Formulation and Evaluation of Nutraceutical Dosage form from Moringa oleifera, Amaranthus caudatus, and Fagopyrum esculentum

Abstract

Background: Recent years have seen a rise in the popularity of nutraceutical foods and related items as the
importance of nutrition for health and wellness has come to light. Their potential health benefits, which extend
beyond basic nutrition, make them extremely important in the control and management of health disorders.
Nutraceutical foods are extremely rich in vital components, such as micronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and
antioxidants. These components not only have a high nutritional value but also support healthy immune and
physiological systems, which can help prevent disorders related to nutrition. Objectives: This study employs three
potential crops – Fagopyrum esculentum, Amaranthus caudatus, and Moringa oleifera – to generate and assess
nutraceutical granules. The exceptional nutritional profiles of these crops, which contain a range of bioactive
compounds, amino acids, minerals, and vitamins, are well known. Materials and Methods: The granules were
made using the wet granulation technique using different binders (potato and maize starch), and they were then
examined for a number of assessment characteristics. Results: The nutraceutical granules showed improved
physicochemical and micrometric capabilities compared to their powdered versions, the findings showed. It
was found that the granules’ in vitro disintegration profile may reach 99.62%. Conclusion: Because of their
exceptional mineral (iron) content, they are affordable and practical alternatives to the traditional formulations
that are available for the therapy of nutritional problems such as iron deficiency anemia.