Lactic acid is a versatile organic acid with applications spanning food preservation, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and the production of biodegradable plastics. It is chiefly produced by microbial ...

Substrate inhibition is a longstanding bottleneck in microbial fermentation, particularly in lactic acid bacteria, where ...

The World Institute of Kimchi (hereinafter "WiKim") (Acting Director Dr. Choi, Hak-Jong) announced that it had identified the origin source of lactic acid bacteria involved in the fermentation of ...

Fermentation is one of the oldest methods of preserving food. Long before refrigerators existed, people relied on ...

Here’s what actually happens during yogurt fermentation and why it matters for gut health. What Is Fermentation, and How Does ...

By eating certain foods and taking probiotic supplements — or ‘gut health supplements’ — you can may be able to change your ...

A new study maps how specific lactic acid bacteria can enhance both the flavor and nutritional quality of plant-based dairy alternatives. The findings may have wide-reaching perspectives for the ...

Made from the bacterial fermentation of sugar, lactic acid appears as an additive in vegan foods ranging from sourdough bread to soy sauce. This bacteria gives food its signature sour taste and acts ...

It seems like everyone is baking sourdough bread these days. Aside from tasting great, it is also deemed healthier compared ...