Formulation, Standardization and Sensory Evaluation of Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) Soup Cube

Punarnava soup cube is a novel product formulated with the medicinal herb Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) known for its therapeutic properties like nephroprotective, antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory activities. This study is aimed to standardize the formulation and evaluate the sensory attributes of Punarnava soup cube. Various treatments were developed, considering different ratios of Punarnava leaves, vegetables, spices, and flavor enhancers. The sensory evaluation was conducted to assess parameters such as appearance, flavor, taste, texture, and overall acceptability. Statistical analysis was performed to determine significant differences among treatments and to identify the most preferred treatment. The most accepted treatment was T5(100g- Punaranva leaves) which was assessed in comparison to the control soup cube. The findings provide insights into optimizing the formulation of Punarnava soup cube to meet consumer preferences while retaining its medicinal benefits. This research contributes to the development of functional food products incorporating traditional medicinal herbs for enhanced health benefits.

Anu Priya N*1 and Dhanusri S. P2 Click here to download file

Research Article | Published online : 30-Mar-2024