Formulation and Evaluation of Antihypertensive and Antidiabetic Herbal Medicated Chocolate
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Chocolate is one of the world’s most cherished indulgences, enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. The present study explores the development of a novael herbal chocolate enriched with Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and Flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum), focusing on its potential health benefits and functional properties. The primary ingredients selected for this study were Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), flaxseeds (Linum usitatissimum), Nuts (Prunus dulcis and Anacardium occidentale), and Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum). Objective The prime objective of present study was to formulate the chocolate containing drug i.e. herbal chocolate for hypertension and diabetes patients without compromising taste of chocolate. Method The formulation process involved optimizing the concentrations of Ashwagandha and flaxseeds to maintain the sensory qualities of chocolate while maximizing health benefits. Further prepared medicated chocolate is evaluated for general appearance, dimension, hardness, blooming test. The formulation and evaluation of an anti- hypertensive and anti diabetic herbal chocolate were undertaken using a combination of natural ingredients with well-documented therapeutic benefits. Result In terms of physical examination, dimensions, texture, and hardness, every herbal formulation produced satisfactory results. Formulated chocolate passes the bloomimg test. It also passes test for carbohydrates, test for proteins, ph. Conclusion Drug compliance, bioavailability and patient compliance are the major factors increased by inexpensive medicated Chocolate.
Authors: Tanishq Hogade, Dr. Asmita Sakore
Language: English
Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6893214520
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