The Acceptability of Squash

THE ACCEPTABILITY OF SQUASH (CUCURBITA MAXIMA) CHIPS AS
AN ALTERNATIVE TO COMMERCIALIZED CHIPS
In Partial Fulfillment
Of the Requirement for the Subject
Capstone Project
By:
Ballesteros, Olive Jhoy P.
Domingo, Reymark G
Domingo, Sherine Lea P.
Laureta, Jessa Mae A.
Laureta, Kristine T..
Manuel, John Michael F.
Marcos, Erica Jane C.
Quilang, Mary Rose Ann
Reginaldo, Mylene M.
Santos John Mark N.
ABSTRACT
The study entitled, “Kalabasa (Cucurbita Maxima) Chips as an alternative to Potato

Chips”was conceptualized to realize that potatoes aren't the only food that can be used to make
chips; other vegetables, such as squash, can also be utilized. This experimental research tested
the acceptability of Squash kalabasa chips as an alternative to commercialized chips.
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
People, particularly food lovers who enjoy eating crunchy foods, became fans of the
goodies. Chips are one of the most enjoyable foods to consume while watching television,
completing homework, or playing mobile games, and other activities. The chips come in a
variety of flavors to suit the tastes of different people. George Crum invented the food we know
as potato chips in 1853.
According to Knechtgets (2012)'s Eat Your Veggies Behavioral Theory, children require
more nutrients from fruits and vegetables than any other population. However, they struggle to
keep their fork out of their mouth makes this difficult, and parents must figure out how to work
around their children's dinner table protests.
What we call kalabasa in the Philippines can be Cucurbita moschata or Cucurbita maxima.
Originally from tropical America (where it is called calabaza) where manyregions were also Spanish colonies, it is
reasonable to assume that it was the Spaniards that introduced calabaza to the country. According to Jocson
and Soriano (2014), squash is one of those vegetables that is nutritious, and the supply of squash
is abundant because it is a popular food in the Philippines. Its yellowish color shows that it is
high in nutrients such as vitamin A and C, as well as beta-carotene, which helps to prevent
cancer, heart disease, and inflammation in conditions like arthritis and asthma.
The researchers hope to create an edible and delightful snack for everyone, especially
children and people who are prone to overeating junk foods, based on the above theories and
observations. To realize that potatoes aren't the only food that can be used to make chips; other
vegetables, such as squash, can also be utilized.
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the kalabasa chips' acceptability in terms of
appearance, flavor, crispiness, and shelf life. The purpose of the study paper is to introduce new
types of chips to the market in order to create a new product for the producers. This research will
also assist parents in giving their children kalabasa, a high-beta-carotene and vitamin-rich
vegetable.
As stated by Escarez, Magsino and De Castro (2009), Cucurbita maxima or squash is a
chief source of vitamin A. Squash fruits contain some nutritional compounds for human feeding
such as moderate quantity of mineral salts like Potassium (K), Phosphorus (P), Magnesium (Mg),
Iron (Fe) and Selenium (Se), while the seeds contain unsaturated fatty acids and some minerals.
Pumpkin fruits are rich sources of vitamins C, E, B6, K, thiamine, riboflavin, and niacin.
This research will benefit health-conscious people by providing sufficient nourishment and will have
a significant impact on the development of most cultures around the world.
They chose this product since the major ingredient squash contains many vitamins and nutrients that
aid in the maintenance of good health skin, clear vision, and protection against lung and mouth
cancer.
these squash chips taste good and they’re good for you.
Squash chips are a healthy snack alternative to

regular chips and they pack a ton of flavor.
These easy baked veggie chips are a crispy side
dish or great for late night snacking.
According to Eat your Veggies Behavioral Theory by Knechtgets (2012) children need nutrients found in
fruits and vegetables more than any other population, but their fight to keep fork out of their mouth
makes it difficult, and parents need to figure out how to work around their dinner table protests.
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Eat your Veggies Behavioral Theory by Knechtgets (2012)

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THE ACCEPTABILITY OF SQUASH (CUCURBITA MAXIMA) CHIPS AS

AN ALTERNATIVE TO COMMERCIALIZED CHIPS

The study entitled, “Kalabasa (Cucurbita Maxima) Chips as an alternative to Potato

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

as potato chips in 1853.

around their children's dinner table protests.

vegetables, such as squash, can also be utilized.

As stated by Escarez, Magsino and De Castro (2009), Cucurbita maxima or squash is a

Squash chips are a healthy snack alternative to

Eat your Veggies Behavioral Theory by Knechtgets (2012)

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