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1 Introduction Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are a diverse group of Gram-positive bacteria that are known for their ability to produce lactic acid. They inhabit various nutrient-rich environments, including foods (such as dairy products, meats, and vegetables), the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems of animals and humans, as well as water and soil (Marcelli et al. 2024). A Web of Science literature database search using the keywords “LAB” and “food” retrieved 28,537 documents.

Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis is a rare inherited hemolytic anemia. Genetic testing, particularly identification of PIEZO1 mutations, is essential for accurate diagnosis, guiding management, and avoiding unnecessary splenectomy. 1 Introduction Dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis (DHS) is a rare autosomal dominant hemolytic anemia characterized by red blood cell (RBC) dehydration due to altered membrane cation permeability.

1 Introduction Staphylococcus aureus is a prevalent foodborne pathogen capable of contaminating food and producing enterotoxins that lead to food poisoning symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and, in severe cases, toxic shock syndrome, posing a significant threat to food safety worldwide (Macori et al. 2019; Ou et al. 2020; Schneewind and Missiakas 2019; Jenul and Horswill 2019). In 2018, S.