The microbiota involved in Korean soy paste (doenjang) fermentation are the key factors determining its quality aspects. In this study, doenjang was prepared by adding three different herbs (Peppermint, mint, and Coriander), their effect on composition evaluated 16S rRNA metagenomic analyses. β-diversity statistics indicated clear distinctions after addition of herbs. A microbial analysis revea...

BACKGROUND Enhancing athletic performance is a great desire among the athletes, coaches and researchers. Mint is one of the most famous natural herbs used for its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antioxidant, and vasoconstrictor effects. Even though inhaling mint aroma in athletes has been investigated, there were no significant effects on the exercise performance. METHODS Twelve ...

Peppermint leaves contain flavonoids, menthofuran, and other phenolic compounds that have antioxidant activity are believed to inhibit collagen degradation in the skin. This study investigated efficacy of a 5% peppermint leaf extract cream increasing transforming growth factor β (TGF-β) expression amount as indicators maintenance male Wistar rats' skin exposed UVB. Method A randomized post-test...

The present work comprises the formulation and evaluation delivery system of transdermal drug with a view of developing and preparing a losartan potassium releasing system utilizing natural oils as permeation enhancers for transdermal applications. Matrix systems were prepared by using polyvinyl pyrrolidine and ethyl cellulose (EC) polymers by incorporating dibutyl phthalate as plasticizer and ...

BACKGROUND Pediculosis, caused by head lice (Pediculidae: Pediculus humanus var. capitis), is experiencing a global resurgence, with the prevalence in primary schools averaging as high as 40% in some areas regardless of socioeconomic factors. Control efforts using chemical treatments are becoming increasingly ineffective, with insecticide resistance recorded in several countries. Prevention usi...

INTRODUCTION The aim of the study was to estimate potential availability of essential oil in some brands of herbal products. METHODS A comparison was performed on the basis of the essential oil yield in the unprocessed raw materials such as leaves of peppermint and lemon balm and inflorescence of chamomile as well as herbal tea bags and in dietary supplements. The yield of essential oil was d...