Title

SWEET MARJORAM (ORIGANUM MAJORANA L.) AS A MAGICAL BIOPROTECTIVE AGENT AGAINST FOOD SPOILAGE: A REVIEW.

Authors

Bhardwaj, Khushbo; Dubey, Widhi

Abstract

Origanum majorana L. is an important member of Lamiaceae family. It is native to Cyperus though it is largely found in Himalayan mountain range. It is well known for its traditional use as a medicinal herb to treat gastro-intestinal, sleep and nervous system related issues. In the recent era, the use of synthetic antimicrobial agents for food safety has been questioned as consumers all over the world want to develop alternatives to antimicrobial treatments based on natural ingredients. This article compiles and justifies use of Origanum majorana L. as a potent preservative in food industry.

Subjects

ORIGANUM; FOOD spoilage; MOUNTAINS; FOOD safety; HERBAL medicine; LAMIACEAE

Publication

Carpathian Journal of Food Science & Technology, 2020, Vol 12, Issue 1, p5

ISSN

2066-6845

Publication type

Academic Journal

DOI

10.34302/crpjfst/2020.12.1.1