N. Surekha ¹, Ravikumar S. Naik ², Chandramati Rokhde ³, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Marathwada Krishi Vidhyapeeth, Parbhani Maharashtra, IN
2 Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, IN
3 SDM Medical College, Dharwad, Karnataka, IN

Abstract

Barnyard millet (Echinochloa frumentacea Link) is one of the important minor millet and good source of macronutrient, micronutrient and nutraceutical components. As the concept of low glycaemic index foods is gaining interest for the effective management of diabetes mellitus, efforts have been accelerated in this direction to bring into light various foods of low glycaemic index. With increasing urbanization, the demand for processed food is increasing. Among them, bakery products particularly cookies command wide popularity in urban and rural mass. Hence an attempt was made to develop barnyard millet based value added low glycaemic index cookies. Trials were conducted by incorporating sago flour, pulse flour and dehydrated carrot gratings at different levels to barnyard millet flour to develop plain, pulse and vegetable cookies respectively and were evaluated organoleptically. The best accepted variations of plain, pulse and vegetable cookies were evaluated for nutrient composition and glycaemic index. The findings indicated significant increase in nutrient composition in pulse and vegetable cookies. The glycaemic index of vegetable cookies (21.65) and pulse cookies (24.42) were significantly less than plain cookies (42.04). Thus, the developed cookies with low glycaemic index can be recommended for inclusion in diabetic diet.

Keywords

Barnyard Millet, Nutraceutical, Glycaemic Index, Diabetes Mellitus.

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A. B. Arya ¹, Dhytmal Pradnya ¹, V. S. Zanvar ¹, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani-431 402, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

Flaxseed known as Golden flax, Annula flax, Liniemen, Kahtan, Lin, Linazo, Lino, iinseed and in Hindi Alsi is on oilseed. It is known for good nutritional characteristics. It is most noted for high levels of alpha-linolenic acid, phytoestrogenic compound known as lignan and soluble and insoluble fiber. Flaxseed is rich source of the lignin secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG). Flaxseed has anti hypercholesterolaemic effects. Ecosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and decosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are synthesized by omega-3 fatty acids present in flaxseed. Both substances are helpful for controlling cardiovascular disease. Flaxseed has beneficial effect on platelet aggregation and immune function. Flaxseed protein can be used as physiological functional foods for proteins with malnutrition during chronic liver diseases. Alpha-linoienic acid during pregnancy and early growth is vital for proper nerve and visual development of the foetus and infant. Hence, flaxseed can play a vital role in the development of the brain and retinal tissues of infants.

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B. J. Ansari ¹, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Food and Nutrition, College of Home Science Marathwada AgriculturalUniversity, Parbhani - 431 402, IN

Abstract

Vegetables occupy an important place in the daily diet. They are the most inexpensive among the protective foods. They are good sources of carotene, calcium, ascorbic acid, iron and fiber.

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Varsha Zanvar ¹, Rohini Devi ¹, Asha Arya ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani-431402, Maharashtra, IN

Abstract

The most crucial segment of the population from the point of view of quality of future generation is today's young girls who are just on the threshold of marriage and motherhood, Iron deficiency anaemia is a problem of serious public health significance, given its impact on psychological and physical development, behaviour and work performance. Iron deficiency occurs when an insufficient amount of iron is absorbed to meet the body's requirements. This insufficiency may be due to inadequate iron intake, reduced bioavailability of dietary iron, increased needs for iron when prolonged.

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Varsha Zanvar ¹, Rohini Devi ¹, Asha Arya ¹, J. P. Nerlekar ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani-4310401, IN

Abstract

The most crucial segment of the population from the point of view of quality of future generation is today's young girls who are just on the threshold of marriage and motherhood. Adolescent girls constitute nearly one tenth of the population and form an extremely important segment of the society.

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Varsha Zanvar ¹, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 Department of Foods and Nutrition, College of Home Science, MAU, Parbhani 431 402, IN

Abstract

The most crucial segment of our population from the point of view of quality of the future generation is today's young girls who are just on the threshold of marriage and motherhood. They are the determinants of the health and nutrition of children of the next generation. Many physical and physiological changes occur during adolescent period in a normal child as part of the process of growth and development, that is assessed by the help of different anthropometric measurements. Among the various components, height and weight either singly or in combination play a vital role in assessment of physique.

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Asha Arya ¹, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 College of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani-431 402, IN

Abstract

Several factors influence, the nutritional status of pre-school children. Surveys conducted In different parts of India revealed that the nutritional status of children is directly related to socio-economic conditions and adequate nutrition.

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Shilpa Khot ¹, Rohini Devi ¹, Asha Arya ¹

Affiliations
1 College of Home Science, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani, IN

Abstract

Pulses or legumes are rich and important sources of protein in vegetarian diets. They contribute B-vitamins and vitamin-C, when germinated. Further, pulses with their higher content of total fat contribute along with cereals to meet the essential fatty acid needs of an adult.

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Sahiba Begum ¹, Rohini Devi ¹

Affiliations
1 College of Home Science, Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani 431 402, IN

Abstract

Vitamin C is one of the water soluble vitamins essential for health of the human beings. It is recognised for its therapeutic property in wound healing and in reducing serum cholesterol in early atheroscierosis Vegetables, one of the rich sources of this vitamin, are consumed abundantly in Indian dietaries.

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Rohini Devi ¹, Leela Phadnis , Rama Rao

Affiliations
1 Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani, IN

Abstract

The Preschool Children are the most Vulnerable Group of the Community to the Vagaries of Malnutrition. Therefore, Adequate Intake of Nutrients and Maintenance of Good Health must be Ensured during Childhood.

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