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.