By CNBCTV18.com Mar 7, 2022 3:48:56 PM IST (Published)
With the rise in the use of additives and substances, there are concerns over its impact on health of an individual, particularly children, who are more susceptible to adverse impacts. So, a set of new entrepreneurs are trying to replace chemical additives in food with the more healthy microbe cultures found in fermented food like kimchi, sauerkraut and vinegar.
A new generation of entrepreneurs is identifying microbe cultures found in fermented food like kimchi, sauerkraut and vinegar and developing strains with the aim of replacing chemical additives with more healthy and sustainable alternatives.
Use of additives
Manufacturers of most processed foods use additives and substances like stabilisers, artificial preservatives, sweeteners and dyes. These act on the food and add varying characteristics ranging from texture to flavour.
According to the US Food and Drug Administration, food additives and preservatives are used for three main reasons -- safety and freshness, nutritional value and improving taste or appearance.