Food in space: What do astronauts eat? What do astronauts eat in space? Here we explore the range of food and drink that has been consumed in space and how space gastronomy has changed over the years
10 Foods Astronauts Can Eat In Space – And 10 They Absolutely Can’t Space dining isn’t exactly a five-star restaurant experience! Astronauts face unique challenges when it comes to mealtime in zero gravity, where crumbs can damage equipment and strong smells can quickly become unbearable in confined quarters Let’s rocket through the cosmic cuisine astronauts
Space food - Wikipedia Although astronauts consume a wide variety of foods and beverages in space, the initial idea from The Man in Space Committee of the Space Science Board in 1963 was to supply astronauts with a formula diet that would provide all the needed vitamins and nutrients
Space Food Systems - NASA Like on Earth, nutrition plays a key role in maintaining the health and optimal performance of astronauts before, during, and after spaceflight Food flown on-orbit is not only required to be nutritious, but it must also be appetizing
How do astronauts eat in space? - HowStuffWorks Astronauts eat three meals a day (plus periodic snacks), just as they do on Earth Meals are organized by the order in which astronauts are going to eat them, and stored in locker trays held by a net so they won't float away
What do astronauts eat in space? - BBC Sky at Night Magazine Nowadays over 100 items such as fish, pasta, meat and chocolate brownies can be found on the menu of the International Space Station (ISS), while meals can even be personalised for individual astronauts
What do astronauts eat in space? | Royal Observatory Today, astronauts eat a varied diet that is similar to what we eat on Earth The menu aboard the International Space Station (ISS) includes more than a hundred items - from vegetables and fruit to pre-prepared meals and desserts Even condiments such as ketchup and mustard are available