The Multifaceted Value of Herbs and Spices:

Ahmed TAWAKALITU; Onyegbula Akudo FRANCILIA; Lawal Israel OLUWASANMI; Adole Ekedegwa BENEDICT; Oyeyipo Stephen OLUFEMI; Adediran Blessing IYANUOLUWA; Ariyo Damilola OLUBUNMI

doi:10.35219/jards.v2i1.8830

Ahmed TAWAKALITU Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Onyegbula Akudo FRANCILIA Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Lawal Israel OLUWASANMI Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Adole Ekedegwa BENEDICT Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Oyeyipo Stephen OLUFEMI Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Adediran Blessing IYANUOLUWA Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria
Ariyo Damilola OLUBUNMI Perishable Crops Research Department, Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

DOI: https://doi.org/10.35219/jards.v2i1.8830

Keywords: herbs, spices, spent residue, spice-value addition, food industry

Abstract

https://doi.org/10.35219/jards.2025.1.10

Herbs and spices have long been valued for their culinary and medicinal properties, transitioning from humble, low-cost plant parts to highly prized commodities such as gold and jewels. This paper varied the roles of herbs and spices in various application. A systematic approach was adopted for this review paper. The herbs and spices play a crucial role in enhancing the sensory attributes of food, prolonging
the shelf life of food, and offering health benefits through their bio-active compounds, which can help reduce the risk of degenerative diseases such as diabetes, obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular conditions. In Nigeria's biodiversity rich context, herbs and spices are essential both as food enhancers, raw materials
for the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industry with value-added products ensuring year-round availability and economic viability. Additionally, the residual matter of spices, rich in dietary fibers and nutrients, offers further industrial applications, highlighting the necessity for sustainable practices to fully unlock their potential. This study emphasizes the importance of herbs and spices in promoting health,
improving food quality, and supporting economic development.

The Multifaceted Value of Herbs and Spices:

Enhancing Health, Food Quality, and Economic Viability

Abstract