The growing demand for food products without artificial preservatives has compelled the food industry to use preservatives of herbal and antimicrobial origin in the production and storage of brined cheeses. Essential oils are volatile, natural plant substances used in medicine, flavoring, and food preservation. These diverse compounds exhibit significant antioxidant, antibacterial, and antifungal activities through various mechanisms.
Materials and Methods: This study encompasses a systematic review of literature data from electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, ResearchGate, and others using computer software. Keywords in the study include "essential oils," "natural preservatives," "brine cheese," and related terms.
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