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Microbes in Food: Friends and Foes

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Food is not just a source of nutrition for humans.It is also a habitat for a wide variety of microorganisms. Some of these microbes play beneficial roles, giving us products like yogurt, cheese, and bread, while others can cause serious illnesses if they contaminate food. Understanding both the helpful and harmful microbes in our food system is essential for ensuring safe and nutritious diets. 1. Beneficial Microbes in Food Many foods we enjoy today would not exist without the activity of beneficial microbes. These organisms are used in fermentation, preservation, and flavor enhancement. Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB): Species like Lactobacillus , Streptococcus thermophilus , and Leuconostoc are widely used to produce yogurt, cheese, pickles, and fermented vegetables. They convert sugars into lactic acid, which gives a tangy taste and also acts as a natural preservative. Yeasts: The most well-known is Saccharomyces cerevisiae , which ferments sugars to produce carbon dioxide and alc...

🎤 9 Habits to Become an Impressive Communicator

 🎤 9 Habits to Become an Impressive Communicator Effective communication is truly an art. Just like painting a picture, your words, tone, and delivery shape how people perceive you. If you want to deliver an attractive speech or become an impressive communicator, here are 9 habits to master. I’ve organized them into three categories for you to focus on 👇 ________________________________________ ⿡ Delivery Habits ✨ Pause – Don’t rush through your sentences. Use pauses to highlight key points and give your audience time to digest your words. 🐢 Slow down – Speaking too fast makes you sound nervous or less confident. A calm, steady pace shows authority and control. 🎯 Talk to the point – Avoid rambling. Be direct, clear, and focused on what truly matters to you and your listener. ________________________________________ ⿢ Vocal Habits 👄 Train your mouth and lips – Practice with lip trills or tongue twisters to sharpen your articulation and pronunciation. 🌬 Breathe deeply – Take a ...