MIIX Virtua

Garcinia cambogia (Gc) has been extensively used as a food seasoning since ancient times, possessing many health benefits such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity properties. A previous study reported that antioxidants were responsible for inducing weight loss by preventing the occurrence of oxidative stress through hydroxycitric acid (HCA). It was reported that HCAs are able to reduce the rate of fatty acid synthesis and lipogenesis. The encapsulation process is commonly employed to produce herbal-based end products. However, the process involves the use of high-temperature air (inlet air) ranging from 120- 150°C. High-temperature processes may degrade the bioactive compounds in Gc extract. Pastillation, on the other hand, provides an alternative to the encapsulation process as it requires minimal heat treatment. The main objective of this study was to pastillize the bioactive compounds of Gc extract, producing an HCA-rich pastille with anti-obesity and antioxidant potential (using the DPPH method). The half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) value of the HCA-rich pastille was 2.3 mg/mL. A lower IC50 value indicates that the HCA pastilles possess high antioxidant activity. Each HCA-rich pastille also contains 3% protein, 18% fat, 12% fiber, and 84 calories. A total force of 174.60g was required to break the texture of the HCA-rich pastille, whereas 4824.88g was needed to compress the commercially available product. This indicates that the HCA-rich pastille is easier to consume and digest compared to readily available pastilles in the market. The HCA-rich pastille may help curb cravings for sugary snacks, aiding in better weight management.