This study deals with the extraction, optimization, and evaluation of the antioxidant and
antimicrobial activities of bioactive compounds obtained from the seeds of annatto using …

The effect of ultrasonication on the antioxidant and antibacterial properties of Ceylon
spinach (Basella alba) extracts (CE) and the shelf life of chilled pork with CE were studied …

The importance of replacing synthetic pigments with natural types is increasing day by day
in the food industry due to the harmful effects of some synthetic pigments. Microorganisms …

Lantana camara is known to have anti-bacterial properties which can be exploited to
develop a natural food preservative. There is huge demand for natural preservatives in food …

Spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) leaves represent an important dietary source of nutrients,
antioxidants and antimicrobials. As such, spinach leaves play an important role in health …

Natural colourants with bio-potential are of great commercial demands as we are moving
away from the hazardous and toxic chemical dyes. Bixa orellana L. a representative of …

Background: Nowadays hazards of synthetic additives and preservatives have been
identified, so researchers are looking to a naturaland safe alternative for them. The aim of …

The coloring of textiles, leather, food and other materials with natural dyes and pigments is
receiving great attraction due to their non-toxic and non-allergic nature. Aim of this research …

Colouration of textiles as well as food products with natural colorants is an interesting
subject with respect to the growing eco-concern among the consumers. Several colorants …

The aim of this study was to characterize and identify groups of achiote (Bixa orellana L.)
with characteristics related to increased yield and bixin content. A total of 149 achiote …