So you been sprinting, Lily? Just a bit of cramp? So that's the lactic acid building up. When an athlete does too much or runs too vigorously, not enough oxygen can be delivered to the muscles.

Lactic acid build-up causes a burning sensation in your muscles during intense exercise. Lactic acid is not responsible for sore muscles the day after exercise, contrary to popular belief.

A new study maps how specific lactic acid bacteria can enhance both the flavour and nutritional quality of plant-based dairy alternatives. The findings may have wide-reaching perspectives for the ...

Found yourself going a bit overboard with high-strength skincare acids? Lactic acid is the low-strength, gentle alternative that has incredible benefits, without the sensitivity. If you’re ...

Metabolic insights of lactic acid bacteria in reducing off‐flavors and antinutrients in plant‐based fermented dairy alternatives. Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety , 2025 ...

Lactic acid bacteria can reduce off-flavors in plant-based fermented products. They can degrade anti-nutritional compounds and enhance the absorption of minerals such as iron and zinc.