Plants are the sources of many bioactive secondary metabolites which are present in plant
organs including leaves, stems, roots, and flowers. Although they provide advantages to the …

The increase in life expectancy has led to the appearance of chronic diseases and interest
in healthy aging, in turn promoting a growing interest in bioactive compounds (BCs) and …

Tannins are polyphenols characterized by different molecular weights that plants are able to
synthetize during their secondary metabolism. Macromolecules (proteins, structural …

Pisum sativum L., commonly referred to as dry, green, or field pea, is one of the most
common legumes that is popular and economically important. Due to its richness in a variety …

Diabetes is a common metabolic disorder marked by unusually high plasma glucose levels,
which can lead to serious consequences such as retinopathy, diabetic neuropathy and …

The struggle between humans and pathogens has taken and is continuing to take countless
lives every year. As the misusage of conventional antibiotics increases, the complexity …

Secondary metabolites are divided into three classes: phenolic, terpenoid, and nitrogenous
compounds. Phenolic compounds are also known as polyphenols and include tannins …

Tannins comprise a large group of polyphenols that can differ widely in chemical
composition and molecular weight. The use of tannins dates back to antiquity, but it is only in …

Background World-wide aquaculture represents a very important sector capable of
supplying huge amounts of animal protein. However its relevance has proportionally …

The agriculture and horticulture industries generate many by-products while processing
commodities, leading to significant environmental and societal dilemmas. Bioactive …