What benefit can fermentation provide in some foods?
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Correct answer: Taste and digestibility may improve
Fermentation uses beneficial microorganisms or their enzymes to transform food components. Depending on the food and process, it can improve flavour, texture, digestibility and sometimes the availability of selected nutrients. However, fermentation must be controlled and hygienic, because unsafe organisms or poor handling can spoil food and cause illness.
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Taste and digestibility may improve
Why is this the correct answer?
Fermentation uses beneficial microorganisms or their enzymes to transform food components. Depending on the food and process, it can improve flavour, texture, digestibility and sometimes the availability of selected nutrients. However, fermentation must be controlled and hygienic, because unsafe organisms or poor handling can spoil food and cause illness.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness. Topic: Definitions of food.
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