Formulation and standardization of herbal nutritious bar and their sensory evaluation specially reference to menopause women.

Published 31-08-2023
Section Research Articles

Authors

  • Dr Dipali Saxena SHRI VAISHNAV VIDYAPEETH VISHWADYALAYA INDORE
  • Dr Shweta Keswani Assistant Professor, Department of Foods and Nutrition, Shri Vaishnav Institute of Home Science Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
  • Aditi Gupta Student, Department of Foods and Nutrition Shri Vaishnav Institute of Home Science Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7770/safer-V12N1-art694

Abstract

Women in the menopausal transition commonly report a variety of symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats, heart discomfort, sleeping problems, joint or muscular discomfort, imbalanced hormones etc. The objective of the current study is to formulate an herbal nutritious bar" specifically for women going through menopause utilizing a variety of components, including popped amaranth seeds, amaranth flour, shatavari and some spices. The ingredients were solely used to relieve menopausal symptoms while still giving women essential nourishment. The organoleptic qualities of the items on the 9-Point Hedonic Scale were assessed using the score card method. It was discovered that T8, T9, and T10 were the most successful therapies for all sensory aspects. acceptance of experimental T7 and T8 as minor components generally. It was found that functional meals made for women at risk of menopause with good nutrition not only assist them but also prevent menopause.