Consumer Acceptance and Sensory Properties of Wheat-Millet Composite Biscuits Fortified with Moringa oleifera and Camellia Sinensis Leaves Powder

By:
Abeera Moin, Muhammad Zaid, Maira Moin, Angelo Maria Giuffrè
Date:
2024
Resource type:
Blogs/news/opinion
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The study "Consumer Acceptance and Sensory Properties of Wheat-Millet Composite Biscuits Fortified with Moringa oleifera and Camellia Sinensis Leaves Powder" investigates consumer acceptance of fortified biscuits made from wheat-millet composite flour enriched with Moringa oleifera and green tea leaves. The research focused on sensory analysis, such as flavor, texture, and overall acceptability, to assess how consumers in Karachi, Pakistan, perceive these biscuits. The findings suggest that biscuits fortified with Moringa were more popular among health-conscious consumers, while those fortified with green tea were less preferred due to higher moisture content affecting texture. The study emphasizes the potential of using underutilized grains like millet and fortifying them with nutrient-dense ingredients like Moringa and green tea to create healthier food alternatives, especially for undernourished populations.

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