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@article{190116,
        author = {Thamilovia SA and Ragavi K},
        title = {Isolation and Characterization of Non-Conventional Starch Derived from Amaranth Seed Milk: A Study of the Techno-Functional Properties},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {4947-4953},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=190116},
        abstract = {Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) seeds belong to the pseudo-cereal and have significant nutritional value and diverse functional properties, which makes the plant-based food alternative a promising research subject. The present study aims to examine how amaranth seeds can be utilized in the production of non-dairy milk and starch products. The research involved the formulation of amaranth seed milk and starch extracted from the residual sediment. Comprehensive evaluations included physicochemical, functional, and nutritional analyses, followed by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy to find molecular characteristics of the starch. The results indicated that the milk produced using amaranth is very rich in moisture, proteins, minerals, and essential amino acids. The extracted amaranth starch is more efficient and sustainable compared to traditional starches, such as corn and cassava, as it is more stable and possesses a swelling behaviour. Concerning the FTIR spectroscopy test, specific functional groups of the starch molecules are present, indicating molecular integrity despite the extraction process. With suitable nutritional fortification and processing, amaranth seed milk may be a better substitute for cow milk and exhibits better functional attributes compared to corn and cassava starch. Such characteristics make amaranth-based products appealing to consumers' interest in eco-friendly, plant-based products that focus on innovation and health.},
        keywords = {Amaranthus spp., FTIR spectroscopy, Functional properties, Physicochemical},
        month = {January},
        }