Extension of Poultry Meat Shelf Life Using Cynara cardunculus L. Leaf Extracts as a Natural Preservative

Food additives are used to prevent food spoilage and extend its shelf life. However, con- cerns regarding the potential health implications associated with some synthetic additives have prompted research efforts aimed at identifying natural alternatives, such as plant extracts. Cynara cardunculus L. (cardoon) is known for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. The aim of this study was to evaluate the capability of ethanolic food-grade extracts from cultivated cardoon and globe...