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View article: The Genus Anisosciadium: A Comprehensive Review of Taxonomic Aspects, Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Biological Activities
The Genus Anisosciadium: A Comprehensive Review of Taxonomic Aspects, Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Biological Activities Open
The genus Anisosciadium, belonging to the Apiaceae family, has been traditionally recognized for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. However, scientific research on this genus is still limited, highlighting th…
View article: Phytochemical Profile and Evaluation of Antioxidant Activity, Enzyme Inhibition and Cell Viability of Leaves Extracts of Three Tunisian Varieties of <i>Diospyros kaki</i> L.
Phytochemical Profile and Evaluation of Antioxidant Activity, Enzyme Inhibition and Cell Viability of Leaves Extracts of Three Tunisian Varieties of <i>Diospyros kaki</i> L. Open
Because of their biological qualities, the leaves of Diospyros kaki L., also known as persimmon, have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of ischemic stroke, angina, internal hemorrhage , hypertension, atherosc…
View article: Genetic variation of technological quality in durum wheat
Genetic variation of technological quality in durum wheat Open
Durum wheat (Triticum durum) is a widely cultivated wheat species, with approximately 75% of global production consumed in the Mediterranean region. Its cultivation has remained a staple food for local populations, particularly in Tunisia …
View article: Chemical profiling of coriander, garlic and their combination to highlight the synergistic effect of the profiled compounds through in vitro and in vivo bioassays
Chemical profiling of coriander, garlic and their combination to highlight the synergistic effect of the profiled compounds through in vitro and in vivo bioassays Open
Hydroethanolic extracts of coriander seeds (CE), garlic bulbs (GE), and their combination (CGE), were chemically profiled using HS‐SPME/GC–MS and LC‐Q‐TOF/MS–MS to assess volatile composition and to study phenolic molecules, respectively. …
View article: Volatile compounds and bioactivities properties of Opuntia microdasys (Lehm.) and Opuntia macrorhiza (Engelm.) seeds
Volatile compounds and bioactivities properties of Opuntia microdasys (Lehm.) and Opuntia macrorhiza (Engelm.) seeds Open
The seeds of Opuntia sp. require additional investigations because they could contain several active molecules. Therefore, the present study analyzed the chemical composition and biological activities of Opuntia microdasys and that of Opun…
View article: Volatile compounds and anatomical features of Opuntia sp. cladodes
Volatile compounds and anatomical features of Opuntia sp. cladodes Open
The cactus pear is belongs to the Cactaceae family Opuntia. The cladodes are known as nopalitos, are frequently consumed and used in folk medicine due to their beneficial effects and phytochemical composition. Cactus in Tunisia is mostly l…
View article: Wild Vitex agnus-castus L.: Phytochemical Characterization, Acute Toxicity, and Bioactive Properties
Wild Vitex agnus-castus L.: Phytochemical Characterization, Acute Toxicity, and Bioactive Properties Open
Wild Vitex agnus-castus (VAC) is a Mediterranean plant that is rich in bioactive metabolites. This study aimed to validate, for the first time, the beneficial use of VAC fruits and fruit decoctions (VFDs) through in vitro and in vivo trial…
View article: Effect of Flavoring with Rosemary, Lemon and Orange on the Quality, Composition and Biological Properties of Olive Oil: Comparative Study of Extraction Processes
Effect of Flavoring with Rosemary, Lemon and Orange on the Quality, Composition and Biological Properties of Olive Oil: Comparative Study of Extraction Processes Open
The goal of this work was to investigate the impact of the flavoring of some aromatic plants/spices, including rosemary (R), lemon (L) and orange (O) at the concentration of 5% and 35% (w/w) added by 2 methods (conventional maceration and …
View article: Antioxidant, antimicrobial and phytotoxic activities of Rhaponticum acaule DC. essential oil
Antioxidant, antimicrobial and phytotoxic activities of Rhaponticum acaule DC. essential oil Open
The in-vitro antioxidant activity of Rhaponticum acaule essential oil (RaEO) was evaluated using β-carotene/linoleic acid bleaching, chelating activity, and lipid peroxidation inhibition (TBARS) assays. The antimicrobial activity of RaEO w…
View article: Nutritional properties, aromatic compounds and in vitro antioxidant activity of ten date palm fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) varieties grown in Tunisia
Nutritional properties, aromatic compounds and in vitro antioxidant activity of ten date palm fruit (Phoenix dactylifera L.) varieties grown in Tunisia Open
Phoenix dactylifera L. has traditionally been used as a medicine in many cultures. The aim of this study was to evaluate the nutritional properties, aromatic compounds, total phenolic content and the antioxidant activity of ten ripe date f…
View article: Chemical Composition, Nutritional Value, and Biological Evaluation of Tunisian Okra Pods (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench)
Chemical Composition, Nutritional Value, and Biological Evaluation of Tunisian Okra Pods (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) Open
The aim of this work was to perform an unprecedented in-depth study on the bioactive phytochemicals of Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench Tunisian landrace (Marsaouia). For this purpose, its nutritional, aroma volatile, and phenolic profiles…
View article: Antioxidant, antimicrobial and phytotoxic activities of Rhaponticum acaule DC. essential oil
Antioxidant, antimicrobial and phytotoxic activities of Rhaponticum acaule DC. essential oil Open
The in-vitro antioxidant activity of Rhaponticum acaule essential oil (RaEO) was evaluated using β-carotene/linoleic acid bleaching, chelating activity, and lipid peroxidation inhibition (TBARS) assays. The antimicrobial activity of RaEO w…
View article: Rhaponticum acaule (L) DC essential oil: chemical composition, in vitro antioxidant and enzyme inhibition properties
Rhaponticum acaule (L) DC essential oil: chemical composition, in vitro antioxidant and enzyme inhibition properties Open
The results revealed that the RaEO is a new promising potential source of antioxidant compounds, endowed with good practical applications for human health.
View article: Revalorization of wild <i>Asparagus stipularis</i> Forssk. as a traditional vegetable with nutritional and functional properties
Revalorization of wild <i>Asparagus stipularis</i> Forssk. as a traditional vegetable with nutritional and functional properties Open
The nutritional values, phytochemical composition and bioactive properties of young shoots of wild Asparagus stipularis Forssk. from Tunisia were determined in this study.
View article: Antioxidant activity, volatile and nonvolatile composition of two Phoenix dactylifera L. by-products
Antioxidant activity, volatile and nonvolatile composition of two Phoenix dactylifera L. by-products Open
Objective: To examine the nonvolatile components of the date pulp and seeds of two minor
\nTunisian date palm cultivars Arechti and Korkobbi at besser stage and to investigate their
\nantioxidant activity, their phytochemical compounds and…
View article: A comparison study of the nutritional, mineral and volatile compositions of three dry forms of ginger rhizomes, and antioxidant properties of their ethanolic and aqueous extracts
A comparison study of the nutritional, mineral and volatile compositions of three dry forms of ginger rhizomes, and antioxidant properties of their ethanolic and aqueous extracts Open
Objective: To compare the most accessible dry forms of ginger rhizomes (Zingiber officinale)
\nused as a spice and as a remedy in order to choose the best ginger for medicinal purpose.
\nMethods: Freshly air dried ginger, commercially dry …
View article: Bioactivity and chemical characterization of Opuntia macrorhiza Engelm. seed oil: potential food and pharmaceutical applications
Bioactivity and chemical characterization of Opuntia macrorhiza Engelm. seed oil: potential food and pharmaceutical applications Open
The oil obtained fromOpuntia macrorhizaEngelm. showed a diverse phytochemical composition and high levels of different bioactivity types.
View article: Bioactivity, proximate, mineral and volatile profiles along the flowering stages of Opuntia microdasys (Lehm.): defining potential applications
Bioactivity, proximate, mineral and volatile profiles along the flowering stages of Opuntia microdasys (Lehm.): defining potential applications Open
Opuntia spp. flowers have been traditionally used for medical purposes, mostly because of their diversity in bioactive molecules with health promoting properties.