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Title:

Millet based Nutri Bar

Value Proposition:

The millet-based Nutri Bar developed by CSIR–NIIST features a unique formulation compared to typical commercial bars that contain 5–8% protein, added preservatives, synthetic additives, and refined sugars.

Summary Application:

CSIR-NIIST has developed an innovative millet-based Nutri Bar that delivers 228.66 kcal of energy per serving and contains a significant protein content. The formulation is free from synthetic additives, preservatives, and refined sugars.

Advantages:

The product is specially designed to meet the growing demand for healthy, culturally rooted, and functional snacks. The Nutri Bar appeals to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious and sustainable alternatives. This clean-label product is sweetened with natural sweeteners and features nutrient-rich traditional ingredients such as millets, nuts, and seeds, resulting in a bar that is rich in dietary fiber and micronutrients.

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CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology[CSIR-NIIST]
:  director[at]niist[dot]res[dot]in
:91-471- 2515226
:https://www.niist.res.in
Industrial Applications: Animal/Vegetable Products [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Beverages [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Fermentation [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Food Flavouring [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Food Processes [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Nutrition [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Sterilization [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Storage [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Tobacco [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]
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