MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202511114982 A) filed by Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab, on Nov. 21, 2025, for 'gluten-free nutritional bar using puffed millets and cocoa-rich compound.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. Mohit Singla; Dr. Palak Mahajan; Rahul Thakur; Ishu; and Mahendra Singh Bisht.
The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The disclosed invention relates to a high-protein, gluten-free millet-based energy bar formulated through a scientifically optimized composition using a full factorial design (2). The bar integrates puffed millets (ragi, bajra, jowar) as the carbohydrate base, 12% whey protein isolate for complete amino acid enrichment, 6% cocoa powder, and 25% jaggery syrup as natural sweeteners and binders. It further incorporates superfoods including chia, sunflower, and pumpkin seeds along with dried berries for enhanced antioxidant and micronutrient content. Natural stabilizers such as CMC and GMS ensure texture uniformity and shelf stability without synthetic additives. The formulation achieves superior sensory scores (8.0/9) for taste, texture, and appearance, offering a clean-label, nutritionally balanced snack suitable for athletes, children, and health-conscious consumers. The present invention represents a sustainable, scientifically validated solution for next-generation functional food products."
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