Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:31am on 03 Apr 2026,Friday Science
NASA has included hot sauces and strong condiments in the Artemis II space mission menu to counter reduced taste and smell experienced in microgravity. Astronauts often find food bland in space due to fluid shifts affecting sensory perception. To address this, the mission carries 189 food and drink items, including five types of hot sauce, beverages, and diverse meals. All food is shelf-stable, rehydratable, and designed for zero-gravity consumption. Scientists say enhancing flavor is crucial not just for nutrition but also for astronaut morale during long missions, highlighting evolving space food technology for future lunar and Mars exploration. (PC: India Today)
