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Priyanka Sharma¹, Anjali Sharma¹, Prasad Rasane^1,2

¹Lovely Professional University, Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, Jalandhar-Delhi, G.T. Road, Phagwara, 144411, Punjab, India.

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This study developed a functional juice blend using microgreens, kinnow, and aloe vera. The optimized blend is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, potentially aiding in reducing diabetic complications.

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Area of Science:

Food Science and Technology
Nutritional Biochemistry
Phytochemistry

Background:

Functional beverages are gaining popularity for their health benefits.
Microgreens, kinnow, and aloe vera are rich sources of bioactive compounds.
Oxidative stress is a key factor in diabetic complications.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and optimize a microgreen-based functional juice blend.
To evaluate the nutritional and antioxidant properties of the juice blend.
To explore the potential health benefits, particularly for diabetic complications.

Main Methods:

Juice blends were formulated with varying ratios of fenugreek microgreens, kinnow, and aloe vera, sweetened with sorbitol and stevia.
Physicochemical properties (total soluble solids, sedimentation, viscosity, titrable acidity) were analyzed.
Phytochemical content (total phenolic content, total carotenoid content) and antioxidant activities (DPPH, reducing power, metal chelating) were assessed.

Main Results:

The optimized formulation contained specific ratios of microgreen juice, kinnow juice, sorbitol, stevia, and aloe vera juice.
The optimized blend exhibited high protein, mineral (sodium, potassium), and vitamin (vitamin C) content.
Significant levels of beta-carotene, phenols, and potent antioxidant activities were confirmed.

Conclusions:

The developed functional juice blend is rich in essential nutrients and antioxidants.
Its antioxidant properties may help mitigate oxidative stress and reduce diabetic complications.
This microgreen-based beverage offers a promising functional food option.