American Society for Microbiology

Health

Fungi used in food production could lead to new probiotics

Many fungus strains have been used and selected by the food industry for their capacities to ferment, produce flavors or produce heterologous molecules.

Oct 26, 2023

Health

Two probiotics identified as promising hypertension treatments

An estimated 40% of the global adult population have high blood pressure, or hypertension, which puts people at risk of cardiovascular disease and other dangerous health conditions.

Oct 19, 2023