Aimed at improving the immunity stages of men and women, the Department of Publish-Harvest Know-how, Kerala Agricultural University has released Jeevani — a health drink in the sector.

The products has been formulated from horticultural crops with verified health gains and immunity boosting qualities these types of as aonia (Indian gooseberry), lemon, ginger, turmeric and black pepper.

The lively components in these crops these types of as Vitamin C and flavanoids in lemon, zingiberin in ginger, curcumin in turmeric and piperine in black pepper are recognised to have antioxidant and immune-protective qualities.

KAU in a statement said that Jeevani is 100 for each cent natural and devoid of any preservatives, artificial foods additives or synthetic colourants. Jeevani has been formulated the two in sweet and salty flavours. The caloric value of the products is also very low. Less than ambient place circumstances, the products can be saved for just one thirty day period without having spoilage and 6 months underneath refrigerated circumstances. The products can be advisable as a health drink for men and women of all ages, KAU said.

The products is out there at the KAU sales outlet at the primary campus in Vellanikara and is priced at ₹140 for 500 ml.