Lactobacillus acidophilus (L. acidophilus) is one of the best-known and most widely used probiotic bacteria, valued for its ability to support digestive, immune, and vaginal health. Found in humans, animals, and fermented foods worldwide, this “acid-loving” bacterium has a fascinating story and continues to play a crucial role in our well-being.

The human microbiome is a vast and complex collection of microorganisms that live on and inside our bodies, playing a crucial role in digest

Kurkmach/Korkmatch Kurkmach/Korkmatch is another slightly easier variant of Ahchak/Kataq/Svedene which we described in the previous...

Rodopska Branza (also known as Kurkmach cheese or Goatskin cheese) Traditionally, the Rodopska Branza is made with a mix of sheep's and...

Ahchak/Kataq/Svedene This product has many names in different regions. Nowadays, the commercial product “kataq” can also be a mix of...

Functional foods have been scientifically shown to provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These foods contain bioactive ...

Essential nutrients are substances that the body requires for optimal functioning but cannot produce on its own, necessitating their...

The satiety of yogurt and kefir can vary depending on factors such as its nutrient composition, protein content, fat content, and...

Colony forming units, or CFUs, are a unit of measurement used to determine the number of bacterial cells in a probiotic supplement, lab...

The murky, yellowish liquid left behind after milk has curdled known as whey. It is loaded with enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and protein....

Do you know that yogurt and kefir starters can also make cheese? But how this is possible, you might ask. The reason is that the cheese...

This refreshing drink is perfect for rehydrating on a hot summer day. Mixed with salt, Ayran is a yogurt drink blended to perfection in...