The current review is informed about the effectiveness of plant-derived functional
components that aids in the regulation and health of endocrine glands. The endocrine …

Abstract Background Chia (Salvia hispanica L.) seeds have become increasingly popular
among health-conscious consumers owing to their high content of ω-3 fatty acids, which …

Ultrasound-assisted extraction (UAE) was used to extract carotenoids from the carrot
pomace. To investigate the effect of independent variables on the UAE, the response …

Passive solar dryers play a crucial role in reducing postharvest losses in fruits and
vegetables, especially in regions like sub-Saharan Africa with low electrification rates and …

Excessive application of pesticides to combat pests in orange fruit has resulted in pervasive
buildup of their residues leading to severe risks to human health. The study reports the …

Here we present the simple green synthesis of chitosan‑silver nanocomposite (CS-Ag NC)
by employing kiwi fruit juice as reducing agent. The structure, morphology, and composition …

Pak choi is one of the most important leafy vegetables planted in East Asia and provides
essential nutrients for the human body. Purple pak choi differs mainly in leaf colour but …

Given the current trend in superfoods consumption and the forecasts for their growth in the
coming years, this article provides an overview of the three sustainability dimensions of the …

Marula fruit is one of the most underutilized fruits in South Africa, and it has been reported to
contain a high amount of vitamin C which is regarded as the cheapest antioxidant. The fruit …

An iodine biofortification experiment was conducted by applying potassium iodate fertilizer
in soil and foliar form and chitosan complex forms to investigate the growth, yield, quality …