Level of Acceptability of Tomato Rice Bread Among Grade 12 Home Economics Students in Bestlink College of the Philippines

Vol.3, No.1D

Abstract

This research aims to develop innovative, healthier breads and goods unavailable on the market. Tomato Rice Bread is a novel food with several health advantages, including Vitamin C, Potassium, Folate, and Vitamin K. This product's major ingredients are tomato and rice, and we wish to produce it so that people may consume nutritious meals like Nutribun. Tomato rice bread can also be used as alternative nutritional bread to distribute to children in the feeding program. The researchers used a quantitative-descriptive research design. This study aims to determine the level of acceptability of tomato rice bread among grade 12 home economics students of Bestlink College of the Philippines. It is important to determine if the students will accept the tomato rice bread in terms of taste and appearance. The sampling technique used was stratified sampling, and the data were collected from the respondents using a questionnaire. 

Based on the findings, both genders have 25 respondents, equal to 50. Most respondents are 16-18 years old, and most are from HE 1202 HRS. The respondents agree that the tomato rice bread tastes good and looks good. The findings show that many students agree that the tomato rice bread is appetizing with rice and bread and that rice is a significant additive to bread. Most respondents agree that eating tomato rice bread will provide them with health advantages such as protecting their cells from damage, lowering their risk of heart disease and stroke, and maintaining bone health. The results yielded significance to the following stakeholders: for the students to eat more healthy foods like Tomato Rice Bread and avoid eating junk foods or unhealthy foods. The teachers should encourage students to be more aware of the benefits of the foods they eat or teach them the significance of eating healthy foods. Parents should be the first to urge their children to consume nutritious foods and not to be hesitant to try new cuisines that they are unfamiliar with. The administration should hold a seminar or orientation on developing an innovative food product.