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VOL. 10, ISSUE 1 (2025)
Development of iron enriched yoghurt
Authors
Karthikeyan B, Thaheer Basha A, Ramasamy D, Selvan P, Kumaravelu N
Abstract
Moringa leaves extract enriched yoghurt is a novel product that
combines the nutritional and functional properties of moringa leaves and
yoghurt. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate the enrichment
characteristics of moringa leaves into yoghurt. The product was formulated by
adding different levels of moringa extract (25%, 50% and 75%) to plain low-fat
yoghurt. The product was subjected to physicochemical and sensory analysis i.e
pH, Acidity, Moisture, Ash, Protein, Fat, Carbohydrate and Iron. The product
was well accepted by the consumers, with high scores for colour, texture,
flavour, and overall acceptability. The product had a shelf life of 10 days
under refrigerated conditions. The study concluded that Moringa powder Iron
enriched yoghurt is a feasible and innovative product that can offer health
benefits and sensory appeal to the consumers.
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Pages:88-90
How to cite this article:
Karthikeyan B, Thaheer Basha A, Ramasamy D, Selvan P, Kumaravelu N "Development of iron enriched yoghurt". International Journal of Food Science and Nutrition, Vol 10, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 88-90
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