Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are pivotal to both traditional and modern fermentation processes, serving as essential agents in food production and probiotic development. Their metabolic ...

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 ...

You may have heard of lactic acid occurring in your body, so you may be curious to hear that it’s also found in certain foods. Lactic acid is a type of organic acid produced by bacteria when foods ...

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 ...

Bacteria, including some bacteria in a person’s gut, make lactic acid during fermentation. Manufacturers add lactic acid to food to extend its shelf life, although in some foods, it occurs naturally.

Eating rye comes with a variety of health benefits. A new study from the University of Eastern Finland now shows that both lactic acid bacteria and gut bacteria contribute to the health benefits of ...

Using ribosome engineering (RE), researchers from Shinshu University introduced mutations affecting the protein synthesis mechanism of probiotic Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG). These mutant ...

The human love affair with whipped cream dates back to at least the 16th century, and it's a staple of all our favorite holiday desserts. Is that slice of Thanksgiving pumpkin pie truly the same ...

The future of eating sustainably is turning out to be quite luxurious as researchers from the University of Copenhagen (Denmark) have used lactic acid bacteria strains to make a sustainable heavy ...

Lactic acid is a natural preservative often found in foods like yogurt, baked goods, and pickled vegetables. Along with making your food last longer, it can boost your health by strengthening your ...

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 ...