Antioxidant Activity of Essential Oils Extracted from Apiaceae Family Plants
Yasasvi Jayakodi, Punniamoorthy Thiviya, Ashoka Gamage, Philippe Evon, Terrence Madhujith, Othmane Merah
Abstract
The importance of antioxidants has gained much attention due to the increase in the prevalence of various non-communicable diseases such as cancer, diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular diseases, which occur due to excess reactive species. The widespread use of synthetic antioxidants in the food industry has raised concerns about their potential harmful effects on health. As a result, the utilization of natural antioxidants to preserve food and as a source of dietary antioxidants has gained attention. Essential oils extracted from Apiaceae family plants are an excellent source of antioxidants. In this review, research findings regarding the antioxidant activity of selected Apiaceae family members and their applications are discussed.