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@article{195038,
        author = {Mr.Shubham D. Borate and Mr. Shivprasad T. Bhambure and Mr.Suhas S. Deshmukh and Dr.Bhagyesh U. Janugade},
        title = {Formulation And Characterization Of Edible Jelly For The Diabetic Patients},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {5726-5733},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=195038},
        abstract = {Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, requiring controlled dietary intake of sugars and carbohydrates. Conventional jellies available in the market typically contain high amounts of sucrose, making them unsuitable for diabetic individuals. The present study focuses on the formulation and characterization of an edible, sugar-free jelly specifically designed for diabetic patients using suitable natural sweeteners and gelling agents. In this project, non-nutritive sweeteners such as stevia, sorbitol, or xylitol were incorporated to replace sucrose, while pectinor gelatin served as the primary gelling components. Additional functional ingredients such as Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) extract were evaluated for potential antidiabetic and antioxidant benefits.
The formulated jelly batches were assessed for key physicochemical parameters, including pH, moisture content, gel strength, spreadability, syneresis, viscosity, and organoleptic properties. Stability studies were conducted under accelerated conditions to determine shelf life. Results indicated that the optimized formulation exhibited desirable jelly characteristics, acceptable sensory attributes, and maintained stability without phase separation. The incorporation of natural sweeteners and herbal extract demonstrated good compatibility and provided a healthier alternative for diabetic patients.},
        keywords = {Tribulus terrestris, Gokhru, antidiabetic, Jelly, alpha-glucosidase Steroidal saponins.},
        month = {March},
        }