Research Article
Development and Nutritional Characterization of Nutrient-Rich Kodo Millet-Based Ready-to-Drink Energy Mix
Soni D1*, Bose S2, Mekala A3, and Singh S4
1Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University Rajasthan, Jaipur, India.
2Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University, Rajasthan, Jaipur, India.
3PhD Scholar, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University Rajasthan, Jaipur, India.
4Research Scholar, Department of Foods and Nutrition, IIS (deemed to be University), Jaipur
2Assistant Professor, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University, Rajasthan, Jaipur, India.
3PhD Scholar, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University Rajasthan, Jaipur, India.
4Research Scholar, Department of Foods and Nutrition, IIS (deemed to be University), Jaipur
*Corresponding author:Damini Soni, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nims College of Allied and Healthcare Sciences, Nims University Rajasthan, Jaipur. E-mail Id: daminisoni1013@gmail.com
Article Information:Submission: 22/05/2026; Accepted: 06/06/2026; Published: 10/06/2026
Copyright: © 2026 Soni D, et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Abstract
In the present era of hectic lifestyles and irregular dietary habits, meeting daily nutritional requirements has become challenging for many individuals. Considering this issue, a cost-effective ready-to-drink energy mix was formulated to provide nearly one-third of the recommended daily nutritional needs of an adult. The developed product was rich in essential macronutrients and served as a good source of energy, dietary fiber, protein, iron, and calcium. Sensory evaluation was carried out using a 9-point hedonic scale by 15 semi-trained panelists, and the product showed good overall acceptability. Cost analysis, including raw material cost, overhead expenses, and profit margin, indicated that the product was economically feasible. Shelf-life stability was evaluated for 30 days through microbial assessment using the standard plate count method and the labeling of the product was designed according to the guidelines prescribed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) 2025.
Keywords:Kodo Millet; Energy Mix; New Food Product; FSSAI, Ready-To-Drink