Are bacteria actually vegan?

The core of our work is microorganisms. These include all those tiny "creatures" in and on our bodies, but also all around us. They're so small we can't even see them.

It is all the bacteria, fungi and also algae that belong to this genus.

The microorganisms in and on our bodies perform essential functions, and without them we could not survive. In our work producing ferments, we rely on them every day because they carry out important fermentation processes. They are the ones that carry out the conversion of substances and thus refine the final product. They are, so to speak, our employees.

Now back to the question: Are microorganisms vegan?

Here are the facts, and at the end the conclusion:

1. Ethics & Animal Suffering

🦠 Microorganisms do not have a nervous system and therefore do not feel pain or suffering.

2 . Nutritional science

🦠 Bacteria are not animals, but prokaryotes (single-celled organisms without a nucleus). They are therefore not part of the animal kingdom—therefore, they are not "non-vegan," even if they are alive. Most algae belong to the plant kingdom or to similar groups like the protists.

3. Philosophical view

🦠 Some extremely strict vegans might argue that microorganisms are also living organisms and therefore shouldn't be consumed. However, a completely bacteria-free diet would be impossible—our entire gut is colonized by bacteria, and without them, we couldn't live.

Our conclusion:

Yes, microorganisms are unproblematic from a vegan perspective, as they are not animals and do not feel suffering. They are even essential for digestion and many vegan foods.

Therefore, the microorganism products we develop and produce are truly vegan. Enjoy! 😍🌱