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Bronze Bottle in 2,300-Year-Old Qin Tomb Reveals Ancient Beer
science-and-technology1 day ago

Bronze Bottle in 2,300-Year-Old Qin Tomb Reveals Ancient Beer

A bronze bottle found in tomb M39 near the Shanjiabao cemetery, about 1.5 km from the Great Wall of Qin, preserved residues of a 2,300-year-old beer. Molecular analysis detected malted grains and yeasts, suggesting a fermented beverage used in funerary rituals; the liquid contained more than 2,400 compounds and was thicker than modern beer, akin to a fermented porridge, offering insights into Qin-era fermentation techniques and cereal use.

via CPG Click Petróleo e Gás|
#archaeologists#beer#fermentation
Amazonian Cocoa Poised for Superfood Status Through Fermentation and Blends
science1 month ago

Amazonian Cocoa Poised for Superfood Status Through Fermentation and Blends

Brazilian researchers show that fermentation and careful cocoa variety selection can enhance both flavor and nutrition in Amazonian cocoa; blending fermented and unfermented beans could balance taste with antioxidants and minerals, while newly identified compounds glycine betaine and proline suggest added health benefits, and clone differences indicate tailored blends to maximize value in global markets.

via SciTechDaily|
#amazon#brazil#cocoa
Rare botulism from homemade swordfish leaves Phoenix woman on ventilator
health2 months ago

Rare botulism from homemade swordfish leaves Phoenix woman on ventilator

A 24-year-old Phoenix wedding planner developed life-threatening botulism after she and friends ate a homemade fermented swordfish. She required hospitalization, a ventilator, and an antitoxin; two friends also contracted botulism. The illness is extremely rare in the U.S., with about two dozen cases annually, and her recovery is expected to be lengthy.

via KUSA.com|
#botulism#fermentation#foodborne-illness
Daily Kimchi Powder May Fine-Tune Immunity, Study Finds
health4 months ago

Daily Kimchi Powder May Fine-Tune Immunity, Study Finds

A 12-week trial led by Dr. Wooje Lee at the World Institute of Kimchi found that daily kimchi powder can subtly tune the immune system, boosting antigen presentation and regulated CD4+ T-cell activation without causing broad immune stimulation. Effects were observed in overweight adults using single-cell RNA sequencing, with fermentation method (traditional vs. starter-culture Leuconostoc mesenteroides) influencing strength of signals. B cells and cytotoxic T cells were largely unchanged, and illness outcomes were not measured. Further international research is planned.

via Indian Defence Review|
#fermentation#health#immune-system
Sourdough’s Fiber Makeover: Fermentation Trims Wheat Arabinoxylans and Refreshes Flavor
science4 months ago

Sourdough’s Fiber Makeover: Fermentation Trims Wheat Arabinoxylans and Refreshes Flavor

Researchers from Vrije Universiteit Brussel show that sourdough fermentation activates wheat enzymes to convert water-extractable arabinoxylans into water-unextractable forms, shrinking fibers and potentially altering bread texture and digestibility. The process also yields distinct flavor compounds from lactic acid bacteria, with Lactococcus lactis contributing buttery aromas and Limosilactobacillus fermentum producing sugar alcohols. Experiments with high-AX flour baked into real bread demonstrated improved nutrition and novel flavors, indicating sourdough reshapes wheat fibers more than previously thought.

via SciTechDaily|
#arabinoxylans#bread-texture#fermentation
Fermentation Enthusiast's Delight: Crafting Creamy Ant Yoghurt
food-science7 months ago

Fermentation Enthusiast's Delight: Crafting Creamy Ant Yoghurt

Researchers explore the traditional and scientific aspects of making ant yoghurt, a fermented treat from Bulgaria and Turkey, revealing that ants contribute microbes and formic acid to ferment milk into yoghurt. While promising for food innovation, ethical and sustainability concerns prevent DIY attempts, but the research opens possibilities for novel flavors and plant-based alternatives.

via The Guardian|
#ant-yoghurt#fermentation#food-innovation
Stevia and Sugar Substitutes Show Promise in Cancer Treatment
health10 months ago

Stevia and Sugar Substitutes Show Promise in Cancer Treatment

Research in Japan suggests that fermented stevia, a natural sweetener, may have potent anti-cancer properties, particularly against pancreatic cancer, by producing a compound called CAME through fermentation, which kills cancer cells while sparing healthy cells. However, these findings are preliminary and based on lab studies, requiring further research to confirm potential therapeutic uses.

via ScienceAlert|
#cancer#fermentation#health
Stevia's Potential as a Safe and Effective Cancer Fighter
health-and-science10 months ago

Stevia's Potential as a Safe and Effective Cancer Fighter

Researchers found that fermenting stevia with a bacterium from banana leaves enhances its ability to target pancreatic cancer cells while sparing healthy cells, potentially due to the formation of a more active compound called CAME, which induces cancer cell death and alters gene activity, offering a promising natural approach for cancer treatment.

via Earth.com|
#antioxidant#cancer-therapy#fermentation
Stevia: A Natural Sweetener with Potential to Fight Pancreatic Cancer
health10 months ago

Stevia: A Natural Sweetener with Potential to Fight Pancreatic Cancer

Scientists have found that fermenting stevia leaf extract with a specific bacterial strain enhances its ability to selectively kill pancreatic cancer cells while sparing healthy cells, thanks to a compound called chlorogenic acid methyl ester (CAME). This discovery suggests potential for natural, probiotic-based cancer therapies, with further research needed in animal models and human trials.

via The Brighter Side of News|
#cancer-treatment#fermentation#health