The quantities
of moulds and yeasts were highest at 2nd day, and then declined, but, on the contrary, the quantity of
Lactic Acid Bacteria and Bifidobacterium sp. increased concurrently during the course of fermentation.
Accumulation of starch hydrolytic enzymes along with different types of malto-oligosaccharides like
maltotetrose (26.18 lg/gm), maltotriose (28.16 lg/gm), and maltose (26.94 lg/gm) were also noted.
Furthermore, GC–MS analysis indicated the occurrence of pyranose derivatives in the fermented products.
The fermented materials showed higher free radicals scavenging activity (82.54%, 4th day) against
DPPH radicals. These studies clearly demonstrated that the microbial interaction during fermentation of
rice makes it more nutritious, and most likely more beneficial for health.