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1. Food Storage

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   Enzymatic Activity and Oxidation
   Endogenous enzymes within the food matrix continue to function post-harvest, contributing to textural breakdown, flavor alteration, and nutrient loss. Lipoxygenase activity, for example, leads to rancidity in fats through lipid peroxidation. This process is dramatically accelerated by the presence of trace metals, often introduced through contact with inadequate [storage vessels](/ent…