Overview
Antioxidants and phytochemicals in food are naturally occurring compounds that may protect cells from oxidative damage and contribute to human health through dietary intake. Research published in the International Journal of Nutrition examines these bioactive substances across multiple dimensions, including their presence in culinary herbs, indigenous spices, and vegetable sources. Studies have investigated the preservative and health-promoting properties of oregano and rosemary extracts, documented the physicochemical characteristics and mineral content of spices retailed in specific regional markets, and explored how chemical refining processes affect phenolic content and antioxidant activity in oils such as sunflower. The journal has also published work on underutilized plant foods like silk cotton leaves as sources of micronutrients and phytochemicals for improving dietary diversity. Additional research addresses the clinical application of plant-derived compounds, such as those in bitter melon for glycemic management, and examines broader dietary patterns including vegetarianism in relation to nutrient intake. This body of work reflects the importance of understanding how food processing, traditional ingredients, and plant-based dietary choices influence the availability and potential health effects of antioxidants and phytochemicals in human nutrition.
Research published in this journal
9 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties and Mineral Content of some Indigenous Spices Retailed in Ibadan, Nigeria
Colorectal Cancer in Africa: Causes, Dietary Intervention, and Lifestyle Change
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus): Health-Promoting Benefits and Food Preservative Properties
Influence of Chemical Refining Processes on the Total Phenolics and Antioxidant Activity of Sunflower Oil
Improving Vegetable Diversity and Micronutrient Intake of Nigerians Through Consumption of Lesser Known Silk Cotton (Ceiba pentandra) Leaf
Vegetarianism in Food-Based Dietary Guidelines
Clinical application of Momordica charantia (Bitter Melon) for reducing blood sugar in type 2 diabetes mellitus
How this research is being cited
The 9 articles above have been cited 254 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
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2026 · Journal of Ethnopharmacology
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2026 · South African Journal of Botany
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2026 · South African Journal of Botany
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2026 · LWT
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2026 · Journal of Ethnopharmacology
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