Correction: Editorial: Optimizing nutrition from the inside out: innovations in digestion, fermentation, and functional food processing

Abstract

The nutritional value of food is not solely determined by its composition, but by how effectively its bioactive compounds are digested, absorbed, and metabolized. This journey from matrix to metabolism is shaped by food structure, processing techniques, and interactions with the gastrointestinal tract and microbiota. As global challenges such as food waste, nutrient deficiencies, and sustainability converge, innovations in digestion and fermentation are emerging as powerful tools to unlock the full potential of food.The Research Topic "Innovations in Food Digestion and Fermentation Strategies" brings together four pioneering studies that explore the multifaceted journey of nutrients from ingestion to absorption, and ultimately, to their biological impact. The digestion and fermentation of