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  Shellac   If Eve was to walk in a super-store and be spellbound    by a shiny Apple that created all the problem , she sure will find herself picking the the apple coated with Shellac. Yes you read that right , Shellac . Almost all commercially available citrus fruits are coated with it . Most of us know of Shellac as a non - toxic polish that prevents the wood from loosing moisture. Shellac plays the same role in food industry too , it is often present in a lot of food commodities disguised as    "Candy Glaze” , “ Confectionery Glaze” , “ E904“ , “ Lac resin” and more .  Vegetables and fruits produce their own  wax, but once harvested and processed , which usually involves rinsing and washing ; the natural wax is partially or completely removed from the surface of the fruit.  This wax is of great use as it  inhibits the mould growth Slows down ripening  Prevents the loss of moisture from the fruit  Also acts as a barrier against microbes  Keeps fruit firm , fresh and plumpy  In

Jerky meat has been a part of our culture for centuries. Jerky is a unique name given to any type of meat ( pork, beef, chicken,turkey)that has been dried to remove moisture content, Jerky  meats usually have a very low water activity and low moisture content, in addition to that it also has salt added to it to fasten the process of drying. Jerky bars have always served the purpose of being a great saviour in the times of crisis like famines.  in the recent years there has been a rise in the trend of eating Jerky bars. They are high in protein (9-10 gm approx per bar) , low on carbs and sugars and a decent source of fats . All of these characteristics make jerky bar a good Mid or post ride option. It is a good option for those who like sticking to paleo diet ( moderate carbs) specially diabetic patients as they have to monitor their carbohydrate intake. Since it has salt present in it , some would argue that it can impact BP levels negatively and can deteriorate the condition of popula