Role of Microbes in different wine production Microbial production of Beverage Photo/Unsplash Advanced biotechnology plays a significant role in food and beverage production, particularly in the major industry sector. An important area within biotechnology is Food Biotechnology, which focuses on improving food products’ quality, nutritional consistency, color, safety, and preservation. Alcoholic beverages are produced worldwide, and historical evidence suggests that the fermentation of grains dates back to as early as 4000 B.C. The production of alcoholic beverages has been an integral part of human civilization. The biological and chemical principles underlying alcoholic beverage production were elucidated by Louis Pasteur in the second half of the nineteenth century. Wines originated in the Middle East and Europe. Both red and white wines typically contain 10–16% alcohol content. The large-scale production of wine primarily uses grapes from the Vitis vinifera s...
Excess of Chia seeds can lead to many health issues Besides many therapeutic applications of chia seeds, there are many health issues too. Photo/Unsplash Today, many of us strive to fit in, especially given the number of diseases associated with obesity and overweight. As a result, we exercise, go to the gym, and undertake various activities that help prevent obesity and manage our weight. In addition to staying active, we have many therapeutic applications that pay attention to our diet, often opting for low-calorie meals. Chia seeds are widely used in diets to help control weight. The study by Luciana Tavares Toscano et al ( 2014) , concluded that the consumption of chia for 12 weeks promotes a significant but discrete reduction in weight and waist cir...