• Monica.s
• Anu Ranjani Panneer Selvam
• Dr.P.S Prathibha

The present study is aimed at formulating jelly using plantain leaf extract. Plantain leaves are parts of a banana tree and are considered to be nutritional and healthy as banana fruits. They are easily available in various parts of India and are used in multiple ways. Plantain (Plantago sp.) is a large genus of plants with over 200 different species. Plantain leaves are a popular ingredient in many parts of the world. It may also have potential uses for human health. They are a potential source of rutin, a plant flavonoid that has anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidative effects. This essential flavonoid is present in plantain leaves and may benefit diabetics by managing their glucose levels and preventing any risk of related complications. Plantain leaves also help break down the maltose, a type of sugar, in the body whose increased amount indicates diabetes. The plantain leaf extract is full of tannins, aucubin, which is an iridoid glycoside, and mucilage. It is also full of vitamins and minerals that are especially good for the heart. The vitamins and minerals present in it reduce inflammation and potassium content in it helps regulate blood pressure and maintain a healthy heart function. It maintains the cell and body fluid that controls the heart rate thus reducing the risk of heart problems and controls cholesterol level. Because of its numerous therapeutic effects, its Surplus availability and lack of awareness among people about its consumption there is reduced usage of plantain leaves. Hence the formulation of plantain leaf infused jelly may act as a suitable vehicle to reach many consumers.

Plantain leaf jelly, plantain leaf extract, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, controls cholesterol level.

"Plantain Leaf Jelly", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no.i534-i537, March-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403866.pdf

"Plantain Leaf Jelly", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no. ppi534-i537, March-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403866.pdf