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title: 'Food microbiology'
date: 2022-06-10T10:47:08+01:00
tags: ["Science", "Health", "Academic"]
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description: "A comprehensive overview of *Food microbiology*, distilled from university lecture notes, with detailed explanations of **diagrams** in accompanying **YouTube videos**, covering foundational and advanced concepts."
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## 🔬 The microbial world 
The study of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and their roles in food spoilage, safety, and fermentation. It's like peering into the invisible world that can make or break your food.

## 🧫 Microbial growth control 
Methods to inhibit or kill microorganisms in food, such as refrigeration, pasteurization, and preservatives. Think of it as the strategies to keep your food safe and fresh.

## 🧼 Food hygiene and safety 
Practices to maintain cleanliness and prevent contamination in food production and handling. It's the essential routine to ensure your food is safe to eat.

## 🍺 Fermented foods 
Foods produced through controlled microbial growth, like yogurt, sauerkraut, and beer, which enhance flavour and nutritional value. These are the tasty results of beneficial microbes at work.

## [📼 Video playlist](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLG3Uw74TA0VY6CiJinTqls_SB1qthvUo9)
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## 📝 Diagrams 
- Explore the [free intro diagram](https://shop.tommasozanette.com/l/food-microbiology-intro-diagram) to get started.
- Discover the [full collection](https://shop.tommasozanette.com/l/food-microbiology-full-collection) for comprehensive content.