The Papaya (carica papaya) is widely grown throughout India. The tropical climate of the country is very conducive to its quality and high yield. With the advent of bio-technology, the fruit has been developed in many different varieties. A distinguishing feature of the papaya is the unusually high pH factor of the flesh ranging from 5.5 to almost 6.0 when at the ripe stage. It is a good source of beta-carotene and papain.
Papaya juice is gaining in popularity as it is high is nutrition content. It makes a good compound when blended with other fruits for smoothies and baby foods.
The Papaya (carica papaya) is widely grown throughout India. The tropical climate of the country is very conducive to its quality and high yield. With the advent of bio-technology, the fruit has been developed in many different varieties. A distinguishing feature of the papaya is the unusually high pH factor of the flesh ranging from 5.5 to almost 6.0 when at the ripe stage. It is a good source of beta-carotene and papain.
Papaya juice is gaining in popularity as it is high is nutrition content. It makes a good compound when blended with other fruits for smoothies and baby foods.
Physical, Chemical and organoleptic Characteristics
Acidity (% as C/A) Min 0.4
PH < 4.00
Colour : Reddish Yellow
Flavour : Characteristic
Taste : Characteristic
Microbial Characteristics
T.P.C. CFU/g < 50
Yeast CFU/g < 50
Mould CFU/g < 10
Papaya Pulp
T.S.S (Brix) Min- 9-11
Acidity (%C/A) Min- 0.4
Composition per 100 gm
Edible Portion (%)- 65.00
Moisture (gm)- 86.00
Protein (gm)- 00.60
Fat(gm)- 00.10
Minerals (gm)- 00.50
Fibre (gm)- 00.80
Carbohydrates (gm)- 7.20
Energy (K.cal)- 67.00
Calcim (mg)- 17.00
Phosphorus (mg)- 13.00
Iron(mg)- 00.50
Vitamin c (mg)- 57.00
Vitamin B (mg)- 00.49
The pineapple plant is a perennial fruit with a short stem. It requires a fairly warm and humid tropical climate to grow. Pineapple has a characteristic flavor and color. It is highly rich in Vitamin C and other minerals.
The pulp is used in juices, yogurts, desserts, smoothies, ice creams etc. It is used as a refreshing drink and in fruit meals for children. Pineapple is either the base or component of many beverage blends of flavors in processed foods.
Physical, Chemical and organoleptic Characteristics
Acidity (% as C/A) : Min 0.3
PH < 4.00
Colour : Light Yellow
Flavour : Characteristic
Taste : Characteristic
Microbial Characteristics
T.P.C. CFU/g < 50
Yeast CFU/g < 50
Mould CFU/g < 10
T.S.S (Brix) Min- 10
Acidity (%C/A) Min- 0.3
Composition per 100 gm
Edible Portion (%)- 45.00
Moisture (gm)- 87.00
Protein (gm)- 00.40
Fat(gm)- 00.10
Minerals (gm)- 00.50
Fibre (gm)- 00.40
Carbohydrates (gm)- 10.80
Energy (K.cal)- 46.00
Calcim (mg)- 20.00
Phosphorus (mg)- 09.00
Iron(mg)- 02.20
Vitamin c (mg)- 39.00
Vitamin B (mg)- 00.13
Jackfruit flour has many health benefits like Diabetes, reducing cholesterol, Maintaining blood sugar and blood pressure, immunity boost, good for Colon Cancer. Along with blood sugar, the blood pressure can also maintain when you consume the jackfruit flour, and it has an iron-absorbing capacity for your body. In this flour, the Vitamin C is there, and it can boost the immunity in your body and help manage the weight.
