Effect of Supplementing with Nelumbo Nucifera Petals Products on Promoting Hair Growth in Adolescent Girls

Authors

  • Mrs. A. Marithangam
  • Dr. T. Renisheya Joy Jeba Malar

Keywords:

Nelumbo nucifera, lotus petals,, adolescent girls, hair growth,, dietary supplementation, phytochemicals

Abstract

Hair loss among adolescent girls is an emerging nutritional and health concern influenced by dietary
deficiencies, stress, hormonal imbalance, and lifestyle factors. The present study aimed to develop value-
added products using Nelumbo nucifera petals and evaluate their effectiveness in promoting hair growth
among adolescent girls. Three products namely Nelumbo Blossom Chai (T1), Nelumbo Blossom
Gulkand (T2), and Nelumbo Blossom Mix Powder (T3) were prepared and standardized. Organoleptic
evaluation, shelf-life study, nutrient analysis, phytochemical analysis, and microbial assessment were
carried out. A supplementation study was conducted among adolescent girls in and around Thoothukudi
district, Tamil Nadu. Results revealed that T3 exhibited higher overall acceptability (61%) compared to
T1 and T2. Supplementation with Nelumbo Blossom Mix Powder showed improvement in hair growth
and reduction in hair fall among the respondents. The study concludes that Nelumbo nucifera petals can
be effectively utilized as a functional dietary supplement for promoting hair health among adolescent
girls.

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Published

2025-07-07

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Mrs. A. Marithangam, & Dr. T. Renisheya Joy Jeba Malar. (2025). Effect of Supplementing with Nelumbo Nucifera Petals Products on Promoting Hair Growth in Adolescent Girls. The Bioscan, 20(Special Issue-3), 2290–2295. Retrieved from https://thebioscan.com/index.php/pub/article/view/6095

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Vol. 20 No. Special Issue-3 (2025): Volume 20 Special Issue 3 July (2025)

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