article_snippet: It is something most of us prefer not to see when us open us fridge.
article_snippet: Professor Chelo González, a researcher at the Institute of Food Engineering for Development of the Polytechnic University of Valencia, said: 'The most common causes of deterioration are excessive surface dehydration and the growth of micro-organisms such as fungus or yeasts. '
article_snippet: These produce a strange flavour or odour, a slimy texture and a significant visual alteration. '
article_snippet: Using a natural and edible product reduces the fungal problems and controls the weight loss during the maturing.'