Impact of Date Powder, Sacha Inchi Oil, and Moringa Powder in a Novel Cognitive-Enhancing Health Bar: An Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties and Functional Benefits

Authors

  • Nurul Auni Mohd Noor International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Jalan Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Noor Yuslida Hazahari International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Jalan Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Norshazila Shahidan Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), 71800, Bandar Baru Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
  • Azura Amid International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Jalan Gombak, 53100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Noor Soffalina Sofian Seng Faculty of Science and Technology, Department of Food Sciences, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), 43600 Bangi, Selangor, Malaysia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31436/hs.v4i1.90

Keywords:

Physicochemical properties; Halalan toyyiban; Health bar; Cognitive function; Design expert; Recommended nutrient intakes (RNI); Adolescents

Abstract

Recent trends show a growing preference for healthy snacks in diets, particularly among health-conscious consumers, with snack bars gaining popularity among youth. This study aimed to develop and analyse a nutritious health bar to enhance cognitive performance. The health bar's formulation was created using design expert software. Comprehensive testing included proximate analysis, fatty acid profiling, and vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant evaluations, complemented by texture and colour assessments. Findings reveal these bars to be nutritionally rich, featuring excellent physical characteristics. They are notably abundant in essential fats (omega-3 and omega-6), vitamins, and minerals. The bars' high essential fat content, varied vitamin and mineral composition, and strong antioxidant properties align with the Recommended Nutrient Intakes (RNI) for Malaysian children and adolescents. This composition suggests that these health bars could effectively boost cognitive performance in this group.

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Published

2024-01-31

How to Cite

Mohd Noor, N. A., Hazahari, N. Y. ., Shahidan, N., Amid, A., & Sofian Seng, N. S. (2024). Impact of Date Powder, Sacha Inchi Oil, and Moringa Powder in a Novel Cognitive-Enhancing Health Bar: An Evaluation of Physicochemical Properties and Functional Benefits. Halalsphere, 4(1), 34–40. https://doi.org/10.31436/hs.v4i1.90

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Halal alternative materials and ingredients

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