The present disclosure relates generally to the field of herbal health supplements and method of manufacturing the same. More specifically, the disclosure is directed to a multi-layered candy fortified with palatable ashwagandha, amla juice concentrate and vitamin D.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art. [0003] Food industries have started focusing on the functional food fortified with the plant ingredients that meet the consumer's demand for a healthy life style. These foods not only satisfy palates but also provide humans with necessary nutrients as well as increases physical and mental health of the consumers. [0004] Natural fortified foods are substances that provide health benefits beyond normal nutritional values and added nutrients, which are of natural or herbal origin. The researchers are keen to develop functional food and nutraceuticals into marketable products because of the herbal revolution and its implementation to daily nutrient intake or function-fortified food/dietary supplements with desired therapeutic efficacy.
[0005] The plants are the major source among the Indian masses, since most important foods of mankind as these are not only nutritive but are also sometimes indispensable for the maintenance of health. There are some herbal food supplements available in the developed nations and a few in the developing ones. [0006] Nowadays, taking note of the importance of natural ingredients in almost all the products to avoid harmful side-effects, many producers / manufacturers have started using natural ingredients of plant origin. However, all-natural compositions with adequate consumer performance with a limited number of raw materials is a daunting task. Further, the raw material availability is scarce when compared with the synthetic ingredients.

[0007] Additionally, the drawbacks currently associated with the naturally-derived formulations include costly, requirement of high concentrations for desired medicinal property, undesirable flavors and odors, poor stability, and are not effective as expected.
[0008] Hence, there is an imminent need for developing palatable form of herbal health supplements with one or more health benefit providing herbal ingredient that not only provide desired medicinal property but also the patient compliance. [0009] The present disclosure overcomes the deficiencies of the art by providing a non-toxic eco-friendly cleansing compositions which are effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0010] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a herbal health supplement composition that satisfies the existing needs, as well as emerging ones, and generally overcomes the deficiencies found in the prior art. [0011] An object of the present disclosure is to an herbal health supplement composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic and safe for human use.
[0012] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an herbal health supplement composition comprising at least three herbal ingredients. [0013] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition is oral solid edible composition.
[0014] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an oral solid edible herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition is formulated as multi-layer candy.
[0015] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an oral solid edible herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition comprises vitamin D, Withania somnifera extract and Phyllanthus emblica extract.

[0016] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a multi-layer candy
composition comprising vitamin D, Withania somnifera extract and Phyllanthus
emblica extract.
[0017] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a multi-layer candy
composition comprising viscous oily formulation of vitamin D, aqueous extract of
Withania somnifera and Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate.
[0018] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a multi-layer candy
composition comprising
a) viscous oily formulation of vitamin D in cocoa butter as core layer;
b) palatable form of Withania somnifera comprising aqueous extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup as sandwich or inner layer; and
c) Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrates in a sugar base as outer layer.
[0019] An object of the present disclosure is to provide a multi-layer candy
composition comprising
a) 10 - 20% w/w of viscous oily formulation of vitamin D;
b) 10 - 20% w/w of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera; and
c) 10 - 20% w/w of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate.
[0020] Another object of the present disclosure is to provide a method for manufacturing multi-layer herbal health supplement composition comprising the steps of:
a) Preparing the core layer of vitamin D by melting cocoa butter, followed by the addition of oily vitamin D and flavor with continuous stirring and heating;
b) Preparing sandwich layer comprising palatable Withania somnifera by mixing of liquid glucose, milk protein, sodium chloride, and aqueous extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup, followed by continuous stirring and heating to get a light brown coloured caramel;
c) Pouring viscous mixture from step (b) into a mould, followed by the injection of vitamin D oily formulation from step (a) into the viscous mixture;

d) Solidifying the composition from step (c) by cooling below zero deg C to form a two-layer candy;
e) Preparing of outer layer by coating the solidified two-layer candy from step (d) comprising the preparation of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate in a sugar base, followed by coating of the two-layer candy from step (d) to form a three-layer candy;
f) Drying of the three-layer candy from step (e).
[0021] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a multi-layer candy composition comprising anti-stress, antitussive, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adaptogenic, or immunomodulatory property.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0022] The present disclosure relates to an eco-friendly antimicrobial cleaning composition that satisfies the existing needs, as well as emerging ones, and generally overcomes the deficiencies found in the prior art. [0023] The present disclosure relates to an herbal health supplement composition that satisfies the existing needs, as well as emerging ones, and generally overcomes the deficiencies found in the prior art.
[0024] The present disclosure relates to an herbal health supplement composition comprising naturally derived ingredients that are non-toxic and safe for human use.
[0025] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an herbal health supplement composition comprising at least three herbal ingredients.
[0026] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition is oral solid edible composition. [0027] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an oral solid edible herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition is formulated as multi¬layer candy.
[0028] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to an oral solid edible herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition comprises vitamin D, Withania somnifera extract and Phyllanthus emblica extract.

[0029] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to a multi-layer candy
composition comprising vitamin D, Withania somnifera extract and Phyllanthus
emblica extract.
[0030] In an aspect, the present disclosure relates to a multi-layer candy
composition comprising viscous oily formulation of vitamin D, aqueous extract of
Withania somnifera and Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate.
[0031] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a multi-layer candy
composition comprising
a) viscous oily formulation of vitamin D in cocoa butter as core layer;
b) palatable form of Withania somnifera comprising aqueous extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup as sandwich or inner layer; and
c) Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate in a sugar base as outer layer.
[0032] In another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a multi-layer candy
composition comprising
a) 10 - 20% w/w of viscous oily formulation of vitamin D;
b) 10 - 20% w/w of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera; and
c) 10 - 20% w/w of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate.
[0033] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a method for manufacturing multi-layer herbal health supplement composition comprising the steps of:
a) Preparing the core layer of vitamin D by melting cocoa butter, followed by the addition of oily vitamin D and flavor with continuous stirring and heating;
b) Preparing sandwich layer comprising palatable Withania somnifera by mixing of liquid glucose, milk protein, sodium chloride, and aqueous extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup, followed by continuous stirring and heating to get a light brown coloured caramel;
c) Pouring viscous mixture from step (b) into a mould, followed by the injection of vitamin D oily formulation from step (a) into the viscous mixture;

d) Solidifying the composition from step (c) by cooling below zero deg C to form a two-layer candy;
e) Preparing of outer layer by coating the solidified two-layer candy from step (d) comprising the preparation of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate in a sugar base, followed by coating of the two-layer candy from step (d) to form a three-layer candy;
f) Drying of the three-layer candy from step (e).
[0034] In yet another aspect, the present disclosure relates to a multi-layer candy composition comprising anti-stress, antitussive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adaptogenic, or immunomodulatory property.
[0035] Other aspects of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learnt by the practice of the invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS OF THE INVENTION
[0036] The following drawings form part of the present specification and are included to further illustrate aspects of the present disclosure. The disclosure may be better understood by reference to the drawings in combination with the detailed description of the specific embodiments presented herein.
FIG. 1: Representation describing multi-layer candy comprising (A) External layer (B) Inner layer (C) Inner core.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0037] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as will be defined by the claims.
[0038] All publications herein are incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application were specifically and

individually indicated to be incorporated by reference. Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply. [0039] Reference throughout this specification to "one embodiment" or "an embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment is included in at least one embodiment. Thus, the appearances of the phrases "in one embodiment" or "in an embodiment" in various places throughout this specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment. Furthermore, the particular features, structures, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.
[0040] In some embodiments, numbers have been used for quantifying weights, percentages, ratios, and so forth, to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention and are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term "about." Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements. [0041] Various terms as used herein are shown below. To the extent a term used in a claim is not defined below, it should be given the broadest definition persons in the pertinent art have given that term as reflected in printed publications and issued patents at the time of filing.

[0042] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of "a," "an," and "the" includes plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of "in" includes "in" and "on" unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. [0043] Unless the context requires otherwise, throughout the specification which follow, the word "comprise" and variations thereof, such as, "comprises" and "comprising" are to be construed in an open, inclusive sense that is as "including, but not limited to."
[0044] The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. [0045] All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. "such as") provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention. [0046] Groupings of alternative elements or embodiments of the invention disclosed herein are not to be construed as limitations. Each group member can be referred to and claimed individually or in any combination with other members of the group or other elements found herein. One or more members of a group can be included in, or deleted from, a group for reasons of convenience and/or patentability. When any such inclusion or deletion occurs, the specification is herein deemed to contain the group as modified.
[0047] The description that follows, and the embodiments described therein, is provided by way of illustration of an example, or examples, of particular embodiments of the principles and aspects of the present disclosure. These examples are provided for the purposes of explanation, and not of limitation, of those principles and of the disclosure.

[0048] It should also be appreciated that the present disclosure can be implemented in numerous ways, including as a system, a method or a device. In this specification, these implementations, or any other form that the invention may take, may be referred to as processes. In general, the order of the steps of the disclosed processes may be altered within the scope of the invention. [0049] The headings and abstract of the invention provided herein are for convenience only and do not interpret the scope or meaning of the embodiments. [0050] The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the inventive subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of inventive elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible combinations of the disclosed elements. Thus if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C, and a second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject matter is also considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if not explicitly disclosed.
[0051] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, "Withania somnifercT is also known as Ashwagandha or its linguistic variations, Indian Ginseng, Poison Gooseberry, or Winter Cherry.
[0052] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, "Phyllanthus embliccT is also known as Emblic, Emblic Myrobalan, Myrobalan, Indian Gooseberry, Malacca Tree, Amla, or Amalaki.
[0053] In an embodiment, the present disclosure focuses on an oral solid edible composition comprising herbal health supplements.
[0054] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement" composition includes but not limited to herbal supplements of ayurvedic-based, siddha-based, unani-based, homeopathy-based, or any other traditional medicine-based supplement.
[0055] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement" composition comprises extract from whole plant or plant parts.

[0056] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "plant part" includes but
not limited to fruit, leaf, seeds, rhizome, tubers, bark, root, aerial parts and any
combination thereof.
[0057] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement
"composition comprises Withania somnifera extract, Phyllanthus emblica juice
concentrate and vitamin D.
[0058] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement"
may be obtained from the whole plant / tree or from parts of Withania somnifera,
such as, for example, the leaves, the stem, the bark, the fruits, the nuts, the seeds,
the flowers, the roots or any other parts of the plant / tree thereof.
[0059] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement"
may be obtained from the whole plant / tree or from parts of Phyllanthus emblica,
such as, for example, the leaves, the stem, the bark, the fruits, the nuts, the seeds,
the flowers, the roots or any other parts of the plant / tree thereof.
[0060] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement
"composition may further comprise essential oils including but not limited to tea
tree oil, tulsi oil, rosemary oil, lavender oil, rosewood oil, jojoba oil, bergamot oil,
clove oil, mentha oil and combinations thereof.
[0061] In an embodiment of the present invention, the Withania somnifera extract
present in the herbal health supplement composition comprise at least about
0.0001 %w/w, at least about 0.001 % w/w, at least about 0.01 % w/w, and not
more than about 0.1 % w/w or about 1 % w/w, but usually not more than about
10% w/w, or not more than about 20% w/w. Most preferably, the fraction ranging
from about 5%> w/w to about 20% w/w.
[0062] In an embodiment of the present invention, the Phyllanthus emblica juice
concentrate present in the herbal health supplement composition comprise at least
about 0.0001 %> w/w, at least about 0.001 %> w/w, at least about 0.01 %> w/w, and
not more than about 0.1 %> w/w or about 1 %> w/w, but usually not more than
about 10%) w/w, or not more than about 20%> w/w. Most preferably, the fraction
ranging from about 5%> w/w to about 20%> w/w.

[0063] In an embodiment of the present invention, the vitamin D or the precursor of vitamin D present in the herbal health supplement composition comprise at least about 0.0001 % w/w, at least about 0.001 % w/w, at least about 0.01 % w/w, and not more than about 0.1 % w/w or about 1 % w/w, but usually not more than about 10% w/w, or not more than about 20% w/w. Most preferably, the fraction ranging from about 5% w/w to about 20% w/w.
[0064] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement "composition may further comprise extracts including but not limited to Bacopa monnieri, Terminalia chebula, Mangifera indica, Evolvulus alsinoides, Asparagus racemosus, Amaranthus hypochondriacus, Hibiscus, and the like.
[0065] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement "composition may further comprise angelica extract, astragalus extract, bilberry extract, black cohosh extract, blue cohosh extract, blessed thistle extract, burdock extract, California poppy extract, cactus extract, celandine extract, chamomile extract, chaparral extract, chaste tree extract, chickweed extract, cleavers extract, coltsfoot extract, corn silk extract, cramp bark extract, damiana extract, dandelion extract, devil's claw extract, dong quai extract, echinacea extract, sib ginseng extract, eyebright extract, false unicorn root extract, fenugreek extract, ginkgo extract, ginseng root extract, goldenrod extract, goldenseal extract, gotu kola extract, horsetail extract, hyssop extract, kava extract, lady's mantle extract, licorice root extract, milk thistle extract, motherwort extract, nettle extract, oats extract, Oregon grape root extract, osha root extract, passionflower extract, paud'arco extract, plantain extract, red clover extract, red root extract, reishi mushroom extract, sarsaparilla extract, saw palmetto extract, St. John's wort extract, schisandra berry extract, shepherds purse extract, skullcap extract, slippery elm extract, usnea lichen extract, uvaursi extract, valerian extract, wild cherry extract, wild yam extract, wormwood extract, yellow dock extract, yucca root extract or combinations thereof.
[0066] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement "composition can further comprise one or more pharmaceutically

acceptable excipient of natural / herbal origin or generally regarded as safe (GRAS) ingredients including but not limited to: a softening agent, one or more of a sweetening agent, one or more of a flavoring agent, one or more of a hardening agent, one or more of a binding agent, one or more of a compressible agent and disintegrative agent, one or more of a polymer, and one or more of a filler. [0067] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "sweetening agent" includes but not limited to sugar syrup, sucrose syrup, maltitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltase, glycerol, corn syrup or combinations thereof.
[0068] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "flavoring agent" includes but not limited to mint flavor, lemon flavor, orange flavor, betel leaf flavor, vanilla flavor, strawberry flavor, butterscotch flavor, pineapple flavor, chocolate flavor, mango flavor, banana flavor, apple flavor, and the like. [0069] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "disintegrating agent" includes but not limited to isomalt, dextrose monohydrate, maltodextrin, lactose monohydrate, dextrin, mannitol, lactitol, sorbitol, xylitol, erythritol, sucrose, lactose, and the like.
[0070] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement "composition can be used in the treatment of illnesses such as fatigue, headaches, muscle stiffness, inflammation, wound healing, osteoporosis, bone weakening, bone-related ailments, depression, hypertension, immunity disorders, and the like.
[0071] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement "composition exhibits anti-stress, antitussive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adaptogenic, and immunomodulatory properties.
[0072] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "herbal health supplement" composition can be a liquid or solid oral composition.
[0073] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "solid oral composition" can be formulated into any one or more of lozenges, candies, mouth freshener, jujubs, chewing gum, tablet, candies freshener, and the like. Most preferably candies or lozenges.

[0074] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "solid oral composition" can be formulated into multi-layered solid composition of more than two-layers. Most preferably three to five layers.
[0075] In preferred embodiment of the present invention, the "solid oral composition "is formulated into a three-layer candy.
[0076] In preferred embodiment of the present invention, the "multi-layer candy" comprises (a) viscous oily formulation of vitamin D in molten cocoa butter filled in the core (C region as shown in FIG. 1); (b) aqueous extract of Withania somnifera blended with caramel base is sandwiched between oily core and outer layer (B region as shown in FIG. 1); and (c) outer layer consists of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate in sugar candy base (A region as shown in FIG. 1). [0077] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "candy base" comprises any sugar source selected from but not limited to sucrose, glucose, fructose, lactose, galactose, gums, maltose, dextrin, sorbitol, or combinations thereof. [0078] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "multi-layer candy" may further comprise edible or essential oils including but not limited to those obtained from thyme, lemongrass, citrus, lemons, oranges, anise, clove, aniseed, pine, geranium, roses, mint, lavender, citronella, eucalyptus, peppermint, sandalwood, vervain, fleagrass, lemongrass, ratanhiae, cedar and mixtures thereof. Preferred essential oils to be used herein are thyme oil, clove oil, geranium oil, eucalyptus oil, peppermint oil, mint oil, isopropyl myristate or mixtures thereof. [0079] In an embodiment of the present invention, the edible or essential oils further comprise co-solvents including but not limited to propylene glycol, polyethylene glycol, or combinations thereof.
[0080] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "multi-layer candy "may further comprise flavors including but not limited to mint flavor, lemon flavor, orange flavor, betel leaf flavor, vanilla flavor, strawberry flavor, butterscotch flavor, pineapple flavor, chocolate flavor, mango flavor, banana flavor, apple flavor, and the like.
[0081] In an embodiment of the present invention, the "disintegrating agent" includes but not limited to isomalt, dextrose monohydrate, maltodextrin, lactose

monohydrate, dextrin, mannitol, lactitol, sorbitol, xylitol, erythritol, sucrose,
lactose, and the like.
[0082] In another embodiment of the present invention, the "multi-layer candy"
comprises caramel base formed of liquid glucose (15-20%w/w), milk protein (1-
2%w/w), sodium chloride (0.2-0.5%w/w), and the like mixed with the sucrose
syrup (60-70 %w/w).
[0083] In yet another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method of
manufacturing "multi-layer herbal health supplement composition" comprising
the steps of:
a) Preparing the core layer of vitamin D by melting cocoa butter, followed by the addition of oily vitamin D and flavor with continuous stirring and heating;
b) Preparing sandwich layer comprising palatable Withania somnifera by mixing of liquid glucose, milk protein, sodium chloride, and aqueous extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup, followed by continuous stirring and heating to get a light brown coloured caramel;
c) Pouring viscous mixture from step (b) into a mould, followed by the injection of vitamin D oily formulation from step (a) into the viscous mixture;
d) Solidifying the composition from step (c) by cooling below zero deg C to form a two-layer candy;
e) Preparing of outer layer by coating the solidified two-layer candy from step (d) comprising the preparation of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate in a sugar base, followed by coating of the two-layer candy from step (d) to form a three-layer candy;
f) Drying of the three-layer candy from step (e).
[0084] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the "multi-layer herbal health supplement composition" comprises
a) 10 - 20% w/w of vitamin D;
b) 10 - 20% w/w of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera;
c) 10 - 20% w/w of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate;

d) 15-20% of liquid glucose;
e) l-2%w/w milk protein;
f) 0.2-0.5%w/w sodium chloride;
g) 60-70%w/w sucrose syrup; and h) 10 - 20% w/w of cocoa butter
[0085] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art. EXAMPLES
[0086] The present disclosure is further explained in the form of following examples. However, it is to be understood that the foregoing examples are merely illustrative and are not to be taken as limitations upon the scope of the invention. Various changes and modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Such changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention. [0087] Example l:Preparation of core (C):
Cocoa butter (10-20%w/w) was melted by heating at around 40-45°C. Liquid oily formulation of vitamin D (0.5-1 mL) was mixed with molten cocoa butter with continuous stirring and heating at 40-45°C. The liquid oily formulation of vitamin D is further mixed with vegetable oil (2%w/w), isopropyl myristate (2%w/w), co-solvent propylene glycol (2%w/w), and orange flavor (l%w/w). [0088] Example 2:Preparation of inner layer (B)
Sucrose (65-68 %w/w) was mixed in water and stirred well with continuous heating at temperature range of 130-140°C. When mixture had acquired a syrup consistency, liquid glucose (15-20%w/w), milk protein (1-2%w/w), sodium chloride (0.2-0.5%)w/w) and aqueous extract of Ashwagandha (10-20 %w/w) were added with continuous stirring at 130-140°C temperature. The mixture was heated

and continuous stirring was done until light brown coloured caramel was
obtained.
[0089] Example 3:Preparation of outer layer (A)
Amlajuice concentrate (10-20%w/w) mixed in a sugar base (65-68 %w/w sucrose
in water).
[0090] Example 4:Preparation of three-layer candy
a) Pouring viscous mixture from Example 2 into a mould, followed by the injection of vitamin D oily formulation from Example 1 into the viscous mixture;
b) Solidifying the composition from step (a) by cooling below zero degrees to form a two-layer candy;
c) Coating of the two-layer candy from step (b) with amla juice concentrate from Example 3 to form a three-layer candy; and
d) Drying of the three-layer candy from step (c).

We Claim:

1. A herbal health supplement composition, wherein the composition comprises
a. viscous oily formulation of vitamin D;
b. palatable form of Withania somnifera; and
c. Phyllanthus emblica;
characterized in that
- the composition is formulated as oral solid edible composition.
2. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the oral solid edible composition is multi-layer herbal lozenge, candy, mouth freshener, jujubs, chewing gum, tablet or candies freshener.
3. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the oral solid edible composition is three-layer candy.
4. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition comprises
a. viscous oily formulation of vitamin D in cocoa butter as core layer;
b. palatable form of Withania somnifera comprising aqueous extract
of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup as sandwich or inner layer; and
c. Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrates in a sugar base as outer
layer.
5. The composition as claimed in claim 2, wherein the composition comprise
a. 10 - 20% w/w of viscous oily formulation of vitamin D;
b. 10 - 20% w/w of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera; and
c. 10 - 20% w/w of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate.
6. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition comprises
an edible oil, a softening agent, a sweetening agent, a flavoring agent, a
-1 r>

hardening agent, a binding agent, a compressible agent, a disintegrative agent, a polymer, and a filler.
7. The composition as claimed in claim 1, wherein the composition comprises anti-stress, antitussive, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, adaptogenic, or immunomodulatory property.
8. A method for manufacturing multi-layer herbal health supplement composition comprising the steps of:
a. Preparing the core layer of vitamin D by melting cocoa butter,
followed by the addition of oily vitamin D and flavor with continuous
stirring and heating;
b. Preparing sandwich layer comprising palatable Withania somnifera
by mixing of liquid glucose, milk protein, sodium chloride, and aqueous
extract of Withania somnifera in sucrose syrup, followed by continuous
stirring and heating to get a light brown coloured caramel;
c. Pouring viscous mixture from step (b) into a mould, followed by
the injection of vitamin D oily formulation from step (a) into the viscous
mixture;
d. Solidifying the composition from step (c) by cooling below zero
deg C to form a two-layer candy;
e. Preparing of outer layer by coating the solidified two-layer candy
from step (d) comprising the preparation of Phyllanthus emblica juice
concentrate in a sugar base, followed by coating of the two-layer candy
from step (d) to form a three-layer candy;
f Drying of the three-layer candy from step (e).
9. The composition as claimed in claim 6, wherein the composition comprises,
a. 10 - 20% w/w of vitamin D;
b. 10 - 20% w/w of aqueous extract of Withania somnifera;
c. 10 - 20% w/w of Phyllanthus emblica juice concentrate;

d. 15-20% of liquid glucose;
e. l-2%w/w milk protein;
f 0.2-0.5%w/w sodium chloride;
g. 60-70%w/w sucrose syrup; and
h. 10 - 20% w/w of cocoa butter.
10. The method as claimed in claim 6, wherein the heating is performed at temperatures ranging from 40 deg C to about 150 deg C.