Publications by authors named "Athira R S Pillai"

is a medicinal herb, well known for its phytochemical activities because of the presence of terpenoids and polyphenols, which contribute to the bioactivity of herb extract that can be effectively utilized in the packaging industry. Biopolymers infused with extract could be a promising solution in the food sector. The antibacterial and antioxidant qualities of can help preserve the quality and lengthen the freshness of food products, thereby preventing food loss.

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Over the last decades, a significant rise in fruit consumption has been noticed as they contain numerous nutritional components, which has led to the rise in fruit production globally. However, fruits are highly liable to spoilage in nature and remain vulnerable to losses during the storage and preservation stages. Therefore, it is crucial to enhance the storage life and safeness of fruits for the consumers.

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