Advantages and disadvantages of non‐starter lactic acid bacteria from traditional fermented foods: Potential use as starters or probiotics
Mirjana Grujović, Katarina Mladenović, Teresa Semedo‐Lemsaddek, Marta Laranjo, Olgica D. Stefanović, Sunčica Kocić‐Tanackov
Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety
Abstract
Traditional fermented foods are a significant source of starter and/or non-starter lactic acid bacteria (nsLAB). Moreover, these microorganisms are also known for their role as probiotics. The potential of nsLAB is huge; however, there are still challenges to be overcome with respect to characterization and application. In the present review, the most important steps that autochthonous lactic acid bacteria isolated from fermented foods need to overcome, to qualify as novel starter cultures, or as probiotics, in food technology and biotechnology, are considered. These different characterization steps include precise identification, detection of health-promoting properties, and safety evaluation. Each of these features is strain specific and needs to be accurately determined. This review highlights the advantages and disadvantages of nsLAB, isolated from traditional fermented foods, discussing safety aspects and sensory impact.
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non-starter lactic acid bacteria (nsLAB) isolated from traditional fermented foods
“Traditional fermented foods are a significant source of starter and/or non-starter lactic acid bacteria (nsLAB).”
nsLAB requires precise identification, detection of health-promoting properties, and safety evaluation
“These different characterization steps include precise identification, detection of health-promoting properties, and safety evaluation.”