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Research Article Volume 13 Issue 1
Prebiotic kelulut float beads beverage: an emerging health benefiting functional beverage
Koh SP, Sew YS, Nicholas D, Syahid, M, Chua HP, Rosmawati A, Norra I
Received: February 08, 2025 | Published: April 21, 2025
Citation: Koh SP, Sew YS, Nicholas D, et al. Prebiotic kelulut float beads beverage: an emerging health benefiting functional beverage. MOJ Food Process Technol. 2025;13(1):17-22 DOI: 10.15406/mojfpt.2025.13.00319
Abstract
Kelulut honey is renowned for its unique therapeutic and organoleptic properties. A novel initiative has been introduced to produce fermented kelulut honey using pure starter cultures, aimed at creating a consistent and high-quality kelulut honey beverage. The presence of organic acids, particularly acetic acid (0.8–1.0%), in fermented kelulut honey imparts a pleasantly moderate sour taste and exhibits significant antimicrobial activity against selected foodborne pathogens. Innovative products such as kelulut float beads and prebiotic kelulut float beads beverages have been developed from fermented kelulut honey to enhance uniqueness, novelty, and a chewy texture, making them more appealing to consumers. The addition of inulin to the prebiotic kelulut float beads beverage further enriches its prebiotic properties, promoting digestive health. Gut microbiota analysis using a rat model revealed that consuming both beverages led to distinct profiles of beneficial bacteria, which contributed to improved immunity and gut health. This was accompanied by a significant increase in short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs). Notably, the prebiotic kelulut float beads beverage demonstrated a twofold increase in butyric acid levels compared to the kelulut float beads beverage and the control group, highlighting its superior health benefits. A 5-point hedonic sensory survey on consumer acceptance rated the prebiotic kelulut float beads beverage at 4.28, significantly higher than the 2.88 score for diluted kelulut honey at the same concentration. These findings underscore the potential of prebiotic kelulut float beads as an innovative functional drink that supports digestive health by enhancing gut microbiome diversity.
Keywords: dietary fibre, digestive system, kelulut honey, microbiota, prebiot
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