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Technical Committee For Juice and
Juice Products Meeting 2009
Exotic Tropical Fruits
Presented by:
Dr Kasi Sundaresan
September 17th 2009
iTi tropicals Inc
Presentation Outline
Innovation and tropical fruits
Tropical Fruits
• Acai
• Mangosteen
• Camu Camu
• Cocoa fruit
• Gac fruit
• Acerola
• Coconut
• Soursop
• Baobob
• Other exotic fruits
Product development Opportunities
Challenges faced during formulation
Conclusion
As “standard tropicals” become everyday
fruits,
Exotics will become more common in average
households….
Exotic Tropical Fruits
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Tropical fruits stem from the tropical
parts of the world, where the climate is
warm.
These types of fruits need a tropical or
subtropical climate to grow.
Well-known tropical fruits are
bananas, mangoes, papayas,
pineapples, coconut, guava etc
Some of the recent exotic fruits are
acai, pomegranate, mangosteen ,
passion fruit etc.
Tropical fruits are particularly
flavorful, sweet, juicy, and tender,
making them appealing to people of all
ages.
Innovation Trends
• Retail sales of health & wellness products in the United
States reached more than $ 112 billion in 2008
• This represents a growth of 9% over 2007
• Functional foods and beverages are the largest sector with a
sales of $ 40.5 billion in 2008
• The growing importance of health and wellness has
significantly altered consumption and buying behavior
Innovation trends and Tropical Fruits
Health and Wellness
Satiety
Acai.
Banana
Heart
Health
Antioxidant
& Beauty
Energy/
Sports
Banana,
Coconut
water
Mangosteen, Acai,
Guava, Acerola ,
Mango, Camu camu
Mango ,GAC
Banana,
Coconut
water
Brain
foods
Banana,
Coconut cream,
Acai
Acai Berry
The species Euterpe oleracea is usually
called Açaí Palm, '[fruit that cries or
expels water‘]
Acai is considered to be one of the top
Super foods in the world
It typically looks like a grape or blueberry
but is slightly smaller and darker in color.
There is a large seed inside the berry with
a small amount of pulp.
Tastes like a blend of chocolate and
berries
Growth and Harvest of Acai Berry
It is harvested in the rainforests of
Brazil
The season in Brazil for acai is from
July to January
The berries are unique because they
grow in bunches like a banana
A single palm tree can grow between
three to eight bunches of Acai Berries at
a time.
It is hand picked by climbing the palm
tree and removing the branches on
which they grow
Health benefits of Acai
Açaí pulp contains 10 times the
anthocyanins of red wine per equal
volume
The primary anthocyanin in Açaí is
cyanidin-3 glucoside
Contains a synergy of monounsaturated
(healthy) fats, dietary fiber and
phytosterols
Contains an almost perfect essential
amino acid complex in conjunction with
valuable trace minerals
Health benefits of Acai
Contains Fiber – to promote a
healthy digestive system
Contains valuable phytosterols
Preliminary evidence suggests that
beta-sitosterol (the predominant
sterol in Acai) may help prevent
immune weakness resulting from
severe physical stress
Health benefits of Acai
Açaí is a good source of Essential
Fatty acids
The fatty acid ratio of açaí resembles
that of olive oil
Contains 60% Oleic (Omega 9) a
monounsaturated, essential fatty acid,
helps lower LDL (harmful cholesterol)
while maintaining HDL (beneficial
cholesterol) levels
Contains 12% Linoleic (Omega 6) a
polyunsaturated, essential fatty acid,
has been found to lower both LDL and
HDL levels
Mangosteen
Scientific name :- Garcinia mangostana
Mangosteen is commonly known as "The
Queen of fruits" in parts of Southeast Asia.
Mangosteen fruit consists of a deep purplish
rind, a succulent white pulp (four to eight
segments), and between one and five seeds.
Mangosteen fruit rind, while typically bitter,
contains xanthones and other compounds that
demonstrate impressive health benefits.
The pulp, on the other hand, is pure taste-bud
bliss
The number of stigmas on the bottom of a
mangosteen fruit tells how many segments of
edible flesh are present inside.
Mangosteen
Mangosteen cultivation is currently
limited to Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand,
Vietnam, India and the Philippines
Young trees do not produce fruit
generally until 10 years of age
The trees need humid, tropical
environments to thrive and produce fruit.
The mature tree reaches a height
anywhere between 10 and 25 metres
The fruit gets harvested from a mature
tree twice a year. Mature trees can yield
anywhere from 400 – 900 fruits
Health benefits of mangosteen
The mangosteen has a distinct flavor
that many describe as a mixture of
strawberry, peach and vanilla
The outer shell contains insect-repelling
substances which discourage insect
infestation
The plants have antiviral, antibacterial
and antifungal qualities to protect
themselves
40 known xanthones
Also contains polyphenols, potassium,
calcium and complex B vitamins
Health benefits of mangosteen
The mangosteen has a distinct flavor
that many describe as a mixture of
strawberry, peach and vanilla
The outer shell contains insect-repelling
substances which discourage insect
infestation
The plants have antiviral, antibacterial
and antifungal qualities to protect
themselves
40 known xanthones
Also contains polyphenols, potassium,
calcium and complex B vitamins
Camu Camu
Scientific Name :- Myrciaria dubia
Camu-camu fruit has the highest recorded
amount of natural vitamin C known on
the planet
The fruit is approximately 2 centimeters
in diameter and has a purplish red skin
with a yellow-whitish pulp
The nutritious pulp has a citrus taste
Growth conditions of camu camu
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Camu-camu tree will grow in tropical
and subtropical climates.
Camu-Camu grows mostly in flooded
or swamped areas of the Amazon
rainforest
The plant requires lots of water, but
will withstand flooding and fairly
cold temperatures, though not frost.
Camu-camu trees can continue to bear
fruit for decades
Trees begin to bear fruit after about 4
to 6 years
Camu Camu nutritional facts
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The extraordinarily high Vitamin C content
(in the order of 2-3% of fresh weight) is the
most important property of the Camu
Camu-camu is superior in strengthening the
immune system, energizing and mood-lifting
effects.
Camu-camu, can clear up most cases of
bleeding gums and provide remarkable
energy-boosting effects.
It has the additional benefit of being nonirritating to sensitive stomachs and bladders
In addition to the high Vitamin C content it
contains the amino acids valine, leucine and
serine, and is also rich in flavonoids.
Cocoa fruit
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Cocoa Fruit Pulp has been referred to
as, “The Fruit of the Gods”
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It is made from sound, mature fruit
from the cocoa tree
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Fruit comes from fleshy matrix
surrounding the cocoa bean
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Pale pink, milky appearance, smooth
consistency
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Clean and fresh flavor, with a hint of
sweetness and acidity
Cocoa fruit
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After 2-3 years the tree produces many
cauliflorous flowers
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After pollination of the flowers, the pods
take 5 to 6 months to ripen
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Football-shaped pods hold the sweet fruit
surrounding the bean
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The fruit pods grow directly on the trunk
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Can produce fruit for 75+ years or more
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Tree produces around 40 pods
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Research is underway to study the
beneficial compounds
GAC Fruit
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Scientific Name :- Momordica
cochinchinensis
It is commonly known as Gac, meaning
fruit
It is native of Vietnam
It is large, green, cantaloupe-like fruit
that turns a vibrant, dark orange or red
when ripe-grows and drops through the
vines, scattered beneath a blanket of
foliage.
Gac is a seasonal fruit only available
from September through December.
Nutritional facts of GAC fruit
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Gac contains up to 70 times the amount of
lycopene found in tomatoes.
It has also been found to contain up to 10
times the amount of beta-carotene of carrots
or sweet potatoes.
The carotenoids present in Gac are bound to
long-chain fatty acids, resulting in what is
claimed to be a more bioavailable form.
There has also been recent research that
suggests that Gac contains a protein that
may inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells
Acerola
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Scientific Name :- Malpighia garba
The fruit is bright red, 1.5-2 cm
diameter, containing 2-3 hard seeds.
It is juicy, often as much sour as
sweet in flavor
The Acerola tree grows naturally in
the West Indies, Central America and
northern Latin America.
Acerola Juice is common in Brazil
and Suriname
It's also called Barbados cherry,
Puerto Rican cherry and West Indies
cherry .
Growth and cultivation of acerola
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A bushy shrub up to 20ft. The bush
often form small multi-trunked trees.
Flowers usually appear after periods
of rainfall or irrigation.
Flowering may occur any time during
the year (depending on local rainfall
and climate patterns), and can last
year-round.
After flower set, fruit soon follows
and will ripen in just 3-4 weeks
The fruit prefers to grow in warm to
hot climates, with temperatures
reaching 85-90F.
Trees grow well in slightly acidic soil
Health properties of Acerola
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Acerola is primarily an excellent source
of vitamin C and bioflavonoids.
Rich in carotenoids,
It has substantial antioxidant properties.
Like many plants, acerola has
antibacterial and antifungal properties,
Traditional healers in Suriname used
the leaves to fight dysentery and
diarrhea and liver issues, while the fruit
was used for the treatment of colds and
infections.
Coconuts
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Coconuts are called the “Tree of
Life”
At the time of harvest coconuts are
oval and covered with a smooth
skin.
Underneath this skin is a thick
fibrous layer.
The next layer is the shell of the
seed
Adhering to the inside wall of the
shell, is the coconut "meat“
Coconut cream is derived by
pressing the meat.
The fluid inside the seed cavity is
known as coconut water
Growth and cultivation of coconuts
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Botanical Name : Cocos nucifera
Coconut palm is a tall, slender and
uniformly thick stem
It has a massive crown with large
numbers of leaves, bearing bunches
of nuts in their axils
The fruit is known as a fibrous drupe.
It takes one year for the fruit to
mature
The coconut palm blooms 13 times a
year yielding on an average 60 nuts
per year.
They require high humidity, regular
rainfall, and warm temperatures to
thrive.
Coconut cream
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Coconut cream is the emulsion
extracted from mature endosperm
(kernel) of the coconut fruit with or
without any addition of coconut
water/water
Coconut cream is a special treat for
those who love a smooth and fibrous
mouthfeel.
It can enhance the aroma and taste of
the dishes.
Coconut cream
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It is a myth that fat is bad. It is the
type of fat that is bad
Saturated fats found in coconuts are
composed predominantly of mediumchain fatty acids (MCFA).
Approximately 50% of the fatty acids
in coconut are made up of lauric acid
When lauric acid in coconut cream
converts to monolaurin (an anti-viral,
anti-bacterial, and anti-protozoal
mono-glyceride), it boosts the
immune system and defends the body
against many viruses
It promotes normal brain
development and contributes to
healthier and stronger bones
Coconut Water
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Coconut water is the clear, free
flowing liquid obtained from the
inside of a coconut.
It is the purest liquid second only to
water. It is naturally filtered for nine
months through the dense fibers of
the coconut.
Coconut water is naturally sterile,
has five essential electrolytes, no fat,
no cholesterol and no added
preservatives
It is excellent for replacing lost
electrolytes from exercise and illness
Coconut water
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For more than 4,000 years, coconut
water has been revered as a natural
source of nutrition, wellness, beauty
and hydration.
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Coconut water is one of the highest
sources of
electrolytes known to man
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It is a natural isotonic beverage with
identical levels of electrolytes that we
carry in our blood.
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In times of famine and war, coconut
water has been used as an intravenous
fluid and saved many lives.
Labeling of Coconut water
Coconut water can be safely labeled as 100% fruit juice.
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According to the Codex Alimentarius Commission 2004, coconut water can be
included as a fruit juice.
The brix for single strength coconut water is set at 5 by Codex regulations.
The preparation of coconut juice that requires reconstitution of concentrated juices
must be in accordance with the minimum Brix level established in the Annex.
The FDA mandates that coconut be considered a tree nut for labeling purposes
Soursop
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Scientific name :- Annona muricata
The soursop (Spanish guanábana), is
native to Mexico, Central America,
the Caribbean and northern South
America
It is a large, dark-green fruit and the
flesh of the fruit consists of an edible
white pulp and a core of indigestible
black seeds.
The green leathery skin of the soursop
is inedible and covered with pliable
spines, protecting fibrous white
segments of acidic fruit within
Its flavor range from strawberry and
pineapple mixed together to sour
citrus flavor notes contrasting with an
underlying creamy roundness of
flavor reminiscent of coconut or
banana.
Growing conditions of Soursop
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The soursop is adapted to areas of
high humidity and relatively warm
winters and temperatures below 3 °C
can be fatal
The beautiful, shiny-leaved Soursop
can grow up to 12 m (39 ft) tall and
reach 20 cm (0.65 ft) diameter trunk.
The pyramid-shaped tree branches all
the way from the beginning of the
trunk.
Soursop flourishes and bears fruit
throughout the year.
The flowers are waxy, thick and small
with a resemblance to cabbage
Nutritional facts of Soursop
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Nutritionally, the fruit is high in
carbohydrates, particularly fructose.
The fruit contains significant
amounts of vitamin C, vitamin B1,
and vitamin B2.
The fruit, seeds, and leaves have a
number of herbal medicinal uses
among indigenous peoples
The diuretic effects of the ripe fruit
are commonly used as a remedy for
urethritis.
Soursop is used in ice cream, sherbets
and drinks
Baobob Fruit
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Baobab is a fruit that has recently
been approved for use in the EU and
UK.
It grows on the African baobab tree,
and is encased in a thick hard shell.
The fruit pulp itself is white, and is
clumped around seeds and red fibers
inside the shell.
The baobab super-fruit is naturally
dehydrated. The fruit does not need to
be processed, just mechanically
separated and used.
Baobob fruit
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Baobab fruit pulp is the latest novel
food.
Baobab pulp is only about 10% water,
naturally, and contains significantly
more vitamin C than oranges. It has a
very special flavor.
The Baobab fruit pulp has been found
to contain up to 56% water soluble
pectins by weight.
The pulp can be used in baking as
alternative for cream of tartar
The pulp is rich in calcium , iron and
magnesium
The use for Baobab fruit pulp will
mainly be in bars and smoothies.
Recent Self affirmed GRAS status
in US
Umbu
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Umbu is native to northeast Brazil
It is famous for its unique taste
The round fruit is light yellow to red
in color, around 2-4 cm in size. The
flesh is soft and juicy, with a sweet
taste and distinct aroma.
When ripe, the flavor is juicy and
suggestive of that of an orange; but, if
eaten before it is fully ripe, it is
slightly acidic .
Umbu can be eaten fresh or made into
jams or other sweetened preserves
like fruit cheese.
The fruit is ideal for mixing with
gooseberries or plums and is used in
fruit juices, jams and sorbets.
Lulo
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Lulo is an immensely popular fruit in
Colombia and Ecuador, producing
fruits all year-round.
The fruits are similar to tomato, but
have yellowish-orange skin and green
flesh
The fruit have a citrus flavor,
sometimes described as a
combination of rhubarb and lime.
The juice of the naranjillas is green
and is often used as a beverage.
Lulo contains calcium, phosphorous
and iron in addition to vitamins B and
C.
It has a great potential to become the
newest taste sensation and is suitable
for various food applications like
yogurts, juices, jams, etc.
Product development
• Novel and exotic tropical fruits draw consumers looking
for “something different.”
• Tropical Fruits possess a positive nutritional profile and a
“good-for-you” image, the possibilities for product
development are endless
• The beverage category—notably fruit smoothies, bubble
teas, juices and nectars—presents numerous opportunities
for use of tropical fruits.
• They can also be used in various food products like sorbet
and ice cream, jams and jellies, chutney, breads and
muffins, soups and marinades, pancakes and waffles, and
fruit leathers.
Challenges of using these exotic
fruits
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Cost
Seasonal fluctuations
Limited availability
Processing and shelf stability
Nutritional losses
Allergen and labelling status
Conclusions
• “Eat your fruits and vegetables” is a statement that
has been heard in every household.
• Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins,
minerals, fiber and other substances that are
important for good health.
• Tropical fruits are highly versatile and taste delicious
in both sweet and savory dishes.
• The hunger for new and interesting foods has helped
more tropical fruits find their way into mainstream
American diets and the list of new fruits entering
markets continues to grow.
Questions
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