You may have heard of lactic acid occurring in your body, so you may be curious to hear that it’s also found in certain foods. Lactic acid is a type of organic acid produced by bacteria when foods ...

What did you have for breakfast today? Whether it was buttered toast, yogurt and granola, or even just a cup of coffee... David Zilber says that odds are, at least part of it was fermented. He should ...

Bacteria, including some bacteria in a person’s gut, make lactic acid during fermentation. Manufacturers add lactic acid to food to extend its shelf life, although in some foods, it occurs naturally.

Made from the bacterial fermentation of sugar, lactic acid appears as an additive in vegan foods ranging from sourdough bread to soy sauce. This bacteria gives food its signature sour taste and acts ...