Iranian Researchers Make New Cheese with Oleaster Powder

Shahrokh Sha’bani, an instructor in the Food Science and Technology Department at Islamic Azad University’s Science and Research branch in Tehran, and two of his university colleagues conducted a study to examine the effect of using oleaster powder in the production of a new type of cheese. Their goal was to investigate whether adding this herbal powder could produce a more nutritious, longer-lasting, and safer cheese.

To carry out the study, the researchers used oleaster powder prepared from the three main parts of its fruit, including the peel, flesh, and core. They added this powder to the cheese in different amounts (from 5 to 45 percent of the cheese’s weight) and considered a sample without additives as a control group. Then, they examined the effects of this additive on the appearance, texture, flavor, chemical composition, microbial contamination, and acidity of the cheese during ripening and storage.

The findings showed that with increasing amounts of oleaster powder, the moisture, fat, protein, and ash content of the cheese decreased. In return, the firmness of the cheese texture increased and its elasticity decreased. These changes indicated that oleaster powder has a direct effect on the texture of the product and makes it firmer.

It was also found that the addition of oleaster powder significantly decreased the growth of bacteria, molds, and yeasts in the cheese.

Oleaster is a fruit similar to dates and olives. It has a thin skin and a white powdery texture. The fiery color is eye-catching.Oleaster has many properties and it is definitely useful to include it in the diet. oleaster powder is rich in vitamins A and B and has a little vitamin K.

It is interesting to know that it is effective in relieving pain. It has a lot of fiber and can help you lose weight. Eating some oleaster powder mixed with a glass of milk can make you feel full for hours.

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