ACCEPTABILITY OF A CEREAL BAR SOURCE OF PROTEIN AND VITAMIN B12 BY OVO-LACTO-VEGETARIAN INDIVIDUALS
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https://doi.org/10.12957/demetra.2018.32101Keywords:
Diet. Vegetarian. Protein Deficiency. Vitamin B12. Food. Snacks.Abstract
Objectives: Considering that unbalanced vegetarian diet may trigger important nutritional deficiencies, such as of vitamin B12 and protein, the objective of this study was to formulate a cereal bar source of vitamin B12 and protein, and to verify its acceptability by ovo-lacto-vegetarian individuals of a religious institution. Methodology: The cereal bars were elaborated with fortified cereal, whey protein, cashew nuts, corn glucose and water. The proportion of the ingredients was established in order to characterize the cereal bars as food source of protein and vitamin B12. The sensory analysis was performed for the requirements of taste, aroma, color and texture, using a structured 9-point hedonic scale. Results: The formulated cereal bar has met the requirements of the legislation regarding protein and vitamin B12. The bar obtained 90% or greater acceptance in all studied variables. However, the texture factor presented less acceptance when compared to other attributes. Individuals categorized in elementary education and the female gender presented greater overall acceptance of the preparation. Discussion: When unbalanced, vegetarian diet may trigger nutritional deficiencies and, on some occasions, the intake of supplements and fortified foods is necessary. Studies have shown that texture is a limiting factor in the preparation of cereal bars, which are well accepted especially by the female audience, and can be considered as a snack option. Conclusion: The cereal bar was well accepted by the ovo-lacto-vegetarian public in all variables studied. Thus, it can be adopted as a healthy quick snack.
DOI: 10.12957/demetra.2018.32101
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