Decontamination technologies for medicinal and aromatic plants: A review

Rahmati, Edris; Khoshtaghaza, Mohammad Hadi; Banakar, Ahmad; Ebadi, Mohammad‐Taghi

doi:10.1002/fsn3.2707

Cited by 15 publications

(7 citation statements)

References 109 publications

(147 reference statements)

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Furthermore, RF energy can also generate active molecules like singlet oxygen that have strong oxidative properties for action on stains and the destruction of cells. 30 This bactericidal action of the RF current, which was evident with the three plaque thicknesses and more significant in the presence of toothpaste, was confirmed by the result of the cell viability analysis with CLSM that showed a significant reduction in the percentage of viable bacteria cells in the biofilm treated with RF when compared with the biofilm not treated with RF energy. This result also accepted our hypothesis that the application of 3-MHz bipolar RF delivered via a power toothbrush RF electrode after biofilm formation would disrupt the bacterial cellular component.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 58%

Investigation of the effects of Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy on the Structural Morphology of Dental Plaque

et al. 2023

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Objectives To investigate the effects of radiofrequency (RF) energy, applied through a power toothbrush, on the structural morphology of dental plaque and its bacteria components. Previous studies showed that a toothbrush powered by RF (ToothWave) effectively reduces extrinsic tooth stains, plaque, and calculus. However, the mechanism by which it reduces dental plaque deposits is not fully established. Materials and Methods Multispecies plaques at sampling time points of 24, 48, and 72 hours were treated with the application of RF using ToothWave with the toothbrush bristles 1 mm above the plaque surface. Groups that underwent the same protocol but without RF treatment served as paired controls. Confocal laser scanning microscope (CLSM) was used to determine cell viability at each time point. Plaque morphology and bacteria ultrastructure were viewed using scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM), respectively. Statistical Analysis Data were analyzed statistically using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Bonferroni post-tests. Results At each time, RF treatment significantly (p < 0.05) reduced the viable cells in plaque and caused a substantial disruption of plaque morphology, while the untreated plaque had intact morphology. Cells in treated plaques showed disrupted cell walls, cytoplasmic material, huge vacuoles, and heterogeneity in electron density, while these organelles remained intact in untreated plaques. Conclusion The application of RF via a power toothbrush can disrupt plaque morphology and kill bacteria. These effects were enhanced by the combined application of RF and toothpaste.

show abstract

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 58%

Investigation of the effects of Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy on the Structural Morphology of Dental Plaque

et al. 2023

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…Mycelial growth inhibition for each treatment and concentration after 7 days of Ozone was used for the purpose of microbial decontamination against viruses, Gram-negative and Grampositive bacteria, spores, and fungi (Manousaridis et al, 2005). Ozone has short life span and displayed minimal hazard effects on food constituents (Botondi et al, 2021;Mir et al, 2022;Rahmati et al, 2022). Thus, ozone in both gaseous and water-soluble forms was approved by the US, FDA for use as an antimicrobial agent for food chains and is recognized as a "green technology (Khadre et al, 2001).…”

Section: In Vitro Test Of Mycelial Growth Inhibitionmentioning

confidence: 99%

The potential use of ozone as antifungal and antiaflatoxigenic agent in nuts and its effect on nutritional quality

Ali

Abdallah

2024

Braz. J. Biol.

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Ozone gas is considered as a safe antimicrobial agent in food industries. Here, we evaluated the antifungal and antiaflatoxigenic activities of ozone against fungal contamination in nuts. The most predominant fungal genera in nuts were Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, and Rhizopus. Ozone (4 ppm) significantly reduced the fungal sporulation of A. flavus and their aflatoxin production. Interestingly, ozone treatment of nuts reduced the total fungal count and increased aflatoxins degradation by approximately 95% and 85%, respectively. Ozone displayed high efficiency to increase the permeability of cell membrane and injury of cell wall of fungi. Increasing the exposure time of ozone in nuts up to 180 minutes showed to reduce the total lipid, carbohydrates, and protein by around 41.2%, 42.7% and 38.4% respectively, in pistachio, almond and peanuts. In conclusion, ozonation is a suitable decontaminating approach for reducing the microbial load in nuts, when used with suitable exposure time.

show abstract

“…The samples were eliminated of the microbial contaminations by permissible levels of gamma radiation exposure of not exceeding 10 kGy. 45 The evaluations for pH, moisture, heavy metal, steroids, and microbial load can be considered low or within the permissible limit as indicated in the standards specified by the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) guidelines. 44 Although the microbial load was initially an issue, especially for S. tuberosa, an additional decontamination step could remove any present pathogens.…”

Section: S Tuberosamentioning

confidence: 99%

Comparison of Three Aphrodisiac Plants (Eurycoma longifolia, Polyalthia bullata and Stema tuberosa) Synonymous with Tongkat Ali

2023

TJNPR

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

The Tongkat Ali market presence in the US is considered safe by the general public as Federal Drug Agency (FDA) regulates its use less than many newer aphrodisiacs due to its long-acceptable presence in the market. 3 Although the plant is recognised for its century-long use in many ailments in Malaysia, it is most popularly used in the Western world, notably to support the active lifestyles of males, who are keen to develop muscle over fat, revive libido of ageing men, improve sexual performance and cure specific sexual dysfunctions. 4 P. bullata is frequently referred to as Tongkat Ali Hitam or Pasak Bumi Hitam due to the deeper hue of its roots and bark. P. bullata belongs to the Annonaceae genus of flowering plants. The plant can grow up to 2-3 metres, primarily in the lowlands of Peninsular Malaysia and the primary and secondary forests of Sabah (a state of Malaysia located within Borneo island). 5 P. bullata is another aphrodisiac herb historically utilised predominantly in Malaysia. 6 The root extract of P. bullata is often ingested as a decoction by most consumers and is readily accessible on the global market. It is also taken to increase sexual desire and as a general tonic for males. 7 Stema tuberosa is the least known and studied of the three Tongkat Ali plants. S. tuberosa was previously known as Jackia ornata or Jackiopsis ornate. 8 Interestingly, very few insignificant studies were made on the aphrodisiac potential. S. tuberosa has a distinctive red-coloured root, thereby known to the locals as Tongkat Ali Merah, Pasak Bumi Merah, Tongkat Haji Samat, and Ajisamat or spelt instead as Haji Samat. 9 It belongs to the Stemonaceae family of flowering plants and grows in sandy hills with altitudes below 400 metres as well as on flat secondary forests. 8,10 This plant is very rarely sold on western E-commerce platforms. If found, it is usually sold in its original form of dry-cut chips and often only stated as Tongkat Ali with no mention of S. tuberosa or Tongkat Ali Merah; hence consumers may confuse it with the other Tongkat Ali plants. 1,11 Similar to the other two Tongkat Ali, S. tuberosa is also sold for its aphrodisiac potential. Therefore, due to their commercial significance as aphrodisiacs, the three Tongkat Ali plants are investigated to compare their properties to

show abstract

Decontamination technologies for medicinal and aromatic plants: A review

Cited by 15 publications

References 109 publications

Investigation of the effects of Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy on the Structural Morphology of Dental Plaque

Investigation of the effects of Bipolar Radiofrequency Energy on the Structural Morphology of Dental Plaque

The potential use of ozone as antifungal and antiaflatoxigenic agent in nuts and its effect on nutritional quality

Comparison of Three Aphrodisiac Plants (Eurycoma longifolia, Polyalthia bullata and Stema tuberosa) Synonymous with Tongkat Ali

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About