INCORPORATION OF MALUS DOMESTICA POWDER IN ENERGY BITES

Description: Energy bites are snacks made with beneficial ingredients that provide a boost of energy for mental alertness and cognitive performance. By adding apple pomace powder, the nutritional value of the energy bites is significantly enhanced. Energy bites are used by people as a source of energy and for adding nutritive value in it we have added apple pomace powder, which have high content of dietary fiber and antioxidant which can ease the digestion and reduce chances of chronic diseases. As we know that now a days, its very common for us to munch on products with unhealthy ingredient and due to this we have become more prone to develop chronic diseases. People with constipation problems can also benefit from this product due to its high fiber content. This product is a good choice for athlets and health conscious people due to its rich nutritional value.

Socio-Economic Benefits: Food industry waste has been a leading cause of water and soil pollution, contaminating groundwater, lakes, and the environment. To overcome these challenges, effective waste management is crucial. Apple pomace, which is the waste generated after apple juice manufacturing and can represent up to 30% of the original fruit, is rich in dietary fiber. This fiber helps control blood glucose, insulin, and cholesterol levels. To increase the dietary fiber content, apple pomace powder was incorporated into energy bites and this product is cheaper then other similar products.

Category: Nutraceutical

Department: Food Science & Technology