What are the disadvantages of sun drying? A Nutritional Diet Perspective
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5 min read
Sun drying is one of the oldest and most affordable methods for preserving food, but it comes with notable downsides. A study in Egypt found that open sun drying significantly increased microbial loads, heavy metals, and aflatoxin levels in dates compared to controlled solar drying. Understanding the limitations is key to a safe and nutritionally sound diet.
