Description:SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING PERSONALIZED NUTRITION TO INDIVIDUALS

Field of the Invention
[0001] The present invention relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.

Background
[0002] The description in the Background section includes general information related to the field of the present application. The background is only meant to provide context to a reader in understanding the present invention. It is neither to be taken as an admission that any of the provided information relates to prior art for the presently claimed invention nor that any publication explicitly or implicitly referenced within this section relates to prior art. The background section is merely meant to be illustrative rather than exhaustive and is primarily intended to identify problems associated with the present state of the art.
[0003] Generally, the nutritional landscape in India that is characterized by different dietary practices and regional cuisines has focused on maintaining optimal nutrition. Further, the diverse population of India requires a wide variety in dietary requirements based on various constraints such as economic constraints and availability of ingredients in addition to medical requirements. Such a diversity, when considered with nutrient deficiencies and increasing food allergies among the population, necessitates individualized dietary provisions.
[0004] Historically, dietary requirements suggested to individuals have relied on predetermined nutritional guidelines. It will be appreciated that while such predetermined nutritional guidelines provide a simple basis for daily food consumption, the guidelines fail to address distinct and specific nutritional requirements of individuals that are associated with different variables such as age, gender, prevailing health conditions and physiological factors. Furthermore, recent trends indicate an increase in adverse reactions to certain food ingredients, such as, reactions associated with consumption of gluten, tree nuts and the like. However, current nutritional systems fail to consider and/or address such specific dietary requirements of individuals.
[0005] In light of the above discussion, it can be readily recognised that there is an urgent need for nutritional systems that take into consideration specific requirements of individuals for suggesting and/or preparing food items to be consumed by the individuals.
Objects of the Invention
[0006] The following paragraphs briefly describe the various objectives sought to be achieved by the various embodiments of the present invention.
[0007] An objective of the present invention is to provide a system that enables creation of food and beverage items that are tailored to unique nutritional requirements of individuals.
[0008] Another objective of the present invention is to provide proper diet to individuals having specific dietary restrictions, allergies, or sensitivities by ensuring that the prepared food and beverages are devoid of allergens or other undesired components.
[0009] Yet another objective of the present invention is to provide an intuitive user interface that allows individuals to input specific preferences, access nutrient data and effortless interact with the system.
[00010] Still another objective of the present invention is to allow a wide range of ingredients and nutrients to be incorporated into the diets of individuals.

Summary
[00011] The following Summary section provides only a brief introduction to the various embodiments of the present invention. It is to be understood that the following paragraphs are neither meant to constitute a complete and thorough description of the claimed subject matter nor is it intended to define the technical features or the scope of the claimed subject matter. Thus, the description in the Summary section is neither intended to identify only the essential features of the present invention nor limit the scope of the claimed subject matter in any manner.
[00012] The present invention generally relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.
[00013] In one aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual. The system comprises a food dispensing apparatus comprising a processing unit to receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The food dispensing apparatus comprises multiple nutrient cartridges. Each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The food dispensing apparatus comprises a food preparation assembly to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges according to the recipe generated by the processing unit.
[00014] In a first embodiment, the processing unit receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual and generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients.
[00015] In a second embodiment, the system comprises an implantable sensor arrangement to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual in real-time and a wireless communication arrangement connected to the implantable sensor arrangement and the processing unit. The wireless communication arrangement transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit.
[00016] In a third embodiment, the processing unit receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual and dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change.
[00017] In a fourth embodiment, the implantable sensor arrangement measures levels of vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water and/or carbohydrates.
[00018] In a fifth embodiment, the dietary preferences associated with the individual comprise a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet and/or a dairy-free diet.
[00019] In a sixth embodiment, the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients.
[00020] In a seventh embodiment, the food dispensing apparatus comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a second threshold.
[00021] In a second aspect, the present disclosure provides a device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual. The device comprises a processing unit to receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The device comprises multiple nutrient cartridges. Each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The device comprises a mixing chamber connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges. The mixing chamber receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges in proportions based on the generated recipe and combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe. The device comprises a dispensing mechanism connected to the mixing chamber. The dispensing mechanism dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item.
[00022] In a first embodiment, the device comprises a user interface connected to the processing unit. The user interface displays nutritional information associated with the produced beverage or food item and receives a first input from the individual for customizing the beverage or food item to be prepared. The user interface 310 enables the individual to have an information regarding the nutritional composition of the prepared beverage or food item. Further, receiving the first input from the individual ensuring that the prepared item meets personal preferences and dietary requirements of the individual.
[00023] In a second embodiment, the displayed nutritional information comprises a calorie count, a macronutrient breakdown and/or potential allergens. The displaying of comprehensive nutritional information benefits the user by providing informed dietary choices, such as, for individuals monitoring specific nutritional intakes.
[00024] In a third embodiment, the first input comprises a request for adjusting a portion size, a flavour and/or an ingredient for individual taste. The customization improves user experience by ensuring that the beverage or food item aligns precisely with the immediate dietary requirements of the individual.
[00025] In a fourth embodiment, the mixing chamber comprises a cleaning mechanism to clean the cleaning mechanism after each preparation of the beverage or food item. The cleaning mechanism enables to maintain hygiene standards and prevent cross-contamination between different preparations of beverages or food items.
[00026] In a fifth embodiment, the processing unit hosts a machine learning algorithm to optimize the generated recipes based on user feedback and historical essential nutrient levels associated with the individual. Such optimization using machine learning enables to continually improve quality and nutritional alignment of the beverage and food item preparations based on evolving needs and feedback from the individual.
[00027] In a sixth embodiment, each nutrient cartridge comprises a valved nozzle and/or a quick-release mechanism. The valved nozzle and/or quick-release mechanism enhance precision and agility of ingredient dispensation, thereby ensuring consistent proportions and minimizing ingredient wastage.
[00028] In a seventh embodiment, the device comprises a water reservoir to supply water for preparation of the beverage or food item. The water reservoir comprises a water filtration system. Such an incorporation of water reservoir having the water filtration system enables to deliver the beverage or food item that is free from potential contaminants, enhancing the safety and taste profile of the beverage or food item.
[00029] In an eighth embodiment, the user interface receives a third input from the individual as feedback associated with taste and texture of the prepared beverage or food item. Such acquiring of feedback directly via the user interface provides the device with invaluable insights, thereby, enhancing subsequent preparations and further tailoring them to preferences of the individual.
[00030] In a third aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for preparing nutritional consumables. The system comprises an input unit to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared. The system comprises multiple cartridges. Each cartridge stores a different ingredient. Each cartridge comprises a storage volume to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form and a nozzle disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume. The nozzle is arranged with a valve that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume. Each cartridge further comprises a lid disposed at a top end of the storage volume. The lid is opened to refill the storage volume with the corresponding ingredient. The system comprises a flow control mechanism comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges and an outlet conduit. Further, an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges. The valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit. The system comprises a production chamber connected to the flow control mechanism. The production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism. The production chamber comprises a base for receiving the required ingredient and a nozzle for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base. The nozzle is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base. The production chamber comprises a temperature control unit connected to the base. The temperature control unit adjusts a temperature of the base to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable. The production chamber comprises a serving unit connected to the base. The prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit to be served. The system comprises a control unit connected to each of the input unit, the multiple cartridges, the flow control mechanism and the production chamber. The control unit receives the first input, generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input, generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges, operates the flow control mechanism to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan, operates the nozzle for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base based on the generated recipe, operates the temperature control unit to adjust the temperature of the base to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable and transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit to be served for consumption.
[00031] In a first embodiment, the production chamber comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base, the nozzle, the temperature control unit and the serving unit. The enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure.
[00032] In a second embodiment, the production chamber comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base.
[00033] In a third embodiment, the serving unit is connected to the base via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base to the serving unit.
[00034] In a fourth embodiment, the base is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base for preparing the nutritional consumable.
[00035] The various objects, features, and advantages of the claimed invention will become clear when reading the following Detailed Description along with the Drawings.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[00036] The following Brief Description of Drawings section will be better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present invention are illustrated in the drawings, the embodiments are not limited to the specific features shown in the drawings. The drawings illustrate simplified views of the claimed invention and are therefore, not made to scale. Identical numbers in the drawings indicate like elements in the drawings.
[00037] The embodiments of the present invention will now be briefly described by way of example only with reference to the drawings in which:
[00038] FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual as per one embodiment of the present disclosure;
[00039] FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the system of FIG. 1 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;
[00040] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of a device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual according to one embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[00041] FIG. 4 shows a perspective view of a system for preparing nutritional consumables as per one embodiment of the present disclosure.
Detailed Description
[00042] The following is a detailed description of exemplary embodiments to illustrate the principles of the invention. The embodiments are provided to illustrate aspects of the invention, but the invention is not limited to any single embodiment. The scope of the invention encompasses without limitation numerous alternatives, modifications and combinations.
[00043] It shall be noted that as used within the current section as well as in the appended claims, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Further, the use of words such as “first”, “second”, “third” and the like does not represent any particular order. Such words have been merely employed to distinguish one individual component from another. Moreover, “each” refers to each member of a set or each member of a subset of a set.
[00044] An arrangement of two or more components, unless stated specifically, can be done without limitation in any manner relative to a three-dimensional coordinate system. Thus, a second component arranged underneath a first component may also be taken to mean that the first component is arranged underneath the second component.
[00045] The phrase “configured to” as used through the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims is to be taken to mean that the particular component that is configured to perform a specific action is specially conceived, designed and subsequently manufactured to enable the particular component to be employed for conveniently performing the specific action. However, this should not be taken to mean that the particular component is only capable of performing one specific action that the particular component is configured to do. It may perform a variety of different actions in addition to the specific action that the particular component has been configured to do.
[00046] The phrase “operably coupled” as used throughout the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims is to be understood to refer to a coupling between two or more components that such an action performed by or on a first of the components is transferrable as an equivalent action of or on a second of the component that is operably coupled to the first component. It will be appreciated that more than two components may be operably coupled to each other.
[00047] Terms such as “slidably”, “pivotally”, “rotatably” and the like have been employed throughout the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims to refer to coupling between two or more components such that a first component can move (such as, slide, pivot or rotate) with respect to a second component that is movably coupled to the first component without completely detaching from the first component. It will be appreciated that more than two components may be operably coupled to each other.
[00048] It will be appreciated that various components of the system may be permanently or temporarily (such as, detachably) coupled to each other using various permanent or temporary means, including but not limited to, welding the components together, using screws, nuts, bolts and the like to join the components together, attaching the components using magnets and the like. Such details are commonly available in the art and have therefore been omitted throughout the Detailed Description and the appended Claims for the sake of conciseness.
[00049] It will also be appreciated that modifications, additions, or omissions may be made to the systems and apparatuses described hereinafter without departing from the scope of the Claims. The components of the systems and apparatuses may be integrated or separated. Moreover, the operations of the systems and apparatuses may be performed by more, fewer, or other components.
[00050] The present invention generally relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.
[00051] Referring to FIG. 1, there is shown a perspective view of a system 100 for providing personalized nutrition to an individual as per one embodiment of the present disclosure. The system 100 enables calibration of dietary components received by the individual in accordance with nutritional requirements of the individual. Further, by harnessing real-time input parameters and different ingredients associated with different essential nutrients, the system 100 ensures precision in beverage and food preparation as well as delivery. Such a delivery of consumables corresponds with health goals, dietary restrictions, and physiological demands of the individual, thereby enabling optimal health and wellness outcomes to be provided to the individual.
[00052] The system 100 comprises a food dispensing apparatus 102 comprising a processing unit 104 to receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual. Specifically, the processing unit 104 is configured to receive data pertaining to essential nutrient levels of the individual. The processing unit 104 generates the recipe by utilizing such data while considering both the essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences of the individual. The processing unit 104 ensures accuracy in recipe generation, promoting the delivery of optimal nutritional content. The system 100 formulates the tailored recipe for the individual by gathering essential nutrient levels related to the individual and integrating them with the dietary preferences of the individual, thereby, ensures that the nutritional requirements and preferences of the individual are effectively addressed.
[00053] The system 100 further comprises multiple nutrient cartridges 106. As shown, each nutrient cartridge 106 stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The multiple cartridges 106 enable storage and provision of a diverse array of ingredients, thereby ensuring that the formulated recipes can be comprehensive and tailored to the specific nutritional needs and preferences of an individual. Consequently, the inclusion of multiple cartridges 106 provides the system 100 with the capability to address a wide array of nutrient requirements, ensuring precision in nutritional delivery.
[00054] The system 100 also comprises a food preparation assembly 108 to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges 106 according to the recipe generated by the processing unit 104. Further, upon receipt of the recipe from the processing unit 104, the food preparation assembly 108 accesses the required nutrients from cartridges 106 and subsequently prepares the customized food preparation. The inclusion of the food preparation assembly 108 within system 100 facilitates meticulous translation of the generated recipe into a tangible food product. Further, by directly interfacing with the multiple cartridges 106 and utilizing the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges 106, the food preparation assembly 108 ensures accurate proportions and consistency in the resulting customized food preparation as per instructions of the processing unit 104. Consequently, the food preparation assembly 108 enables to ensure that the nutritional composition aligns with the specified requirements of the individual.
[00055] In a first embodiment, the processing unit 104 receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual and generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients. The processing unit 104 employs such information to formulate the recipe, ensuring the exclusion of the identified allergenic ingredients. Further, by systematically excluding allergenic ingredients based on the allergen responses of the individual, the system 100 ensures the delivery of nutritionally tailored consumables that prioritize the health and well-being of the individual, thereby mitigating potential adverse reactions by removing the risk of allergen exposure.
[00056] Referring to FIG. 2, there is shown a perspective view of the system 100 of FIG. 1 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the system 100 further comprises an implantable sensor arrangement 200 to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual 202 in real-time and a wireless communication arrangement 204 connected to the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104. The wireless communication arrangement 204 transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit 104. The wireless communication arrangement 204 ensures a connection between the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104, facilitating exchange of real-time essential nutrient data between the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104. The inclusion of the implantable sensor arrangement 200 in the system 100 facilitates real-time monitoring of essential nutrient levels of the individual 202, thereby, offering dynamic and responsive nutritional management. Further, the wireless communication arrangement 204 ensures that pertinent data from the implantable sensor arrangement 200 is efficiently transmitted to the processing unit 104. Consequently, such a real-time monitoring capability enables the system 100 to deliver timely and precise nutritional adjustments for the individual 202 by ensuring that the food preparations remain consistently aligned with the evolving nutritional requirements of the individual, thus, fostering a more proactive and accurate health-centric food preparation strategy.
[00057] In a third embodiment, the processing unit 104 receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual 202 and dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change. Such a capability of the processing unit 104 to dynamically adjust the recipe enables to consistently align food preparations according to changes in nutritional requirements of the individual 202. Thus,

such adaptability guarantees that evolving nutritional needs or allergen sensitivities are promptly addressed, thereby enhancing the safety and health benefits of the food prepared by the system 100 and consumed by the individual.
[00058] In a fourth embodiment, the implantable sensor arrangement 200 measures levels of vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water and/or carbohydrates. Such a measurement of different kinds of essential nutrients and compound enables the system 100 to generate a complete nutritional assessment of the individual 202 by providing comprehensive insights into nutritional status of the individual. Such a detailed assessment ensures that any deficiencies or excesses associated with the nutritional status of the individual are immediately identifiable, enabling the system 100 to deliver a calibrated and nutritionally balanced food preparation tailored to the specific requirements of the individual, further enabling the system 100 to produce more informed recipe formulations.
[00059] In a fifth embodiment, the dietary preferences associated with the individual 202 comprise a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet and/or a dairy-free diet. Such variation in the provided dietary preferences ensures that the generated recipe as well as food items are provided as per the nutritional requirements and dietary preferences of the individual 202. Such adaptation provides a holistic approach to nutrition for the individual, thus, ensuring both health benefits and adherence to personal or medically-prescribed dietary guidelines.
[00060] In a sixth embodiment, the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients. Such high bioavailability of the essential nutrients ensures that the ingested nutrients are properly and fully absorbed into body of the individual 202, thereby, optimizing the impact of nutritional intake. Further, by storing ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 that are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients, the system 100 ensures that the delivered nutrients are more readily absorbed and utilized into the body of the individual, thus, leading to enhanced nutritional efficacy and ensuring optimal health benefits from the consumed preparations.
[00061] In a seventh embodiment, the food dispensing apparatus 102 comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual 202 when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are lower than a second threshold. The alerts ensure that the system 100 maintains operational continuity while producing the customized food preparations according to high ingredient quality standards. The inclusion of the notification unit in the food dispensing apparatus 102 ensures that the individual is promptly alerted when the quantity of ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 falls below the set first threshold or if the quality of said ingredients deteriorates beyond the predefined second threshold. Such timely alerts ensure that the individual maintains a consistent nutrient supply, avoiding potential lapses in nutritional delivery, thereby, guaranteeing that the individual consumes ingredients of a high-quality standard to ensure optimal health benefits.
[00062] Referring now to FIG. 3, there is shown a perspective view of a device 300 for producing personalized nutrition for an individual according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The device 300 facilitates precise tailoring of dietary intake to the specific needs and preferences of the individual. Further, by generating the nutrition tailored to the individual, the device 300 ensures that the individual receives optimal nourishment, catering to the unique health requirements and dietary preferences thereof and thus, leading to potential improvements in overall health and well-being of the individual.
[00063] The device 300 comprises a processing unit 302 to receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The processing unit 302 utilizes the received data and incorporating dietary preferences of the individual to formulates a recipe tailored for the individual. Such a processing unit 302 ensures accuracy in aligning with the nutritional needs and preferences of the individual. The incorporation of the processing unit 302 within device 300 allows for intelligent collection of essential nutrient data and allergen responses associated with the individual. Further, by generating a recipe that considers both the essential nutrient data and allergen responses with the dietary preferences of the individual, the device 300 ensures the production of a dietary intake that addresses nutritional needs of the individual while also safeguards against potential allergic reactions, promoting health and safety in nutritional consumption.
[00064] The device 300 comprises multiple nutrient cartridges 304. Each nutrient cartridge 304 stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. Such nutrient cartridges 304 comprising the predetermined levels of essential nutrients ensure that the beverage or food item prepared using the device 300 comprises an accurate amount of the essential nutrients as required for the individual. The storage of the ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 enables precise and tailored dispensation of nutrients, ensuring that the unique nutritional requirements of the individual are met accurately, thereby optimizing the health benefits derived from the consumption of the beverage of food prepared by the device 300.
[00065] The device 300 comprises a mixing chamber 306 connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges 304. The mixing chamber 304 receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 in proportions based on the generated recipe and combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe. The mixing chamber 306 receives specific ingredient quantities from the cartridges 304, combines the received ingredients and ensures that the ingredients are mixed in a homogenous manner, thereby, enabling consistent and tasteful beverages and food items to be prepared for the individual. The incorporation of the mixing chamber 306 connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 facilitates systematic integration of ingredients in specific proportions as per the generated recipe. Such an arrangement ensures a homogeneous blend of nutrients, thereby producing a consistent and uniform nutritional profile in the final output that is tailored to meet the unique dietary needs and preferences of the individual.
[00066] The device 300 comprises a dispensing mechanism 308 connected to the mixing chamber 306. The dispensing mechanism 308 dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item. The dispensing mechanism 308 ensures that a consistent and accurate output is provided such that the prepared beverage or food item aligns with nutritional requirements of the individual, thereby, enabling the device 100 to fulfil any nutritional deficiencies of the individual. Such a dispensing mechanism 308 interconnected with the mixing chamber 306 provides a streamlined process for converting the combined ingredients into a consumable form. Further, the configuration of the dispensing mechanism 308 ensures precision in portioning and delivers a beverage or food item that accurately meets the nutritional specifications of the individual, optimizing both convenience and dietary alignment.
[00067] Referring now to FIG. 4, there is shown a perspective view of a system 400 for preparing nutritional consumables as per one embodiment of the present disclosure. The system 400 facilitates accurate formulation, mixing, and dispensing of ingredients, thereby, resulting in generation of consumables that meet the specific nutritional demands of individual while adhering to requirements of consistency, safety, and precision, thereby enhancing the overall dietary experience of the individual.
[00068] The system 400 comprises an input unit 402 to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared. Such receiving of the first input by the input unit 402 allows precise customization based on specific nutritional parameters. The incorporation of the input unit 402 within the system 400 enables streamlined facilitation of user-centric data acquisition, thereby, ensuring that the nutritional parameters, preferences, and requirements pertinent to the consumable to be prepared are accurately received. Consequently, the receiving of such information in an accurate manner enables creation of nutritionally tailored and individual-specific consumables.
[00069] The system 400 comprises multiple cartridges 404. Each cartridge 404 stores a different ingredient. The incorporation of the multiple cartridges 404 to store distinct ingredients provides versatility to the system 400 to source a diverse array of components. Consequently, the arrangement of the multiple cartridges 404 enables a wide spectrum of nutritional profiles to be catered to, thereby enhancing the capability of the system 400 to produce consumables that meet varied dietary needs and preferences. Each cartridge 404 comprises a storage volume 404A to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form and a nozzle 404B disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume 404A. The nozzle is 400B arranged with a valve 404C that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume 404A or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume 404A. Each cartridge 404 further comprises a lid 404D disposed at a top end of the storage volume 404A. The lid 404D is opened to refill the storage volume 404A with the corresponding ingredient. The multiple cartridges 404 enable storage of different types of ingredients in a compact and safe manner, thereby, allowing variations to be provided in the prepared nutritional consumables. The valve 404C provides precision in ingredient dispensation from the multiple cartridges 404. Further, the lid 404D enables easy replenishment of ingredients without allowing ingress and mixing of undesirable components with the ingredients stored within the multiple cartridges 404.
[00070] The system 400 comprises a flow control mechanism 406 comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges 404 and an outlet conduit. Further, an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges 404. The valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit. The ingredients stored within the multiple cartridges 404 can be directed into the designated inlet port and subsequently through the outlet conduit by actuating the corresponding valve, thereby, enabling accurate ingredient combinations and proportions. The integration of the flow control mechanism 406 with multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges 404 streamlines the selective release of ingredients, thereby, ensuring efficient transfer and metered blending of selected components and increasing precision in preparing consumables in alignment with the desired nutritional profile.
[00071] The system comprises a production chamber 408 connected to the flow control mechanism 406. The production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism 406. The production chamber comprises a base 410 for receiving the required ingredient and a nozzle 412 for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base 410. The nozzle 412 is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base 410. The incorporation of the production chamber 408 in direct connection with the flow control mechanism 406 facilitates a consolidated space for the immediate processing of ingredients once they are dispensed from the flow control mechanism 406. Such a direct connection enhances the efficiency of the system 400, ensuring a seamless transition from ingredient selection to the final preparation while reducing potential delays or losses during the production process. The production chamber comprises a temperature control unit 414 connected to the base. The temperature control unit 414 adjusts a temperature of the base 410 to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable. The nozzle 412 enables diverse ingredient distribution patterns to be provided on the base 410, such as, for preparing different nutritional consumables. Further, the incorporation of the temperature control unit 414 ensures the consistent quality of the nutritional consumables produced using the system 100.
[00072] The production chamber comprises a serving unit 416 connected to the base 410. The prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit 416 to be served. The serving unit 416 increases the efficiency of transition of the produced consumables from production to consumption stages. The integration of the serving unit 416 directly connected to the base 410 within the production chamber ensures immediate and efficient transfer of the prepared nutritional consumable for serving. Such a direct linkage minimizes the time between preparation completion and serving, thereby, preserving the freshness and quality of the consumable and enhancing the user experience during consumption of the consumable.
[00073] The system comprises a control unit (not shown) connected to each of the input unit 402, the multiple cartridges 404, the flow control mechanism 406 and the production chamber 408. The control unit receives the first input, generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input, generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges 404, operates the flow control mechanism 406 to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan, operates the nozzle 412 for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base 410 based on the generated recipe, operates the temperature control unit 414 to adjust the temperature of the base 410 to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable and transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit 416 to be served for consumption. The control unit ensures a harmonized and automated preparation sequence of the nutritional consumable from ingredient selection to final serving, thereby, increasing production efficiency of the system 400. The incorporation of the control unit interconnected with the input unit 402, the multiple cartridges 404, the flow control mechanism 406, and the production chamber 408 ensures a centralized and coordinated operation of the system 400 components. Such an integration also enables real-time monitoring, precise dispensation of ingredients, and efficient preparation of the nutritional consumable, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and optimal output based on the nutritional requirements of the individual.
[00074] In a first embodiment, the production chamber 408 comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base 410, the nozzle 412, the temperature control unit 414 and the serving unit 416. The enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure. The enclosure and the monitoring mechanism offer an enhanced controlled environment that optimizes the preparation conditions, thereby, ensuring consistent quality and preservation of nutritional integrity of the nutritional consumables. The inclusion of the enclosure to enclose the base 410, nozzle 412, temperature control unit 414, and serving unit 416, provides a controlled environment for the preparation of the nutritional consumable. Further, the integrated monitoring mechanism enables the system 400 to regulate internal temperature and pressure, ensuring the preservation of ingredient integrity, consistent preparation conditions and enhanced quality of the resulting nutritional consumable.
[00075] In a second embodiment, the production chamber 408 comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base 410. The integration of the dedicated mixing unit assures thorough and consistent blending, thereby, promoting uniformity in taste and texture across the nutritional consumable.
[00076] In a third embodiment, the serving unit 416 is connected to the base 410 via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416. The integration of the conveyor unit to enable transfer of the prepared consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416 under the control of the control unit, ensures an automated and seamless transfer of the prepared nutritional consumable. Such an arrangement minimizes manual intervention, enhances efficiency, and ensures that the consumable reaches the serving unit 416 in a timely and organized manner. Consequently, the integration of the conveyor unit streamlines the transfer process of the prepared nutritional consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416, thereby, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the likelihood of product compromise.
[00077] In a fourth embodiment, the base 410 is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base 410 for preparing the nutritional consumable. The vibration mechanism provides controlled vibrations that are utilized in the preparation process of the nutritional consumable. The integration of the vibration mechanism increases ingredient interaction among various ingredients received on the base 410, thereby, enhancing the texture and structural integrity of the nutritional consumable and potentially enhancing the uniformity and consistency of the final product.
Advantages of the Invention
[00078] The following paragraphs briefly describe the different advantages that are possible to be achieved through implementation of the present invention, including but not limited to, overcoming various drawbacks associated with conventional systems and methods known in the art.
[00079] An advantage of the present invention is that the systems and device facilitate preparation of beverage and food items that align with the distinct nutritional requirements of individual consumers, thereby, allowing delivery of items that correspond with individual health objectives and physiological requirements.
[00080] Another advantage of the present invention is that the beverage and food items are prepared with exclusion of allergens and other unwanted constituents from the prepared items, thereby, assuring the safety and suitability of consumables for individuals with specific dietary sensitivities, allergies, or restrictions.
[00081] Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the intuitive user interface allows efficient user-system interaction, thereby, allowing users to effortlessly input their dietary preferences and offering immediate accessibility to in-depth nutritional data.
[00082] Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the multiple storage containers store various ingredients, thereby, ensuring that diverse dietary needs having various macronutrients and micronutrients can be addressed

SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING PERSONALIZED NUTRITION TO INDIVIDUALS

Field of the Invention
[0001] The present invention relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.

Background
[0002] The description in the Background section includes general information related to the field of the present application. The background is only meant to provide context to a reader in understanding the present invention. It is neither to be taken as an admission that any of the provided information relates to prior art for the presently claimed invention nor that any publication explicitly or implicitly referenced within this section relates to prior art. The background section is merely meant to be illustrative rather than exhaustive and is primarily intended to identify problems associated with the present state of the art.
[0003] Generally, the nutritional landscape in India that is characterized by different dietary practices and regional cuisines has focused on maintaining optimal nutrition. Further, the diverse population of India requires a wide variety in dietary requirements based on various constraints such as economic constraints and availability of ingredients in addition to medical requirements. Such a diversity, when considered with nutrient deficiencies and increasing food allergies among the population, necessitates individualized dietary provisions.
[0004] Historically, dietary requirements suggested to individuals have relied on predetermined nutritional guidelines. It will be appreciated that while such predetermined nutritional guidelines provide a simple basis for daily food consumption, the guidelines fail to address distinct and specific nutritional requirements of individuals that are associated with different variables such as age, gender, prevailing health conditions and physiological factors. Furthermore, recent trends indicate an increase in adverse reactions to certain food ingredients, such as, reactions associated with consumption of gluten, tree nuts and the like. However, current nutritional systems fail to consider and/or address such specific dietary requirements of individuals.
[0005] In light of the above discussion, it can be readily recognised that there is an urgent need for nutritional systems that take into consideration specific requirements of individuals for suggesting and/or preparing food items to be consumed by the individuals.
Objects of the Invention
[0006] The following paragraphs briefly describe the various objectives sought to be achieved by the various embodiments of the present invention.
[0007] An objective of the present invention is to provide a system that enables creation of food and beverage items that are tailored to unique nutritional requirements of individuals.
[0008] Another objective of the present invention is to provide proper diet to individuals having specific dietary restrictions, allergies, or sensitivities by ensuring that the prepared food and beverages are devoid of allergens or other undesired components.
[0009] Yet another objective of the present invention is to provide an intuitive user interface that allows individuals to input specific preferences, access nutrient data and effortless interact with the system.
[00010] Still another objective of the present invention is to allow a wide range of ingredients and nutrients to be incorporated into the diets of individuals.

Summary
[00011] The following Summary section provides only a brief introduction to the various embodiments of the present invention. It is to be understood that the following paragraphs are neither meant to constitute a complete and thorough description of the claimed subject matter nor is it intended to define the technical features or the scope of the claimed subject matter. Thus, the description in the Summary section is neither intended to identify only the essential features of the present invention nor limit the scope of the claimed subject matter in any manner.
[00012] The present invention generally relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.
[00013] In one aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual. The system comprises a food dispensing apparatus comprising a processing unit to receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The food dispensing apparatus comprises multiple nutrient cartridges. Each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The food dispensing apparatus comprises a food preparation assembly to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges according to the recipe generated by the processing unit.
[00014] In a first embodiment, the processing unit receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual and generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients.
[00015] In a second embodiment, the system comprises an implantable sensor arrangement to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual in real-time and a wireless communication arrangement connected to the implantable sensor arrangement and the processing unit. The wireless communication arrangement transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit.
[00016] In a third embodiment, the processing unit receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual and dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change.
[00017] In a fourth embodiment, the implantable sensor arrangement measures levels of vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water and/or carbohydrates.
[00018] In a fifth embodiment, the dietary preferences associated with the individual comprise a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet and/or a dairy-free diet.
[00019] In a sixth embodiment, the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients.
[00020] In a seventh embodiment, the food dispensing apparatus comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a second threshold.
[00021] In a second aspect, the present disclosure provides a device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual. The device comprises a processing unit to receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The device comprises multiple nutrient cartridges. Each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The device comprises a mixing chamber connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges. The mixing chamber receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges in proportions based on the generated recipe and combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe. The device comprises a dispensing mechanism connected to the mixing chamber. The dispensing mechanism dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item.
[00022] In a first embodiment, the device comprises a user interface connected to the processing unit. The user interface displays nutritional information associated with the produced beverage or food item and receives a first input from the individual for customizing the beverage or food item to be prepared. The user interface 310 enables the individual to have an information regarding the nutritional composition of the prepared beverage or food item. Further, receiving the first input from the individual ensuring that the prepared item meets personal preferences and dietary requirements of the individual.
[00023] In a second embodiment, the displayed nutritional information comprises a calorie count, a macronutrient breakdown and/or potential allergens. The displaying of comprehensive nutritional information benefits the user by providing informed dietary choices, such as, for individuals monitoring specific nutritional intakes.
[00024] In a third embodiment, the first input comprises a request for adjusting a portion size, a flavour and/or an ingredient for individual taste. The customization improves user experience by ensuring that the beverage or food item aligns precisely with the immediate dietary requirements of the individual.
[00025] In a fourth embodiment, the mixing chamber comprises a cleaning mechanism to clean the cleaning mechanism after each preparation of the beverage or food item. The cleaning mechanism enables to maintain hygiene standards and prevent cross-contamination between different preparations of beverages or food items.
[00026] In a fifth embodiment, the processing unit hosts a machine learning algorithm to optimize the generated recipes based on user feedback and historical essential nutrient levels associated with the individual. Such optimization using machine learning enables to continually improve quality and nutritional alignment of the beverage and food item preparations based on evolving needs and feedback from the individual.
[00027] In a sixth embodiment, each nutrient cartridge comprises a valved nozzle and/or a quick-release mechanism. The valved nozzle and/or quick-release mechanism enhance precision and agility of ingredient dispensation, thereby ensuring consistent proportions and minimizing ingredient wastage.
[00028] In a seventh embodiment, the device comprises a water reservoir to supply water for preparation of the beverage or food item. The water reservoir comprises a water filtration system. Such an incorporation of water reservoir having the water filtration system enables to deliver the beverage or food item that is free from potential contaminants, enhancing the safety and taste profile of the beverage or food item.
[00029] In an eighth embodiment, the user interface receives a third input from the individual as feedback associated with taste and texture of the prepared beverage or food item. Such acquiring of feedback directly via the user interface provides the device with invaluable insights, thereby, enhancing subsequent preparations and further tailoring them to preferences of the individual.
[00030] In a third aspect, the present disclosure provides a system for preparing nutritional consumables. The system comprises an input unit to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared. The system comprises multiple cartridges. Each cartridge stores a different ingredient. Each cartridge comprises a storage volume to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form and a nozzle disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume. The nozzle is arranged with a valve that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume. Each cartridge further comprises a lid disposed at a top end of the storage volume. The lid is opened to refill the storage volume with the corresponding ingredient. The system comprises a flow control mechanism comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges and an outlet conduit. Further, an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges. The valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit. The system comprises a production chamber connected to the flow control mechanism. The production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism. The production chamber comprises a base for receiving the required ingredient and a nozzle for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base. The nozzle is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base. The production chamber comprises a temperature control unit connected to the base. The temperature control unit adjusts a temperature of the base to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable. The production chamber comprises a serving unit connected to the base. The prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit to be served. The system comprises a control unit connected to each of the input unit, the multiple cartridges, the flow control mechanism and the production chamber. The control unit receives the first input, generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input, generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges, operates the flow control mechanism to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan, operates the nozzle for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base based on the generated recipe, operates the temperature control unit to adjust the temperature of the base to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable and transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit to be served for consumption.
[00031] In a first embodiment, the production chamber comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base, the nozzle, the temperature control unit and the serving unit. The enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure.
[00032] In a second embodiment, the production chamber comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base.
[00033] In a third embodiment, the serving unit is connected to the base via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base to the serving unit.
[00034] In a fourth embodiment, the base is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base for preparing the nutritional consumable.
[00035] The various objects, features, and advantages of the claimed invention will become clear when reading the following Detailed Description along with the Drawings.
Brief Description of the Drawings
[00036] The following Brief Description of Drawings section will be better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present invention are illustrated in the drawings, the embodiments are not limited to the specific features shown in the drawings. The drawings illustrate simplified views of the claimed invention and are therefore, not made to scale. Identical numbers in the drawings indicate like elements in the drawings.
[00037] The embodiments of the present invention will now be briefly described by way of example only with reference to the drawings in which:
[00038] FIG. 1 shows a perspective view of a system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual as per one embodiment of the present disclosure;
[00039] FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the system of FIG. 1 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure;
[00040] FIG. 3 shows a perspective view of a device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual according to one embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[00041] FIG. 4 shows a perspective view of a system for preparing nutritional consumables as per one embodiment of the present disclosure.
Detailed Description
[00042] The following is a detailed description of exemplary embodiments to illustrate the principles of the invention. The embodiments are provided to illustrate aspects of the invention, but the invention is not limited to any single embodiment. The scope of the invention encompasses without limitation numerous alternatives, modifications and combinations.
[00043] It shall be noted that as used within the current section as well as in the appended claims, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Further, the use of words such as “first”, “second”, “third” and the like does not represent any particular order. Such words have been merely employed to distinguish one individual component from another. Moreover, “each” refers to each member of a set or each member of a subset of a set.
[00044] An arrangement of two or more components, unless stated specifically, can be done without limitation in any manner relative to a three-dimensional coordinate system. Thus, a second component arranged underneath a first component may also be taken to mean that the first component is arranged underneath the second component.
[00045] The phrase “configured to” as used through the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims is to be taken to mean that the particular component that is configured to perform a specific action is specially conceived, designed and subsequently manufactured to enable the particular component to be employed for conveniently performing the specific action. However, this should not be taken to mean that the particular component is only capable of performing one specific action that the particular component is configured to do. It may perform a variety of different actions in addition to the specific action that the particular component has been configured to do.
[00046] The phrase “operably coupled” as used throughout the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims is to be understood to refer to a coupling between two or more components that such an action performed by or on a first of the components is transferrable as an equivalent action of or on a second of the component that is operably coupled to the first component. It will be appreciated that more than two components may be operably coupled to each other.
[00047] Terms such as “slidably”, “pivotally”, “rotatably” and the like have been employed throughout the Detailed Description as well as the appended Claims to refer to coupling between two or more components such that a first component can move (such as, slide, pivot or rotate) with respect to a second component that is movably coupled to the first component without completely detaching from the first component. It will be appreciated that more than two components may be operably coupled to each other.
[00048] It will be appreciated that various components of the system may be permanently or temporarily (such as, detachably) coupled to each other using various permanent or temporary means, including but not limited to, welding the components together, using screws, nuts, bolts and the like to join the components together, attaching the components using magnets and the like. Such details are commonly available in the art and have therefore been omitted throughout the Detailed Description and the appended Claims for the sake of conciseness.
[00049] It will also be appreciated that modifications, additions, or omissions may be made to the systems and apparatuses described hereinafter without departing from the scope of the Claims. The components of the systems and apparatuses may be integrated or separated. Moreover, the operations of the systems and apparatuses may be performed by more, fewer, or other components.
[00050] The present invention generally relates to nutritional systems and particularly to a system for providing personalized nutrition to individuals. The present invention also relates to a device for producing personalized nutrition for individual. The present invention further relates to a system for preparing nutritional consumables.
[00051] Referring to FIG. 1, there is shown a perspective view of a system 100 for providing personalized nutrition to an individual as per one embodiment of the present disclosure. The system 100 enables calibration of dietary components received by the individual in accordance with nutritional requirements of the individual. Further, by harnessing real-time input parameters and different ingredients associated with different essential nutrients, the system 100 ensures precision in beverage and food preparation as well as delivery. Such a delivery of consumables corresponds with health goals, dietary restrictions, and physiological demands of the individual, thereby enabling optimal health and wellness outcomes to be provided to the individual.
[00052] The system 100 comprises a food dispensing apparatus 102 comprising a processing unit 104 to receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual. Specifically, the processing unit 104 is configured to receive data pertaining to essential nutrient levels of the individual. The processing unit 104 generates the recipe by utilizing such data while considering both the essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences of the individual. The processing unit 104 ensures accuracy in recipe generation, promoting the delivery of optimal nutritional content. The system 100 formulates the tailored recipe for the individual by gathering essential nutrient levels related to the individual and integrating them with the dietary preferences of the individual, thereby, ensures that the nutritional requirements and preferences of the individual are effectively addressed.
[00053] The system 100 further comprises multiple nutrient cartridges 106. As shown, each nutrient cartridge 106 stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. The multiple cartridges 106 enable storage and provision of a diverse array of ingredients, thereby ensuring that the formulated recipes can be comprehensive and tailored to the specific nutritional needs and preferences of an individual. Consequently, the inclusion of multiple cartridges 106 provides the system 100 with the capability to address a wide array of nutrient requirements, ensuring precision in nutritional delivery.
[00054] The system 100 also comprises a food preparation assembly 108 to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges 106 according to the recipe generated by the processing unit 104. Further, upon receipt of the recipe from the processing unit 104, the food preparation assembly 108 accesses the required nutrients from cartridges 106 and subsequently prepares the customized food preparation. The inclusion of the food preparation assembly 108 within system 100 facilitates meticulous translation of the generated recipe into a tangible food product. Further, by directly interfacing with the multiple cartridges 106 and utilizing the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges 106, the food preparation assembly 108 ensures accurate proportions and consistency in the resulting customized food preparation as per instructions of the processing unit 104. Consequently, the food preparation assembly 108 enables to ensure that the nutritional composition aligns with the specified requirements of the individual.
[00055] In a first embodiment, the processing unit 104 receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual and generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients. The processing unit 104 employs such information to formulate the recipe, ensuring the exclusion of the identified allergenic ingredients. Further, by systematically excluding allergenic ingredients based on the allergen responses of the individual, the system 100 ensures the delivery of nutritionally tailored consumables that prioritize the health and well-being of the individual, thereby mitigating potential adverse reactions by removing the risk of allergen exposure.
[00056] Referring to FIG. 2, there is shown a perspective view of the system 100 of FIG. 1 according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown, the system 100 further comprises an implantable sensor arrangement 200 to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual 202 in real-time and a wireless communication arrangement 204 connected to the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104. The wireless communication arrangement 204 transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit 104. The wireless communication arrangement 204 ensures a connection between the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104, facilitating exchange of real-time essential nutrient data between the implantable sensor arrangement 200 and the processing unit 104. The inclusion of the implantable sensor arrangement 200 in the system 100 facilitates real-time monitoring of essential nutrient levels of the individual 202, thereby, offering dynamic and responsive nutritional management. Further, the wireless communication arrangement 204 ensures that pertinent data from the implantable sensor arrangement 200 is efficiently transmitted to the processing unit 104. Consequently, such a real-time monitoring capability enables the system 100 to deliver timely and precise nutritional adjustments for the individual 202 by ensuring that the food preparations remain consistently aligned with the evolving nutritional requirements of the individual, thus, fostering a more proactive and accurate health-centric food preparation strategy.
[00057] In a third embodiment, the processing unit 104 receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual 202 and dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change. Such a capability of the processing unit 104 to dynamically adjust the recipe enables to consistently align food preparations according to changes in nutritional requirements of the individual 202. Thus,

such adaptability guarantees that evolving nutritional needs or allergen sensitivities are promptly addressed, thereby enhancing the safety and health benefits of the food prepared by the system 100 and consumed by the individual.
[00058] In a fourth embodiment, the implantable sensor arrangement 200 measures levels of vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water and/or carbohydrates. Such a measurement of different kinds of essential nutrients and compound enables the system 100 to generate a complete nutritional assessment of the individual 202 by providing comprehensive insights into nutritional status of the individual. Such a detailed assessment ensures that any deficiencies or excesses associated with the nutritional status of the individual are immediately identifiable, enabling the system 100 to deliver a calibrated and nutritionally balanced food preparation tailored to the specific requirements of the individual, further enabling the system 100 to produce more informed recipe formulations.
[00059] In a fifth embodiment, the dietary preferences associated with the individual 202 comprise a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet and/or a dairy-free diet. Such variation in the provided dietary preferences ensures that the generated recipe as well as food items are provided as per the nutritional requirements and dietary preferences of the individual 202. Such adaptation provides a holistic approach to nutrition for the individual, thus, ensuring both health benefits and adherence to personal or medically-prescribed dietary guidelines.
[00060] In a sixth embodiment, the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients. Such high bioavailability of the essential nutrients ensures that the ingested nutrients are properly and fully absorbed into body of the individual 202, thereby, optimizing the impact of nutritional intake. Further, by storing ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 that are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients, the system 100 ensures that the delivered nutrients are more readily absorbed and utilized into the body of the individual, thus, leading to enhanced nutritional efficacy and ensuring optimal health benefits from the consumed preparations.
[00061] In a seventh embodiment, the food dispensing apparatus 102 comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual 202 when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 are lower than a second threshold. The alerts ensure that the system 100 maintains operational continuity while producing the customized food preparations according to high ingredient quality standards. The inclusion of the notification unit in the food dispensing apparatus 102 ensures that the individual is promptly alerted when the quantity of ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 106 falls below the set first threshold or if the quality of said ingredients deteriorates beyond the predefined second threshold. Such timely alerts ensure that the individual maintains a consistent nutrient supply, avoiding potential lapses in nutritional delivery, thereby, guaranteeing that the individual consumes ingredients of a high-quality standard to ensure optimal health benefits.
[00062] Referring now to FIG. 3, there is shown a perspective view of a device 300 for producing personalized nutrition for an individual according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The device 300 facilitates precise tailoring of dietary intake to the specific needs and preferences of the individual. Further, by generating the nutrition tailored to the individual, the device 300 ensures that the individual receives optimal nourishment, catering to the unique health requirements and dietary preferences thereof and thus, leading to potential improvements in overall health and well-being of the individual.
[00063] The device 300 comprises a processing unit 302 to receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The processing unit 302 utilizes the received data and incorporating dietary preferences of the individual to formulates a recipe tailored for the individual. Such a processing unit 302 ensures accuracy in aligning with the nutritional needs and preferences of the individual. The incorporation of the processing unit 302 within device 300 allows for intelligent collection of essential nutrient data and allergen responses associated with the individual. Further, by generating a recipe that considers both the essential nutrient data and allergen responses with the dietary preferences of the individual, the device 300 ensures the production of a dietary intake that addresses nutritional needs of the individual while also safeguards against potential allergic reactions, promoting health and safety in nutritional consumption.
[00064] The device 300 comprises multiple nutrient cartridges 304. Each nutrient cartridge 304 stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. Such nutrient cartridges 304 comprising the predetermined levels of essential nutrients ensure that the beverage or food item prepared using the device 300 comprises an accurate amount of the essential nutrients as required for the individual. The storage of the ingredients within the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 enables precise and tailored dispensation of nutrients, ensuring that the unique nutritional requirements of the individual are met accurately, thereby optimizing the health benefits derived from the consumption of the beverage of food prepared by the device 300.
[00065] The device 300 comprises a mixing chamber 306 connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges 304. The mixing chamber 304 receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 in proportions based on the generated recipe and combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe. The mixing chamber 306 receives specific ingredient quantities from the cartridges 304, combines the received ingredients and ensures that the ingredients are mixed in a homogenous manner, thereby, enabling consistent and tasteful beverages and food items to be prepared for the individual. The incorporation of the mixing chamber 306 connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges 304 facilitates systematic integration of ingredients in specific proportions as per the generated recipe. Such an arrangement ensures a homogeneous blend of nutrients, thereby producing a consistent and uniform nutritional profile in the final output that is tailored to meet the unique dietary needs and preferences of the individual.
[00066] The device 300 comprises a dispensing mechanism 308 connected to the mixing chamber 306. The dispensing mechanism 308 dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item. The dispensing mechanism 308 ensures that a consistent and accurate output is provided such that the prepared beverage or food item aligns with nutritional requirements of the individual, thereby, enabling the device 100 to fulfil any nutritional deficiencies of the individual. Such a dispensing mechanism 308 interconnected with the mixing chamber 306 provides a streamlined process for converting the combined ingredients into a consumable form. Further, the configuration of the dispensing mechanism 308 ensures precision in portioning and delivers a beverage or food item that accurately meets the nutritional specifications of the individual, optimizing both convenience and dietary alignment.
[00067] Referring now to FIG. 4, there is shown a perspective view of a system 400 for preparing nutritional consumables as per one embodiment of the present disclosure. The system 400 facilitates accurate formulation, mixing, and dispensing of ingredients, thereby, resulting in generation of consumables that meet the specific nutritional demands of individual while adhering to requirements of consistency, safety, and precision, thereby enhancing the overall dietary experience of the individual.
[00068] The system 400 comprises an input unit 402 to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared. Such receiving of the first input by the input unit 402 allows precise customization based on specific nutritional parameters. The incorporation of the input unit 402 within the system 400 enables streamlined facilitation of user-centric data acquisition, thereby, ensuring that the nutritional parameters, preferences, and requirements pertinent to the consumable to be prepared are accurately received. Consequently, the receiving of such information in an accurate manner enables creation of nutritionally tailored and individual-specific consumables.
[00069] The system 400 comprises multiple cartridges 404. Each cartridge 404 stores a different ingredient. The incorporation of the multiple cartridges 404 to store distinct ingredients provides versatility to the system 400 to source a diverse array of components. Consequently, the arrangement of the multiple cartridges 404 enables a wide spectrum of nutritional profiles to be catered to, thereby enhancing the capability of the system 400 to produce consumables that meet varied dietary needs and preferences. Each cartridge 404 comprises a storage volume 404A to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form and a nozzle 404B disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume 404A. The nozzle is 400B arranged with a valve 404C that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume 404A or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume 404A. Each cartridge 404 further comprises a lid 404D disposed at a top end of the storage volume 404A. The lid 404D is opened to refill the storage volume 404A with the corresponding ingredient. The multiple cartridges 404 enable storage of different types of ingredients in a compact and safe manner, thereby, allowing variations to be provided in the prepared nutritional consumables. The valve 404C provides precision in ingredient dispensation from the multiple cartridges 404. Further, the lid 404D enables easy replenishment of ingredients without allowing ingress and mixing of undesirable components with the ingredients stored within the multiple cartridges 404.
[00070] The system 400 comprises a flow control mechanism 406 comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges 404 and an outlet conduit. Further, an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges 404. The valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit. The ingredients stored within the multiple cartridges 404 can be directed into the designated inlet port and subsequently through the outlet conduit by actuating the corresponding valve, thereby, enabling accurate ingredient combinations and proportions. The integration of the flow control mechanism 406 with multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges 404 streamlines the selective release of ingredients, thereby, ensuring efficient transfer and metered blending of selected components and increasing precision in preparing consumables in alignment with the desired nutritional profile.
[00071] The system comprises a production chamber 408 connected to the flow control mechanism 406. The production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism 406. The production chamber comprises a base 410 for receiving the required ingredient and a nozzle 412 for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base 410. The nozzle 412 is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base 410. The incorporation of the production chamber 408 in direct connection with the flow control mechanism 406 facilitates a consolidated space for the immediate processing of ingredients once they are dispensed from the flow control mechanism 406. Such a direct connection enhances the efficiency of the system 400, ensuring a seamless transition from ingredient selection to the final preparation while reducing potential delays or losses during the production process. The production chamber comprises a temperature control unit 414 connected to the base. The temperature control unit 414 adjusts a temperature of the base 410 to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable. The nozzle 412 enables diverse ingredient distribution patterns to be provided on the base 410, such as, for preparing different nutritional consumables. Further, the incorporation of the temperature control unit 414 ensures the consistent quality of the nutritional consumables produced using the system 100.
[00072] The production chamber comprises a serving unit 416 connected to the base 410. The prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit 416 to be served. The serving unit 416 increases the efficiency of transition of the produced consumables from production to consumption stages. The integration of the serving unit 416 directly connected to the base 410 within the production chamber ensures immediate and efficient transfer of the prepared nutritional consumable for serving. Such a direct linkage minimizes the time between preparation completion and serving, thereby, preserving the freshness and quality of the consumable and enhancing the user experience during consumption of the consumable.
[00073] The system comprises a control unit (not shown) connected to each of the input unit 402, the multiple cartridges 404, the flow control mechanism 406 and the production chamber 408. The control unit receives the first input, generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input, generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges 404, operates the flow control mechanism 406 to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan, operates the nozzle 412 for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base 410 based on the generated recipe, operates the temperature control unit 414 to adjust the temperature of the base 410 to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable and transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit 416 to be served for consumption. The control unit ensures a harmonized and automated preparation sequence of the nutritional consumable from ingredient selection to final serving, thereby, increasing production efficiency of the system 400. The incorporation of the control unit interconnected with the input unit 402, the multiple cartridges 404, the flow control mechanism 406, and the production chamber 408 ensures a centralized and coordinated operation of the system 400 components. Such an integration also enables real-time monitoring, precise dispensation of ingredients, and efficient preparation of the nutritional consumable, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and optimal output based on the nutritional requirements of the individual.
[00074] In a first embodiment, the production chamber 408 comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base 410, the nozzle 412, the temperature control unit 414 and the serving unit 416. The enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure. The enclosure and the monitoring mechanism offer an enhanced controlled environment that optimizes the preparation conditions, thereby, ensuring consistent quality and preservation of nutritional integrity of the nutritional consumables. The inclusion of the enclosure to enclose the base 410, nozzle 412, temperature control unit 414, and serving unit 416, provides a controlled environment for the preparation of the nutritional consumable. Further, the integrated monitoring mechanism enables the system 400 to regulate internal temperature and pressure, ensuring the preservation of ingredient integrity, consistent preparation conditions and enhanced quality of the resulting nutritional consumable.
[00075] In a second embodiment, the production chamber 408 comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base 410. The integration of the dedicated mixing unit assures thorough and consistent blending, thereby, promoting uniformity in taste and texture across the nutritional consumable.
[00076] In a third embodiment, the serving unit 416 is connected to the base 410 via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416. The integration of the conveyor unit to enable transfer of the prepared consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416 under the control of the control unit, ensures an automated and seamless transfer of the prepared nutritional consumable. Such an arrangement minimizes manual intervention, enhances efficiency, and ensures that the consumable reaches the serving unit 416 in a timely and organized manner. Consequently, the integration of the conveyor unit streamlines the transfer process of the prepared nutritional consumable from the base 410 to the serving unit 416, thereby, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing the likelihood of product compromise.
[00077] In a fourth embodiment, the base 410 is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit. The control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base 410 for preparing the nutritional consumable. The vibration mechanism provides controlled vibrations that are utilized in the preparation process of the nutritional consumable. The integration of the vibration mechanism increases ingredient interaction among various ingredients received on the base 410, thereby, enhancing the texture and structural integrity of the nutritional consumable and potentially enhancing the uniformity and consistency of the final product.
Advantages of the Invention
[00078] The following paragraphs briefly describe the different advantages that are possible to be achieved through implementation of the present invention, including but not limited to, overcoming various drawbacks associated with conventional systems and methods known in the art.
[00079] An advantage of the present invention is that the systems and device facilitate preparation of beverage and food items that align with the distinct nutritional requirements of individual consumers, thereby, allowing delivery of items that correspond with individual health objectives and physiological requirements.
[00080] Another advantage of the present invention is that the beverage and food items are prepared with exclusion of allergens and other unwanted constituents from the prepared items, thereby, assuring the safety and suitability of consumables for individuals with specific dietary sensitivities, allergies, or restrictions.
[00081] Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the intuitive user interface allows efficient user-system interaction, thereby, allowing users to effortlessly input their dietary preferences and offering immediate accessibility to in-depth nutritional data.
[00082] Yet another advantage of the present invention is that the multiple storage containers store various ingredients, thereby, ensuring that diverse dietary needs having various macronutrients and micronutrients can be addressed

Claims
1. A system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual, the system comprising:
a food dispensing apparatus comprising:
a processing unit to:
receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual; and
generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual;
multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients; and
a food preparation assembly to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges according to the recipe generated by the processing unit.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit:
receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual; and
generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients.
3. The system as claimed in claim 2, wherein the system comprises:
an implantable sensor arrangement to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual in real-time; and
a wireless communication arrangement connected to the implantable sensor arrangement and the processing unit, wherein the wireless communication arrangement transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit.
4. The system as claimed in claim 3, wherein the processing unit:
receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual; and
dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change.
5. The system as claimed in claim 3, wherein the implantable sensor arrangement measures levels of: vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water, carbohydrates.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the dietary preferences associated with the individual comprise: a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet, a dairy-free diet.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the food dispensing apparatus comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a second threshold.
9. A device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual, the device comprising:
a processing unit to:
receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual; and
generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual;
multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients;
a mixing chamber connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein the mixing chamber:
receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges in proportions based on the generated recipe; and
combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe; and
a dispensing mechanism connected to the mixing chamber, wherein the dispensing mechanism dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item.
10. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the device comprises a user interface connected to the processing unit, wherein the user interface:
displays nutritional information associated with the produced beverage or food item; and
receives a first input from the individual for customizing the beverage or food item to be prepared.
11. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the displayed nutritional information comprises: a calorie count, a macronutrient breakdown, potential allergens.
12. The device as claimed in claim 10, wherein the first input comprises a request for adjusting: a portion size, a flavour, an ingredient for individual taste.
13. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the mixing chamber comprises a cleaning mechanism to clean the cleaning mechanism after each preparation of the beverage or food item.
14. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the processing unit hosts a machine learning algorithm to optimize the generated recipes based on user feedback and historical essential nutrient levels associated with the individual.
15. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein each nutrient cartridge comprises: a valved nozzle; a quick-release mechanism.
16. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the device comprises a water reservoir to supply water for preparation of the beverage or food item and wherein the water reservoir comprises a water filtration system.
17. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the user interface receives a third input from the individual as feedback associated with taste and texture of the prepared beverage or food item.
18. A system for preparing nutritional consumables, the system comprising:
an input unit to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared;
multiple cartridges, wherein each cartridge stores a different ingredient and wherein each cartridge comprises:
a storage volume to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form;
a nozzle disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume, wherein the nozzle is arranged with a valve that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume; and
a lid disposed at a top end of the storage volume, wherein the lid is opened to refill the storage volume with the corresponding ingredient;
a flow control mechanism comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges and an outlet conduit, wherein an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges and wherein the valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit;
a production chamber connected to the flow control mechanism, wherein the production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism and wherein the production chamber comprises:
a base for receiving the required ingredient;
a nozzle for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base, wherein the nozzle is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base;
a temperature control unit connected to the base, wherein the temperature control unit adjusts a temperature of the base to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable; and
a serving unit connected to the base, wherein the prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit to be served;
a control unit connected to each of the input unit, the multiple cartridges, the flow control mechanism and the production chamber, wherein the control unit:
receives the first input;
generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input;
generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges;
operates the flow control mechanism to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan;
operates the nozzle for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base based on the generated recipe;
operates the temperature control unit to adjust the temperature of the base to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable; and
transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit to be served for consumption.
19. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the production chamber comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base, the nozzle, the temperature control unit and the serving unit and wherein the enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure.
20. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the production chamber comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base.
21. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the serving unit is connected to the base via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base to the serving unit.
22. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the base is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base for preparing the nutritional consumable.

Abstract
SYSTEM AND DEVICE FOR PROVIDING PERSONALIZED NUTRITION TO INDIVIDUALS

The present invention provides a system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual. The system comprising a food dispensing apparatus comprising a processing unit to receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual and generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual. The food dispensing apparatus further comprises multiple nutrient cartridges. Each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients. Moreover, the food dispensing apparatus comprises a food preparation assembly to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges according to the recipe generated by the processing unit.
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1. A system for providing personalized nutrition to an individual, the system comprising:
a food dispensing apparatus comprising:
a processing unit to:
receive essential nutrient levels associated with the individual; and
generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels and dietary preferences associated with the individual;
multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients; and
a food preparation assembly to prepare a customized food preparation by receiving the essential nutrients stored within the multiple cartridges according to the recipe generated by the processing unit.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processing unit:
receives allergen responses of allergenic ingredients for the individual; and
generates the recipe by excluding the allergenic ingredients.
3. The system as claimed in claim 2, wherein the system comprises:
an implantable sensor arrangement to monitor the essential nutrient levels associated with the individual in real-time; and
a wireless communication arrangement connected to the implantable sensor arrangement and the processing unit, wherein the wireless communication arrangement transmits the monitored essential nutrient levels to the processing unit.
4. The system as claimed in claim 3, wherein the processing unit:
receives a detected change in the essential nutrient levels or allergen responses associated with the individual; and
dynamically adjusts the generated recipe based on the detected change.
5. The system as claimed in claim 3, wherein the implantable sensor arrangement measures levels of: vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, water, carbohydrates.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the dietary preferences associated with the individual comprise: a vegan diet, a gluten-free diet, a sugar-free diet, a dairy-free diet.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are associated with high bioavailability of the essential nutrients.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the food dispensing apparatus comprises a notification unit to provide an alert to the individual when a quantity of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a first threshold or a quality of the ingredients stored within the multiple nutrient cartridges are lower than a second threshold.
9. A device for producing personalized nutrition for an individual, the device comprising:
a processing unit to:
receive essential nutrient levels and allergen responses for the individual; and
generate a recipe based on the received essential nutrient levels, allergen responses and dietary preferences associated with the individual;
multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein each nutrient cartridge stores ingredients comprising predetermined levels of essential nutrients;
a mixing chamber connected to the multiple nutrient cartridges, wherein the mixing chamber:
receives the ingredients from the multiple nutrient cartridges in proportions based on the generated recipe; and
combines the ingredients based on the generated recipe; and
a dispensing mechanism connected to the mixing chamber, wherein the dispensing mechanism dispenses the combined ingredients to produce a beverage or a food item.
10. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the device comprises a user interface connected to the processing unit, wherein the user interface:
displays nutritional information associated with the produced beverage or food item; and
receives a first input from the individual for customizing the beverage or food item to be prepared.
11. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the displayed nutritional information comprises: a calorie count, a macronutrient breakdown, potential allergens.
12. The device as claimed in claim 10, wherein the first input comprises a request for adjusting: a portion size, a flavour, an ingredient for individual taste.
13. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the mixing chamber comprises a cleaning mechanism to clean the cleaning mechanism after each preparation of the beverage or food item.
14. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the processing unit hosts a machine learning algorithm to optimize the generated recipes based on user feedback and historical essential nutrient levels associated with the individual.
15. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein each nutrient cartridge comprises: a valved nozzle; a quick-release mechanism.
16. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the device comprises a water reservoir to supply water for preparation of the beverage or food item and wherein the water reservoir comprises a water filtration system.
17. The device as claimed in claim 9, wherein the user interface receives a third input from the individual as feedback associated with taste and texture of the prepared beverage or food item.
18. A system for preparing nutritional consumables, the system comprising:
an input unit to receive a first input of a nutritional requirement information associated with the nutritional consumable to be prepared;
multiple cartridges, wherein each cartridge stores a different ingredient and wherein each cartridge comprises:
a storage volume to store the ingredient in powder or liquid form;
a nozzle disposed at a bottom end of the storage volume, wherein the nozzle is arranged with a valve that is opened for releasing the ingredient from the storage volume or closed for preventing release of the ingredient from the storage volume; and
a lid disposed at a top end of the storage volume, wherein the lid is opened to refill the storage volume with the corresponding ingredient;
a flow control mechanism comprising multiple inlet ports corresponding to the multiple cartridges and an outlet conduit, wherein an inlet port is connected, individually, to a nozzle of a cartridge of the multiple cartridges and wherein the valve of a nozzle for a required ingredient is opened to cause flow of the required ingredient into the corresponding inlet port and through the outlet conduit;
a production chamber connected to the flow control mechanism, wherein the production chamber receives the required ingredient from the flow control mechanism and wherein the production chamber comprises:
a base for receiving the required ingredient;
a nozzle for dispensing the required ingredient onto the base, wherein the nozzle is adapted to move and change orientation with respect to the base;
a temperature control unit connected to the base, wherein the temperature control unit adjusts a temperature of the base to a required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable; and
a serving unit connected to the base, wherein the prepared nutritional consumable is transported onto the serving unit to be served;
a control unit connected to each of the input unit, the multiple cartridges, the flow control mechanism and the production chamber, wherein the control unit:
receives the first input;
generates a recipe based on the nutritional requirement information associated with the first input;
generates a plan for releasing multiple required ingredients from the multiple cartridges;
operates the flow control mechanism to individually release each required ingredient based on the generated plan;
operates the nozzle for dispensing the required ingredients onto the base based on the generated recipe;
operates the temperature control unit to adjust the temperature of the base to the required temperature for preparing the nutritional consumable; and
transports the prepared nutritional consumable onto the serving unit to be served for consumption.
19. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the production chamber comprises an enclosure to enclose each of the base, the nozzle, the temperature control unit and the serving unit and wherein the enclosure comprises a monitoring mechanism to control temperature and pressure inside the enclosure.
20. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the production chamber comprises a mixing unit connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the mixing unit to mix multiple required ingredients received on the base.
21. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the serving unit is connected to the base via a conveyor unit which is connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the conveyor unit to transport the prepared nutritional consumable from the base to the serving unit.
22. The system as claimed in claim 18, wherein the base is disposed on a vibration mechanism connected to the control unit and wherein the control unit operates the vibration mechanism to cause vibration of the base for preparing the nutritional consumable.