International Journal of Science, Engineering and TechnologyAuthors: Deekshith Gowda , Dr.Kiran kumar B, Anusha N Raju
Abstract: Molecular distillation (MD) and microwave digestion are used to extract triacontanol concentration from crude rice bran wax (RBW), a byproduct of the rice bran oil business. Policosanols, primarily triacontanol, octagonal, do triacontanol, and hexacontanol, are present in RBW. The study involved hydrolysingdeoiled and bleached RBW with 6% potassium hydroxide in a microwave oven (1300W, 35 minutes), then MD at 153°C and 62.37 Pa. 74.18% triacontanol was produced as a triacontanol concentrate by the procedure. Additionally, triacontanol, a plant growth regulator, may have anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-regulating effects.A variety of rice known as "fortified rice" has been improved with extra nutrients to offer superior nourishment. In order to aid people that rely significantly on rice as a staple food with micronutrient deficits, fortification entails adding vitamins and minerals to the rice while it is being milled.Enhanced for those who may not have access to a wide variety of meals or who may not be able to pay for more costly sources of nutrients, rice can help to improve their health and well-being.
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