쌀로 만든 유산균...장 건강.비만 개선 효과<br /><br />South Korean researchers have developed a new probiotic that can be used in all kinds of products, from bread to cosmetics and healthy drinks.<br />The difference is... the bacteria are extracted from rice.<br />The researchers say it's healthier than probiotics from animal byproducts like milk.<br />Kim Cheong-ah has this report.<br />This just looks like regular, everyday bread but in this bakery all the products are mainly made from rice.<br />Rice flour is used instead of regular flour but recently the bakers here have also started adding rice probiotics.<br />Rice powder is fermented with the probiotics and then bread is made out of it.<br />And, even after baking, the effects of the probiotics remain so it's not only good for your health, but also gives the bread a longer shelf life.<br />"We have found that we can make unique products and also satisfy our consumers using this new probiotic product."<br />This fermented rice product, which has been patented domestically and abroad, was developed by the Rural Development Administration from a patented bacteria extracted from soybean paste.<br />Researchers have found that probiotic drinks made from rice probiotics greatly increase the number of good bacteria within the intestines compared to those made from milk.<br />They said it helps with the immune system, helps tackle obesity and is rich in antioxidants.<br />It can also be used for snacks, cosmetics and even in pet food.<br />"It can foster rice consumption and because it is plant-based, it can be easily consumed by people who have trouble taking animal-based fermented products."<br />The Rural Development Administration plans to develop various products made out of these rice probiotics. Research has shown they can help create a ripple effect in the COVID-19-hit economy.<br />KIM Cheong-ah, Arirang News.<br />
