| Student Name | School | Degree | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Faraz | Department of Food Science and Technology | MS/M.Phil | First | [email protected] |
| Hiba Naveed | Department of Food Science and Technology | MS/M.Phil | First | [email protected] |
| Inter School Idea ? | Yes |
| Do you need expertises from another area: | No |
| If Yes please provide details of expertises you need: |
| Idea Name: | DATE PIT NON-CAFFEINATED DRINK |
| Slogan: | Drink healthy, stay healthy |
| Supervisor Name: | Dr. Kanza Aziz Awan |
| Supervisor Designation: | Assistant Professor, Head of Department, Food Science and Technology, UCP Lahore |
| Supervisor School: | Other |
| Supervisor Department: | Department of Food Science and Technology |
| Contact number: | 03247066000 |
| Email ID: | [email protected] |
| Abstract: | |
| Date pits are a major waste product of the date industry that has the potential to be the richest material for industrial use due to bioactive compounds and polyphenols that make it a unique food ingredient. Date pits are regarded as an excellent and rich source fiber as well | |
| What is the unmet need in society that your idea will fulfill ? | |
| A caffeine free drink made by dates’ pit, a natural anti-oxidant, 100% non-toxic, natural immune booster, reduces LDL cholesterol | |
| Who needs it ? How many would benefit ? | |
| • A rich source of several vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants – including phosphorous, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and potassium alongside polyphenols. • Due to the antioxidants, if a wonderful source for reducing oxidative stress and boosting immune system health. | |
| How will the solution works | |
| It protect against diabetic-related, liver and kidney issues (due to the high proanthocyanin content). • Have antiviral properties. • It can help to lower blood sugar level | |
| Who are your competitors ? How is your solution different | |
| Nescafe and other coffee brands are my competitors but due to my innovation, people will definitely recommend my product due to certain health benefits like caffeine free drink | |
| Status: | new |
| Entry Date & Time: | 2022-12-30 (1703) |