Appraisal of Niger Seed (Guizotia Abyssinica) - Product Development as an All Pervasive and Nutrition Worthy Food Resource

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10.2991/978-94-6239-606-7_5How to use a DOI?

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Niger seed; Niger seed Oil; Oilseeds; Value added products; Organoleptic evaluation; Sensory evaluation

Abstract

Micronutrient deficiencies, malnutrition and anaemia are a major problem of developing countries. Major population of the world specially for vegetarians and vegans, the availability of god quality protein is low. Oilseeds are the most important food grains, which are rich in proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. The protein available in oilseeds is a major source of energy in malnutrition. Many oilseeds are utilized as a food and raw material for preparation of value added nutritious food products. Niger seed (Guizotia Abyssinica) is one of them. Niger seed has numerous health benefits also possessing nutraceutical value. Niger seed also has role in treating major metabolic disorders like hypertension, diabetes and cancer. Studies show that in tribal and rural areas the Niger seed root, leaves, stem and oil were used in treatment of various diseases like microbial infections, burns, cough, arthritis, skin diseases and syphilis.

This article discusses the potential health effects of Niger seed. The researcher has surveyed the Araku valley region a hill station for availability of Niger seed and its oil and developed products for organoleptic evaluation. The products developed namely Niger seed incorporated sesame ladoo, Niger incorporated groundnut and coconut ladoo, Niger seed crisps and goda masala were developed which showed excellent results in overall acceptance as well as taste wise particularly for dosa and groundnut ladoo. Nutritional analysis revealed high levels of protein, iron, calcium, and essential fatty acids. Chemical analysis of Niger seed oil indicated a peroxide value of 6.5 ± 0.28 meq/kg, acid value of 1.2 ± 0.39 mg KOH/g, and undetectable cholesterol, suggesting stability, safety, and potential cardio protective effects. Usually fats and oils develop rancidity in multiple environmental and improper storage conditions. On the basis of different studies and reviews investigation shows that Niger seed is a safe, nutrient-rich, and versatile oilseed that can be incorporated into diverse food products to enhance dietary quality and prevent iron deficiency anaemia. Its inclusion in regular diets offers potential benefits for combating malnutrition and promoting health.

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AU  - R. Rekha
AU  - V. Vaishnavi
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/03/05
TI  - Appraisal of Niger Seed (Guizotia Abyssinica) - Product Development as an All Pervasive and Nutrition Worthy Food Resource
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Resilient Innovations for Subsistence Environment (IC-RISE-2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 29
EP  - 39
SN  - 2468-5747
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DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6239-606-7_5
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