Spearmint belongs to the genus Mentha in the family Labiatae (Lamiaceae), which is
cultivated worldwide for its remarkable aroma and commercial value. The aromatic …

Natural products from plants have gained prominence in the search for therapeutic
alternatives. Monoterpenes, such as carvone, are suggested as candidates for the treatment …

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by persistent
hyperglycemia due to insufficient insulin levels or insulin resistance. Despite the availability …

Abstract Immortelle (Helichrysum italicum, Asteraceae) essential oil has been widely used in
alternative medicine to accelerate wound healing, as well as in cosmetic products to …

Sodium caseinate (SC) derived from milk casein has excellent stability and emulsification
properties. In this study, SC-stabilized d-limonene nanoemulsions were prepared for the first …

Abstract Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) caused by novel severe acute respiratory
syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is an ongoing pandemic and presents a public …

Aim: Terpenes are natural compounds found in several organisms belonging to the animal
and plant kingdom, therefore, constitute the largest class of natural products and were a rich …

Inflammation is caused by a cascade of events, one of which is the metabolism of
arachidonic acid, that begins with oxidation by the enzyme 5-lipoxygenase. 5-Lipoxygenase …

The fight against insect pests primarily relies on the utilization of synthetic insecticides.
However, improper application of these chemicals can lead to detrimental effects on both the …

Natural products are widely used in different aspects of our lives–from household cleaners
and food production, via cosmetics and aromatherapy, to both alternative and traditional …