Antimicrobial Studies

Investigation of the antimicrobial, antioxidant, hemolytic, and thrombolytic activities of Camellia sinensis, Thymus vulgaris, and Zanthoxylum armatum ethanolic and methanolic extracts.

Thyme and green tea extracts showed antimicrobial, antioxidant, hemolytic, and thrombolytic activities. These properties can be beneficial in treating diseases like cancer, diabetes, and respiratory diseases, and can be used as functional ingredients in food and drinks.

AntimicrobialImmunology Thymus vulgarisZanthoxylum armatum
Rafique S et al (2023).
Food Sci Nutr.
DOI:
10.1002/fsn3.3569
PubMed:
37823136

Combined antifungal effects of the vapor phases of Zataria multiflora and Cinnamomum zeylanicum essential oils against Aspergillus flavus and Penicillium citrinum in vitro and cheese.

This study found that the vapor phases of ZEO and CEO, containing thymol and cinnamaldehyde, had strong antifungal effects against fungi in vitro and in cheese. They could be used as natural antifungals in cheese production, replacing synthetic preservatives.

Antimicrobial Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Imaz L, Aliakbarlu J and Lin L (2023).
Food Sci Nutr.
DOI:
10.1002/fsn3.3537
PubMed:
37823120

Dentin bond strength and antimicrobial activities of universal adhesives containing silver nanoparticles synthesized with Rosa canina extract.

Researchers tested the effect of silver nanoparticles on dentin bond strength and their ability to kill harmful bacteria. This study could help improve dental adhesives and prevent tooth decay.

Antimicrobial Rosa canina
Ekrikaya S et al (2023).
Clin Oral Investig.
DOI:
10.1007/s00784-023-05306-6
PubMed:
37821654

Potassium Nitrate and Ascorbic Acid Priming Improved Tissue Chemical Composition and Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activities of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) Sprouts.

Priming with potassium nitrate and ascorbic acid improves linseed sprout growth, increases bioactive compound levels, and enhances antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. This study suggests priming as a way to enhance the nutritional value and health benefits of linseed sprouts.

AntimicrobialImmunology Linum usitatissimum
Zrig A et al (2023).
ACS Omega.
DOI:
10.1021/acsomega.3c03002
PubMed:
37810652

Combination of sweet orange, lentisk and lemon eucalyptus essential oils: Optimization of a new complete antimicrobial formulation using a mixture design methodology.

The study analyzed the essential oils of sweet orange, lentisk, and lemon eucalyptus for their antimicrobial activity. The oils showed promise in inhibiting various microorganisms and could potentially be used as natural food preservatives. However, more research is needed to understand their mechanisms of action and efficacy.

Antimicrobial Pistacia lentiscus
Al-Mijalli SH et al (2023).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19814
PubMed:
37809691

Occurrence and fate of antibiotic-resistance genes and their potential hosts in high-moisture alfalfa silage treated with or without formic acid bactericide.

Silage can contain antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) that pose a latent health risk to animals. Formic acid treatment reduced ARGs initially but increased their abundance after 90 days. Pathogens like Staphylococcus and Clostridium may act as ARG hosts. Microbes are the main driver of ARG propagation in silage.

AntimicrobialGenetics Medicago sativa
Zhang X et al (2023).
J Environ Manage.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jenvman.2023.119235
PubMed:
37806267

Antimicrobial and anti-aflatoxigenic activities of nanoemulsions based on Achillea millefolium and Crocus sativus flower extracts as green promising agents for food preservatives.

Nanoemulsions made from natural extracts can potentially be used as antimicrobial and anti-aflatoxigenic agents, making them effective for food preservation and safety. However, more research is needed to understand their mechanism of action.

Antimicrobial Achillea millefoliumCrocus sativus
Abu Safe FA et al (2023).
BMC Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12866-023-03033-2
PubMed:
37805450

Antifungal and elicitor activities of p-hydroxybenzoic acid for the control of aflatoxigenic Aspergillus flavus in kiwifruit.

In this study, researchers found that p-Hydroxybenzoic acid (pHBA) in kiwifruit inhibits the growth of A. flavus and prevents the production of toxic aflatoxins. pHBA also induces oxidative stress in the fungus. pHBA could be used as a treatment to reduce A. flavus infection in kiwifruit.

Antimicrobial Actinidia deliciosa
Huo ZY et al (2023).
Food Res Int.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113331
PubMed:
37803641
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