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RAJU et al<br />

Table 3. Physico-chemical and nutritional parameters <strong>of</strong> experimental and control products (per 100g<br />

sample)<br />

Parameter<br />

Samples<br />

T1<br />

Control<br />

Fat (g) 3.0 3.1<br />

SNF (g) 12.0 12.4<br />

Specific gravity 1.043 1.044<br />

Total solids (g) 14.52 15.50<br />

Acidity (% <strong>of</strong> lactic acid) 0.18 0.18<br />

pH 6.6 6.5<br />

Protein (g) 2.98 2.96<br />

Calcium (mg) 137.37 137.47<br />

Phosphorus (mg) 123.54 123.34<br />

Carbohydrates (g) 4.60 4.64<br />

Sugars (g) 6.32 6.37<br />

<strong>The</strong>re was a slight variation between the<br />

experimental and control values <strong>of</strong> Fat, SNF, Total<br />

solids, Specific gravity, Acidity and pH. Protein,<br />

calcium, Phosphorus, carbohydrate (CHO) and sugars<br />

content <strong>of</strong> control and experimental samples are<br />

almost similar .Physico-chemical and nutritional<br />

parameters <strong>of</strong> the experimental product did not differ<br />

much from the control. <strong>The</strong> amounts <strong>of</strong> phytosterol<br />

we consume from the foods are not sufficient for<br />

attaining health benefits. So incorporation <strong>of</strong><br />

phytosterols in the foods consumed can benefit in<br />

reducing the plasma cholesterol levels and reduce<br />

the risk <strong>of</strong> coronary artery diseases. Plant sterols<br />

have gained a prominent position in strategies to lower<br />

CHD (Coronary Heart Diseases) risk because <strong>of</strong> their<br />

serum LDL-Cholesterol lowering effects. So that the<br />

phytosterol enriched flavoured milk can be used as<br />

a good vehicle for reducing plasma cholesterol in<br />

hypercholesterolemic subjects. We can also use the<br />

incorporation <strong>of</strong> phytosterol enriched flavoured milk<br />

into a balanced diet represents a practical dietary<br />

strategy in the management <strong>of</strong> serum cholesterol<br />

levels.<br />

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AbuMweis, S.S., Barake, R and Jones, P. 2008. Plant<br />

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a meta-analysis <strong>of</strong> randomized controlled trials.<br />

Food and Nutrition <strong>Research</strong>. 52-56.<br />

Anonymous.2005. Phytosterol esters (plant sterol and<br />

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Awad, A.B and Fink, C.S. 2000. Phytosterols as<br />

anticancer dietary components: evidence and<br />

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Awad, A.B., Roy, R and Fink, C.S. 2003. Betasitosterol,<br />

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