Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of essential oils have previously been extensively
reviewed. The mechanisms of action of essential oils have not been clearly identified but …

The food industry is developing new packaging systems (active packaging) through the
incorporation of essential oils or their main compounds into the films. This could confer them …

Plant-derived essential oils (EOs) and oil compounds usually have a relatively high vapor
pressure and are capable of reaching microbial pathogens through the liquid and the gas …

Background Petroleum derivate plastics represent a serious environmental problem, which
is why alternative sustainable solutions must be found. To this aim, recent research has …

Fruits and vegetables are highly perishable in nature. Several factors could affect the quality
and shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Packaging materials (usually made up of polymers …

As essential oils (EOs) possess GRAS status, there is a strong interest in their application to
food preservation. Trends in the food industry suggest consumers are drawn to …

Fresh fruit and vegetables consumption has increased in the past few years due to the
enhanced awareness of consumers for healthy food. However, these products are highly …

Background Fruits and vegetables constitute an integral part of diet for humans. Quality,
safety and extended shelf life are important aspects governing the availability and …

Essential oils have received increasing attention as natural additives for the shelf-life
extension of food products due to the risk in using synthetic preservatives. Synthetic …

Compared with other types of packaging, edible coatings are becoming more and more
popular because of their more environmentally friendly properties and active ingredients …