Piperine is the major bio‐active component of pepper, which imparts pungency and biting
taste to it. This naturally occurring alkaloid has numerous demonstrated health effects and …

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a legume and it has been used as a spice
throughout the world to enhance the sensory quality of foods. It is known for its medicinal …

Simple Summary The present study aimed to investigate the beneficial effects of zinc
nanoparticles (ZnNPs) and curcumin nanoparticles (CurNPs) as well as Bacillus …

Although the seeds of cumin (Cuminum cyminum L.) are widely used as a spice for their
distinctive aroma, they are also commonly used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of …

Simple Summary Nanoparticles such as nano-curcumin are easier to pass through cell
membranes in organisms and interact rapidly with biological systems. Therefore, using nano …

Capsaicin, the pungent alkaloid of red pepper (Capsicum annuum) has been extensively
studied for its biological effects which are of pharmacological relevance. These include …

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizomes are commonly used in foods and beverages for their
characteristic pungency and piquant flavor. Ginger is widely employed in Chinese …

Abstract Effects of the dietary ginger (Zingiber officinale) on growth, some immunological
and biochemical parameters and gene expression related to growth, immunity and …

Antimicrobial compounds produced by microorganisms have been used for decades in
poultry diets to increase performance and decrease morbidity particularly in broiler chickens …

Responding to the increased popularity of herbal medicines and other forms of
complementary or alternative medicine world-wide, this reference reviews and evaluates …