Background/objectives Solar dryer has reached a remarkable level due to its tremendous
contribution towards the saving spoilage of the food, vegetables, spices and ingredients …

The contamination risks of microorganisms and mycotoxins in low-moisture foods have
heightened public concern. Developing novel decontamination technologies to improve the …

Adulteration is a growing food safety concern worldwide. Previous studies have implicated
turmeric as a source of lead (Pb) exposure due to the addition of lead chromate (PbCrO 4), a …

Helichrysum italicum (H. italicum) is a halophyte shrub with bright yellow flowers with a
strong curry-like aroma. The essential oils of H. italicum have been used in the production of …

Microbial quality assurance has always been an important subject in the production, trade,
and consumption of medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs). Most MAPs have therapeutic …

Turmeric powder treated by cold atmospheric‐pressure plasma (CAPP) at 25 kV for various
times of 3, 5 and 7 min was examined for microbial load, essential oil profile, colour …

The microwave-assisted starch gelatinization was carried out in a semi-pilot microwave
rotary drum dryer. Gelatinization experiments were planned using a central composite …

Garam Masala is a mixture of ground spices commonly used in Indian and some Asian
cuisines. Garam Masala risks microbial contamination due to poor hygienic conditions …

The present study was focused on microwave (dielectric) roasting (300‐600 W, 5‐15 min) on
the physical, textural, color, and grinding of black pepper. The microwave roasting is a …

The current study aimed to investigate the influence of pin-to-plate atmospheric cold plasma
treatment (ACP) on the microbial decontamination efficacy, physical (water activity, color …