Star Fruit Juice Research Articles

The Effect of Starfruit Juice to Reduce The Blood Pressure In Elderly Patients

Hypertension is classified as a disease that is often called the Silent Killer. Hypertension can attack various ages, including the elderly. Hypertension in the long term will cause various complications. In the Treatment of hypertension, many natural plants can be consumed, one of which is star fruit. Sweet starfruit juice is very useful for lowering blood pressure because of its fibre, potassium, phosphorus and vitamin C content. This study was to determine the effect of starfruit juice on lowering blood pressure in elderly people with hypertension at the integrated service centre in the working area of Rejosari Dawe Kudus Public Health Center. This study used a Quasy experiment method with a pre-test-post-test research design with a control group. A sample of 20 people, divided into two groups, namely 10 people in the experimental group and 10 people in the control group. The results of the independent t-test, the results of the posttest systolic blood pressure p-value = 0.004, while the diastolic blood pressure posttest p-value = 0.014, so it can be seen that the p-value <0.05, then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. In this study, it can be concluded that there is an effect of giving star fruit juice on reducing blood pressure in elderly people with hypertension at the integrated service centre in the working area of the Rejosari Dawe Kudus Community Health Center.

Wuluh Star Fruit (Averrhoa bilimbi Linn) and Pineapple (Ananas comosus L.) Formulations on the Quality of Fruit Syrup

Syrup is an alternative processed food derived from fruits. Fruit syrup is produced from starfruit and pineapple juice formulations. This study aims to get the best quality of fruit syrup from starfruit juice extracts and pineapple. The study design used a Randomized Block Design with one treatment factor consisting of the ratio of starfruit and pineapple juice that is 3: 1; 2: 1; 1: 1; 1: 2; 1: 3 of a total of 300 mL of juice. The results showed that the more pineapple ratio added to the manufacture of fruit syrup, it can increase the pH value, vitamin C, total dissolved solids, viscosity, total sugar and sensory appearance

The Effect of Bilimbi Juice Levels and Soaking Time on The Growth of Aspergillus flavus, L. in Corn Kernels

<p>produces aflatoxin compounds that are hepatocarcinogenic. The study intends to analyze the effect of concentration and soaking time of corn kernels in bilimbi (<em>Averrhoa bilimbi</em>) juice on the growth of <em>Aspergillus flavus</em>. The experimental research, corn kernels soaked in star fruit juice concentrations of 5, 10, and 15% v/v, for 10, 20, and 30 minutes. Corn kernels are taken and planted in AFPA media. Microscopic observations every hour to observe the growth of <em>Aspergillus flavus</em> from planting to growth. Data were analyzed using two-way ANOVA, followed by LSD test with 95% CI. Research shows there is a decrease in pH caused by increased levels of star fruit juice. Concentrations of bilimbi fruit and soaking time can inhibit the growth of Aspergillus flavus in corn kernels. The optimal inhibitory potential was found at 15% v/v with a soaking time of 30 minutes<strong><em>.</em></strong><strong><em></em></strong></p>

PENGARUH LAMA PERENDAMAN DALAM AIR PERASAN BUAH BELIMBING WULUH (Averrhoa bilimbi Linn) DAN LAMA PENYIMPANAN TERHADAP KARAKTERISTIK IKAN TONGKOL (Euthynnus affinis) PADA SUHU RUANG

This study aims to find out the effect of immersion time in wuluh starfruit juice (Averrhoa bilimbi) and storage time of characteristics mackarel tuna fish (Euthynnus affinis), as well as to determine the right time of immersion in wuluh starfruit juice and storage time to produce mackarel tuna fish with still acceptable characteristics. The experimental design used in this study was a Completely Randomized Design with 5 level immersion treatments, namely: 0 minutes, 2 minutes, 4 minutes, 6 minutes, and 8 minutes, with the observation time in the 3 and 6 hour. The treatment was repeated 2 times to obtain 20 experimental units. The data obtained were analyzed by variance and if the treatment had an effect on the observed variables then it was continued with the Duncan test. The results of the study with duration of immersion time that produced with still acceptable mackarel tuna fish products was 4 minutes at the time of observation of the 6 hour the water content is 71,5%, the acidity was 5.35, the microbial total was 4,28 log cfu/g or 1.9x104 cfu/g, and the total volatile base was 21,57 mg N / 100g which was low and the score of color, smell, texture and scales, the eyes, gills, and body surface mucus can be accepted by the panelists as well as overall acceptance that was preferred.
 Keywords : mackarel tuna fish, wuluh starfruit, immersion time, storage time, total volatil base

Effectiveness of the combination of attractants and colors in trapping fruit flies [Bactrocera spp] on chili plant [Capsicum annuum L.

The research was carried out to examine the effect of attractants and the color of traps in trapping fruit flies [Bactrocera spp.]. The research was done by using Randomized Block Design [RBD] with 2 factors and 3 replications. The first factor was the type of attractants consisted of 3 levels; A0 [methyl eugenol + water], A1 [methyl eugenol + guava juice], and A2 [methyl eugenol + starfruit juice]. The second factor was the colors of trap consisted of 4 levels; B0 [without color [transparent]], B1 [red], B2 [yellow], and B3 [green]. The result shows that: trap A1B3 [methyl eugenol and guava juice as an attractant, green trap] was a type of trap that has the broadest spectrum to attract and trap various species of fruit flies. There was no significant effect of adding color to traps in attracting and trapping male fruit flies. Male fruit flies generally were more attracted and more trapped in traps with methyl eugenol as attractants than the traps added with fruit juice. Female fruit flies were attracted and trapped only in a trap with attractants containing fruit juice as an attractant.

Effect of Thermal Treatment on Physicochemical Stability and Antioxidant Properties of Locally Available Underutilized Star Fruit Juice

Industrial processing of the fruit juice is responsible for the changes in some quality attributes. Thermal treatment is a most applicable operation for any processing and it affects the physicochemical and antioxidant properties of the juice. This study was conducted to observe the changes in some physical properties and the bioactive compounds of star fruit (Averrhoa carambola L.) juice during thermal treatment at 70°C, 80°C and 90°C for 10, 20, 30 and 40 min by a temperature-controlled water bath. During thermal treatment of the juice pH and browning index increased significantly (P≤ 0.05) with time and increasing temperature whereas the Cloud index of the juice decreased. No significant variation (P≥ 0.05) noticed in the case of total soluble solids. Color differences gradually increased in case of color parameter (0 to 7.83 ± 0.20) and negatively increased in case of (0 to -7.33± 1.00). Irregular results observed for and maximum difference (3.01±0.08) noticed at 90°C for 40 min. The highest overall color change (∆E= 11.04±0.76) observed when the juice treated at 90°C for 40 min. In consideration of the bioactive compounds, maximum ascorbic acid estimated (24.17±0.70mg/100ml) in fresh juice and with rising temperature and time it decreased. β-carotene also decreased significantly during heat treatment. The Total Polyphenol Content (TPC) found in fresh juice as (540.08±16.64 mg GAE/100 ml) and it was not changed in a regular manner with temperature change. Flavonoid content increased significantly (P≤0.05) when the juice was heat-treated at 70°C and 80°C while no significant change observed at 90°C. Maximum DPPH scavenging activity found in fresh juice (60.19±1.39%) and decreased to (53.83±1.43%) when 90°C temperature was applied for 40 min. This study may help to find out the nutritional value of locally available star fruit and physicochemical changes of this fruit juice during thermal processing.

C-Fos expression in epileptogenic areas of nephropathic rats undergoing star fruit poisoning.

Purpose Studies have demonstrated that star fruit consumption by nephropathic patients triggers severe neurotoxic effects that can lead to convulsions or even death. Brain areas likely susceptible to star fruit poisoning have not been investigated. The objective of the present study was to map possible epileptogenic areas susceptible to star fruit intoxication in nephropathic rats.Methods The study analyzed 25 rats (5 groups). Rats in the experimental group underwent bilateral ureteral obstruction surgery and orogastric gavages with star fruit juice. An electroencephalogram was used to confirm convulsive seizures. Urea and creatinine levels were used to confirm the uremia model. Immunohistochemical analysis was used to map cells with c-Fos protein (c-Fos+ cells) to identify brain areas with increased neuronal activity. Control groups included non-nephropathic and nephropathic rats that did not receive star fruit.Results A statistically significant increase (p<0.01) in c-Fos+ cells was noted in nephropathic animals receiving star fruit juice compared to control groups, in brain areas commonly related to epileptogenic neural circuits including the hippocampus, amygdala, rhinal cortex, anterior cingulate area, piriform area, and medial dorsal thalamus.Conclusion These data corroborate the neurotoxic capacity of star fruit in nephropathic patients.

Efek jus belimbing pada kadar Total Kolesterol Rattus norvegicus yang diberi diet tinggi lemak

&lt;p&gt;Background: Hypercholesterolemia is a condition in which increased cholesterol concentration in the blood exceeds normal values. Consuming fats and foods rich in cholesterol can increase total cholesterol levels in the blood and cause cholesterol buildup in the arteries. Starfruit (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) has saponin and flavonoid compounds which are expected to play a role in reducing total cholesterol levels. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of star fruit juice (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) to total cholesterol blood levels of male Wistar strain (Rattus norvegicus) with a high-fat diet. Method: Experimental study with post-test only control group design. Twenty-four male white rats (Rattus norvegicus) of the Wistar strain are divided into 3 groups: the experimental group which is given standard diet for 28 days; group of experimental animals who were given a high-fat diet for 28 days; the experimental group treated with a high-fat diet for 28 days and on the 15&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; until 28&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt; days were given starfruit juice (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) with a dose of 4ml/200grwieght/day. On the 29th day, it is measuredtotal cholesterol levels for all groups of experimental animals. Results: The One-Way ANOVA test shows a significant increase in the average of total cholesterol levels (p = 0,009) in group of experimental animals that are given a high-fat diet (x = 60,625± 3,462mg/dL) compared to groups of experimental animals given standard diet (x = 50± 8,468mg/dL). There is a increase in the average in cholesterol level of the experimental group given a high-fat diet and the starfruit juice (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) (x = 65,5 ± 8,960) compared to the mean total cholesterol level of group of animals given a high-fat diet (x = 60,625± 3,462). However, there is no significant increase (p = 0,201). Conclusion: Administration of starfruit juice (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) was not significantly difference in statistics on average of cholesterol level to male wistar rat (Rattus norvegicus) induced by high fat diet&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Keywords: high fat diet, starfruit juice, total cholesterol level&lt;/p&gt;

PENGARUH PEMBERIAN BELIMBING DAN MENTIMUN TERHADAP PENDERITA HIPERTENSI DI DESA LAU KERSIK KECAMATAN GUNUNG SITEMBER KABUPATEN DAIRI

Hypertension is a disease that is not uncommon in the community, including the Bukit Lau Kersik village. People with hypertension often do not show long-term symptoms and can be life-threatening. However, one of the management of hypertension that can be used as non-pharmacological therapy is consuming starfruit juice and cucumber which is quite easy to find in the Bukit Lau Kersik village. This combination of juices contains potassium which can reduce blood pressure in patients with hypertension. This study used Equivalent Time Sample Design with 14 subjects with hypertension in the Bukit Lau Kersik Village, Gunung Sitember Subdistrict, Dairi District. The technique of this research sample used Non-Probability Sampling with Saturated Sampling. The instrument used was a sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope. Bivariate data analysis in this study was the Wilcoxon statistical test. Based on the data analysis performed, the value of p = 0.011 (p= &lt; 0.05) was obtained, meaning that there was a significant relationship between giving star fruit juice and cucumber to hypertensive patients. Then it can be concluded that there is an influence between giving star fruit and cucumber juice to blood pressure reduction in hypertensive patients in Bukit Lau Kersik Village Gunung Sitember Subdistrict, Dairi District in 2019. Suggestion: The factors that affect blood pressure in hypertensive patients and checking blood pressure before drinking star fruit juice and cucumber.

PENGARUH PEMBERIAN BELIMBING DAN MENTIMUN TERHADAP PENDERITA HIPERTENSI DI DESA LAU KERSIK KECAMATAN GUNUNG SITEMBER KABUPATEN DAIRI

Hypertension is a disease that is not uncommon in the community, including the Bukit Lau Kersik village. People with hypertension often do not show long-term symptoms and can be life-threatening. However, one of the management of hypertension that can be used as non-pharmacological therapy is consuming starfruit juice and cucumber which is quite easy to find in the Bukit Lau Kersik village. This combination of juices contains potassium which can reduce blood pressure in patients with hypertension. This study used Equivalent Time Sample Design with 14 subjects with hypertension in the Bukit Lau Kersik Village, Gunung Sitember Subdistrict, Dairi District. The technique of this research sample used Non-Probability Sampling with Saturated Sampling. The instrument used was a sphygmomanometer and a stethoscope. Bivariate data analysis in this study was the Wilcoxon statistical test. Based on the data analysis performed, the value of p is 0.011 &lt; 0.05 was obtained, meaning that there was a significant relationship between giving star fruit juice and cucumber to hypertensive patients. Then it can be concluded that there is an influence between giving star fruit and cucumber juice to blood pressure reduction in hypertensive patients in Bukit Lau Kersik Village Gunung Sitember Subdistrict, Dairi District in 2019. Suggestion: The factors that affect blood pressure in hypertensive patients and checking blood pressure before drinking star fruit juice and cucumber.

The Effect of Wuluh Star Fruit Juice (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) on LDL Cholesterol Levels of Blood of White Mouse (Rattus norvegicus) Male Wistar Strain with High Fat Diet

A high-fat diet can increase lipoprotein levels, total cholesterol, (Low Density Lipoprotein) LDL, and triglycerides. Starfruit has saponin and flavonoid compounds which are expected to reducing LDL cholesterol levels. The aim of the study was to determine the effect of starfruit juice on lowering the blood cholesterol LDL of Wistar rats fed with high-fat diet. Experimental study with post-test only control group design. As many as 24 male white rats from the Wistar strain were divided into 3 groups: negative control groups (K-) that were given standard feed for 28 days; positive control group (K+) who were given a high-fat diet for 28 days; the treatment group (KP) was given a high-fat diet for 28 days and on the 15th day 28th they were given a starfruit juice with a dose of 4ml / 200grBB / day. Day 29 measured LDL cholesterol. The statistic test showed a significant increase in LDL cholesterol levels (p=0.001) in the positive control group (x=12.125±2.642 mg/dL) compared to the negative control group (x=7.625±1.506 mg/dL). There was no significant different the mean cholesterol level of the treatment group (x=11±1.927) compared to the mean LDL cholesterol level of the positive control group (x=12.125±2.642). A high-fat diet significantly increases the mean LDL cholesterol level. Starfruit juice did not significantly reduce LDL cholesterol level.

Evaluation of the possible hepatotoxic and nephrotoxic potentials of the Averrhoa carambola juice extract in female albino rats.

Background Averrhoa carambola fruit is consumed by many people because of its sweetness and medicinal values. However, there is a dearth of researched information on its complete toxicity profile. This study investigated the possible toxicity potentials of star fruit juice in female albino rats. Methods Thirty-five rats assigned into seven groups of five rats each and administered with varying doses (0, 250, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000 and 5000 mg/kg) of the juice were used for acute toxicity studies. Another 20 rats assigned to four groups (A-D) of five rats each were administered the juice at 0, 600, 400 and 200 mg/kg body weight orally for 28 days. On the 29th day, whole blood, sera and vital organs were collected for hematological, serum biochemical and histopathological analyses, respectively. Results Acute study results indicate that the juice was safe even at 5000 mg/kg after 48 h. In the subacute studies, there were no significant (p < 0.05) differences in all hematological parameters, total protein, albumin and globulin values of the treated groups compared with those of the control group. The aspartate aminotransferase, alanine aminotransferase and alkaline phosphatase activities, as well as urea, creatinine and malondialdehyde values of the rats treated with the juice were significantly (p < 0.05) higher than those of the control rats in a dose-dependent manner. The liver and kidney histomorphologies of the rats treated with the juice showed lesions of degeneration and necrosis when compared with those of the control. Conclusion The juice of A. carambola is both nephrotoxic and hepatotoxic but had no deleterious effects on the hematology.

Acute kidney injury associated with ingestion of star fruit: Acute oxalate nephropathy: a report of two cases

There are few case reports regarding star fruit's nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity in chronic kidney disease patients. Star fruit (Averrhoa carambola) is commonly consumed as a herbal remedy for various ailments in tropical countries. However, the dangers associated with consumption of star fruit are not commonly known. Although star fruit induced oxalate nephrotoxicity in those with existing renal impairment is well documented, reports on its effect on those with normal renal function are infrequent. We report two unique clinical presentation patterns of star fruit nephrotoxicity following consumption of the fruit. The first patient is a 52 year-old male diabetic patient who had normal renal function prior to developing acute kidney injury (AKI) after consuming large amount of star fruit juice at once for remedy of diabetes. The second patient, a 27 years old young male who developed acute kidney injury following star fruit ingestion in empty stomach. One case needed 4 sessions of hemodialysis another case recovered over 2 weeks without the need for haemodialysis. Consumption of star fruit, especially on an empty stomach or in a state of dehydration may precipitate acute kidney injury. A history of star fruit ingestion must be actively looked for in patients presenting with unexplained acute kidney injury. The use of star fruit as a therapy for diabetes should be discouraged.&#x0D; CBMJ 2019 July: Vol. 08 No. 02 P: 47-51

PENGARUH PEMBERIAN JUS CAMPURAN BELIMBING (Averhoa carambola linn) DAN MENTIMUN (Cucumis sativus linn) TERHADAP TEKANAN DARAH PASIEN HIPERTENSI RAWAT JALAN DI RUMAH SAKIT UMUM DAERAH KOTA MATARAM

Background. Hypertension can be a risk factor for stroke, coronary heart disease, heart failure and kidney failure and is known as the thesilent killer. The prevalence of hypertension in West Nusa Tenggara Province is 24.3% (Riskesdas, 2013). Medical Record Data of Mataram City Public Hospital, hypertension became the first of the top 10 outpatient diseases in 2015. The only treatment for non-pharmacological hypertension was by increasing fruit and vegetable consumption due to high potassium content. Research Methods. The type of this research is experimentation with Randomized Control Trial (RCT) design with Pretest-Posttest with Control Group design. The number of subjects is 20 people obtained from the formula Lemeshow (1997). Both groups continued to take antihypertensive drugs, but the treatment group was given 250 ml of starfruit juice and cucumber juice for 7 days. The statistical analysis used was the paired t-test and independent t-test. Research Result. The average blood pressure before the study in the treatment group was 150/91 mmHg, in the control group it was 142/83 mmHg. The average blood pressure after the study for the treatment group was 132/81 mmHg, while the control group was 144/81 mmHg. There was a decrease in blood pressure in the treatment group after the intervention was 18 mmHg for systolic (p = 0.000) and 10 mmHg for diastolic (p = 0.004), but there was no decrease in blood pressure both systolic and diastolic in the control group. Conclusion. Giving a mixture of star fruit and cucumber juice affects the decrease in systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

The Improvement of Product Quality Star Fruit Juice "MENSO" for Farming Group at Soko, Menang Village, Kediri [Peningkatan Kualitas Produk Sari “Menso” Bagi Kelompok Usaha Tani Belimbing Menang Soko Kediri

Dusun Soko, Menang Village is one of the agribusiness villages in Pagu District, Kediri Regency. Main commodities of Menang Village are star fruit with sales volume reaching 105 tons of star fruit every year which are sold to traditional markets and Gudang Garam market. But the perishable nature of the fruit causes farmers to sell cheaply if the harvest season is over. Therefore, the community took the initiative to process starfruit into star fruit juice to extend shelf life and increase the economic value of the fruit. One of the products of this village PKK farming business is the "menso" star fruit juice. Consumers of this product are actually quite a lot, especially before Lebaran. However, due to technology limitations in processing production, from extortion, filtration, and heating, which are still traditional, until the packaging is still manual, the processed star fruit juice produced is still limited. Marketing is also still in the surrounding environment and is only done when there are orders with limited capacity. This is a problem for this farmer group to process abundant starfruit products during the harvest season to become products that have high economics and are durable. In this Community Partnership Program, the author intends to apply extortion, filtration, heating, and packaging technology to marketing star fruit juice to overcome the problems that occur in the starring group of the Village of Win. The method of activity uses a community approach that involves the community directly in each stage, both in training, mentoring and organization.

PENGARUH PEMBERIAN JUS BELIMBING (Averrhoa Carambola) DAN BUAH NAGA (Hylocereus Undatus) TERHADAP TEKANAN DARAH PADA PASIEN HIPERTENSI DI RUANG INTERNE RSUD PADANG PANJANG TAHUN 2017

Hypertension is a condition in which a person experiences an increase in blood pressure above normal resulting in increased morbidity and mortality / mortality. Star fruit and dragon fruit can also be used to overcome hypertension. Fruit starfruit and dragon fruit has a lot of antioxidant substances such as vitamin C, Flavonoid and niacin and magnesium that can flex or relax the arterial blood vessels. In addition, star fruit and dragon fruit also have diuretic calcium contents atua peluruh urine so increase the intake of minerals that play a role in lowering high blood pressure. The purpose of this research is to know the effect of juice of star fruit (Averrhoa Carambola) and dragon fruit (hylocereus undatus) to blood pressure in hypertension patient in Internal Room of RSUD Padang Panjang Year 2017.The study was conducted for 6 days with 1 day feeding. The research design used Quasi-Ekperiment using One group pre-post test design on 15 respondents with hypertension. The statistical test obtained p value of systolic blood pressure = 0.000 and p value of diastolic blood pressure = 0.001 then ha accepted, meaning there is influence of star fruit juice and dragon fruit to blood pressure patient room internal hospital RSUD Padang Panjang.Based on the results of this study, researchers suggested that starfruit and dragon juice can be used as an independent intervention, especially for people with hypertension.

ANALISIS KEPUASAN KONSUMEN SARI BUAH BELIMBING MANIS (Arverrhoa carambola L) (STUDI KASUS DI UD CEMARA SARI KELURAHAN KARANGSARI KECAMATAN SUKOREJO KOTA BLITAR)

This study aims to determine the attributes of starfruit juice "Cemara Sari" which isconsidered important by consumers as well as to find out the level of customersatisfaction and map of crabs from starfruit juice "Cemara Sari". Research has beencarried out around star fruits agrotourism in Sukorejo Subdistrict, KarangsariSubdistrict, Blitar City, which began in February to March 2018. The research wasconducted by distributing questionnaires and interviews with the respondents. The dataobtained were tested using validity and reliability tests to determine the feasibility of thevariables. used in the questionnaire, in addition to knowing the level of customersatisfaction using the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and to find out the mapquadrant attribute starfruit juice "Cemara Sari" using the Importance PeformanceAnalisys (IPA). The results showed that the variables in the questionnaire feasible to usewith r table of 0.196 and the results of the validity shows the lowest value is 0.448 andreliability (alpha) of 0.763. The results of the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) countshow a value of 69.79% and the Importance Peformance Analisys (IPA) addressQuadrant 1 in the contents of the variable smell and price, Kudran 2 in the contents ofthe taste variable, shelf life, packaging ability to protect the product and practicality ofpackaging, 3 In the contents of the texture, product color and attractiveness of thevariable, quadrant 4 is filled with the packaging color variable.

ANALISIS KEPUASAN KONSUMEN SARI BUAH BELIMBING MANIS (Arverrhoa carambola L) (STUDI KASUS DI UD CEMARA SARI KELURAHAN KARANGSARI KECAMATAN SUKOREJO KOTA BLITAR)

This study aims to determine the attributes of starfruit juice "Cemara Sari" which isconsidered important by consumers as well as to find out the level of customersatisfaction and map of crabs from starfruit juice "Cemara Sari". Research has beencarried out around star fruits agrotourism in Sukorejo Subdistrict, KarangsariSubdistrict, Blitar City, which began in February to March 2018. The research wasconducted by distributing questionnaires and interviews with the respondents. The dataobtained were tested using validity and reliability tests to determine the feasibility of thevariables. used in the questionnaire, in addition to knowing the level of customersatisfaction using the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and to find out the mapquadrant attribute starfruit juice "Cemara Sari" using the Importance PeformanceAnalisys (IPA). The results showed that the variables in the questionnaire feasible to usewith r table of 0.196 and the results of the validity shows the lowest value is 0.448 andreliability (alpha) of 0.763. The results of the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) countshow a value of 69.79% and the Importance Peformance Analisys (IPA) addressQuadrant 1 in the contents of the variable smell and price, Kudran 2 in the contents ofthe taste variable, shelf life, packaging ability to protect the product and practicality ofpackaging, 3 In the contents of the texture, product color and attractiveness of thevariable, quadrant 4 is filled with the packaging color variable.

Effect of thermosonication on the quality attributes of star fruit juice

AbstractThe effect of pasteurization and thermosonication on the quality of star fruit (Averrhoa carambola) juice was reported in the present study. Freshly extracted star fruit juice was pasteurized and thermosonicated to compare the effect on physiochemical properties, antioxidant activity, total phenolic content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC), ascorbic acid levels, microbial populations, and sensorial properties. The results were compared with the raw star fruit juice. The treatments did not show any significant (p &lt; .05) variations in pH, total soluble solids, and titratable acidity. A significant (p &lt; .05) increase in antioxidant activity, TPC, TFC, ascorbic acid content, cloud index, and browning index of thermosonicated juices was observed. Pasteurization and thermosonication treatments also displayed significant effect in the reduction of microbial populations. Thus, findings in this study revealed that thermosonication may be a viable option for fruit juice industry, especially, for star fruit processing.Practical applicationsUltrasound processing is an emerging nonthermal technique which can be utilized in the processing of liquid food products. In general, fruit juices are processed through thermal treatments to keep the safe microbial levels. However, thermal processing adversely affects the quality of food products. The present study demonstrated the application of thermosonication that effectively maintained the quality of star fruit juices. Furthermore, it can be added that, thermosonication may be employed as a suitable technique to improve the quality parameters of star fruit juice.

Potential of three probiotic lactobacilli in transforming star fruit juice into functional beverages.

The star fruit is popularly cultivated and consumed in Southeast Asia due to its high antioxidant capacity and various nutrients. In this study, three commercial probiotic strains (Lactobacillus helveticus L10, Lactobacillus paracasei L26, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus HN001) were evaluated in star fruit juice fermentation and all strains grew well with the final cell counts of around 108 CFU/ml. The star fruit juice fermented by L. rhamnosus produced the highest amount of lactic acid, resulting in a significant lower pH (4.41) than that of L. helveticus (4.76) and L. paracasei (4.71). Most of aldehydes and esters endogenous in star fruit juice decreased to low or undetectable levels, while ketones, alcohols, and fatty acids were produced at varying levels that could impart different aroma notes to the beverages. Therefore, the selection of appropriate probiotics can be an alternative way to develop new functional beverages from star fruit juice with specific aroma notes.