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Microbial Enzymes
Microbial Enzymes
Microbial Enzymes
What is it:
Microbial enzymes are proteins derived from microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi, or yeast, and they play a crucial role in various food processing applications. These enzymes are produced through fermentation processes where microorganisms are cultivated and allowed to produce the desired enzymes. During fermentation, the microorganisms secrete enzymes into the surrounding medium, and these enzymes can then be harvested, purified, and utilized in the food industry for processes like cheese making, bread baking, and the production of various beverages. The use of microbial enzymes in food processing enhances efficiency, improves product quality, and provides a more controlled and sustainable alternative to traditional methods.
Rating:
Microbial enzymes are naturally derived and are vital for many naturally occurring processes in the environment and the human body. They appear to be safe when used in food production.
Resources:
- Applications of Microbial Enzymes in Food Industry (review)
- The GRAS process and safety evaluation of microbial enzyme additives (review)
- General Specifications and Considerations for Enzyme Preparations
- Microbial Enzymes with Special Characteristics for Biotechnological Applications (review)
- Microbial Enzymes, Synthesis, Biological Role, Current Applications and Future Perspectives (review)
How we rate ingredients
Health is like a bank account, certain ingredients make a deposit into your health bank, meaning they add to
your health. Certain ingredients withdraw from your health bank. We want health promoting ingredients in our diet. To keep things simple, we rate ingredients on a green, yellow, red scale:
Clean
It is naturally occurring in food and has no harmful effects on the body. It is real food. It is health promoting.
Caution
It goes into one or more of the below categories
- It is not naturally occurring in food but doesn’t have data showing it has a harmful effect on the body (additives like Gellan Gum)
- It is naturally occurring but can have some harmful effects on the body (added sugars, oils, gums etc.)
We Avoid
It is known to have a harmful effect on the body (ex. All food colorings, Natural Flavors, MSG, Potassium bromate, aspartame, artificial flavors)
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