The first step in the isolation and purification of bioactive compounds from plant material is
extraction. Extraction of secondary metabolites such as phenolic acids and flavonoids is …

Fruits and vegetables are the most utilized commodities among all horticultural crops. They
are consumed raw, minimally processed, as well as processed, due to their nutrients and …

Background Curcumin is a safe substance that is used as food cosmetic additive and
pharmaceutical product. Obtaining pure curcumin from plant sources is very important for …

Citrus contains a range of highly beneficial bioactive compounds, such as polyphenols,
carotenoids, and vitamins that show antimicrobial and antioxidant properties and help in …

Background Worldwide consumers seek most delightful and appealing foodstuffs, at the
same time they require safer, more nutritious and healthier products. Color is one of the most …

Oxidation of vegetable oils is a phenomenon that alters the nutritional value of the oil and
produces unpleasant flavors, it is also the main factor limiting the quality of vegetable oils …

The use of bioactive compounds in different commercial sectors such as pharmaceutical,
food and chemical industries signifies the need of the most appropriate and standard …

The present paper aims at reviewing and commenting on the analytical methods applied to
antioxidant and antioxidant capacity assessment in plant‐derived products. Aspects related …

Aromatic and medicinal plants, like rosemary, oregano, sage, and winter savory, are rich
sources of polyphenols. During the last decades, several researchers have tried to recover …

Curcuma longa L. rhizome essential oil is a valuable product in pharmaceutical industry due
to its wide beneficial health effects. Novel applications in the agri-food industry where more …