A serving of Tuna for you…
With time and the right exposure, consumers are getting more and more discerning about the products that they purchase and at the same time about what goes into the production process of these products. Further, when it comes to food products, there have been repeated reports of allergic reactions to food products, so consumers are extremely careful about what they eat. And rightly so too, because it is definitely better to be particular than to rush to a doctor. Today, even manufacturers and producers are answerable to consumers and as a result, a system of traceability has been created.
What is traceability?
Now the question is that what exactly is food traceability and why is it a term that is so popular? Traceability is actually a means of keeping a track of the whole process of the production of a product, right from the place of its origin till the point of its sale. This is basically done through proper record keeping from the very beginning of the production process. It also provides basic information to the consumers like whether the product has been made keeping animal welfare in mind, whether it has any ingredients that can cause allergies, and so on. Though this adds to the cost of production in a way, but at the same time it streamlines the process too.
A common language
The next question that comes up is that how can the attributes of the product and details of the production process be conveyed to the consumers in a manner that is efficient, easy to understand and at the same time standardized so that consumers across the world can understand what it means. In a way, what is required is a common language that all consumers can understand. This is where the International Organization for Standardization steps in. The International Organization for Standardization or the ISO is an organization that develops voluntary international standards for products and services.
In terms of Tuna, consumers usually want Dolphin safe tuna. What exactly is Dolphin Safe Tuna? There is constant interaction between the elements of nature, and undoubtedly we exist because we get all that we require for our existence from nature. In a way, it is our responsibility to ensure that we protect nature in every possible way. Traceability ensures that as a consumer a person can fulfill his or her responsibility toward nature by purchasing products that have been made without harming nature in any way. An example of this is products that are dolphin safe. Basically Dolphin Safe Tuna is the tuna that has been caught using nets that are dolphin safe. This ensures that while the tuna was being procured, dolphins were not harmed in any way. So with tuna from GourmetTuna, you can rest assured that you are not harming the other life forms in the world in any way whatsoever.
The next attribute that consumers look for is No MSG Tuna. Again the question is that what is MSG? MSG or monosodium glutamate is the sodium salt of the amino acid glutamic acid. It is also referred to as glutamate. While glucamate is necessary for the body, it also acts as a flavor enhancer and is commonly added to canned vegetables, soups and processed meats. The fact is that our body itself produces the required amount of glucamate. And at times if this is added to food products, it does not suit some people and can cause an allergic reaction that can range from mild to severe. The common reactions to glucamate are, headache, sometimes called MSG headache, sweating, flushing, sense of facial pressure or tightness, numbness, tingling or burning in or around the mouth, palpitations, chest pain and at times even shortness of breath. As a result, in a way it makes more sense to consume food items that do not have MSG. Tuna from GourmetTuna is No MSG Tuna, so you can feast on it without any worry at all.
The other added advantage of Tuna from GourmetTuna is that this it is a low carb diet. The benefit of low carb food items is that it helps people to control their weight even if they are not really watching their calorie intake. Further, this is a low fat die and therefore can safely be consumed by diabetics as well. So, other than the fact that the tuna is Dolphin safe tuna as well as No MSG tuna, there are other advantages too! On the other hand, it is highly nutritious and therefore works as wholesome meal. Available in various flavors and different package choices, tuna from GourmetTuna works as a great snack item and at the same time can be consumed as a full meal as well. |
