Investigating the probiotic and flavor-producing functions of Bacillus sp. FPIK1 sourced from fermented bamboo shoots of Assam

Bacillus sp. FPIK1, isolated from traditional Khorisa, combines robust probiotic-like attributes, a favourable safety profile, and diverse flavour-producing capabilities, underscoring its suitability as a natural starter culture for probiotic-like, flavour-enhanced fermented foods. These findings support its potential incorporation into functional dairy and non-dairy products, offering both sensory and health benefits while valorizing an indigenous fermented food resource.