Thymol (2-isopropyl-5-methylphenol) belongs to the phenolic monoterpenes and mostly
occurs in thyme species. It is one of the main compounds of thyme essential oil. Both thymol …

Background There is an increased consumer demand for products derived from natural
sources or containing natural compounds used to preserve or improve food quality and/or …

Carvacrol is a major natural constituent and is significantly present as an essential oil in
aromatic plants and is well known for its numerous biological activities. Therapeutic …

Thymol is a naturally occurring phenol monoterpene derivative of cymene and isomer of
carvacrol. Thymol (10–64%) is one of the major constituent of essential oils of thyme …

In traditional medicine, Ocimum gratissimum (clove basil) is used in the treatment of various
diseases such as diabetes, cancer, inflammation, anaemia, diarrhoea, pains, and fungal and …

The extensive usage of antibiotics and the rapid emergence of antimicrobial-resistant
microbes (AMR) are becoming important global public health issues. Many solutions to …

Essential oils (EOs) are biologically active and volatile substances that have found
widespread applications in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. However …

Bacterial membrane barrier provides a cytoplasmic environment for organelles of bacteria.
The membrane is composed of lipid compounds containing phosphatide protein and a …

Background: It is estimated that one in five people worldwide faces a diagnosis of a
malignant neoplasm during their lifetime. Carvacrol and its isomer, thymol, are natural …

In this narrative review, we have comprehensively reviewed the plant sources used as
antiulcer agents. From traditional uses as herbal remedies, we have moved on to preclinical …