FERMENTATIONChanges in food caused by intentional growth of
bacteria, yeast or mold. Native bacteria ferments natural
sugars to lactic acid, a major flavoring and preservative
in sauerkraut and in naturally fermented dills. Alcohol,
vinegar, and some dairy products are also fermented foods.
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