Space Food: Tasty Meals Beyond Earth
Space Food is specially prepared food for astronauts who travel beyond Earth. It is designed to be safe, lightweight, and easy to eat in zero gravity. In space, there is no normal kitchen, so meals must be carefully packed and preserved. Scientists work hard to create Space Food that keeps its taste, nutrition, and freshness for a long time.
Most Space Food comes in sealed packets or containers. Some foods are freeze-dried, which means water is removed to make them lighter. Astronauts simply add water before eating. Other foods are ready-to-eat and need no preparation. Tortillas are often used instead of bread because they do not create crumbs that can float around.
