Deep in the semi-arid steppes of western Algeria, shepherds of the Sfisifa region have been making a distinctive ewe’s milk ...

Did you know that wasabi has strong antibacterial properties?It is served with sashimi and soba not just as a condiment, but because it has been used since ancient times as a piece of wisdom to ...

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 ...

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 ...

Every year, roughly a third of all food produced for human consumption is lost or wasted, a figure that carries a staggering ...

Lactic acid is often vegan, but this is not always the case, as its sources include dairy products and meat. It occurs naturally in some foods, but manufacturers may add it to certain foods to extend ...

Lactic acid bacteria are critical to the dairy, food processing, and nutrition industries. Used as probiotics, flavour compounds, and starter cultures for fermented foods such as yogurt, the bacteria ...

The Science of FermentationPrefaceThe rich aroma of miso soup on the daily dining table, the mellow umami of freshly made ...

Jungbunzlauer may be the next to invest in lactic acid and derivatives in North America. The Swiss firm already makes citric acid by fermentation of corn in Port Colborne, Ontario, and says that ...

While most pickling requires a vinegar base, Hungarian sun pickles use natural elements to create zesty, crunchy cucumbers ...

Think of fermentation less as a preservation technique and more as a transformation. When microorganisms like lactic acid ...

Fermentation, one of the oldest food production and preservation techniques, has seen a huge revival in recent years. From craft beers and kombucha to yogurt, sauerkraut and pickles, fermentation is ...