Preservatives

+Preservatives are substances added to [Food](/wiki/food), beverages, and other products to prevent [Spoilage](/wiki/spoilage). They inhibit microbial growth and undesirable chemical changes, thereby extending product shelf life.

+## See also

+- [Food Additive](/wiki/food_additive)

+- [Antioxidant](/wiki/antioxidant)

+- [Shelf Life](/wiki/shelf_life)