Captain Cereal

Innovative & nutritional cocoa flavored breakfast cereal made of lentil flour

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A passion for creation

“Captain Cereal” is a students’ group idea and vision of AUTh’s Chemical Engineering Department. It was created in the context of the national student’s competition “Ecotrophelia”.

Innovation

“Captain Cereal” heralds a new dawn in the realm of wholesome breakfast options, fashioned from lentil flour and fortified with calcium extracted from eggshell powder, boasting a delectable cocoa essence and a satisfyingly crisp texture.

Harnessing the potential of eggshells, a by-product of various industries that would otherwise languish as waste, alongside the nutritional prowess of lentil flour, renowned for its abundance in protein and iron, this creation emerges as an epitome of innovation, health consciousness, and environmental responsibility. Bolstering its credentials further is its commendably low glycemic index, a testament to the thoughtful substitution of honey for sugar as a sweetening agent.

Health & Nutrition facts

“Captain Cereal” according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011 and EU Regulation 1924/2006

  1. Rich in calcium: 335mg per portion (>15%,800mg/day)
  2. High in fiber: 6,8g/100g of product(>6g)
  3. Rich in iron: 6,1g per portion (>15%, 14mg/day)
  4. Low saturated fat: 0,7g/100g product (<1,5 g/100g of product)
  5. Source pf protein: 17% of total calories (>15% of total calories)
  6. Low glycemic index: 30,5 (<55)

Environmental Impact

“Captain Cereal” can be described as eco-friendly on two different levels: the production process and the packaging. “Captain Cereal” is a sustainable product because it is based on eggshell utilization, which is a by-product. Regarding the packaging, Specifically, the SBS paperboard and the PLA bag are biodegradable and recyclable. Also, PLA is polymer with no toxins. It can be created from corn, cassava, sugar cane, pulp and other organic renewable sources, like biomass. Production of PLA needs 65% less energy than other conventional polymers, like polyethylene, polypropylene or polystyrene and emits 68% less greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide.

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