Natural products from plants were extracted and widely studied for their activities against
many disease conditions. The selection of the extracting solvent is crucial to develop …

An interest in the development of extraction techniques of biomolecules from various natural
sources has increased in recent years due to their potential applications particularly for food …

Chicory (Cichorium intybus L.) is a perennial herb from the Cichorium genus, Asteraceae
family, and is worldwide cultivated. So far, chicory has been used mainly in animal feed, but …

Probiotic strains are claimed to confer health benefits to human organisms when consumed
in adequate amounts. Thus, over the last decades there has been an increased interest in …

Anthocyanins are a bioactive compound belonging to the flavonoid classthatis present in
human nutrition through plant-based foods. Due to their antioxidant properties, several …

This review article points out, through an overview, aspects that are related to the
procedures established by green analytical chemistry, for the extraction of bioactive …

The new concept of functional foods has led to the varieties in the production of foods that
deliver not only basic nutrition, but can also warrant good health and longevity. Yogurt has …

Bioactive compounds are extracted from natural sources and they have beneficial effects on
human health. Fruits and vegetables are rich in carotenoids, phenolic compounds, Vitamin …

Abstract The World Health Organization's emphasis on the health benefits of functional
foods and beverages that has contributed to the rise in its popularity globally. Besides these …

Background Much research has been conducted to attest that different food and herbal
extracts display functional properties in humans when consumed regularly as part of a …