Formulation and Evaluation of Iron-Rich Chocolate Spread from Sugarcane Syrup and Sunflower Seeds

What is it about?

It is about new formulations of chocolate spread high with iron as a healthier and low-price product to overcome anemia problems. The formulations consist of sugarcane syrup as a rich source of iron. Additionally, to decrease the cost, sunflower seed paste substituted the hazelnut.

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Why is it important?

Formulations suggested in this article showed a reduction in fat and sugar levels by 2−1.3 and 1–1.5 times, respectively. Increasing the percentage of sugarcane syrup raised the iron content of that formulation 3- to 6-fold. The samples could be recommended as novel products that can provide iron for children and pregnant women.