Chapter I

Introduction

In this modern world of technology the price of products becomes challenge to every user
particularly the scarcity of resources in order to address the demands of the consumers.
Nowadays shortage of rice is a big problem we face specially in the modernized and
industrialized countries throughout the world. Even the government encourage young scientist or
even a researcher to discover things that can be useful and answer to the needs of social changes.
Yam is the common name for some plant species in the genus Dioscorea (family Dioscoreaceae)
that form edible tubers.Yams are monocots, related to lilies and grasses. Native to Africa and
Asia, yam tubers vary in size from that of a small potato to over 60 kg (130 lb).
The Ube is commonly eaten in the Philippines. Ube crops begin when whole seed tubers
or tuber portions are planted into the mounds or ridges at the beginning of the rainy seasons. Ube
typically grows for six to ten months and is dormant for two to four months. It only depends on
what type of Ube. Ube production requires high labor Ube is considered organic since it belongs
to the family of starchy vegetables and other root vegetables. Organic products are grown in
environmentally friendly ways. Toxic or persistent pesticides and other agricultural chemicals are
prohibited. This focuses on renewable resources and by conserving soil, water and other natural
resources. Avoiding agricultural chemicals is one of the top reasons to eat organic food.
Environmental effects are also a strong reason to buy and eat organic products.
This vegetable is known as ratalu or violet yam or the Moraga Surprise. In Japan this is
called murasakiimo. Ube is now used in a variety of desserts, as well as a flavour for ice cream,
milk, Swiss rolls, tarts, cookies, cakes, and other pastries. Sweet potato or yam has a rich history

and interesting origin. It is one of the oldest vegetables known to mankind. Scientists believe that
sweet potato was domesticated thousands of years ago in Central America.
The said crop was introduced into China in the late 16th century and spread through Asia,
Africa, and Latin America during the 17th and 18th centuries. It's hardy, has broad adaptability,
and its planting material can be multiplied quickly from very few roots. It is now grown in more
developing countries than any other root crop. Sweet potato has secondary centers of genetic
diversity. These are geographical areas where the crop evolved separately from its American
ancestors. In Papua New Guinea and in other parts of Asia, many types of sweet potato can be
found that are genetically distinct from those found in the Americas.

A. Statement of Purpose
The Researchers want to find out if a person can survive a day by eating only the root
crop and not rice. To find the relation between the root crop and rice, the researchers want to
learn more about the benefits of the said crop.

B. Thesis Statement.
The researchers want to prove that the said crop can provide a more sustained form of
energy and gives better protection against obesity and diabetes.

Chapter II

Background of the study

Relating to our drama in modern worlds. We had observed that crisis, financiallywas on
the top rank on the numbers of listed problems here in our country.
Ube can actually be used and may serve as a substitute for rice which contains
carbohydrates that is a main nutrient in our diet. An Ube is a good and safe source of energy for a
100 g of Ube provides 118 calories which has a 12 point difference compared to rice, with this a
person could actually survive a day or two making Ube as a substitute for rice.
However, Poverty is still a big problem we are experiencing here in the Philippines.
Since many rural areas cant still afford rice because of shortage it result to a steep rise in prices.
Rice is one of the leading food crops of the world and the staple food for over half of the worlds
population which is a carbohydrate source while root crops is High in vitamins and minerals that
they absorb from the ground, they are full of nutrients and are an excellent source of fiber.
Aside from that, Ube is a good source of energy. Fresh root also contains good amounts
of anti-oxidant vitamin. Vitamin A is present in the said crop and it has many functions like
maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin, night vision, growth and protection from lung
and oral cavity cancer.
In Additional, The said crop is considered organic because it is belong to the vegetable
family, The researcher choose the said crop because aside from it contains a large amount of
vitamins and antioxidants, the said crop is safe and pure organic.

The seed crop are perishable and bulky to transport. Farmers who do not buy new seed
yams, usually set aside up to 30 percent of their harvest for planting the next year. Yam typically
grows for six to ten months and is dormant for two to four months, depending on the species.
Ube is now used in a variety of desserts, as well as a flavor for ice cream, milk, Swiss rolls, tarts,
cookies, cakes, and other pastries. So the researchers decided to make an Ube cream to be
unique.

Comparative Analysis
Brown rice and sweet potatoes are high in carbohydrates. A 1/2-cup serving of brown rice
contains about 23 grams of carbs, while one medium sweet potato contains 24 grams. Unlike
simple carbs, which are digested quickly, complex carbs are digested slowly and do not cause a
rapid rise in blood sugar. This slow digestion gives you steady energy levels. Vitamin A is also
known as retinol. This is taken from the root word "retina," which gives the eye its color. Sweet
potatoes beat brown rice drastically in vitamin A content. A medium-sized sweet potato contains
nearly 440 percent of the daily intake of vitamin A, whereas brown rice has none. Vitamin C is
similar to vitamin A in that it is only found in sweet potatoes. One medium potato contains 37
percent of the recommended daily intake. Sweet potatoes have a slight edge when it comes to
fiber content. A medium-sized potato has 4 grams. A medium-sized sweet potato has 2 grams of
protein and daily intake of protein is higher in men than women.

Chapter III

Methodology
Materials/Ingredients

Mortar and Pestle

Ube
Condensed Milk

Procedures
1.) Boil the Ube

3.) Cool it down to peel it off

pestle this time and add 6 tsp condensed milk.

2.) Wait for it to cool down

4.) Smash the Ube using the mortar and

5.) Put it in a cellophane

6.) Put it in the refrigerator

Chapter IV

Result
The researchers found out that an Ube cream has a lot to offer, it has a lot of
capabilities that, we never thought a mere Ube cream could do. The Ube Cream, despite the fact
that it is a well known additive to a certain desserts, is indeed sustainable, on top of that a
capable candidate that could be eaten as an alternative rice because its rich in carbohydrates.
Even the respondents ate a small amount like 10-15 grams of the said Ube cream stated that it
could really satisfy the stomach. The respondents of the researchers Ube cream said that aside
from its delicious, it was somehow extraordinary.

Chapter V

Conclusion
The researchers found out that an Ube that is cheapest but a high quality organic
plant/crop could actually produce itself as an alternative rice and that it could actually benefit the
testers or users. Aside from that it can also be planted in our backyards where in we could have
easy access of the said alternative rice during crisis, and that Organic is better than artificial that
the researchers can recommended.

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