Table 1 Nutritional breakdown of manggulu’s ingredients
Raw materials | Nutritional components | Details | References |
|---|---|---|---|
Banana | Calories | Dried bananas are energy-dense due to the concentration of natural sugars during the drying process. The reduction in moisture content leads to a higher caloric value in dried bananas compared to their fresh counterparts, as the nutrients and energy become more concentrated | |
Carbohydrates | Dried bananas are rich in carbohydrates, primarily derived from easily digestible natural sugars such as glucose, fructose, and sucrose, making them an excellent rapid energy source | ||
Dietary fiber | Dried bananas are a notable source of dietary fiber, The majority of the dietary fiber in dried bananas is insoluble, which plays a crucial role in promoting healthy digestive function | ||
Vitamins | Dried bananas contain several essential vitamins, including vitamin B6, vitamin A, and vitamin C. However, the levels of certain vitamins, particularly those sensitive to heat and oxidation, such as vitamin A and vitamin C, may be reduced during the drying process | ||
Minerals | Dried bananas are a rich source of essential minerals, particularly potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Additionally, trace amounts of other minerals, such as iron and calcium, are also present in dried bananas | ||
Peanuts | Calories | Peanuts are highly energy-dense, making them an excellent source of sustained energy. Their caloric content, primarily derived from healthy fats and proteins, makes them particularly beneficial in high-calorie diets, supporting energy needs over extended periods | [18] |
Protein | Peanuts are an excellent source of plant-based protein and essential amino acids | ||
Fats | Peanuts are a rich source of healthy fats, primarily composed of monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats. These fats play a key role in supporting cardiovascular health by reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels and promoting higher levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol | ||
Minerals | Peanuts are rich in magnesium | ||
Fiber | Like bananas, peanuts contribute to the fiber content of manggulu | ||
Palm sugar | Natural sweetener | Palm sugar is a natural sweetener and has a lower glycemic index compared to refined sugar | [36] |
Calories | Palm sugar contributes to the calorie content, primarily from carbohydrates | ||
Vitamins | Palm sugar contains small amounts of vitamin C |