DESC:TECHNICAL FIELD
The present disclosure relates to a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup to support the immune function in men.

BACKGROUND
In today's fast-paced world, the prevalence of bad food choices and unhealthy lifestyle habits in men has become a growing concern for their health. Studies have shown that just a few days of junk food can affect the metabolism. A study conducted on 12 healthy young men who ate junk food for five days found that the consumption of junk food led to a reduced ability of the muscles to convert glucose into energy, although these men did not consume more calories than their ideal daily intake during the study. Over a long term, this change could lead to insulin resistance, and eventually Type-2 Diabetes.

Poor digestion was also found to be a detrimental effect of consuming junk food, even for a couple days. Junk food lacks fibre, and eating too much of such food can cause constipation, and other digestion related problems. Also, these eating habits directly affect the immune system which plays a crucial role in defending the body against infections and illnesses, and whose proper functioning is essential for the overall well-being.

One of the primary contributors to compromised immune health among men is the consumption of a diet high in processed foods, junk foods, refined sugars and saturated fats. These unhealthy eating habits lead to several health issues such as poor digestion, high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, fatty liver, dyslipidaemia, acidity, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, digestive disorders including constipation, bloating and flatulence, poor mineral and vitamin levels, mood disorder, lowered immunity and overall poor health.

Also, the prevalence of sedentary lifestyles, coupled with the ready availability of processed, unhealthy and calorie-dense foods, has led to a surge in obesity rates among men. A report by World Obesity Federation issued in March 2023, estimates that 50% of the world`s population will be obese by 2035. As per a report by UN, the lack of a balanced diet is becoming common with 25% of the world's population not having access to safe, nutritious and/or sufficient food.

Recent studies have also shown that 20% to 30% of the adult population in most countries have metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, stroke and type-2 diabetes. A study by the State of the Global Workplace found that 44% of working people suffer from stress and anxiety. Furthermore, it is estimated that 40% of the world population suffers from chronic gastrointestinal problems. All the afore-mentioned health issues are further compounded and exacerbated by poor and unhealthy dietary choices.

There is therefore need for a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which supports the immune function and helps in promoting positive health and wellness in men. The soup shall also address the challenge of incorporating medicinal herbs in the diet in a safe and effective manner, while also ensuring that the soup is appealing to the palate. There is also need for a soup which provides essential macronutrients and micronutrients, and promotes overall well-being in men. There is also 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 support the immune function and promote positive health and wellness in men, 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 the use of additives, preservatives, coloring agents, sugar, saturated fat and excessive sodium, thereby promoting overall health and well-being of men.

One more object of the present disclosure is to provide a nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup which supports healthy digestion and stimulates 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 support the immune function in men. 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 Pippali (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and Musta (Cyperus rotundus). 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.) Pippali (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Musta (Cyperus rotundus).

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, whole black lentils (urad), 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, whole black lentils, masoor dal and horse gram 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 drumstick and pumpkin 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, fresh 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 sesame oil, fresh garlic, fresh ginger, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, curry leaves, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, cardamon powder, sea salt, vegetable stock and/or water.

According to the present disclosure, the garnishing ingredient can be selected from fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice. 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 and improved nutrient absorption. The soup composition is formulated with a synergistic blend of specific ingredients and medicinal herbs which help in effectively supporting the immune function and promoting positive health and wellness in men. 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 aids in supporting healthy digestion and stimulating 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 support the immune function in men. The Ayurvedic soup helps in promoting positive health and wellness in men. The soup also addresses the challenge of incorporating medicinal herbs in the diet in a safe and effective manner, while also ensuring that the soup is appealing to the palate. By combining nutritious and delicious ingredients with medicinal herbs, the soup helps men overcome the challenges faced due to lowered immunity. The soup may also aid men in the process of maintaining a healthy body weight.

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 comprises (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, whole black lentils (urad), 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, whole black lentils (urad), masoor dal and horse gram in a proportion in the range of about 20 to 70 % (by wt.). Preferably, small amount of turmeric powder is added while cooking the grains, pulses and/or legumes.

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 drumstick and pumpkin in a proportion in the range of about 5 to 30 % (by wt.).

The tempering 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, fresh 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 sesame oil, fresh garlic, fresh ginger, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, curry leaves, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, cardamon powder, sea salt, vegetable stock and/or water.

Preferably, the garnishing ingredients in the soup composition comprise fresh coriander leaves, lemon juice, etc. 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 Pippali (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and Musta (Cyperus rotundus). 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.) Pippali (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Musta (Cyperus rotundus).

Advantages of the soup composition of the present disclosure, include, but are not limited to,
1. Supports Immunity: The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup is formulated with specific ingredients which together help to support the immune function. The 100% natural soup composition is particularly suitable for men to support healthy digestion and promote their positive health and wellness.
2. Incorporation of Medicinal Herbs: The soup composition synergistically combines a blend of medicinal herbs which are presented in a palatable and easily consumable form. The soup provides a practical solution for men 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 use of 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 nutrient-dense and gentle on the digestive system.
4. Enhanced Digestive Health: The soup composition supports digestive health and aids in enhancing the digestive fire (Agni). This is crucial for supporting the immune function as proper digestion can help prevent several illnesses.
5. Sustained Energy and Nutrient Absorption: The nutrient-dense composition of the soup provides sustained energy, which helps to reduce feelings of fatigue and improves metabolism. 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 men 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 men between the age group of 40 to 65. 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 healthy body and improved immunity.

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 50 - 60 g
Whole black lentils (urad) 50 - 60 g
Masoor dal 50 - 60 g
Horse gram whole 100 - 110 g
Turmeric 2 - 4 g
Herbal Composition Decoction 10 - 40 ml
Drumstick 50 - 60 g
Pumpkin 50 - 60 g
Sesame oil 10 - 20 g
Fresh garlic 10 - 20 g
Fresh ginger 10 - 20 g
Cumin seed 2 - 4 g
Coriander seed 8 - 10 g
Curry leaves 2 - 4 g
Dry ginger powder 2 - 4 g
Black pepper powder 2 - 4 g
Salt 20 - 25 g
Cardamon powder 0.5 - 2 g
Vegetable stock 1200 - 1500 ml
Fresh coriander leaves 20 - 25 g
Lemon juice 2 - 4 no.

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 men’s health and supporting their immunity. 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.

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 45.60 Kcal
Protein 4.26 g
Total Carbohydrate 4.37 g
Total Fat 2.12 g
Total Sugar Less than 2 g
Trans Fat Less than 0.1 g
Saturated Fat 0.99 g
Unsaturated Fat 1.13 g
Dietary Fiber 2.30 g
Cholesterol Less than 1 mg
Sodium 299.46 mg
Vitamin C 30.43 mg
Zinc 0.37 mg
Antioxidant (as Gallic Acid) 38.70 mg

Table 3: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 1
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 58.2 58.2 58.2
Body Age 43 42 41
BMI 21.3 21.3 21.3
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1486 1495 1504
Body Fat (%) 23 22.4 21.8
Visceral Fat (%) 5.4 5.3 5
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 14.4 13.8 13.2
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 31.2 31.8 32.4

Table 4: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 2
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 68.3 68.2 68
Body Age 40 39 38
BMI 22.2 22.2 22.2
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1713 1723 1733
Body Fat (%) 19.5 18.5 17.5
Visceral Fat (%) 8.4 7.4 7
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 13.5 12.5 11.5
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 34.5 35.5 36.5

Table 5: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 3
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
Weight (kg) 70.2 69 68
Body Age 64 62 58
BMI 27.5 27 26
Resting Metabolism (Kcal) 1551 1560 1578
Body Fat (%) 37.4 35.5 31.8
Visceral Fat (%) 16.8 15.8 13.8
Subcutaneous Fat (Full Body) (%) 25.5 24 21
Skeletal Muscle (Full Body) (%) 24.3 25 27

Table 6: Study of Health and Body Parameters for Subject 4
Parameters Day 1 Day 3 Day 6
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
The results demonstrate a significant improvement in the metabolism and skeletal muscle. The results demonstrate a decrease in body fat, visceral fat, BMI and weight. Surprisingly, the soup also aided in decreasing the body age. The results indicate improved digestion, increased metabolism, and better nutrient absorption. The significant weight loss, healthy digestion and stimulated metabolism imply healthy body and improved immunity.

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 support the immune function in men, 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 Pippali (Piper longum), Vidang (Embelia ribes), Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and Musta (Cyperus rotundus).

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.) Pippali (Piper longum), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Vidang (Embelia ribes), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Koshthakulinjan (Alpinia galanga), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Daruharidra (Berberis aristata), about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), and about 0.1 to 30 % (by wt.) Musta (Cyperus rotundus).

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, whole black lentils, 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, whole black lentils, masoor dal and horse gram 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 drumstick and pumpkin 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, fresh 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 sesame oil, fresh garlic, fresh ginger, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, curry leaves, dry ginger powder, black pepper powder, cardamon powder, sea salt, vegetable stock and/or water.

11. The nutritious holistic polyherbal Ayurvedic soup as claimed in claim 1, wherein said garnishing ingredients are selected from fresh coriander leaves and lemon juice.

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.).