DEVELOPMENT OF NUTRITIONALLY DEFINED METABOLIC DIETS FOR AEROSPACE TRAVEL

Abstract

Data compiled during the development of a nutrient defined diet in various flavors and physical forms are presented. The formulation of a liquid form of this diet including the nutrient composition, emulsion stability, antifoaming agents, flavor selection, and the techniques of packaging are discussed. An assessment of the organoleptic quality of the liquid nutrient defined diet by taste panel experts revealed a rating of 6.0 or above for the vanilla and chocolate flavors using a 9 point hedonic scale. Although slightly acceptable to taste panelists, this diet needs major flavor improvement if it is to be considered for use as the sole nutrient source for humans for prolonged periods of time. At the present time, this nutrient defined formulation is considered the best available liquid diet for sole support of humans in aerospace systems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1965
Accession Number
AD0635499

Entities

People

  • H. A. Dymsza
  • H. Hollender
  • M. Klicka

Organizations

  • United States Army Soldier Systems Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acceptability
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Biomedical Research
  • Carbohydrates
  • Chocolate
  • Classification
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Emulsions
  • Food
  • Governments
  • Oils
  • Packaging
  • Physical Properties
  • Plant Oils
  • Security

Fields of Study

  • Agricultural and Food sciences

Readers

  • Exercise and Sports Science.
  • Gender and Food Studies
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space