DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
The present disclosure relates to a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid in balancing Pitta dosha in the general population.

BACKGROUND
According to Ayurveda, human health is determined by the balance of three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These doshas represent different combinations of the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and ether) and are associated with various physical and psychological characteristics. Pitta dosha is primarily composed of the elements fire and water, and it is associated with qualities such as heat, intensity, sharpness and transformation. When Pitta dosha is in balance, it promotes qualities like intelligence, energy and strong digestion. However, an imbalance in the Pitta dosha can lead to various physical and emotional issues.

Today’s unhealthy dietary habits and erratic lifestyle cause an imbalance in the Pitta dosha resulting in burning sensations, indigestion, inflammation, redness, hotness, tenderness, discolorations (like greenish/bluish), skin and blood toxins, poor liver and intestine activity, bleeding disorders, irritability, etc. Ayurveda suggests various approaches such as eating nourishing, cooling and easily digestible foods, maintaining a stress-free lifestyle, engaging in relaxing activities, staying hydrated, and using herbal remedies to help in balancing the Pitta dosha. However, in today’s busy schedule following a daily routine and healthy dietary habits may not be always feasible.

At present, there is no single commercially available food item which addresses the aforementioned issues/concerns. It would be beneficial if there is a cooling, nutritious and easily digestible food item, such as a soup, containing Ayurvedic herbs which aids in balancing of Pitta dosha in the general population.

It is also a need to address the challenge of incorporating medicinal herbs into the diet in a safe and effective manner, while also ensuring that the soup is appealing to the palates.

There is therefore need for a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid in balancing Pitta dosha in the general population. There is also a need for a soup which provides essential macronutrients and micronutrients, and promotes overall well-being in people. There is also a need for a soup preparation which overcomes drawbacks of commercially available food items, and provides an Ayurvedic soup comprising nutritious and delicious ingredients with medicinal herbs, and eliminates the use of additives, preservatives, sugar, saturated fat and excessive sodium.

OBJECTS
Accordingly, an object of the present disclosure is to provide a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which overcomes the afore-listed drawbacks of commercially available soups, and provides an Ayurvedic soup comprising nutritious and delicious ingredients with medicinal herbs which offers an effective way to aid balancing of Pitta dosha in the general population, and is presented in a convenient form so that it can be easily integrated into daily meals.

Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which addresses the challenge of incorporating medicinal herbs in the diet in a safe and effective manner and provides a practical solution for individuals seeking to enhance their diet with herbal remedies without the bitterness or strong flavors that can be off-putting.

Yet another object of the present disclosure is to provide a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which eliminates use of additives, preservatives, coloring agents, sugar, saturated fat and excessive sodium, thereby promoting stability and well-being.
One more object of the present disclosure is to provide a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which is gentle on the digestive system suitable for people experiencing Pitta imbalances such as heartburn, acid reflux or dermatitis, and helps in improving digestion to mitigate issues such as excess stomach acid, skin rashes and inflammation.

Other objects and advantages of the present disclosure will be more apparent from the following description.

SUMMARY
The present disclosure relates to a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid balancing of Pitta dosha in the general population. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup composition comprises at least one grain, pulse and/or legume, at least one vegetable, at least one tempering ingredient, at least one garnishing ingredient, and an herbal composition.

According to the present disclosure, the herbal composition comprises Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), Sandalwood (Santalum album), Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), Neem (Azadirachta indica), and Amla (Emblica officinalis). Preferably, the herbal composition is in a form selected from decoction, juice, powder, and combination thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises the herbal composition in a proportion in the range of about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.).

According to a preferred embodiment, the herbal composition comprises about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Sandalwood (Santalum album), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Neem (Azadirachta indica), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amla (Emblica officinalis).

According to the present disclosure, the grain, pulse and/or legume can be selected from barley, rice, moong beans, toor dal, whole green moong dal, barley flakes, horse gram, black urad dal, chana dal, whole black masoor, masoor dal, ragi, black gram, red lentil, broken wheat, red rice, yellow moong dal, moth (matki) beans, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises yellow and/or green moong dal, red rice and moth beans in a proportion in the range of about 20 to 70 % (by wt.).

According to the present disclosure, the vegetable can be selected from carrot, spinach, ash gourd, long beans, green peas, pumpkin, pointed gourd, onion, drumstick, sweet potato, lotus rhizome, radish, bottle gourd, white onion, beetroot, ridge gourd, ginger, garlic, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises pointed gourd and ridge gourd in a proportion in the range of about 5 to 30 % (by wt.).

According to the present disclosure, the tempering ingredient can be selected from mustard oil, sesame oil, ghee, coconut oil, mustard seeds, roasted flax seeds, white sesame seeds, caraway seeds, kalonji (nigella) seeds, fenugreek seeds, poppy seeds, asafoetida, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, bay leaves, mace, nutmeg, cumin seeds, cumin powder, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom, curry leaves, onion, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, coriander powder, roasted flax seeds powder, cardamom powder, fennel seeds powder, sea salt, black salt, rock salt, turmeric, coriander leaves, drumstick leaves, mint leaves, lemon grass, kokum (dried), almond, black raisin, coconut milk, jaggery, lemon juice, rose water, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, vegetable stock, water, and combinations thereof.

Preferably, the soup composition comprises tempering ingredients including ghee, curry leaves, coriander powder, cinnamon, rock salt, black pepper, vegetable stock and/or water.

According to the present disclosure, the garnishing ingredient can be selected from fresh coriander leaves, coconut milk, rose water, rose petals, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, gulkand, cardamom powder, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises the tempering ingredient and the garnishing ingredient in a proportion in the range of about 1 to 10 % (by wt.).

According to a preferred embodiment, the soup composition is an easy-to-digest, nutrient-dense composition which aids in improved digestion, balanced Pitta dosha and improved nutrient absorption. The soup composition is formulated with a synergistic blend of specific ingredients and medicinal herbs which help in effectively balancing the Pitta dosha. The soup composition is presented in a convenient palatable form to be easily integrated into daily meals. The soup provides a practical solution for individuals seeking to enhance their diet with herbal remedies without the bitterness or strong flavors that can be off-putting. The natural ingredients support overall health and ensure that the soup is gentle on the digestive system suitable for people experiencing Pitta imbalances such as heartburn, acid reflux or dermatitis, and helps in improving digestion to mitigate issues such as excess stomach acid, skin rashes or inflammation.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
The present disclosure will now be described with the help of limited embodiments and/or examples, such embodiments and/or examples must not, in any manner, be construed to limit the ambit and scope of the disclosure.

The present disclosure relates to a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid balancing of Pitta dosha in the general population. The Ayurvedic soup with Pitta dosha balancing formulation offers a unique and innovative way to maintain the balance of the Pitta dosha. The soup addresses the challenge of incorporating medicinal herbs into the diet in a safe and effective manner, while also ensuring that the soup is appealing to the palates.

The soup composition is formulated with a synergistic blend of specific ingredients including grains, legumes, vegetables, spices, and a polyherbal composition, which help in effectively balancing the Pitta dosha and improving nutrient absorption. The soup composition is presented in a convenient palatable form to be easily integrated into daily meals. The soup provides a practical solution for individuals seeking to enhance their diet with herbal remedies without the bitterness or strong flavors that can be off-putting. The natural ingredients support overall health and ensure that the soup is gentle on the digestive system.

The soup composition may comprise: (i) grains, pulses and/or legumes; (ii) vegetables; (iii) tempering ingredients; (iv) garnishing ingredients; and (v) an herbal composition.

The grains, pulses and/or legumes can be selected from barley, rice, moong beans, toor dal, whole green moong dal, barley flakes, horse gram, black urad dal, chana dal, whole black masoor, masoor dal, ragi, black gram, red lentil, broken wheat, red rice, yellow moong dal, moth (matki) beans, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises yellow and/or green moong dal, red rice and moth beans in a proportion in the range of about 20 to 70 % (by wt.).

The vegetables can be selected from carrot, spinach, ash gourd, long beans, green peas, pumpkin, pointed gourd, onion, drumstick, sweet potato, lotus rhizome, radish, bottle gourd, white onion, beetroot, ridge gourd, ginger, garlic, and combinations thereof. Preferably, the soup composition comprises pointed gourd and ridge gourd in a proportion in the range of about 5 to 30 % (by wt.).

The tempering ingredients can be selected from mustard oil, sesame oil, ghee, coconut oil, mustard seeds, roasted flax seeds, white sesame seeds, caraway seeds, kalonji (nigella) seeds, fenugreek seeds, poppy seeds, asafoetida, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, bay leaves, mace, nutmeg, cumin seeds, cumin powder, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom, curry leaves, onion, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, coriander powder, roasted flax seeds powder, cardamom powder, fennel seeds powder, sea salt, black salt, rock salt, turmeric, coriander leaves, drumstick leaves, mint leaves, lemon grass, almond, black raisin, lemon juice, coconut milk, rose water, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, vegetable stock, water, and combinations thereof.

Preferably, the tempering ingredients in the soup composition comprise ghee, curry leaves, coriander powder, cinnamon, rock salt, black pepper, vegetable stock and/or water.

The garnishing ingredients can be selected from fresh coriander leaves, coconut milk, rose water, rose petals, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, gulkand, cardamom powder, and combinations thereof.

Preferably, the soup composition comprises the tempering ingredient and the garnishing ingredient in a proportion in the range of about 1 to 10 % (by wt.).

The herbal composition is in the form of a decoction, juice, powder, and combination thereof. The herbal composition may comprise Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), Sandalwood (Santalum album), Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), Neem (Azadirachta indica), and Amla (Emblica officinalis). Preferably, the soup composition comprises the herbal composition in a proportion in the range of about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.).

The herbal composition comprises about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Sandalwood (Santalum album), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Neem (Azadirachta indica), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amla (Emblica officinalis).
Advantages of the soup composition of the present disclosure, include, but are not limited to,
1. Balancing Pitta Dosha: The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup is formulated with specific ingredients which together help to balance the Pitta dosha. The 100% natural soup composition supports overall health and ensures that the soup is gentle on the digestive system suitable for people experiencing Pitta imbalances such as heartburn, acid reflux or dermatitis, and helps in improving digestion and preventing digestive discomfort aggravated by Pitta to mitigate common issues such as excess stomach acid, skin rashes or inflammation.
2. Incorporation of Medicinal Herbs: The soup composition synergistically combines a blend of medicinal herbs which help in effectively balancing the Pitta properties. By presenting this blend of herbs in a palatable and easily consumable form, the soup provides a practical solution for individuals seeking to enhance their diet with herbal remedies without the bitterness or strong flavours that can be off-putting.
3. Natural Ingredients: The soup composition eliminates the need for additives, preservatives, colouring agents, sugar, saturated fat, and excessive sodium. The focus on 100% natural ingredients not only supports overall health but also ensures that the soup is gentle on the digestive system, making it suitable for those experiencing Pitta imbalances such as excess stomach acid or acid reflux.
4. Enhanced Digestive Health: The soup composition supports digestive health and aids in enhancing digestive fire (Agni). This is crucial for maintaining a balanced Pitta, as proper digestion can help mitigate common issues such as acidity, flatulence and inflammation.
5. Sustained Energy and Nutrient Absorption: The nutrient-dense composition of the soup provides sustained energy, which helps to reduce feelings of fatigue. Additionally, the soup's formulation is designed to enhance nutrient absorption, ensuring that the body receives maximum benefits from the ingredients (Bala Vardhan).
6. Convenience and Appeal: The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup is presented in a convenient form so that it can be easily integrated into daily meals. The soup has an appealing taste which ensures that individuals are more likely to consume it regularly, thus maximizing its health benefits.

WORKING EXAMPLES
A soup composition according to the present disclosure was prepared. The soup composition of Example 1 was tested on four healthy individuals of different age groups for demonstrating the effects of a consistent dietary regime involving the soup consumption in terms of various health and body parameters which signify a balanced Pitta dosha in the body.

Example 1:
1000 ml of the soup composition of the present disclosure was prepared. The ingredients per 1000 ml are listed in Table 1 below.

Table 1
Ingredient Quantity
Yellow moong dal 100 - 110 g
Red rice 100 - 110 g
Moth (Matki) beans 50 - 60 g
Herbal Composition Decoction 10 - 40 ml
Ridge gourd 60 - 70 g
Parwal (Pointed gourd) 50 - 60 g
Ghee 20 - 25 g
Curry leaves 2 - 4 g
Coriander powder 6 - 8 g
Cinnamon 1 - 2 g
Rock salt 17 - 20 g
Black pepper 2 - 4 g
Vegetable stock 1200 - 1500 ml
Coconut milk 40 - 45 g
Fresh coriander leaves 2 - 4 g
Rose water 4 - 6 ml
Fresh coconut 10 - 15 g
Black raisin paste 15 - 20 g
Almond paste 50 - 55 g
Cardamom powder 3 - 5 g
Gulkand 5 - 8 g

The nutrient profile of the soup composition of the present disclosure is given in Table 2.
Table 2
Parameters Nutritional Value (per 100 g serving)
Energy 42.09 Kcal
Protein 1.75 g
Total Carbohydrate 2.99 g
Total Fat 2.57 g
Total Sugar Less than 2 g
Trans Fat Less than 0.1 g
Saturated Fat 2.416 g
Unsaturated Fat 0.154 g
Dietary Fiber 1.36 g
Cholesterol Less than 1 mg
Sodium 193.26 mg
Vitamin C 12.88 mg
Zinc 0.32 mg
Calcium 16.34 mg
Magnesium 17.25 mg

It was found that a consistent intake of 1000 ml of the soup composition daily provided a stable addition of hydration and nutrients to the diet for maintaining the Pitta harmony in the body and correcting minor imbalances of the Pitta dosha. It was observed that consistent intake of the soup provided a significant improvement in various health and body parameters indicating improved digestion, increased metabolism, and better nutrient absorption. The study results are tabulated in Tables 3-6.

Table 3: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 1
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 72.4 71.8 70.6
Body Age 67 66 65
BMI 28.3 28.1 27.6
BP 132/81 130/80 127/78
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1539 1543 1549
Body Fat (%) 40.4 39.2 37.7
Visceral Fat (%) 17.5 17.3 17
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 27.4 26.7 25.8
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 23.5 23.8 24.2

Table 4: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 2
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 89.4 88.2 86.3
Body Age 67 66 64
BMI 30.9 30.4 29.7
BP 119/75 115/73 110/70
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1866 1878 1895
Body Fat (%) 30.2 29.1 27.4
Visceral Fat (%) 20.5 20 19
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 21.5 20.9 20
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 28.5 29 29.8

Table 5: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 3
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 76.9 74.2 71.5
Body Age 46 45 43
BMI 26 25.2 23.6
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1645 1662 1692
Body Fat (%) 24.9 23.8 21.6
Visceral Fat (%) 11 10.6 9.8
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 17.4 16.5 14.9
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 31.4 31.8 32.7

Table 6: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 4
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 61.9 60.9 59.6
Body Age 49 48 47
BMI 22.7 22.5 22
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1429 1445 1462
Body Fat (%) 27.6 26 25.4
Visceral Fat (%) 8.5 8 7
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 18.6 17 16.5
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 28.5 28.8 29.6

The results demonstrate a steady decrease in body fat, visceral fat, BMI and weight. The results demonstrate a significant improvement in the metabolism and skeletal muscle. The results indicate improved digestion, increased metabolism, and better nutrient absorption. Surprisingly, the soup also aided in decreasing the body age. According to Ayurveda, Pitta controls digestion, metabolism and transformation in the body. The improved health and body composition implies balanced Pitta dosha in the body.

Embodiments of the present disclosure are applicable over a wide number of uses and other embodiments may be developed beyond the embodiment discussed heretofore. Only the most preferred embodiments and their uses have been described herein for purpose of example, illustrating the advantages over the prior art obtained through the present disclosure. The disclosure is not limited to these specific embodiments or their specified uses. Thus, the forms of the disclosure described herein are to be taken as illustrative only and other embodiments may be selected without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. It should also be understood that additional changes and modifications, within the scope of the disclosure, will be apparent to one skilled in the art, and that modifications to the method described herein may fall within the scope of the disclosure.

,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. A nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid balancing of Pitta dosha in the general population, said nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup composition comprising –
at least one grain, pulse and/or legume;
at least one vegetable;
at least one tempering ingredient;
at least one garnishing ingredient; and
an herbal composition;
wherein, said herbal composition comprises Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), Sandalwood (Santalum album), Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), Neem (Azadirachta indica), and Amla (Emblica officinalis).

2. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said herbal composition is in a form selected from decoction, juice, powder, and combination thereof.

3. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said soup composition comprises said herbal composition in a proportion in the range of about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.).

4. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said herbal composition comprises about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Baobab/Gorakshakarkati (Adansonia digitata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Sandalwood (Santalum album), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Dhamasa (Fagonia cretica/Fagonia arabica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vasa (Adhatoda vasica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Neem (Azadirachta indica), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amla (Emblica officinalis).

5. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said at least one grain, pulse and/or legume can be selected from barley, rice, moong beans, toor dal, whole green moong dal, barley flakes, horse gram, black urad dal, chana dal, whole black masoor, masoor dal, ragi, black gram, red lentil, broken wheat, red rice, yellow moong dal, moth (matki) beans, and combinations thereof.

6. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 5, wherein said soup composition comprises yellow and/or green moong dal, red rice and moth beans in a proportion in the range of about 20 to 70 % (by wt.).

7. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said at least one vegetable can be selected from carrot, spinach, ash gourd, long beans, green peas, pumpkin, pointed gourd, onion, drumstick, sweet potato, lotus rhizome, radish, bottle gourd, white onion, beetroot, ridge gourd, ginger, garlic, and combinations thereof.

8. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 7, wherein said soup composition comprises pointed gourd and ridge gourd in a proportion in the range of about 5 to 30 % (by wt.).

9. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said at least one tempering ingredient can be selected from mustard oil, sesame oil, ghee, coconut oil, mustard seeds, roasted flax seeds, white sesame seeds, caraway seeds, kalonji (nigella) seeds, fenugreek seeds, poppy seeds, asafoetida, clove, cinnamon, black pepper, bay leaves, mace, nutmeg, cumin seeds, cumin powder, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cardamom, curry leaves, onion, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, coriander powder, roasted flax seeds powder, cardamom powder, fennel seeds powder, sea salt, black salt, rock salt, turmeric, coriander leaves, drumstick leaves, mint leaves, lemon grass, kokum (dried), almond, black raisin, coconut milk, jaggery, lemon juice, rose water, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, vegetable stock, water, and combinations thereof.

10. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 9, wherein said soup composition comprises ghee, curry leaves, coriander powder, cinnamon, rock salt, black pepper, vegetable stock and/or water.

11. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said at least one garnishing ingredient can be selected from fresh coriander leaves, coconut milk, rose water, rose petals, fresh coconut, black raisin paste, almond paste, gulkand, cardamom powder, and combinations thereof.

12. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said soup composition comprises said at least one tempering ingredient and said at least one garnishing ingredient in a proportion in the range of about 1 to 10 % (by wt.).