Yeast & Cultures

Natural

Fermentation

Overview

Yeast, bacterial cultures, and fermentation starters used in food production. Includes baking yeast, probiotic cultures, cheese cultures, and yeast extracts commonly found in processed foods.

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Ingredient variations

Common forms

Yeast, starter cultures, and probiotics

Function

Enables fermentation in bread, beer, and fermented foods. Provides umami flavoring through yeast extracts. Contributes to texture development and acts as natural preservative through fermentation.

Sources

Microorganisms cultivated under controlled conditions, harvested, and processed. May be dried, frozen, or processed into extracts. Includes both traditional and genetically selected strains.

Health Considerations

Probiotic cultures may support digestive health. Yeast provides B vitamins and minerals. Yeast extracts high in naturally occurring glutamates contributing to sodium content.

Regulatory

GRAS status for common food yeasts and cultures. Probiotic health claims require FDA approval. Organic certification available for qualifying cultures.

Common Variations (50 total)

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