(Natural News) Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) is a highly aromatic herb that, like many in the mint (Lamiaceae) family, is used as a culinary ingredient. A cousin of winter savory, summer savory is described as having a hot, peppery flavor with notes of marjoram, mint and thyme. This spicy herb is an excellent seasoning. It […]

(Natural News) There’s no doubt that oranges can do wonders for the body, but a novel study from the Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon suggests that these citrusy fruits can also be used as a natural preservative, thanks to their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. The study, which was published in CyTA – Journal of Food, looked at […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are commonly used for aromatherapy and pain relief, but due to their wealth of active components, they can also be used for other things. Studies reveal that essential oils are also potent food preservatives. Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium further explored their potential, particularly in the preservation of bread from fungal spoilage. Their […]

(Natural News) A review focused on the recent advances in the in vitro application of essential oils in systems and in reducing fungal spoilage in bread. The paper was written by researchers from Ghent University in Belgium and it was published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Several studies have been done demonstrating the potential of essential oils as antifungal food […]

(Natural News) People have come a long way when it comes to storing meat: From air-drying meat to freezing it on the ice, people have invented machines – and even chemicals – to ensure that meat and other food items stay edible longer. However, researchers from the University of Fort Hare and the University of the Free State […]

(Natural News) A study from the Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon in Mexico revealed the chemical composition, as well as the antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of orange essential oil. The findings were published in CyTA – Journal of Food. Aside from orange essential oil, the researchers also evaluated its folded oils and its major component d-limonene. Based […]