Abstract In West Sumatra, several spices are frequently used when making dry dendeng (beef jerky). Spices added to jerky impart flavor, color, and numerous bioactive chemicals that serve as antioxidants. This study intends examine the influence of various spice changes on fat oxidation occurs during preserving jerky. Jerky A (Salt 25 g), B (salt g, Garlic 50 Ginger Lime 2 ml), C Shallots D Cori...

All biological systems functioning in aerobic conditions are exposed to reactive oxygen species (ROS), a class of oxygen metabolites that are highly active in terms of oxidative modification of proteins, lipids, and DNA. ROS has been found to contribute to aging and quite a number of chronic diseases including diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, neurological disorders, and cancer. Thus, reducing...

Spices are non-leafy parts of plants used as a flavoring or seasoning. They are used to add flavor to foods and beverages, and as herbal medicines. Asia is known as the ‘Land of Spices’ as it is the place of origin, production, consumption and export of most spices. Out of the world’s 70 plant species grown as spices, 13 are considered major spices produced in Asia. They are briefly described b...

Writing from personal experience, physician and author Danielle Ofri asks what evidence is needed to justify trying to humanize medical training via the power of literature.

Background and Objectives: Non-sanitary conditions during the drying, transport and storage stages in the production of spices could introduce mycotoxin contamination. The aim of the current study was to determine the concentration of ochratoxin A (OTA) in 92 commercial spices (including red pepper, black pepper, turmeric and cinnamon) imported to Iran. Materials and Methods: OTA levels were...

Spices are a priceless wealth of Indonesia. Many other countries in the world import it especially Europeans who desperately need pepper for almost all flavors its cuisine. The culinary history Indonesia is not spared from raw ingredients spices that become main materials Indonesian specialties. Almost cuisine throughout use as seasoning "Madura" has typical also uses such soto, satay, Kaldu, a...