HealthFerm
Food fermentation is a natural process where food components are transformed by yeast, bacteria, and enzymes, promoting gut health. The EU-funded HealthFerm project aims to advance fermentation technology and transition to sustainable, protein-rich, grain-based fermented foods with health benefits. Researchers will explore the link between fermentation, the gut microbiome, and health, identify microorganisms for novel food sources, and assess their impact on gut health.
HealthFerm is a European research project exploring pulse and cereal-based food fermentations, their health effects, and consumer perceptions. While fermented foods are considered healthy, there is limited evidence beyond cultured dairy products. HealthFerm conducts human studies to understand the interaction between fermentation microbiomes, fermented grain-based foods, and the human gut microbiome, and their impact on health. A community-science approach helps design innovative plant-based fermented foods with optimal health benefits.
