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Title:

Process for Preparation of READY TO DRINK Pearl Millet Beverage having Low Glycemic Index with Spice Extractives/constituents

Value Proposition:

This process enables development of a Ready-to-Drink pearl millet beverage with a low glycemic index, supporting better blood glucose management. Enriched with spice extractives, it offers added functional and sensory benefits. It provides a nutritious, convenient, and market-ready solution for health-focused consumers, enhancing product innovation and value in functional beverage segments.

Summary Application:

Suitable for commercial production of functional Ready-to-Drink beverages targeting diabetic, pre-diabetic, and health-conscious consumers. It can be used in nutraceutical, wellness, and retail beverage sectors. Applicable in hospitals, fitness centers, and public nutrition programs, offering a convenient, low glycemic, millet-based drink with added health and sensory benefits.

Advantages:

Provides a low glycemic beverage suitable for blood sugar control. Utilizes nutrient-rich pearl millet, enhancing dietary value. Spice constituents contribute functional and sensory benefits. Ready-to-drink format ensures convenience and consumer acceptance. Supports product diversification, meets demand for healthy alternatives, and offers strong potential in functional, diabetic-friendly, and wellness beverage markets.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute[CSIR-CFTRI]
:  director[at]cftri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-821-2517760
:https://cftri.res.in
Industrial Applications: Beverages [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Food Processes [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]