The production of lactic acid through fermentation has captured substantial scientific and industrial attention due to its applications in food, pharmaceuticals, biodegradable plastics and other ...

Lacto-fermentation is a method of food procressing. It uses good bacteria, fungi, or yeasts to give food a different aroma, flavor, or texture and extend shelf life. Fermentation is one of the oldest ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Veganism is a way of living that aims to minimize the use and consumption of animal products in everyday life, especially in terms of diet (1). People who follow a vegan diet avoid eating animal ...

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 ...

What is lactic acid? If you’ve ever tried to sprint as fast as you can at the end of a race or bang out a set of heavy squats in the gym, you’ve probably experienced an uncomfortable burning sensation ...

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk. It's a popular ingredient in numerous skin care products nowadays. But ...

Postbiotics are more than probiotic "waste," they're actually beneficial for your body, and you can get them from many of the foods that keep your gut bacteria healthy.