March 2016

Enhancement of flavor and analyte balance of freeze-dried coconut water

There is a high incidence of gastro-intestinal and viral diseases after natural disasters, particularly in rural areas in third world countries. Oral rehydration salts (ORS) are used, but there is need for a better tasting substitute which has improved quality, accessibility and storage. Fresh coconut is the preferred choice, but is limited by availability, and rapid nutritional deterioration. Reconstituted powdered...

Author(s): Puran Bridgemohan and Ronell S. H. Bridgemohan