The secret to help the ice cream to not melt

Scientists find a protein that helps long-lasting ice cream melt even on hot days.

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The secret to the cream for a long time without melting

Ice cream is a favorite of many people.(Artwork: Play Buzz)

According to UPI, this protein is called BsIA (bacterial surface coating A) . Scientists in Scotland, University of Edinburgh and Dundee, said this bacterial biofilm will be used to protect and bind the three elements that make up ice cream as air, fat and ice. Not only does it make the ice cream run longer, it also helps to produce products that are less saturated and low in calories.

This protein is abundant in nature and is found in Bacillus strains . It acts as a coating on the surface of the raincoat, protecting bacteria from many external factors. BsIA is present in foods rich in natural bacteria such as fermented soybeans natto - the Japanese food commonly used for breakfast.

"We are very excited. This new ingredient has a lot of potential to develop a new line of ice cream, benefiting consumers as well as manufacturers," said Cait MacPhee, a materials scientist at Edinburgh. However, they need 3-5 years for further research.