Genome analysis of Lactobacillus bacteria finds that they make up 25 distinct groups
These bacteria are important for gut health as well as in foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, and yogurt
Hungry microbes turn crusty leftovers into wine
Old bread gets second life as microbe soup
Cats communicate with the help of bacteria living in their butts
KittyBiome researchers want to study the cat microbiome to improve health and understand scent-based communication
Ancient Egyptians were drinking beer that looked just like modern brews
Researchers recently took a physical sample from the vats of Egypt’s oldest brewery establishment and analyzed the chemical components
Sometimes they make food ferment, but used in the right way, these bacteria can also be a preservative
Lactic acid bacteria produce antibiotic-like compounds that kill off potentially harmful contaminants
Soon you can feel a little less guilty about enjoying that dill pickle with your meal
Food scientists have designed a better brine, reducing the pickle's environmental impact
The secret to sounder sleep may be lurking in our guts
New research shows that stressed med students on probiotics got better shut-eye