Polyols are hydrogenated form of carbohydrates, whose carbonyl group had been reduced to primary or secondary hydroxyl group. Fiber has many health benefits. Eating soluble fiber had been shown to reduce the risk of developing heart disease by reducing cholesterol levels. This book contains optimization of polyols (glycerol, sorbitol and mannitol) and fibres (oat, psyllium and barley) in bread and muffins to find out the best combination on the basis of quality on basis of overall acceptability of the products and evaluation of shelf life of bread and muffins prepared after incorporation of...

Jaggery, revered as "gur" in North India and "panela" in Latin America, is a time-honored sweetener derived from sugarcane juice, cherished for its rich nutritional profile and eco-friendly production. Unlike refined sugar, jaggery retains an abundance of minerals, vitamins, and proteins, earning its place in Ayurveda as a "medicinal sugar" that promotes digestion and nourishes health. Widely used in culinary and pharmaceutical applications across states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, and West Bengal, jaggery's appeal is undeniable, yet its storage presents significant challenges. These...