Ethylene Oxide Keeps Raising It’s Head
Ethylene oxide (EtO) is one of the most potent pesticides and antibacterial agents available for treating food and textile produce. There are however serious health […]
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How to do Roast Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary
Roast potatoes are the perfect side dish for any roast meat such as beef or turkey. Ideally the potato should be crisp on the outside […]
Fermented Fish Products
Fermented fish products usually come in two forms, pastes and sauces but you could add a third which is salted fish too. They’ve been consumed […]
What is Pozol?
Pozol is a maize based beverage that is popular throughout South-Eastern Mexico. It is drunk by young and old alike as a health food. Pozil […]
What Is Kombucha And Why Has It So Many Great Health Benefits?
Kombucha is a fermented tea drink with a slight fizziness due to carbonation. It is highly regarded by officionados to quite categorically have a flavour […]
Cacholeira
Cacholeira is a popular Portuguese fermented sausage from the Upper Alentejo region. The sausage is heavily fermented. It resembles a morcella but has a lighter […]
Brining Recipes
Brining is a method of preserving solid foods, especially meat and vegetables for serving later on. A 5 per cent brine solution in the starting […]
The White Blood Cells
White blood cells (WBCs), also known as leukocytes, are a crucial component of the immune system, playing a pivotal role in defending the body against […]
Streptococcus mutans – Architect of Dental Decay
In the intricate ecosystem of the oral microbiome, Streptococcus mutans emerges as a central character, wielding both its microbial prowess and, unfortunately, its destructive potential. […]
The Streptococcus Genus: Pioneers in Microbial Diversity and Medical Significance
The Streptococcus genus stands as a testament to the remarkable diversity and complexity within the microbial world. Comprising a wide array of species, both commensal […]
Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) Nanocoatings In Food Contact Materials
Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) nanocoatings have garnered interest for their antimicrobial properties, UV protection, and potential for use in food applications. However, the approval of specific […]
The Many Uses for Bacterial Ghosts
Bacterial ghosts (BGs) are empty cell envelopes or membrane structures derived from bacterial cells after a controlled removal of their cellular content, including the cytoplasm […]
What is Women’s Health?
When we discuss women’s health we can think of various specific events that occur at different stages of life. There are 6 distinguishing aspects in […]
The Polysporus Genus
The Polysporus genus of fungi represents a diverse group with significant biotechnological potential. Fungi, in general, play crucial roles in various ecological processes and have […]
Making Yogurt At Home
Making yogurt at home is fun and enjoyable. Results at first can be variable but it’s worth persisting with as you can begin to experiment […]
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems are wearable medical devices that track glucose levels in real time, providing dynamic, continuous insight into a person’s glycemic patterns. […]
Preparing Miso
Miso is a traditional Chinese fermented paste that hails from the 3rd Century B.C.E. It has been often used as a seasoning especially in sauces […]
Brining And Fermentation of Olives
Olives (Olea europaea L.) and olive oil are regarded as one of the healthiest foods in the world. They have been used for at least […]