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Fermented food items like fermented soybeans and fermented bamboo shoots are consumed as traditional food in some parts of India. With the help of your parents and teachers, list some traditional food items from your area that utilise the process of fermentation. Investigate the ingredients used in the preparation of these fermented food items; the method of preparing them; the microorganism responsible for the fermentation of the food and the cultural and nutritional importance of the fermented food.

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Common fermented foods include idli, dosa, curd, pickles and bamboo shoots. They are rich in good bacteria, aid digestion and preserve food. Fermentation also enhances flavour, nutrition and shelf life.

Class 8 Science Curiosity Textbook Chapter 2 The Invisible Living World – Beyond Our Naked Eye question answer

Class 8 Science Curiosity Grade 8 Chapter 2 The Invisible Living World Beyond Our Naked Eye solutions

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  1. Traditional fermented foods like idli, dosa, curd, pickles and fermented rice are prepared using microorganisms like yeast and Lactobacillus. These foods promote gut health, improve digestion and enhance nutritional value. Fermentation also preserves food naturally. In many cultures, such foods hold historical and health significance, passed down through generations for their taste and medicinal benefits.

     

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