Terpenes and terpenoids as main bioactive compounds of essential oils, their roles in human health and potential application as natural food preservatives

By Ayu Masyita, Reka Mustika Sari, Ayun Dwi Astuti, B. Yasir, Nur Rahma Rumata, Talha Bin Emran, F. Nainu, J. Simal-gandara. Food Chemistry: X, 2022

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Highlights • Terpenes and terpenoids are the main bioactive compounds of essential oils (EOs).• EOs and their major constituents confer several biological activities.• EOs are potential as natural food preservatives.

Subfields: Biochemistry, Food Science, Insect Science

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