Nutrition problems for the man in space : [an honors thesis (HONRS 499)]

Abstract

The purpose of this paper, then, will be to see how our astronauts are to be fed on these journeys. In exploring this subject, the paper will, in general, consist of two major parts: a look at what is now available and possible, and a brief glimpse into the crystal ball of the future. An attempt will be made to show that highly acceptable foods, from the standpoint of processing, convenience, good nutrition and palatability, can be provided for a flight of several months duration; however, for trips of a year or more in length, more research is needed to provide a completely regenerative closed and balanced ecological system.