This gets into what EM-X really is...

and Glyconutrients and the Essential Sugars.

Things like Fucose, Mannose, and Galactose host the beneficial bacteria.

EM-X is essentially a Combination of Molasses, Rice Bran, Extract, I forget the other ingredients - but they give the above products into the system.

And explains why homemade sauerkraut and Kim-Chee are beneficial as well.