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Group 1 RATIONALE 1
Group 1 RATIONALE 1
MEMBERS:
Altoveros, Hans J.
Carinal, Harly P.
BSHRM-3E
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Rationale
Topic No. 1
The Philippines is the second major exporter of bananas in the world. That alone is
enough to talk about the significant role the fruit plays in the country’s economy. By
itself, bananas are an important source of revenue for farmers; moreover, its by-
products constitute their own industry. Plus, it’s a great-tasting and nutritious fruit.
Among them, the Cavendish is the most prolific in terms of export as well as the
biggest in terms of production, comprising almost half of the total volume. Locally,
Saba, lakatan, and latundan can be found in any household’s fruit bowl. These
bananas are the common supply in the market which most Filipinos prefer Latundan
since it is cheaper among other bananas. As the consumer demand increases it also
adds to the number of food waste every day. Consciously known that bananas are
one of primary sources in making desserts in the food and beverage industry.
Musa acuminata also known as Latundan is a small, sweet banana cultivar that is
commonly grown in the Philippines and other tropical countries. It is a member of the
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Musa genus, which includes over 1,000 different species of bananas and plantains.
Compared to Lakatan, it is round-tipped with thin yellow skin that splits once fully ripe.
Also has a paler flesh and texture is less dense peeled banana and relatively fluffier;
which also becomes more slippery. They have a slightly acidic, apple-like flavor.
Latundan bananas are popular in the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries
due to their availability, affordability, and delicious taste. They are also a good source
of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, making them a healthy snack choice. In addition,
the plant itself is easy to cultivate and can grow in a variety of soil types and climates.
Through this study, the researchers are able to utilize the peel of a Latundan banana
to make a biodegradable juice cup instead of using plastic cups. This development
can at least lessen the consumption of plastic material that causes high amounts of
waste disposal. A ripe Latundan banana peel, like other banana varieties, is usually
discarded as waste after eating the fruit. However, banana peels have several
potential uses and health benefits that are worth exploring such as product innovation.
The researchers were motivated to focus on this study since food waste is a timely
and relevant issue in the Philippines. This wastage can potentially add to the growing
hunger in the country. The researchers wanted to convert a Latundan banana peel
into a primary material which also can reduce the food waste by the consumers. The
utilization of banana peel as a new source in the production of an eco-friendly juice
cup. It can be characterized as an excellent potential in terms of food material
processing technology in order to produce an innovation that can help educate plastic
manufacturers to reduce the production instead converting this banana peel into a
biodegradable juice cup.
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This research examines whether it will be possible for the peel of the Latundan banana
to become a biodegradable juice cup. And the possible analysis for the biodegradable
juice cup includes the proximate analysis. And this is the primary material in making
the Latundan banana peel biodegradable juice cup.
Here are the sensory evaluations or respondents: the (30) 2nd year students male
and female range from 20-25 years old under the course program of BSHRM at the
Technological University of the Philippines—Manila (TUP-M).
This study will be conducted in the first and second semester of the school year 2023
– 2024.
The researchers of this case study focus on understanding the Latundan banana peel
can be useful in making a biodegradable juice cup, and this will help people not just
throw away the banana peel. Consciously that the common juice cup is the plastic cup
which is used once it is sold in the streets, so the Latundan banana peel is helpful and
innovative in the food and beverage industry. It can also lessen the consumption of
plastic waste materials as well as to conserve the supply of bananas.
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General Objective:
Specific Objectives:
Prior Art No 1.
(PATENT SEARCH)
Abstract:
Prior Art No 2
(PATENT SEARCH)
Title: Eco-friendly antibacterial fiber with improved deodorizing ability and its
manufacturing method
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Abstract:
(PATENT SEARCH)
Abstract:
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Topic No. 2
The usage of chopsticks is one example of a Filipino cultural practice that has been
inspired by Chinese culture. In particular, for Chinese-inspired recipes, chopsticks
have become a necessary tool in Filipino cooking. Filipinos have adopted the use of
chopsticks not only for practical reasons but also as a cultural practice.
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Mundo Exchange (2019), disposable chopsticks are surprisingly unhealthy for both
humans and the environment. These chemicals can leach out when eating with
disposable chopsticks, especially when dipped into hot liquids such as soup. They can
affect your respiratory system, esophagus, stomach, and even your DNA in extreme
cases and over long-term use. This help to sustain the preservation of wood and mold
growth. According to Mundo Exchange (n.d.), a non-profit organization that promotes
cultural exchange and social development, disposable chopsticks are often treated
with chemicals such as paraffin, hydrogen peroxide, and sulfur dioxide during
production to make them smooth and white. These chemicals are used to preserve
the wood, bleach the color, and prevent mold growth (Mundo Exchange, n.d.).
Consumers will experience harmful effects on respiratory and digestive system.
Mundo Exchange (2019), disposable chopsticks are surprisingly unhealthy for both
humans and the environment. These chemicals can leach out when eating with
disposable chopsticks, especially when dipped into hot liquids such as soup. They can
affect your respiratory system, esophagus, stomach, and even your DNA in extreme
cases and over long-term use.
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such as methane and carbon dioxide that contribute to global warming (Fu & Zhu,
2021). Increase of solid waste and produces harmful toxins. The Guardian (2019)
reported that the high levels of nutrients such as phosphorus and nitrates in manure
from animals that consume disposable chopsticks can lead to the spread of pathogens
and the growth of harmful algae in water bodies. These algae can deplete oxygen, kill
fish, and produce toxins that can harm humans and animals. Therefore, using
disposable chopsticks can have negative effects on the environment and human and
animal health.
Dioscorea Alata is a tuber crop that has gained popularity in recent years due to its
nutritional benefits and unique color. Purple yam is abundant in many Asian countries,
making it a viable option as a primary material for edible chopsticks. The production
of modern chopsticks is typically made of wood material that is made out of lacquered
bamboo, plastic, bone, metal, jade, porcelain and ivory. Edible chopsticks made from
purple yam can offer a sustainable alternative to disposable chopsticks, reducing
environmental pollution and waste.
Edible chopsticks are typically made from materials that are safe for consumption and
can be eaten along with the food. Purple yam, also known as Ube, is a starchy tuber
crop that is commonly used in Filipino desserts and other dishes. It is a popular
ingredient in many Asian countries and is known for its unique color and nutritional
benefits.
The researchers in this study aim to produce purple Yam base chopsticks to enhance
the creativity of Filipino dishes and cuisine. Also, to minimize food waste and achieve
sustainable innovation to end massive deforestation by replacing disposable
chopsticks with edible chopsticks. The researchers ought to transmogrify the purple
yam as a base to the primary material in creating a purple yam chopstick. The
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production of new material purple yam chopsticks will represent the sustainability of
materials to create new innovative dishes that will highlight the Philippine cuisine
across South East Asia.
The Research is to see if it is possible to make edible chopsticks primarily from purple
yam. The investigation will focus on the physical and chemical properties of purple
yam, whether it can be used to make chopsticks and any potential environmental
effects. The study will also investigate the cultural and financial implications of
producing edible chopsticks primarily from purple yam.
The Study will be conducted in the 2nd semester of the school year 2023-2024.
The researchers of the study will be focusing on how purple yam can be the primary
material in the production of edible chopsticks. Also, this can help reduce the waste in
Metro Manila.
How:
The researchers aim to study the effectiveness of purple yam as a primary material
for edible chopsticks.
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Primary Data: Personal interviews, Journals, Books, Articles, and electronic sources.
General objective:
Specific objectives:
(PATENT SEARCH)
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Abstract:
(PATENT SEARCH)
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Abstract:
The utility model provides a sectional type edible chopsticks relates to the tableware.
A sectional type edible chopstick, chopsticks include a chopsticks body, this body
coupling of chopsticks slider, and slider one end stretches into chopsticks, and this is
internal, but slider and chopsticks body relative slip, the one end that the chopsticks
body was kept away from to the slider is the clamping part, and the first end of
chopsticks inserts in the clamping part. These chopsticks adopt chopsticks head and
the structure that the chopsticks body separates, conveniently change the chopsticks
head, and the chopsticks head can be eaten, and the chopsticks head adopts healthy
edible material to make healthy environmental protection.
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Topic No. 3
Mangoes are one of the most popular and delicious fruits in the world, and the
Philippines is blessed with many varieties of this tropical fruit. In this study,
researchers will discuss the development of Carabao mango peel as a binding agent
and minimize the food waste problem in the Philippines.
The Carabao mango, also known as the Philippine mango or Manila mango, is a
particularly sweet variety of mango from the Philippines. It is one of the most important
varieties of mango cultivated in the Philippines. The flesh is soft, melting, and has a
sweet rich flavor. The Carabao mango is reputed internationally due to its sweetness
and exotic taste. It was actually listed in the 1995 Guinness Book of World Records
as the sweetest in the world. Among the 14 recognized strains of Carabao mangoes
by the Department of Agriculture, the one hailed as the sweetest is called Sweet Elena
which came from Zambales. This Mango is very popular and common in the
Philippines and after consuming the soft part of the Mango, the peel became a food
waste.
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Restaurants and Hotel Industries are one of the sectors that uses mango to create
deserts and food dishes. As they consume and take the flesh of the mango, the peel
becomes waste material which results from food waste. This result of 25% of fruit peel
disposal is generated daily contributing to pollution.
Pectin is a soluble fiber that is present on some fruits and vegetables especially on
apples and citrus fruits. Primary, Pectin is a great source of gelling ability when heated
in the presence of liquid that makes it useful on thickening jams and jellies. The
benefits of Pectin are to enhance the texture and preservation by creating a gel-like
consistency, also an alternative natural to gelatin.
The researchers are determined to focus on this study in relevance to food waste
which is a major issue in the Philippines. The researchers aim to develop the Carabao
Mango peel as a primary material to create a thickening agent to minimize the food
waste. Producing a bind agent which is useful in the food production particularly in
restaurants.
Consequently, the food consumption will be properly conserved and at the same time
able to explore other ingredients that are suitable in making jelly products. The
application of Mango peel as a production of jelly is a result of the sustainability of a
new product that will be a great innovative solution that can add value to the Philippine
mango industry.
The research is to see if it is possible to make Jelly using Mango peel by concentrating
on its physicochemical and sensory characteristics and contrasting it with commercial
additions.
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The Study will be conducted in the 2nd semester of the school year 2023-2024.
General Objective:
Specific Objectives:
1. To identify the ideal ratio of mango peel to other natural ingredients used in
thickening agents.
2. To evaluate the sensory appeal of Jelly made with mango peel to those of
commercial additives in terms of color, flavor, texture, and overall acceptability.
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Prior Art No 1.
(PATENT SEARCH)
Title: Preparation method of mango peel residue dietary fiber and application of
obtained product
Abstract:
The invention relates to the technical field of fruit byproduct processing, in particular
to a preparation method of mango peel residue dietary fiber, which comprises the
following steps: adding water into the mango peel residues, pulping to obtain mango
peel residue raw pulp, performing enzymolysis on the mango peel residue raw pulp,
and fully grinding to obtain mango peel residue pulp; and (3) carrying out high-
pressure homogenization treatment on the mango peel residue slurry, and then
carrying out sample injection and spray drying to obtain the mango peel residue slurry.
The method is green and environment-friendly, no chemical agent is introduced, the
proportion of soluble dietary fiber in the obtained mango peel residue dietary fiber is
effectively improved, the proportion of the soluble dietary fiber and the insoluble
dietary fiber is more reasonable, the nutrient content in the mango peel is effectively
reserved by a relatively mild
preparation process, and the mango peel residue dietary fiber has a very wide
application prospect as an additive of rice and flour products and baked products.
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Prior Art No 2
(PATENT SEARCH)
Title: Method for making mango raw juice from mango peel and mango flesh
CN102599587A- Method for making mango raw juice from mango peel and mango
flesh (2012, July 25)
Abstract:
The invention relates to the technical field of food processing, in particular to a method
for making mango raw juice from mango peel and mango flesh. Concretely, the mango
peel and the mango flesh are used for making the mango raw juice with mango as
raw materials for preparing mango beverages, mango wine, mango vinegar, mango
powder and the like. The mango peel used as one of raw materials in the invention
has rich resources, in addition, the nutrition value is very high, so the resources are
wasted when the mango peel is abandoned, and in addition, the environment is also
polluted. The mango peel is taken and used as the raw material, waste materials are
changed into useful materials, the nutrition of the products is upgraded, and the
method reaches the most beneficial effect that the cost of the product after the mango
peel addition is obviously reduced. Through the implementation of the method, the
current condition of rare mango deep processing product in the markets in the prior
are is changed, the problem of selling means after the production of the mango is
solved, the development of relevant industries of the mango is promoted, new
economic increase points are formed, and huge economic benefits and social benefits
are realized.
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https://www.philstar.com/business/2022/06/07/2186512/major-fruit-crops-post-
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Stefano Bartolucci, E. C. (2023). Biodegradable and/or home compostable sachet
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https://patentscope.wipo.int/search/en/detail.jsf?docId=WO2021077133
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