
Secrets of Sourdough (encore)
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The Microbes in Sourdough
In some cultures, sourdough is mostly or exclusively something that women bake. Women's vaginal microbes are particularly interesting because lactobacillus is a key part of most sourdough starter communities. Ann and Rob cultured the microbes out of flour so they already have a list of the microbes that are being contributed to the starter from the wheat.
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