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III - Carnatato Bite
III - Carnatato Bite
Introduction
Food is one of our main sources of energy. It can give us a lot of nutrients. In other word
it can bring life. Food is any substance consumed to provide nutritional support for an organism.
Vegetables are important part of healthy eating and vitamins A, E, and B6, that keeps our body
healthy. Potatoes are example of nutritious vegetable. It contains fiber, vitamins, minerals and
phytochemicals it provides can help ward off disease and benefit human health. In various way
in which the potato might various way in which the potato might contribute to a healthful
lifestyle, including preventing osteoporosis, maintaining heart health and reducing the risk of
infection.
Another healthy vegetable is carrots. A carrot contains antioxidants which may protect
against cancer. While they may not help you see in the dark, the vitamin A in carrots helps
prevent vision loss. Carrots are also rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, beta. Carotene that
supplementation may reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. While, Cardaba
banana were usually known as ‘Saba Banana” here in the Philippines. It is very popular
worldwide because of its sweet and delicious taste. Banana contains vitamin B and one mineral,
which reduces the negative effects of nicotine on the body when you are smoking. It has also
vitamin B that regulates the temperature of pregnant woman and reduces menstrual pain. It is an
excellent source of potassium, which has the ability to regulate the body circulatory system to
maintain hearts health and it is also rich in fiber that was the ability to reduce constipation
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Carnatato Bite is one dessert that can be serving anytime of the day and appeals to all age
groups. It’s made up of a fried mixture of mashed potato and carrots, while the Saba banana is
inside which is the mashed potato and carrots mixed to cover it, then slice it for size bite and
flour for binding and chocolate syrup or caramelize for a good taste. Hence, it is called carnatato
bite.
Nowadays, Some of the teachers now are hard to eat healthy foods or even fruits because
of hectic schedules and maybe even the weekends are a working days for them, In result they do
not have time to cook healthy foods. The reason of these are the rush paper works that they
needed to accomplished on time. They do not bothered to eat some junk foods, meats, processed
food like (noodles, in can foods etc:) that don’t have enough nutrients to supply their whole
body. So the researchers made this study for them to have a healthy eating habit and get enough
nutrients. It is important for the teachers to eat healthy food because healthy foods make their
Carnatato bite devided from the merienda (Filipino afternoon snack) or desert turon. The
researchers mixed the mashed potato and carrots to coat on the Saba Banana to be flour lumpia
wrapper to make it more nutritional. Turon is a popular Filipino snack that is sweet, crunchy, and
satisfying. Ripe Saba banana and brown sugar are rolled together in a flour lumpia wrapper and
fried to a golden crisp, but sometimes they added jackfruit to become more good taste.
Nutrition (Second Edition), 2003. Food acceptability is affected by many factors, which may be
related to the individual, the food, or the environment in which the food is consumed.
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by the sensory properties of the food, previous exposure to it and subsequent expectations,
contextual factors, an individual's culture, physiological status (i.e., hunger, thirst, and
presence/absence of illness), and many other variables. The measurement of food acceptance is
highly complex and relies on psychometrics (scales) and/or behavioural models (food-choice
models). This research aims to discuss some innate factors that impact on foods' sensory
The study is inspired by the American school where they made their own healthy food for the
students.
The purpose of this study is to know the Level of Acceptability on the Food Innovation
Carnatato Bite as Perceived by Senior High School Teachers in San Jose Del Monte National
Perceived by Senior High School Teachers in San Jose Del Monte National High
1.2 Palatability
Carnatato Bite?
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Conceptual Framework
General
Teachers Appearance
Palatability
Level of
Acceptability
Carnatato
Bite
The illustration above shows of the study wherein the Senior High School teachers level
of acceptability is based on the General Appearance and Palatability of the Food Innovation
“Carnatato Bite”
Students • This study will be beneficial to the students due to the main products contents of
vitamin A, B, B6, fiber and other minerals, this aid with their daily school and activities to make
Teachers • This study will provide health benefits to their daily needs in school, especially in do
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Future Researchers • This can be reliable sources as a reference for a similar study.
This study covers the health benefits of “Carnatato Bite”, the procedures in making the
products and the taste of the products. The researchers selected a number of Senior High School
Teachers of San Jose del Monte National High School as respondents in the study.
Definition of terms
Anti-oxidants – a substance that is added to food and other products to prevent harmful
Beta-carotene – an isomer of carotene found in dark green and dark yellow vegetables and
fruits.
Circulatory System – the system of blood, blood vessels, lymphatics, and heart concerned with
Constipation – the condition of being unable to easily release solid waste from your body.
Diarrhea – an illness that causes you to pass waste from your body very frequently and in liquid
Menstrual Pain – are painful sensations that affect many woman before during menstrual
period.
Nicotine – a poisonous substance in tobacco that makes it difficult for people to stop smoking
cigarettes.
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Osteoporosis – a condition in which the bones become weak and break easily.
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CHAPTER II
Potatoes
In the study of Brazier (2007), Potato is a starchy crops, it contains sodium, alpha acid,
antioxidants, fiber, etc. there are more benefits in potatoes like; our bone health, blood pressure,
Potatoes have also fiber starch and proteins. Some study support a protective effect of potato
consumption in weight management and diabetes, while other studies demonstrate no effect and
Another study according to Ramon (March 14, 2018). Potatoes are rich in vitamins,
minerals and antioxidants, which make them very healthy. Studies have linked potatoes and their
nutrients to a variety of impressive health benefits, including improved blood sugar control,
reduce heart disease risk and higher immunity. They may also improve digestive health and
combat signs of aging. Potatoes are also quite filling which means they may help you lose by
curbing hunger pains and carving. All in all, potatoes are a great addition to your diet in
moderation. They are also naturally gluten-free, which means they can be enjoyed by almost
everyone.
Also in Glaberson (2017) study, Potato has high nutrition value compared to other
starchy food sources. It also derived flour best source of vitamin A and could be used to reduce
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deficiency. Potato also could develop improved varieties of prolific, hardy, disease and drought
resistant.
Pennington and Wilkening (2007), Chut et al, (2005), Kaspar et al (2011) and
Vinson et al, (2012). Potatoes offer consumers a wide array of complex carbohydrates, protein,
vitamins and phytonutrients. For these reasons, and others, many scientists believe potatoes will
have a Rey role in providing “food security” which can be defined as “when all people, at all
times, have access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs for an active
and healthy life. The definition specifies “nutrition food”, which potatoes are. Potatoes are the
third largest contributor of antioxidants in the American diet and high anti-oxidants potatoes
have been shown to reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure in separate human feeding
studies.
According to Jay Nelz (February 1, 2017), Cardava Bananas were usually grows in
tropical climate countries such as the phil. It is very popular worldwide because of its sweet and
delicious taste. Most Filipino preferred to eat this kind of banana cooked but its nutritional valve
had already lost due to the cooking procedure. Its maximum nutritional valve can be fully
obtained by eating it raw. Saba bananas were mostly used for culinary purpose because of its
versatility from being a delightful dessert into delicious dishes. Banana contains vitamin B and
other minerals which reduces the negative effects of nicotine on the body and it also vitamins B
that regulates the temperature of pregnant woman. It contains potassium, rich in fiber and
Saba Bananas have a several nutrients like Vitamins B6, Vitamins C, Manganese,
Protein, Fiber, Potassium, Iron, Vitamin A to make it extremely beneficial for health either you
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may eat Saba Banana raw or you can make delicious food stuffs with it These are various
benefits of eating Saba Banana like it improves digestion, lower blood pressure, regulates blood
Base on these nutritional values, we could make a case for banana as a natural
properties of bananas, which act like a natural antacid to the stomach. They identified the secret
component in the Saba Banana can protect against aspirin-induced gastritis and can significantly
increase the mucous lining of the stomach. Saba Bananas are high in fiber and vitamins. A single
Banana contains 16% of the dietary fiber, 15% of the Vitamins C 11% of the potassium and 20%
Carrots
According to Adda Bjarnadohir (January 23 2015). The carrot is a root vegetable that
is often claimed to be the perfect health food. It’s is crunchy, tasty and highly nutritious. Carrots
are a particularly good source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamins, K potassium and anti-oxidants.
And also carrots have a number of health benefits. They are a weight loss friendly food and have
been linked to lower cholesterol levels and improved eye health. The carotene anti-oxidants in
them also been linked to reduced risk of cancer and they are found in many colours, including
yellow, white, orange and purple. The traditional orange colour carrots get their bright colour
Another study according to Megan Ware RDN LD (December 5, 2017) Carrots are
often thought of as the ultimate health food. Generations of parents have told their children: “Eat
your carrots, they are good for you, Carrots will help you see in the dark. Carrots are also rich in
vitamins, minerals and fiber. A variety of dietary carotenoids have been shown to have anti-
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cancer effects, due to their antioxidants power in reducing free radicals in the body. Carrots also
contain beta-carotene. Past studies have concluded that beta-carotene supplementation may
reduce the risk of lung cancer. And carrots are also help you see in the dark because it contain
vitamin A. Vitamin A deficiency can lead to exophthalmia, a progressive eye disease that can
damage normal vision and result in night blindness, or the inability to see in low night or
darkness.
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a lack of vitamin A is one of the
According to Dr. Mercola (December 28, 2013), Carrots are common in the US that it’s
easy to overlook their potentially powerful benefits to your health. The high vitamin A content,
for which carrots are best known comes from beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in
your liver, Interesting, There’s a reason why “carrot” and “carotene” sound so alike. The word
carotene was devised in the early 19th century by a German scientist after he crystallized the
compound from carrot roots. Carrot seed oil also contains potassium, vitamin B6, copper, folic
acid, thiamine and magnesium. However, when eaten as part of an overall healthy diet, the
nutrients in the carrots may provide you with protection against heart disease and stoke while
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CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGIES
This chapter presents the research methodologies done by the researcher. It includes the
methods of the study, respondents of the study, the research instrument, collection and data
gathering by the researcher and lastly, the data processing in order to rearrange the gathered data.
Research Method
Survey method is used under the descriptive design. The researcher gave questionnaires
to the Senior High School Teachers together with the innovated product which is the Carnatato
Bite. The survey was done utilizing the survey questions and the result was tallied and will be
examine accordingly. For the data collection, the researchers will be following a step by step
procedure. Conduct survey and analyze the data gathered in the questionnaire from the
respondents.
The study was conducted at San Jose del Monte National High School. The researchers
selected thirty (30) respondents both female and male of Senior High School Teachers.
Research Instrument
Survey questionnaire method was the research used for data gathering. Preference for the
use of the structured questionnaires premised so that it will be least pressure for immediate
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Procedure of Data Gathering
In gathering the data, the researchers will first cook the sample product which is Carnatato
Bite made up of Saba Banana, Mashed potato and carrots. After that the researchers will be
conduct the survey questionnaires. The data gathered questionnaires will be analyzed and
interpret.
The researchers applied dichotomous in their survey data gathering, the values were
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CHAPTER IV
This Chapter includes the analysis and interpretation of the data gathered from the
instrumentation. Presenting the result and discuss and what does it means to the whole study.
High School Teachers in San Jose del Monte National High School
YES NO
1.1General 89 31
Appearance
1.2 Palatability 39 21
The table above shows the total number of answers given by the respondents. On the
general appearance the respondents answered eighty nine (89) Yes and thirty one (31) No. And
on the Palatability the respondents answered thirty nine (39) Yes and twenty one (21) No.
2. The overall Level of Acceptability of Senior High School Teachers from San Jose del
The table 1 shows that the respondents accepted the Food Innovation Carnatato base on
Therefore, the Senior High School Teachers of San Jose del Monte National High School
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CHAPTER V
This chapter present the summary and conclusion given by the researchers after the
previous chapter has been presented, analyzed and interpreted. The results from gathered data
after conducting a survey were now to be given summary and conclusion and for the
Summary of findings
(General Appearance and Patability) most of the respondents they Accept the product
Conclusions
Based on the findings derive from this study, the following conclusion were drawn.
The result shows in terms of the following are general appearance and patability based on
the findings that the level of the acceptability towards to carnatato bite they accept in
The researchers conclude that, the food innovation Carnatato Bite has a good impact to
the teachers. The teachers like the taste and the appearance of the innovated product.
Recommendations
The researchers also recommend to future e researchers to conduct studies about level of
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Moreover, for future researchers to improve and add methodologies to be used in this
field of research, with that wider coverage of information and new knowledge might be
To sum this all up, promotion as the soul of creativity and research to meet the costumers
acceptance to a product.
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CHAPTER VI
Potato Butter
Carrot Water
Cooking Oil
Procedure:
1. Peel off the potato and carrots before wash. After that, cook 30 mins in boiling water until
soften.
3. Mix the mashed potato and shredded carrots until it stick together.
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4. Removed the banana skin and cut into two pieces.
5. Get right amount of mixed mashed potato and carrots and cover the banana with mix mashed
10. Put the coated Saba banana in cooking oil then cook until it golden brown.
12. Put the cooked coated banana in the strainer with tissue to absorb the oil then cut it into 4
pieces.
15. Prepared your plate and put the coated banana with caramelize or chocolate syrup.
Objective:
Carnatato Bite contains an ingredient that is good for the health especially for those
teachers and students that likes to eat dessert while doing daily activities or school work. Saba
Banana, Potato and Carrots are the main ingredients that the researcher used. Saba Banana
contains numerous vitamins and minerals that can replenish the energy in the body. It provides
natural energy to the body and it does not contain caffeine. Next ingredients is potato, are edible
tubers, available worldwide and all year long. They are relatively cheap to grow, rich in nutrients
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and they can make a delicious treat. However, the fiber, vitamin, minerals and phytochemicals it
provides can help ward off disease and benefit human health. Lastly, the carrots contain
antioxidants which may protect against cancer. While they may not help you see in the dark, the
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REFERENCES
http://philnews.ph
http://oyfly.com www.pchrd.dost.gov.ph
http://medicalnewstoday.com
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