María Orosa

thumb|right|María Ylagan Orosa María Orosa e Ylagan (November 29, 1893 – February 13, 1945) was a Filipina food technologist, pharmaceutical chemist, humanitarian, and war heroine. She experimented with foods native to the Philippines, and during World War II developed Soyalac (a nutrient rich drink from soybeans) and darak (cookies made from rice bran, packed with vitamin B-1, which prevents beriberi disease), which she also helped smuggle into Japanese-run internment camps that helped save the lives of thousands of Filipinos, Americans, and other nationals. She invented banana ketchup. Quotes Food is an indispensable factor to the health and strength of a people in time of war or time of peace. It deserves a most important consideration in the planning of our national defense. International Women's Month (2024) My place is here. I cannot in conscience abandon my work and my girls. The American Home Front and World War II Eat well, consume nutritious foods such as meat, eggs and milk, if available in the morning. Don't overexert yourself and get enough sleep. New York Times External links Category:1893 births Category:1945 deaths Category:Chemists from the Philippines Category:Women scientists from the Philippines Category:Women born in the 19th century