Toxicity, Antioxidant Activity, and Phytochemicals of Basil (<i>Ocimum basilicum</i> L.) Leaves Cultivated in Southern Punjab, Pakistan

Basil <i>(Ocimum basilicum</i> L.) is one of the most common aromatic herbs, a rich source of bioactive compounds, and is used extensively to add aroma and flavor to food. The leaves, both in fresh and dried form, are used as a culinary ingredient in different cultures. <i>O. basil...

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Main Authors: Hafiz Rehan Nadeem, Saeed Akhtar, Piero Sestili, Tariq Ismail, Susanne Neugart, Muhammad Qamar, Tuba Esatbeyoglu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-04-01
Series:Foods
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/11/9/1239