10 Reasons to purchase a food dehydrator

Jul 29, 2022

Food dehydrators offer the opportunity to make delicious treats such as apple chips, dried mango and beef jerky at home. Long-term drying at low temperatures not only enhances the taste of food, but also ensures that it has a long shelf life.

Why homemade dehydrated snacks are healthier

Pure ingredients : Unlike store-bought snacks, homemade dehydrated treats usually contain only one ingredient, with no additives or preservatives.

Completely customizable : Adjust your snacks to your taste and needs, for example by adding extra salt or leaving it out completely.

Nutrient Preservation : Dehydrating at low temperatures retains more nutrients and vitamins than some other cooking methods, allowing you to take full advantage of the health benefits.

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10 reasons why you should get a food dehydrator at home

1. Dehydrated foods provide a flavor explosion

Experience the great taste experience of dehydrated foods with a food dehydrator. By extracting moisture from fruit, vegetables and meat, a natural concentration of rich and delicious flavors is created.

In addition, you have complete control over the quality and freshness of the products used, unlike hydrated food from the supermarket.

2. Food dehydrator: less waste, longer shelf life

Say goodbye to food waste! With a food dehydrator you can transform leftover fruit and vegetables, extending their shelf life by up to 2 years. Some ways to reduce food waste, save money and keep your pantry stocked all year long include:

Manage a (larger) vegetable or herb garden for less food waste. For example, use the food dehydrator to dry herbs or make healthy vegetable chips. Many vegetables such as kale, beetroot, turnips, carrots, sweet potatoes and green beans are ideal for food dehydrators.

Save money by buying in bulk with seasonal products. Think of a large quantity of mangoes that you can then dehydrate so that you can make fresh mango smoothies in the winter.

Save forgotten fruit in your fridge from spoiling and transform them into healthy treats and snacks like fruit leather. Dehydrated foods can also be "rehydrated" simply with water or by adding them to soups, stews, casseroles or pasta sauces.

3. Create healthy and 100% natural food

To dehydrate food you only need one ingredient: the food you are going to dry. Enjoy 100% natural delicacies rich in minerals and fiber where all nutritional values are retained, unlike steaming and boiling. From simple fruits and vegetables to delicious, healthy snacks with endless possibilities. With the food dehydrator you can make everything yourself, from sultanas to dried herbs and dates.

When we think of dried fruit, we tend to associate it with a “healthy snack” or as a healthy alternative to sweets. However, when it comes to dried fruit from the supermarket, this is a big misconception. These often contain added sugars, sulfur dioxide and trans fat - which is anything but healthy.

Sulfur dioxide is sometimes added to store-bought dried fruit to prevent discoloration. Sulfur dioxide can cause asthma, rashes and stomach pain. Sulfur dioxide is mainly present in dried apricots, giving them their bright orange color. By making your own dried fruit, no additives or preservatives are needed.

4. Cost savings

Processed, store-bought snacks and organic hydrated foods can often be very pricey. Save money by using your own food dehydrator and buying fresh ingredients in bulk or harvesting them yourself during the right season.

Food dehydrators are also very cost-effective in daily use. For example, the Ziva Zephyr ST food dehydrator costs just $0.84 in an 8-hour period - the average drying time required for fruit or vegetable chips.

Take advantage of offers at your local supermarket or farmer and dry your food for later use. In addition to saving money with your own food dehydrator, you also enjoy homemade snacks that you can completely customize to your taste and wishes.

5. Space saving

Dried food only takes up a fraction of the original storage space. Plus, you don't need a constant electrical drain like you do with a refrigerator or freezer. Simply pack your dried food in clean, dry containers or canning jars, plastic freezer containers with tight-fitting lids, plastic freezer bags, or vacuum bags (in portion sizes) and store it in your pantry for the ideal snack.

6. Compact and light snacks

Take advantage of dehydrated foods for healthy options on the go! Healthy food isn't always affordable or easily available when you're on the go. With a food dehydrator, you are able to create affordable and convenient snacks for school lunch boxes, snacks on the go, or energy boosts at work.

7. Precision drying

If you've ever tried to dry food in the oven, you're probably familiar with the frustrations involved. Considering higher costs but also in terms of temperature control, most ovens do not start below 90 °C. In comparison, a food dehydrator, such as the Ziva Zephyr PT food dehydrator , an adjustable thermostat range between 35 - 70 °C.

Dried foods can be considered 'raw food' because they are prepared at low temperatures. This way they retain vibrant nutrients and enzymes that are often lost at higher heat. This makes food dehydrators ideal for raw food diets, where temperatures below 46 °C are crucial for retaining nutrients and enzymes. Experience our food dehydrators for those who strive for a conscious lifestyle!

8. Discover the versatility of food dehydrators

In addition to the fact that a food dehydrator offers many possibilities in the kitchen, they can also be used for creative projects. Think of potpourris or air fresheners or your own raw materials such as recycled paper. Discover the possibilities and look for fun creative projects you can undertake with your children!

9. Emergency provision and sustainable living

The long shelf life of dehydrated food makes it suitable for emergency supplies. With minimal preparation, cooking or cleaning up, you are always prepared for anything. Because dried food is lightweight, you can also easily take it with you.

In addition, dried food is ideal for a sustainable life and reducing waste and the amount of waste. A food dehydrator allows you to store over-bought or surplus food for a long time. This means less food ends up in the trash.

10. Fun in the kitchen

In addition to the reasons already mentioned to purchase a food dehydrator, the most important thing in the end is that you enjoy it! It is a simple activity that is fun as a hobby or to do with your children. Because it is not very time-consuming and requires little effort, this is the ideal activity for children. Go on a creative adventure in the kitchen with your food dehydrator and discover what you can and cannot dry with a food dehydrator.

The possibilities with a food dehydrator are endless, saving time and money. In addition, the user-friendliness of the Ziva Zephyr ST food dehydrator, for example, makes it an ideal choice. What are you waiting for?!

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