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What is the Latin verb from which the word 'fermentation' is derived?
What is the Latin verb from which the word 'fermentation' is derived?
fevere
How are fermented foods defined?
How are fermented foods defined?
Foods or beverages produced through the activities of microorganisms that influence the component of food in terms of organoleptic properties.
What are some advantages of fermenting foods?
What are some advantages of fermenting foods?
Preserving foods for longer periods, removing unwanted or harmful properties of raw materials, and enhancing the nutritional content of food.
Why were foods traditionally fermented?
Why were foods traditionally fermented?
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How does the presence of microorganisms in fermented foods impact the nutritional content?
How does the presence of microorganisms in fermented foods impact the nutritional content?
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