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:: Volume 20, Issue 4 (Winter 2026) ::
Iranian J Nutr Sci Food Technol 2026, 20(4): 107-118 Back to browse issues page
Investigation of the Effect of Basil Essential Oil on the Physicochemical, Mechanical, and Antioxidant Properties of Composite Film Based on Psyllium Seed Gum
N Fadavi , H Karazhiyan *
Department of Food Science and Technology, ToH.C., Islamic Azad University, Torbat Heydarieh, Iran , hojjat_karazhiyan@yahoo.com
Abstract:   (126 Views)
Background and Objectives: In recent years, growing concerns over the environmental impact of petroleum-based plastics used in food packaging have prompted extensive research into the development of biodegradable polymer-based films and strategies to enhance their performance. Psyllium seed gum, due to its functional properties, is a promising candidate for the production of edible films. Additionally, basil essential oil, rich in phenolic compounds, exhibits significant antioxidant activity, which may contribute to improved functionality of edible films.
 Materials & Methods: This study investigated the effect of varying concentrations of basil essential oil (0%, 0.5%, 1%, and 1.5%) on the physicochemical, mechanical, colorimetric, total phenolic content, and antioxidant properties of edible films based on psyllium seed gum.
Results: The results indicated that increasing the concentration of basil essential oil led to a significant increase in film thickness, while water solubility and permeability decreased significantly. Mechanical analysis showed that the tensile strength of the films decreased with higher concentrations of essential oil, whereas elongation at break increased. Color indices analysis revealed a reduction in film lightness with increasing essential oil concentration. Furthermore, the total phenolic content and radical scavenging activity of the films increased in proportion to the amount of basil essential oil incorporated, demonstrating enhanced antioxidant capacity.
Conclusion: Overall, the results of this study demonstrated that incorporating basil essential oil can enhance various properties of psyllium seed gum films, making them more suitable for use as packaging materials for different food products.
Keywords: Psyllium seed gum, Basil essential oil, Mechanical properties, Edible films
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Article type: Research | Subject: Food Science
Received: 2025/06/2 | Accepted: 2025/08/17 | Published: 2026/01/23
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Fadavi N, Karazhiyan H. Investigation of the Effect of Basil Essential Oil on the Physicochemical, Mechanical, and Antioxidant Properties of Composite Film Based on Psyllium Seed Gum. Iranian J Nutr Sci Food Technol 2026; 20 (4) :107-118
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