Pili (Canarium Ovatum) Peel Extract as Milk Tea

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Bicol (Region V) accounts for 82 percent of national pili production, the bulk of which comes from Sorsogon, hence, the province has been dubbed as "commodity champion" for pili. The processed pili kernel is delicious, thus, it can be used in the production of many food products. It is also a source of edible oil of excellent quality for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and for salad dressing. The pulp of pili is used as vegetable, pickle, flour, puree, sauce, and feeds for swine. The shell is used as fuel, growing medium for orchids and anthuriums, and crafted as fashion accessories. So, the researchers conducted this to discover new products from pili as the main ingredient.

METHODS

This study employed experimental research design to determine the acceptability of pili peel extract as a tea. Survey questionnaires were given to different respondents.

RESULTS

The researchers compared the commercialized milk tea to their own product which is pili peel extract as milk tea. The researchers identified the acceptability of pili peel extract as milk tea, its level of satisfaction and the recommendations to be done in making pili peel extract as milk tea. The choices of the respondents were tallied and computed fairly. The result showed that 20 of the respondents in Bula National High School said that the pili peel extract as milk tea is accepted. In terms of deliciousness, the respondents said that it is highly accepted. For the presentation of product, the respondents said that it is highly accepted, presentable, and attractive. The researchers used the T-Test for the Statistical tool for the computation to interpret data.

DISCUSSIONS

Pili peel (Canarium ovatum) tea is an experimental study which aim to determine the effectiveness of Pili peel making a tea product. Pili contains high protein nutrient content that can really help people maintain healthy bodies. Pili peel tea reached the expectation of its acceptability as a quality product with regards to the taste, presentation and quality.