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GlossaryFermentation

metabolic process converting sugars into alcohol, gases, or acids

Fermentation is a metabolic process where microorganisms like yeast and bacteria convert sugars into alcohol, gases, or acids. This process is used in various applications, from brewing beer and making yogurt to producing biofuels and pharmaceuticals. It occurs in the absence of oxygen (anaerobic conditions) and is essential for both food production and industrial biotechnology.

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research Evaluation of the Treatment Effect of Aloe Vera Fermentation in Burn Injury Healing Using a Rat Model

15 citations, January 2019 in “Mediators of inflammation”

Aloe vera fermentation helps heal burns faster by reducing inflammation and changing gut bacteria.

Decoction and Fermentation of Selected Medicinal Herbs Promote Hair Regrowth by Inducing Hair Follicle Growth in Conjunction with Wnt Signaling

research Decoction and Fermentation of Selected Medicinal Herbs Promote Hair Regrowth by Inducing Hair Follicle Growth in Conjunction with Wnt Signaling

6 citations, January 2016 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine”

Boiling and fermenting certain herbs can help hair grow by activating hair growth genes and pathways.

research Efficacy of Thermus Thermophilus Fermentation Extract in Promoting Hair Growth and Improving Scalp Health in Androgenic Alopecia: A Clinical and In Vitro Study

March 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Thermus thermophilus extract improves hair growth and scalp health in men with hair loss.

Biotransformation of Finasteride by Ocimum Sanctum L., and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Activity of Transformed Metabolites: Experimental and Computational Insights

research Biotransformation of Finasteride by Ocimum Sanctum L., and Tyrosinase Inhibitory Activity of Transformed Metabolites: Experimental and Computational Insights

3 citations, December 2014 in “Steroids”

Fermentation of Finasteride with Ocimum sanctum L. creates new metabolite that inhibits tyrosinase.

research Leucaena Leucocephala: A Nutritional Profile

19 citations, September 1995 in “Food and nutrition bulletin”

Leucaena leucocephala is nutritious but needs careful processing to remove toxins.

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