12
8
Vitamin B3
120 mg
9
Vitamin B5
40 mg
10
Vitamin B6
40 mg
11
Vitamin B12
40 mcg
12
Vitamin C
75 mg
13
Folic Acid
1000 mcg
14
Tryptophan
0.5 gm
15
Taurine
5000 mg
16
Carnitine
1 gm
17
Caffeine
150 mg
18
Green Tea Extract
200 mg
19
Co
enzyme Q10
30 mg
20
Sucrose
25 gm
21
Sucralose
q.
s
.
22
Ginseng
100 mg
23
Glucuronolactone
1500 mg
24
Guarana
1 gm
25
Diferuloylmethane (Curcumin)
500 mg
26
Piperine
25 mg
27
Cocoa
30
gm
28
Milk
1 litre
29
Calcium
1200 mg
30
Calories
5
68
5
[0038]
In an embodiment, m
ilk based energy drink
include
s
at least one
amino acid along with
t
aurine,
c
affeine and at least one ingredient selected from
the group consisting of vitaminic additive, herbal additive, mineral additive,
proteins, bioactive nutrient additive, sweetening agent, flavoring agent, coloring
agent, preservatives, solvents, either indiv
i
dually or combinations thereof.
10
[0039]
In an embodiment, the amino acid is selected from the group of amino
13
acids explained
under
water based energy drink.
5
[0040]
In the instant embodiment, the composition of the milk based energy
drink
include
s branched chain amino acids such as leucine, iso
-
leucine and valine
along with other amino acids like glutamine and tryptophan.
[0041]
As an example, 3 grams of branched chain amino acids may be used,
i.e., 1 gram of leucine, 1 gram of iso
-
leucine and 1 gram of
valine may be used. In
10
addition to the branched chain amino acids, 2.5 grams of amino acids may be
used. For example, 2 grams of glutamine and 0.5 grams of tryptophan may be
used
.
[0042]
In an embodiment, the vitaminic additive is selected from the group of
vita
mins as explained
under
water based energy drink.
15
[0043]
In the instant embodiment, the composition of milk based energy
drink
include
s Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6,
Vitamin B9
(Folic Acid)
, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C.
As an example,
23
4.04 mg
of Vitamin B and 75 mg of Vitamin C may be used
. Among the 214.04 mg of
Vitamin B, the proportion may be as follows:
30 mg of Vitamin B1, 3 mg of
20
Vitamin B2, 120 mg of Vitamin B3, 40 mg of Vitamin B5, 40 mg of Vitamin B6,
40 mcg of Vitamin B12
an
d
1000 mcg of Folic acid.
[0044]
In an embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additive is selected from the
group of bioactive nutrient additives as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0045]
In the
instant
embodiment, the
milk based energy drink
include
s
25
bioactive nutrient additives
such as creatine and
carnitine
.
As an example
, 1 gram
of creatine and 1 gram of carnitine may be used as the bioactive nutrient additives.
[0046]
In an embodiment, the herbal additive is selected from the group of
herbal additives as
explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0047]
In the
instant
embodiment, the herbal additives present in the milk
30
14
based energy drink may be ginseng, green tea extract, guarana and combinations
5
thereof.
As an example, 100 mg of ginseng, 200 mg green tea extract and 1 gram
of guarana may be used as the herbal additives.
[0048]
In an embodiment, the sweetener may be selected from the group of
sweeteners as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0049]
In the instant embodiment, the milk based energy drink
include
s
10
required quantity of sucrose. If necessary, sucralose is added.
As an example, 25
grams of sucrose may be used, whereas sucralose may be added according to
recipe’s sweetness.
[0050]
In an embodimen
t, taurine may be added as an i
mportant ingredient in
the milk
based energy drink.
As an example, 5000 mg of taurine may be
adde
d
to
15
1 litre of Milk
.
[0051]
In an embodiment, glucuronolactone may be added to the milk based
energy drink. As an example, 1500 mg of
g
lucuronolactone
may be added
to 1
litre of Milk
.
[0052]
In an embodiment,
c
oenzyme Q10 may
also be part of
the milk based
20
energy drink. It is present in mitochondria and takes part in electron transport
chain and hence it is essential in releasi
ng energy in the form of ATP. Coenzyme
Q10
can also enhance blood flow and protect the blood vessels. As an example,
3
0 mg of
c
oenzyme Q10may be added
to 1 litre of Milk
.
[0053]
In an embodiment, Diferuloylmethane (Curcumin) may be added as an
25
important ingredient in the milk based energy drink. It acts as an anti
-
oxidant and
anti
-
inflammatory agent. It also helps in healing and
improves microvascular
health. As an example, 500 mg of Diferuloylmethane may be added
to 1 litre of
Milk
.
[0054]
In an embodiment, piperine may be added as an important ingredient
30
in the milk based energy drink. Piperine help
s
to increase the
bio
availability of
key nutrients and it may also be useful for additional purp
oses such as support for
15
weight
management. It helps in the absorption of curcumin. As an example, 25
5
mg of
piperine
may be added
to 1 litre of Milk
.
[0055]
In an embodiment, cocoa may be added as an ingredient to the
milk
based energy drink. Cocoa has high anti
-
cancer antioxidants
and
helps in keeping
the cholesterol level down. As an example, 30 grams of cocoa may be used.
[0056]
In
the instant
embodiment, the com
position of the milk based energy
10
drink may
include
Calcium as a mineral additive. Calcium is important for
optimal bone health throughout the life. Calcium helps to build and maintain
strong bones. Calcium is also necessary for the proper functioning of
h
eart,
muscles and nerves.
As an example
, 1200 mg of Calcium may be added.
[0057]
Caffeine
is
also an
ingredient of
the
energy drink
, and
150 mg of
15
Caffeine may be used
in 1 litre
.
[0058]
In an exemplary embodiment,
a litre of
the milk based energy drink
may
have
568
calories.
ALCOHOL BASED ENERGY DRINK
:
[0059]
The main ingredients of the alcohol based energy drink and their
20
biological benefits are described in detail below.
Composition and their quantity for alcohol based energy drink:
Sl. No.
Element
Exemplary
Quantity
1
Leucine
5 gm
2
Isoleucine
5 gm
3
Valine
5 gm
4
Glutamine
3 gm
5
Creatine
1 gm
6
Vitamin B1
30 mg
7
Vitamin B2
3 mg
16
8
Vitamin B3
120 mg
9
Vitamin B5
40 mg
10
Vitamin B6
40 mg
11
Vitamin B12
40 mcg
12
Vitamin C
75 mg
13
Folic Acid
1000 mcg
14
Tryptophan
0.5 gm
15
Taurine
5000 mg
16
Carnitine
1 gm
17
Caffeine
150 mg
18
Green Tea Extract
200 mg
19
Coenzyme Q10
30 mg
20
Sucrose
25 gm
21
Sucralose
q.
s
.
22
Ginseng
100 mg
23
Glucuronolactone
1500 mg
24
Guarana
1 gm
25
Alcohol
25 gm
26
Water
1 litre
27
Calories
300
5
[0060]
In an embodiment, a
lcohol
based energy drink
include
s at least one
amino acid along with Taurine, Caffeine and at least one ingredient selected from
the group consisting of vitaminic additive, herbal additive, mineral additive,
proteins, bioactive nutrient additive, sweetening agent, flavoring agent, colori
ng
agent, preservatives, solvents, either individually or
in
combinations thereof.
10
[0061]
In an embodiment, the amino acid is selected from the group of amino
acids as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0062]
In the instant embodiment, the composition of the
alcohol
based
17
energy drink
include
s branched chain amino acids such as leucine, iso
-
leucine and
5
valine along with other amino acids like glutamine and tryptophan.
[0063]
As an example,
15
grams of branched chain amino acids may be used,
i.e.,
5
gram
s
of leucine,
5
gram
s
of iso
-
leucine and
5
gram
s
of valine may be used.
In addition to the branched chain amino acids,
3
.5 grams of amino acids may be
used. For example,
3
grams of glutamine and 0.5 grams of tryptophan may be
10
used.
[0064]
In an embodiment, the vitaminic addit
ive is selected from the group of
vitamins as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0065]
In the instant embodiment, the composition of
alcohol
based energy
drink
include
s Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6,
15
Vitamin B9, Vitamin B12 a
nd Vitamin C. As an example, 2
3
4.04 mg of Vitamin
B and 75 mg of Vitamin C may be used. Among the 2
3
4.04 mg of Vitamin B, the
proportion may be as follows: 30 mg of Vitamin B1, 3 mg of Vitamin B2, 120 mg
of Vitamin B3, 40 mg of Vitamin B5, 40 mg of Vitamin
B6, 40 mcg of Vitamin
B12
and
1000 mcg of Folic acid.
20
[0066]
In an embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additive is selected from the
group of bioactive nutrient additives as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0067]
In the instant embodiment, the alcohol based e
nergy drink
include
s
bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine. As an example, 1 gram
of creatine and 1 gram of carnitine may be used as the bioactive nutrient additives.
25
[0068]
In an embodiment, the herbal additive is selected from the group of
herbal additives as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0069]
In the instant embodiment, the herbal additives
present in the alcohol
based energy drink may be ginseng, green tea extract, guarana and combinations
thereof. As an example, 100 mg of ginseng,
200 mg green tea extract and 1 gram
30
of guarana may be used as the herbal additives.
18
[0070]
In an embodiment, the sweetener may be selected from the group of
5
sweeteners as explained
under
water based energy drink.
[0071]
In the instant embodiment, the
alcohol
based ene
rgy drink
include
s
required quantity of sucrose. If necessary, sucralose is added. As an example, 25
grams of sucrose may be used, whereas sucralose may be added according to
recipe’s sweetness.
10
[0072]
In an embodiment, taurine may be added as an i
mportant ingre
dient in
the alcohol
based energy drink. As an example, 5000 mg of taurine may be used.
[0073]
In an embodiment, glucuronolactone may be
added to the alcohol
based energy drink. As an example, 1500 mg of
glucuronolactone
may be added.
[0074]
In an embodiment, Co
enzyme Q
10 may be added as an
important
15
ingredient in the alcohol
based energy drink. It is present in mitochondria and
takes part in electron transport chain and hence it is essential in releasing energy
in the form of ATP.
Coenzyme Q10
can also enhance blood flow and protect the
blood vessels. As an example, 30 mg of Coenzyme Q10may be
added
to 1 litre
.
[0075]
Caffeine is
also an
ingredient of
the
energy drink. As an example, 150
20
mg of Caffeine may be used
in 1 litre of drink
.
[0076]
In an exemplary
embodiment,
a litre of
the alcohol based energy drink
may
have
300 calories.
[0077]
Unlike other energy drinks, the quantity of caffeine (in
all
the three
variants of energy drinks, i.e., water based, milk based and alcohol based) is
25
limited
. Therefore, the energ
y drink can be consumed in large quantities
without
the risk of adverse effects
of Caffeine such as jitteriness, palpitation
. The
composition of the drink
include
s amino acids, vitamins, herbal extracts and other
nutritional components which makes it a balanced energy drink.
As explained
earlier,
t
he energy drink can be either water, milk or alcohol based as per the
30
requirement of the consumer.
19
[0078]
It shall be note
d that the processes described above are described as
5
sequence of steps; this was done solely for the sake of illustration. Accordingly, it
is contemplated that some steps may be added, some steps may be omitted, the
order of the steps may be re
-
arranged,
or some steps may be performed
simultaneously.
[0079]
Although embodiments have been described with reference to specific
10
example embodiments, it will be evident that various modifications and changes
may be made to these embodiments without departing from the br
oader spirit and
scope of the system and method described herein. Accordingly, the specification
is
to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense.
[0080]
Many alterations and modifications of the present invention will no
15
doubt become apparen
t to a person of ordinary skill in the art after having read the
foregoing description. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology
employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. It is to be
understood that the des
cription above
include
s many specifications; these should
not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention but as merely providing
20
illustrations of some of the personally preferred embodiments of this invention.
Thus, the scope of the invention sho
uld be determined by the appended claims and
their legal equivalents rather than by the examples given

Claims:I claim,
1. An energy drink composition, the composition comprising:
a caffeine and an herbal additive comprising liquid;
at least one amino acid; and
a bioactive nutrient additive, a vitaminic additive, taurine, sweetener, glucuronolactone, mineral additive, cocoa, coenzyme Q10 and malic acid.
2. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the amino acid is comprised of at least one of alanine, arginine, asparagine, aspartic acid, cysteine, glutamine, glutamic acid, glycine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, proline, pyroglutamate, serine, threonine, tryptophan, tyrosine and valine, and combinations thereof.
3. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the bioactive nutrient additive is comprised of at least one of inositol, creatine, carnitine, acetyl carnitine, lipoic acid, and combinations thereof.
4. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the vitaminic additive is comprised of at least one of Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and combinations thereof.
5. The energy drink composition of claim 4, wherein the Vitamin B is comprised of at least one of Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B7, Vitamin B9 and Vitamin B12, and combinations thereof.
6. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the herbal additive is comprised of at least one of ginseng, tea, green tea, guarana, diferuloyl methane, piperine, and extracts thereof.
7. The nutritional supplement of claim 1, wherein the sweetener is comprised of at least one of sucrose, glucose, fructose, honey, saccharin, aspartame, cyclamate, stevioside, acesulfame k, sucralose, alitame, neohesperidine dc, thaumatin, sucaryland xylitol, and combinations thereof.
8. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the mineral additive is comprised of at least one of Calcium, Copper, Iron, Phosphorus, Iodine, Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Manganese, Chromium, Molybdenum, Chloride, Potassium, and combinations thereof.
9. The energy drink composition of claim 1, wherein the liquid is comprised of at least one of water, milk or alcohol, or combinations thereof.
10. The energy drink composition of claim 9, wherein the liquid is water, wherein the composition comprises, leucine5 gm, isoleucine 5 gm, valine 5 gm, glutamine 3 gm, creatine 1 gm, vitamin B1 30 mg, vitamin B2 3 mg, vitamin B3 120 mg, vitamin B5 40 mg, vitamin B6 40 mg, vitamin B12 40 mcg, vitamin C 75 mg, folic acid 1000 mcg, tryptophan 0.5 gm, taurine 5000 mg, carnitine 1 gm, caffeine 150 mg, green tea extract 200 mg, sucrose 25 gm, sucralose quantity sufficient, ginseng 100 mg, glucuronolactone 1500 mg, guarana 1 gm, malic acid 1200-2400 mg, cocoa 30 gm and water 1litre.
11. The energy drink composition of claim 9, wherein the liquid is milk, wherein the composition comprises, leucine1 gm, isoleucine 1 gm, valine 1 gm, glutamine 2 gm, creatine 1 gm, vitamin B1 30 mg, vitamin B2 3 mg, vitamin B3 120 mg, vitamin B5 40 mg, vitamin B6 40 mg, vitamin B12 40 mcg, vitamin C 75 mg, folic acid 1000 mcg, tryptophan 0.5 gm, taurine 5000 mg, carnitine 1 gm, caffeine 150 mg, green tea extract 200 mg, coenzyme Q10 30 mg, sucrose 25 gm, sucralose quantity sufficient, ginseng 100 mg, glucuronolactone 1500 mg, guarana 1 gm, diferuloylmethane (curcumin) 500 mg, piperine 25 mg, cocoa 30 gm, milk 1 litre and calcium 1200 mg.
12. The energy drink composition of claim 9, wherein the liquid is alcohol wherein the composition comprises, leucine 5 gm, isoleucine 5 gm, valine 5 gm, glutamine 3 gm, creatine 1 gm, vitamin B1 30 mg, vitamin B2 3 mg, vitamin B3 120 mg, vitamin B5 40 mg, vitamin B6 40 mg, vitamin B12 40 mcg, vitamin C 75 mg, folic acid 1000 mcg, tryptophan 0.5 gm, taurine 5000 mg, carnitine 1 gm, caffeine 150 mg, green tea extract 200 mg, coenzyme Q10 30 mg, sucrose 25 gm, sucralose quantity sufficient, ginseng 100 mg, glucuronolactone 1500 mg, guarana 1 gm, alcohol 25 gm and water 1 litre.
, Description:BACKGROUND
[0001] Unless otherwise indicated herein, the materials described in this section are not prior art to the claims in this application and are not admitted to being prior art by inclusion in this section.
Field of the invention:
[0002] The subject matter in general relates to energy drinks. More particularly, but not exclusively, the subject matter relates to the composition of energy drinks using different solvents such as water, milk and alcohol and various vitamins &naturally occurring substances to provide a balanced energy drink.
Discussion of the related art:
[0003] Most people depend on coffee to kick start their day. Caffeine content in coffee boosts your energy and causes you to feel more alert and awake. The same caffeine is also consumed in the form of energy drink these days. Energy drinks provide you the extra oomph that you seek to get through your day.
[0004] Large amounts of caffeine in energy drinks provides the consumer with the desirable effects of improved memory, increased alertness and elevated mood. Most of the energy drinks available in the market typically includes caffeine with less quantity of dietary supplements. Energy drinks may help you to overcome fatigue, but frequent consumption may be hazardous to your health.
[0005] Several studies show that excessive consumption of energy drinks result in adverse health effects. As most of the energy drinks include high quantity of caffeine and artificial sweeteners, the heavy intake of caffeine with energy drinks might result in gastrointestinal and psychological effect along with many other side effects.
[0006] Additionally, conventional energy drinks don’t have ingredients in quantities that are necessary for stronger body and efficient physiological functions of body. Also, ingredients that protect microvascular health and release energy at cellular levels are absent in conventional energy drinks.
[0007] In light of the foregoing discussion, there is a need for an improved energy drink, the composition of which have been disclosed herein.
SUMMARY
[0008] In one aspect, composition of an energy drink is provided. The composition comprising a caffeine and an herbal additive comprising liquid, at least one amino acid, a bioactive nutrient additive, a vitaminic additive, taurine, sweetener, glucuronolactone, mineral additive, cocoa, coenzyme Q10 and malic acid
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0009] The following detailed description includes references to example embodiments. These example embodiments are described in enough details to enable those skilled in the art to practice the present subject matter. However, it may be apparent to one with ordinary skill in the art that the present invention may be practised without these specific details. In other instances, well-known methods, procedures and compositions have not been described in detail so as not to unnecessarily obscure aspects of the embodiments. The embodiments can be combined, other embodiments can be utilized or structural and logical changes can be made without departing from the scope of the invention. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken as a limiting sense.
[0010] In this document, the terms “a” or “an” are used, as is common in patent documents, to include one or more than one. In this document, the term “or” is used to refer to a non-exclusive “or”, such that “A or B” includes “A but not B”, “B but not A”, and “A and B”, unless otherwise indicated.
OVERVIEW
[0011] Embodiments provide compositions of energy drink using different solvents such as water, milk and alcohol. The composition of an energy drink includes caffeine along with different nutritional supplements. The nutritional supplements are selected from the group consisting of at least one amino acid, at least one bioactive nutrient additive, at least one vitaminic additive, taurine, at least one herbal additive, at least one sweetener, glucuronolactone, at least one mineral additive, cocoa, coenzyme Q10, malic acid, and combinations thereof. The nutritional supplement, when mixed with different solvents such as water, milk and alcohol, yields a balanced functional energy drink.
[0012] In an embodiment, the composition of the energy drink with water as solvent includes a combination of amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine, valine, glutamine and tryptophan with varied quantities. It may also include vitaminic additives such as vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, folic acid and vitamin C. The composition may further include bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine, and herbal additives such as ginseng, green tea extract and guarana. Sweetening agents such as sucrose and sucralose may also be added to impart sweetness to the drink. Other ingredients of the composition may include taurine, glucuronolactone, malic acid, cocoa etc.
[0013] In another embodiment, the composition of the energy drink with milk as solvent may include a combination of amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine, valine, glutamine and tryptophan with varied quantities. It may also include vitaminic additives such as vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, folic acid and vitamin C. The composition may further include bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine, and herbal additives such as ginseng, green tea extract and guarana. Sweetening agents such as sucrose and sucralose may also be added to impart sweetness to the drink. The other ingredients of the composition may include taurine, glucuronolactone, coenzyme Q10, cocoa, diferuloylmethane, piperine, calcium etc.
[0014] In yet another embodiment, the composition of the energy drink with alcohol as solvent may include a combination of amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine, valine, glutamine and tryptophan with varied quantities. It may also include vitaminic additives such as vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, folic acid and vitamin C. The composition may further include bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine, and herbal additives such as ginseng, green tea extract and guarana. Sweetening agents such as sucrose and sucralose may be added to impart sweetness to the drink. The other ingredients of the composition may include taurine, glucuronolactone, coenzyme Q10 etc.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT FOR MIXING WITH CAFFEINE-COMPRISING LIQUID:
[0015] The present invention relates to a nutritional supplement that is added to a caffeine-comprising liquid to provide the required amount of nutrients to the body. The nutritional supplement may be provided in either a liquid form, solid form (e.g., granular, powder, solid cake, or tablet, etc.) or semi-solid form that may be mixed with the caffeine-comprising liquid to provide a balanced energy drink. Mixing of the nutritional supplement with the solvent (water, milk or alcohol) may be facilitated by stirring or other agitation means.
[0016] Further, the present invention provides an embodiment wherein, the liquid used in the caffeine-comprising liquid may be any one of water or milk or alcohol or combinations thereof.

WATER BASED ENERGY DRINK:
[0017] The composition of the water based energy drink and their biological benefits are described in detail below.
Composition and their quantity for water based energy drink:
Sl. No. Element Exemplary Quantity
1 Leucine 5 gm
2 Isoleucine 5 gm
3 Valine 5 gm
4 Glutamine 3 gm
5 Creatine 1 gm
6 Vitamin B1 30 mg
7 Vitamin B2 3 mg
8 Vitamin B3 120 mg
9 Vitamin B5 40 mg
10 Vitamin B6 40 mg
11 Vitamin B12 40 mcg
12 Vitamin C 75 mg
13 Folic Acid 1000 mcg
14 Tryptophan 0.5 gm
15 Taurine 5000 mg
16 Carnitine 1 gm
17 Caffeine 150 mg
18 Green Tea Extract 200 mg
19 Sucrose 25 gm
20 Sucralose q. s.
21 Ginseng 100 mg
22 Glucuronolactone 1500 mg
23 Guarana 1 gm
24 Malic Acid 1200-2400 mg
25 Cocoa 30 gm
26 Water 1 litre
27 Calories 263

[0018] Water based energy drink primarily includes at least one amino acid along with taurine, caffeine and at least one ingredient selected from the group consisting of vitaminic additive, herbal additive, mineral additive, proteins, bioactive nutrient additive, sweetening agent, flavoring agent, coloring agent, preservatives, solvents, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0019] In an embodiment, the amino acid is selected from the group comprising alanine, arginine, asparagine, aspartic acid, cysteine, glutamine, glutamic acid, glycine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, proline, pyroglutamate, serine, threonine, tryptophan, tyrosine, and valine, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0020] In the instant embodiment, the composition of the water based energy drink may include branched chain amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine and valine along with other amino acids like glutamine and tryptophan. Branched chain amino acids help in the recovery of muscles post exertion. Furthermore, amino acids are the most important macronutrients. Glutamine is another important amino acid that helps in muscle building. Tryptophan is an essential amino acid which is required to form serotonin, a neurotransmitter which plays a key role in the central nervous system.
[0021] As an example, 15 grams of branched chain amino acids may be used, i.e.,5 grams of leucine, 5 grams of iso-leucine and 5 grams of valine may be used. In addition to the branched chain amino acids, 3.5 grams of amino acids may be used. For example, 3 grams of glutamine and 0.5 grams of tryptophan may be used. In the example embodiment, the weight quantity of said amino acids mentioned, or that may be mentioned at later stages in embodiments of the description, may be per litre of the caffeine-comprising liquid, i.e., in this case, per litre of water.
[0022] In an embodiment, the vitaminic additive is selected from the group consisting of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B7 and Vitamin B12 either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0023] In the instant embodiment, the water based energy drink includes Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C. Thiamine pyrophosphate synthesized from Vitamin B1 acts as coenzyme to Pyruvate Dehydrogenase, which is responsible for release of energy. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) is an anti-oxidant which helps in breakdown of proteins to amino acids, thereby helping in the release of energy. Vitamin B3 (Niacin) is a key component of coenzymes NAD and NADP, whereas both NAD & NADP are required by hundreds of enzymes in body. Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) is a component of coenzyme A (CoA), which plays a critical role in the utilization of fats and carbohydrates in energy production, as well as in the manufacture of adrenal hormones and red blood cells. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin) helps the body make several neurotransmitters, chemicals that carry signals from one nerve cell to another. Its active form, Pyridoxal Phosphate acts as coenzyme to Glycogen Phosphorylase, which breaks down Glycogen to Glucose, thus providing source of energy for body. Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is an especially important vitamin for maintaining healthy nerve cells, and it helps in the production of DNA and RNA, the body's genetic material. Lack of Vitamin B12 causes Anaemia which may lead to fatigue. Hence liberal dose of Vitamin B12 is desired for energetic body. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is an anti-oxidant that boosts immunity. It helps the body make collagen, an important protein used in strengthening skin, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Vitamin C is needed for healing wounds, and for repairing and maintaining bones and teeth. Vitamin B9 (Folic acid) is necessary for adequate haemoglobin (Hb) production, where haemoglobin carries oxygen in body. Vitamin B12 works closely with vitamin B9, also called folate or folic acid, to help make red blood cells and to help iron work better in the body.
[0024] As an example, 234.04 mg of Vitamin B and 75 mg of Vitamin C may be used. Among the 234.04 mg of Vitamin B, the proportion may be as follows: 30 mg of Vitamin B1, 3 mg of Vitamin B2, 120 mg of Vitamin B3, 40 mg of Vitamin B5, 40 mg of Vitamin B6, 40 mcg of Vitamin B12, 1000 mcg of Folic acid may be used.
[0025] In an embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additives may be selected from any one of inositol, creatine, carnitine, acetyl carnitine, lipoic acid, gamma-aminobutyric acid, carnosine, choline, cytidine diphosphocholine, dimethyl-amino-ethanol, S-adenosyl-L-methionine, quercetin, lycopene, glycosaminoglycan and phosphatidylserine, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0026] In the instant embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additives present in the water based energy drink are creatine and carnitine. Creatine is a naturally-occurring amino acid (protein building block) that's found in meat and fish, and made by the human body in the liver, kidneys, and pancreas. It is converted into creatine phosphate or phosphocreatine and stored in the muscles, where it is used for energy. Carnitine plays a critical role in energy production. It transports long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria so they can be oxidized to produce energy. As an example, 1 gram of creatine and 1 gram of carnitine may be used as the bioactive nutrient additives.
[0027] In an embodiment, the herbal additive is comprised of at least one of ginseng, tea, green tea, guarana, grape seed, turmeric (Diferuloyl Methane, curcumin), milk thistle, schisandra, reishi, damiana, chocolate, carob, piperine, and extracts thereof, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0028] In the instant embodiment, the water based energy drink includes herbal additives such as ginseng, green tea extract and guarana. Ginseng is a good tonic that benefits one’s stamina and helps boost energy levels. It helps use oxygen more effectively, and it regulates metabolism, which can increase energy levels. It also acts as nerve tonic and reduces stress levels. Green tea is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that have powerful effects on the body. This includes improved brain function, fat loss, lower risk of cancer, lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes etc. Guarana is used for weight loss, to enhance athletic performance, as a stimulant, and to reduce mental and physical fatigue. Guarana is commonly used to treat low blood pressure and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) in some medical practices. As an example,100 mg of ginseng, 200 mg green tea extract and 1 gram of guarana may be used as the herbal additives.
[0029] In an embodiment, the sweetener is comprised of at least one of sucrose, glucose, fructose, honey, saccharin, aspartame, cyclamate, stevioside, acesulfame k, sucralose, alitame, neohesperidine dc, thaumatin, sucaryl and xylitol, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0030] In the instant embodiment, the water based energy drink includes required quantity of sucrose. If necessary, sucralose is added. Sucrose provides body with the energy required to perform physical and mental functions. The body breaks down foods such as sucrose and starch into fructose and glucose during digestion and the fructose and glucose are metabolized to release energy. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener and sugar substitute. The majority of ingested sucralose is not broken down by the body, so it is noncaloric. As an example, 25 grams of sucrose may be used, whereas sucralose may be added according to recipe’s sweetness.
[0031] In an embodiment, taurine may be added as an ingredient in the water based energy drink. It acts as a neurotransmitter and is essential for the proper functioning of heart and skeletal muscles. It is also essential for the synthesis of bile salts in body. As an example, 5000 mg of taurine may be used.
[0032] In an embodiment, glucuronolactone may be added to the water based energy drink. Glucuronolactone can increase energy levels, reduce sleepiness and improve alertness and reaction time. Glucuronolactone is considered a main component of chondroitin sulfate and is considered by some researchers to be useful in making joints, ligaments and tendons healthy and elastic, and is used in medicine for the treatment of arthritis. It has been shown in research to benefit the liver because of its involvement in detoxification of the liver through glucuronidation processes. As an example, 1500 mg of Glucuronolactone may be added.
[0033] In an embodiment, Malic acid may be added to the water based energy drink. It maintains normal Ph in the body (Ph is acid base balance and normal Ph is essential for homeostasis). Malic acid removes fatigue in body and improves exercise tolerance. As an example,1200-2400 mg of Malic acid may be used.
[0034] In an embodiment, cocoa may be added as an ingredient to the water based energy drink. Cocoa has high anti-cancer antioxidants and helps in keeping the cholesterol level down. As an example, 30 grams of cocoa may be used.
[0035] Caffeine in the energy drink stimulates Central Nervous System, which can make you feel more awake and give you a boost of energy. It is a diuretic that helps your body get rid of extra salt and water by urinating more. As an example, 150 mg of Caffeine may be used.
[0036] In an exemplary embodiment, a litre of the water based energy drink has around 263 calories.
MILK BASED ENERGY DRINK:
[0037] The main ingredients of the milk based energy drink and their biological benefits are described in detail below.
Composition and their quantity for milk based energy drink:
Sl. No. Element Exemplary Quantity
1 Leucine 1 gm
2 Isoleucine 1 gm
3 Valine 1 gm
4 Glutamine 2 gm
5 Creatine 1 gm
6 Vitamin B1 30 mg
7 Vitamin B2 3 mg
8 Vitamin B3 120 mg
9 Vitamin B5 40 mg
10 Vitamin B6 40 mg
11 Vitamin B12 40 mcg
12 Vitamin C 75 mg
13 Folic Acid 1000 mcg
14 Tryptophan 0.5 gm
15 Taurine 5000 mg
16 Carnitine 1 gm
17 Caffeine 150 mg
18 Green Tea Extract 200 mg
19 Coenzyme Q10 30 mg
20 Sucrose 25 gm
21 Sucralose q. s.
22 Ginseng 100 mg
23 Glucuronolactone 1500 mg
24 Guarana 1 gm
25 Diferuloylmethane (Curcumin) 500 mg
26 Piperine 25 mg
27 Cocoa 30 gm
28 Milk 1 litre
29 Calcium 1200 mg
30 Calories 568

[0038] In an embodiment, milk based energy drink includes at least one amino acid along with taurine, caffeine and at least one ingredient selected from the group consisting of vitaminic additive, herbal additive, mineral additive, proteins, bioactive nutrient additive, sweetening agent, flavoring agent, coloring agent, preservatives, solvents, either individually or combinations thereof.
[0039] In an embodiment, the amino acid is selected from the group of amino acids explained under water based energy drink.
[0040] In the instant embodiment, the composition of the milk based energy drink includes branched chain amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine and valine along with other amino acids like glutamine and tryptophan.
[0041] As an example, 3 grams of branched chain amino acids may be used, i.e., 1 gram of leucine, 1 gram of iso-leucine and 1 gram of valine may be used. In addition to the branched chain amino acids, 2.5 grams of amino acids may be used. For example, 2 grams of glutamine and 0.5 grams of tryptophan may be used.
[0042] In an embodiment, the vitaminic additive is selected from the group of vitamins as explained under water based energy drink.
[0043] In the instant embodiment, the composition of milk based energy drink includes Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9(Folic Acid), Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C. As an example, 234.04 mg of Vitamin B and 75 mg of Vitamin C may be used. Among the 214.04 mg of Vitamin B, the proportion may be as follows: 30 mg of Vitamin B1, 3 mg of Vitamin B2, 120 mg of Vitamin B3, 40 mg of Vitamin B5, 40 mg of Vitamin B6, 40 mcg of Vitamin B12 and 1000 mcg of Folic acid.
[0044] In an embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additive is selected from the group of bioactive nutrient additives as explained under water based energy drink.
[0045] In the instant embodiment, the milk based energy drink includes bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine. As an example, 1 gram of creatine and 1 gram of carnitine may be used as the bioactive nutrient additives.
[0046] In an embodiment, the herbal additive is selected from the group of herbal additives as explained under water based energy drink.
[0047] In the instant embodiment, the herbal additives present in the milk based energy drink may be ginseng, green tea extract, guarana and combinations thereof. As an example, 100 mg of ginseng, 200 mg green tea extract and 1 gram of guarana may be used as the herbal additives.
[0048] In an embodiment, the sweetener may be selected from the group of sweeteners as explained under water based energy drink.
[0049] In the instant embodiment, the milk based energy drink includes required quantity of sucrose. If necessary, sucralose is added. As an example, 25 grams of sucrose may be used, whereas sucralose may be added according to recipe’s sweetness.
[0050] In an embodiment, taurine may be added as an important ingredient in the milk based energy drink. As an example, 5000 mg of taurine may be added to 1 litre of Milk.
[0051] In an embodiment, glucuronolactone may be added to the milk based energy drink. As an example, 1500 mg of glucuronolactone may be added to 1 litre of Milk.
[0052] In an embodiment, coenzyme Q10 may also be part of the milk based energy drink. It is present in mitochondria and takes part in electron transport chain and hence it is essential in releasing energy in the form of ATP. Coenzyme Q10 can also enhance blood flow and protect the blood vessels. As an example, 30 mg of coenzyme Q10may be added to 1 litre of Milk.
[0053] In an embodiment, Diferuloylmethane (Curcumin) may be added as an important ingredient in the milk based energy drink. It acts as an anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. It also helps in healing and improves microvascular health. As an example, 500 mg of Diferuloylmethane may be added to 1 litre of Milk.
[0054] In an embodiment, piperine may be added as an important ingredient in the milk based energy drink. Piperine helps to increase the bioavailability of key nutrients and it may also be useful for additional purposes such as support for weight management. It helps in the absorption of curcumin. As an example, 25 mg of piperine may be added to 1 litre of Milk.
[0055] In an embodiment, cocoa may be added as an ingredient to the milk based energy drink. Cocoa has high anti-cancer antioxidants and helps in keeping the cholesterol level down. As an example, 30 grams of cocoa may be used.
[0056] In the instant embodiment, the composition of the milk based energy drink may include Calcium as a mineral additive. Calcium is important for optimal bone health throughout the life. Calcium helps to build and maintain strong bones. Calcium is also necessary for the proper functioning of heart, muscles and nerves. As an example, 1200 mg of Calcium may be added.
[0057] Caffeine is also an ingredient of the energy drink, and 150 mg of Caffeine may be used in 1 litre.
[0058] In an exemplary embodiment, a litre of the milk based energy drink may have 568 calories.
ALCOHOL BASED ENERGY DRINK:
[0059] The main ingredients of the alcohol based energy drink and their biological benefits are described in detail below.
Composition and their quantity for alcohol based energy drink:
Sl. No. Element Exemplary Quantity
1 Leucine 5 gm
2 Isoleucine 5 gm
3 Valine 5 gm
4 Glutamine 3 gm
5 Creatine 1 gm
6 Vitamin B1 30 mg
7 Vitamin B2 3 mg
8 Vitamin B3 120 mg
9 Vitamin B5 40 mg
10 Vitamin B6 40 mg
11 Vitamin B12 40 mcg
12 Vitamin C 75 mg
13 Folic Acid 1000 mcg
14 Tryptophan 0.5 gm
15 Taurine 5000 mg
16 Carnitine 1 gm
17 Caffeine 150 mg
18 Green Tea Extract 200 mg
19 Coenzyme Q10 30 mg
20 Sucrose 25 gm
21 Sucralose q. s.
22 Ginseng 100 mg
23 Glucuronolactone 1500 mg
24 Guarana 1 gm
25 Alcohol 25 gm
26 Water 1 litre
27 Calories 300

[0060] In an embodiment, alcohol based energy drink includes at least one amino acid along with Taurine, Caffeine and at least one ingredient selected from the group consisting of vitaminic additive, herbal additive, mineral additive, proteins, bioactive nutrient additive, sweetening agent, flavoring agent, coloring agent, preservatives, solvents, either individually or in combinations thereof.
[0061] In an embodiment, the amino acid is selected from the group of amino acids as explained under water based energy drink.
[0062] In the instant embodiment, the composition of the alcohol based energy drink includes branched chain amino acids such as leucine, iso-leucine and valine along with other amino acids like glutamine and tryptophan.
[0063] As an example, 15 grams of branched chain amino acids may be used, i.e., 5 grams of leucine, 5 grams of iso-leucine and 5 grams of valine may be used. In addition to the branched chain amino acids, 3.5 grams of amino acids may be used. For example, 3 grams of glutamine and 0.5 grams of tryptophan may be used.
[0064] In an embodiment, the vitaminic additive is selected from the group of vitamins as explained under water based energy drink.
[0065] In the instant embodiment, the composition of alcohol based energy drink includes Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C. As an example, 234.04 mg of Vitamin B and 75 mg of Vitamin C may be used. Among the 234.04 mg of Vitamin B, the proportion may be as follows: 30 mg of Vitamin B1, 3 mg of Vitamin B2, 120 mg of Vitamin B3, 40 mg of Vitamin B5, 40 mg of Vitamin B6, 40 mcg of Vitamin B12 and 1000 mcg of Folic acid.
[0066] In an embodiment, the bioactive nutrient additive is selected from the group of bioactive nutrient additives as explained under water based energy drink.
[0067] In the instant embodiment, the alcohol based energy drink includes bioactive nutrient additives such as creatine and carnitine. As an example, 1 gram of creatine and 1 gram of carnitine may be used as the bioactive nutrient additives.
[0068] In an embodiment, the herbal additive is selected from the group of herbal additives as explained under water based energy drink.
[0069] In the instant embodiment, the herbal additives present in the alcohol based energy drink may be ginseng, green tea extract, guarana and combinations thereof. As an example, 100 mg of ginseng, 200 mg green tea extract and 1 gram of guarana may be used as the herbal additives.
[0070] In an embodiment, the sweetener may be selected from the group of sweeteners as explained under water based energy drink.
[0071] In the instant embodiment, the alcohol based energy drink includes required quantity of sucrose. If necessary, sucralose is added. As an example, 25 grams of sucrose may be used, whereas sucralose may be added according to recipe’s sweetness.
[0072] In an embodiment, taurine may be added as an important ingredient in the alcohol based energy drink. As an example, 5000 mg of taurine may be used.
[0073] In an embodiment, glucuronolactone may be added to the alcohol based energy drink. As an example, 1500 mg of glucuronolactone may be added.
[0074] In an embodiment, Coenzyme Q10 may be added as an important ingredient in the alcohol based energy drink. It is present in mitochondria and takes part in electron transport chain and hence it is essential in releasing energy in the form of ATP. Coenzyme Q10 can also enhance blood flow and protect the blood vessels. As an example, 30 mg of Coenzyme Q10may be added to 1 litre.
[0075] Caffeine is also an ingredient of the energy drink. As an example, 150 mg of Caffeine may be used in 1 litre of drink.
[0076] In an exemplary embodiment, a litre of the alcohol based energy drink may have 300 calories.
[0077] Unlike other energy drinks, the quantity of caffeine (in all the three variants of energy drinks, i.e., water based, milk based and alcohol based) is limited. Therefore, the energy drink can be consumed in large quantities without the risk of adverse effects of Caffeine such as jitteriness, palpitation. The composition of the drink includes amino acids, vitamins, herbal extracts and other nutritional components which makes it a balanced energy drink. As explained earlier, the energy drink can be either water, milk or alcohol based as per the requirement of the consumer.
[0078] It shall be noted that the processes described above are described as sequence of steps; this was done solely for the sake of illustration. Accordingly, it is contemplated that some steps may be added, some steps may be omitted, the order of the steps may be re-arranged, or some steps may be performed simultaneously.
[0079] Although embodiments have been described with reference to specific example embodiments, it will be evident that various modifications and changes may be made to these embodiments without departing from the broader spirit and scope of the system and method described herein. Accordingly, the specification is to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense.
[0080] Many alterations and modifications of the present invention will no doubt become apparent to a person of ordinary skill in the art after having read the foregoing description. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. It is to be understood that the description above includes many specifications; these should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention but as merely providing illustrations of some of the personally preferred embodiments of this invention. Thus, the scope of the invention should be determined by the appended claims and their legal equivalents rather than by the examples given.