What Does Removing Oxygen from Food Do?
                                
                                
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                                Food producers and home cooks alike understand that oxygen is a major culprit in food spoilage. This is because it accelerates the growth of microorganisms and triggers undesirable chemical reactions like oxidation. Removing oxygen from food creates an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment that is key to long-term preservation and maintaining food quality.