Essential oils This exciting new volume, written and edited by some
of the world’s foremost experts in the field, provides up-to-date
information about the chemical structure of essential oils, as well
as their therapeutic and biological actions. It defines their
functional uses while evaluating the advantages and disadvantages
of their application in various sectors. Essential oils have been
used by global communities for centuries, for different purposes
such as medicinal, flavoring, preservatives, perfumery,
aromatherapy, dentistry, cosmetics, insecticide, fungicide, and
bactericide, among others. Essential oils are natural and
biodegradable substances, usually non-toxic or with low toxicity to
humans. Essential oils are botanical products that have volatile
nature, known for their special odor, and found to be effective in
the treatment of oxidative stress, cancer, epilepsy, skin
allergies, indigestion, headache, insomnia, muscular pain,
respiratory problems, etc. Essential oils principally enhance
resistance to abiotic stress and protection against aquatic
herbivores. They possess antimicrobial, antifungal, antitumor, and
antioxidant properties. Essential oils are known to be volatile and
susceptible to degradation from various ambient conditions,
including temperature, air, light, and humidity, which limits their
applications. Encapsulation is a proven technique that can protect
essential oils and enable their use in various applications. This
book aims to provide current knowledge on the chemical structure,
therapeutic, and biological activities of essential oils, as well
as to describe their functional uses and assess the benefits and
drawbacks of their usage in various fields. By exploring the latest
research on essential oils and their encapsulation, this book
offers valuable insights and practical guidance for anyone
interested in the science and application of these fascinating
compounds.
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