DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
The present disclosure relates to a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to aid balancing of Kapha 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. Kapha dosha is primarily composed of the elements earth and water, and it is associated with qualities such as heaviness, coolness, stability, and moisture. When Kapha dosha is in balance, it promotes qualities like strength, stability, and emotional calmness. However, an imbalance in the Kapha can lead to various physical and emotional issues.

Today’s unhealthy dietary habits and erratic lifestyle cause an imbalance in the Kapha dosha resulting in phlegm and itching, growth in mucus tendency, stickiness, heaviness, coldness, lethargy, sleepiness, stiffness, oiliness, sluggish activity, weight gain, etc. Ayurveda suggests various approaches such as eating warm, nourishing and easily digestible foods, maintaining a stress-free lifestyle and getting adequate sleep, and using herbal remedies to help in balancing the Kapha 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 nutritious and easily digestible food item, such as a soup, containing Ayurvedic herbs which aids in balancing of Kapha dosha in adults.

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 Kapha dosha in the general population. There is also 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 Kapha 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 improves digestion and is particularly suitable for people experiencing Kapha imbalances such as sluggishness, lack of motivation, heaviness, weight gain, and fatigue. The soup aids in supporting healthy digestion to balance Kapha and stimulate the body and mind.

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 Kapha 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 Pippalimula (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), Kumari (Aloe Vera) and Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera). 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.) Pippalimula (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Kumari (Aloe Vera), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera).
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 barley, moong beans and toor dal 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 carrot 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 mustard oil, mustard seeds, asafoetida, clove, cumin seeds, curry leaves, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, turmeric, black salt, vegetable stock and/or water.

According to the present disclosure, the garnishing ingredient can be fresh coriander leaves. 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 Kapha 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 Kapha 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 Kapha imbalances such as sluggishness, lack of motivation, heaviness, weight gain, and fatigue. The soup aids in supporting healthy digestion to balance Kapha and stimulate the body and mind.

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 Kapha dosha in the general population. The Ayurvedic soup with Kapha dosha balancing formulation offers a unique and innovative way to maintain the balance of the Kapha 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 Kapha 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 healthy digestion and improve overall health and wellbeing.

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 barley, moong beans and toor dal 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 carrot 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, roasted flax seeds powder, cardamom powder, fennel seeds powder, sea salt, black salt, rock salt, turmeric, coriander leaves, drumstick leaves, mint leaves, lemon grass, lemon juice, vegetable stock, water, and combinations thereof.

Preferably, the tempering ingredients in the soup composition comprise mustard oil, mustard seeds, asafoetida, clove, cumin seeds, curry leaves, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, turmeric, black salt, vegetable stock and/or water. The garnishing ingredient is fresh coriander leaves.

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 Pippalimula (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), Kumari (Aloe Vera) and Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera). 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.) Pippalimula (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Kumari (Aloe Vera), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera).

Advantages of the soup composition of the present disclosure, include, but are not limited to,
1. Balancing Kapha Dosha: The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup is formulated with specific ingredients which together help to balance the Kapha dosha. The 100% natural soup composition supports healthy digestion and improves overall health and wellbeing suitable for people experiencing Kapha imbalances such as sluggishness, lack of motivation, heaviness, weight gain, and fatigue. The soup aids in stimulating the body and mind.
2. Incorporation of Medicinal Herbs: The soup composition synergistically combines a blend of medicinal herbs which help in effectively balancing the Kapha 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 particularly suitable for those experiencing Kapha imbalances such as heaviness and water retention.
4. Enhanced Digestive Health: The soup composition supports digestive health and aids in enhancing digestive fire (Agni). This is crucial for maintaining a balanced Kapha, as proper digestion can help mitigate common issues such as bloating and water retention.
5. Sustained Energy and Nutrient Absorption: The nutrient-dense composition of the soup provides sustained energy, which helps to reduce feelings of fatigue and sluggishness. 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 experiencing Kapha imbalances including water retention, sluggishness and weight gain. The results demonstrate the effects of a consistent dietary regime involving the soup consumption in terms of various health and body parameters which signify a balanced Kapha 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
Barley 30 - 50 g
Moong beans 90 - 110 g
Toor dal 40 - 60 g
Herbal Composition Decoction 10 - 40 ml
Carrot 20 - 40 g
Mustard oil 5 - 15 g
Mustard seeds 2 - 4 g
Asafoetida 2 - 4 g
Clove 0.5 - 2 g
Cumin seeds 5 - 7 g
Curry leaves 0.5 - 2 g
Fresh ginger 19 - 21 g
Fresh garlic 19 - 21 g
Dry ginger powder 1 - 3 g
Black pepper powder 1 - 3 g
Black salt 19 - 21g
Turmeric 1 - 3 g
Vegetable stock 1000 - 1200 ml
Fresh coriander leaves 1 - 3 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 46.07 Kcal
Protein 2.29 g
Total Carbohydrate 3.40 g
Total Fat 2.59 g
Total Sugar Less than 2 g
Trans Fat Less than 0.1 g
Saturated Fat 2.565 g
Unsaturated Fat 0.025 g
Dietary Fiber 1.75 g
Crude Fiber 0.16 g
Cholesterol Less than 1 mg
Sodium 250.58 mg
Vitamin C 19.37 mg
Zinc 0.24 mg
Calcium 10.61 mg
Magnesium 11.76 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 Kapha harmony in the body and correcting imbalances associated with the Kapha dosha. It was observed that consistent intake of the soup provided a significant improvement in various health and body parameters indicating improved digestion, reduced water retention, 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 4 Day 7
Weight (kg) 85.7 84.5 83.4
Body Age 63 62 61
BMI 29.4 28.8 28.2
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1900 1915 1930
Body Fat (%) 27 26.2 25.5
Visceral Fat (%) 18.7 18.1 17.5
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 19.6 18.9 18.3
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 30 30.7 31.3

Table 4: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 2
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 70.2 69.3 68.4
Body Age 64 63 62
BMI 27.5 27 26.5
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1551 1557 1563
Body Fat (%) 37.4 36.5 35.6
Visceral Fat (%) 16.8 16.5 16.2
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 25.5 24.8 24.1
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 24.3 24.8 25.4

Table 5: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 3
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 71 69.5 68
Body Age 42 41 40
BMI 23.4 22.8 22.2
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1695 1704 1713
Body Fat (%) 21.3 20.4 19.5
Visceral Fat (%) 9.6 9 8.4
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 14.7 14.1 13.5
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 33 33.8 34.5

Table 6: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 4
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 59.4 58.8 58.2
Body Age 46 45 44
BMI 21.9 21.6 21.3
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1465 1474 1483
Body Fat (%) 24.9 24.1 23.3
Visceral Fat (%) 6.8 6.2 5.6
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 16.2 15.4 14.6
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 29.8 30.4 31

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. The significant weight loss, healthy digestion and stimulated metabolism imply a balanced Kapha 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 Kapha 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 Pippalimula (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), Kumari (Aloe Vera) and Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera).

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.) Pippalimula (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Devdaru (Cedrus deodara), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Pushkarmool (Inula racemosa), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Shati/Kapurkachari (Hedychium spicatum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Kumari (Aloe Vera), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Apamarga (Achyranthes aspera).

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 barley, moong beans and toor dal 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 carrot 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 mustard oil, mustard seeds, asafoetida, clove, cumin seeds, curry leaves, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, turmeric, black salt, vegetable stock and/or water.

11. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said garnishing ingredient is fresh coriander leaves.

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.).