Several spices were found to have high levels of antioxidant capacity and total phenolic
compounds. Chamomile and fennel showed highest total phenolic
content, associated with the relatively higher antioxidant activities.
The antimicrobial activity of plants essential oils and their
extracts were assessed by using disc diffusion as well as minimum
inhibitory concentration (MIC) method. The diameter of
growth inhibition zone (mm) for chamomile methanol extract
was better than fennel especially against A. flavus, C. albicans and