Danisco's MicroGARD™ 730 cultured dextrose makes safety and convenience possible by naturally enhancing the safety and quality of refrigerated prepared meals like heat-and-eat entrees and side dishes. Specially formulated from natural fermentation processes and possessing high antimicrobial activity, MicroGARD™ 730 helps to control the outgrowth of pathogens and spoilage organisms in refrigerated meals, keeping high-value refrigerated meals flavorful and extending shelf life. Label-friendly, MicroGARD™ 730 cultured dextrose maintains a “natural” status in FDA regulated foods not containing meat. It can replace chemical preservatives such as sorbates and benzoates that might otherwise be used.