Astronauts eat a variety of foods in space, including freeze-dried food, thermostabilized food, and fresh fruits and vegetables that can be safely stored at room temperature. NASAs Space Food Systems Laboratory prepares and packages food for astronauts, ensuring that it is nutritious and supports peak health and performance for the crew. Astronauts can also eat normal pantry goods in their natural form, such as nuts, granola bars, candies, and cookies, which are repackaged at the Space Food Systems Laboratory. To prevent their food from floating away at mealtime, packaging has Velcro patches so it can be attached to surfaces. Astronauts can use condiments like ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise packets to add flavor, but these spices have to be in a liquid form, or the grains would just float away. Nutritionists plan astronaut meals to make sure they get all the nutrients and vitamins they need. Astronauts can also request personalized menus from lists of available foods, including items like fruit salad and spaghetti.