Composite plant essence candy capable of promoting health and assisting smoking cessation

Abstract

A formula of the composite plant essence candy capable of promoting health and assisting smoking cessation comprises the following components in percentage by weight: 5-15% of a liquorice extract; 5%-10% of a chrysanthemum extract; 3%-8% of a scaphium scaphigerum extract; 3%-7% of a fructus momordicae extract; 2%-6% of a loquat leaf extract; 2%-5% of an emblic leafflower fruit extract; 15%-25% of a green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols); 2%-5% of a mint extract; 1%-3% of a fructus amomi extract; 1%-5% of a cordate houttuynia extract; 2%-5% of an orange peel extract; 20%-35% of a sweetening agent; 10%-25% of an excipient; and 0.5-2% of an antioxidant. Extracts of liquorice, chrysanthemum and the like are rich in various active ingredients, and the ingredients can achieve a synergistic effect in a human body, so that synthesis and release of nitric oxide are promoted. As an important signal molecule, nitric oxide plays a key role in the aspects of regulating vasodilation, enhancing immunity, protecting a cardiovascular system and the like, and is beneficial to relieving cardiovascular health risks caused by smoking.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of food technology, and specifically to a composite plant essence candy that combines traditional Chinese herbal medicine essence with modern scientific extraction technology. The invention aims to provide health assistance to smokers by promoting the production of nitric oxide in the human body and utilizing the detoxification effect of ingredients such as tea polyphenols, while satisfying taste requirements and promoting the willingness to quit smoking. Background Art

[0002] With the improvement of health awareness, the harm of smoking to human health has been paid more and more attention. Scientific research shows that nitric oxide plays an important role in regulating various physiological functions of the human body, especially in protecting smokers from risks such as cancer, sexual dysfunction, and respiratory problems. In addition, natural antioxidants such as tea polyphenols can effectively degrade harmful substances in cigarettes. However, there is a lack of a food form that can both promote health and assist in quitting smoking and is easy to accept on the market.

[0003] Moreover, long-term smoking will also lead to an increase in free radicals in the body, trigger oxidative stress, accelerate cell aging, and increase the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Therefore, developing a food that can effectively combat the oxidative stress caused by smoking while providing health assistance and delicious taste is of great significance for promoting smokers to quit smoking and improve their health. Summary of the invention

[0004] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a candy, which is extracted from natural plant essences such as licorice, chrysanthemum, Sterculia lychnophora, Momordica grosvenori, Pipa leaves, Emblica officinalis, green tea, mint, Amomum villosum, etc. through scientific processes, and is mixed with tea polyphenols in an appropriate proportion, aiming to promote the production of nitric oxide in the human body, and at the same time utilize the detoxification effect of tea polyphenols to provide smokers with a healthy and delicious smoking cessation auxiliary food.

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is achieved by adopting the following technical solutions:

[0006] The formula of a composite plant essence candy for promoting health and assisting in quitting smoking is as follows (by weight percentage): licorice extract: 5%-15%; chrysanthemum extract: 5%-10%; Sterculia lychnophora extract: 3%-8%; Momordica grosvenori extract: 3%-7%; Pipa leaf extract: 2%-6%; Emblica officinalis extract: 2%-5%; Green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols): 15%-25%; Peppermint extract: 2%-5%; Amomum villosum extract: 1%-3%; Houttuynia cordata extract: 1%-5%; Orange peel extract: 2%-5%; Sweetener: 20%-35%; Excipient: 10%-25%; Antioxidant: 0.5-2%.

[0007] Preferably, the excipient may be gelatin or gum arabic.

[0008] Preferably, the sweetener may be one or more of natural fructose and maltitol.

[0009] The preparation method of compound plant essence candy is as follows:

[0010] 1. Raw material selection and pretreatment: Select the above plant raw materials to ensure that there are no impurities and pollution. After cleaning the raw materials, dry them at 60°C until the moisture content is less than 5%. Use a pulverizer to crush the dried raw materials to a particle size of less than 100 mesh for subsequent extraction.

[0011] 2. Scientific extraction: Use ultrasonic extraction method to mix the crushed raw materials according to the formula ratio, add appropriate amount of water (5 times the weight of the raw materials), extract at 40℃, 40kHz for 30 minutes, filter and concentrate the extract to 1 / 5 of the original volume to obtain high-concentration plant essence.

[0012] 3. Ratio and mixing: According to the formula ratio, accurately weigh each plant essence and green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols), mix the sweetener and excipients in proportion, add to the plant essence, stir until completely dissolved, and adjust the mixture to an appropriate pH value (6.5-7.0) to ensure taste and stability.

[0013] 4. Molding and packaging: Pour the mixture into the candy mold and cool and solidify at room temperature. After the candy is formed, it is aseptically packaged and sealed in an aluminum foil bag with a built-in deoxidizer to ensure product hygiene, safety and long-term storage.

[0014] Beneficial effects of the present invention:

[0015] 1. Multiple ingredients synergistically promote health and assist in smoking cessation:

[0016] (1) Synergistically promote the production of nitric oxide: Licorice, chrysanthemum and other extracts are rich in a variety of active ingredients, which can work synergistically in the human body to promote the synthesis and release of nitric oxide. As an important signaling molecule, nitric oxide plays a key role in regulating vasodilation, enhancing immunity, and protecting the cardiovascular system, helping to alleviate the cardiovascular health risks caused by smoking.

[0017] (2) Detoxification and antioxidant effects of tea polyphenols: Tea polyphenols in green tea extract are natural antioxidants that can effectively remove free radicals and reduce the oxidative stress response produced during smoking. At the same time, tea polyphenols can also combine with harmful substances in cigarettes (such as nicotine, tar, etc.), reduce their biological activity, and reduce their harm to the human body. This detoxification effect forms a synergistic effect with other antioxidant components in plant essences (such as flavonoids in chrysanthemum), further enhancing the body's defense capabilities.

[0018] (3) Moistening the lungs and relieving coughs and alleviating respiratory discomfort: Extracts of Sterculia lychnophora, Momordica grosvenori, Pipa oleracea, and orange peel have the effects of moistening the lungs and relieving coughs, clearing away heat and reducing phlegm. They can relieve symptoms such as dry respiratory tract and cough caused by smoking. Emblica officinalis extract can enhance respiratory immunity and reduce the risk of respiratory tract infection caused by smoking. Houttuynia cordata extract has the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, draining pus and eliminating carbuncle, and promoting diuresis and relieving stranguria, which can further improve the respiratory health of smokers. The synergistic effect of these ingredients provides comprehensive respiratory protection for smokers.

[0019] 2. The ingenious combination of delicious taste and enhanced willingness to quit smoking:

[0020] (1) Optimized taste of natural sweeteners: The present invention uses natural fructose, maltitol, etc. as sweeteners, which not only provide a pleasant taste, but also avoid the health risks that artificial sweeteners may bring. These sweeteners blend with the aroma of plant essences, making the candy more delicious.

[0021] (2) Stabilizing effect and taste enhancement of excipients: Excipients such as gelatin or gum arabic not only help the candy to be formed and stabilized, but also can adjust the taste and texture of the candy to a certain extent, making it more in line with consumer preferences.

[0022] (3) Psychological effect of enhancing the willingness to quit smoking: By providing this healthy and delicious alternative, smokers will gradually realize the harm of smoking to their health while enjoying the delicious taste, thereby enhancing their willingness and motivation to quit smoking. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects achieved by the present invention easy to understand, the present invention is further explained below in conjunction with specific implementation methods.

[0024] Embodiment 1

[0025] The formula of a composite plant essence candy for promoting health and assisting smoking cessation is as follows (by weight percentage): 10% licorice extract; 8% chrysanthemum extract; 4% Sterculia lychnophora extract; 4% monk fruit extract; 4% loquat leaf extract; 4% emblica extract; 20% green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols); 3% peppermint extract; 2% Amomum villosum extract; 3% Houttuynia cordata extract; 2% tangerine peel extract; 20% natural fructose; 15% gelatin; and 1% antioxidant (vitamin E).

[0026] The preparation method of compound plant essence candy is as follows:

[0027] 1. Raw material selection and pretreatment: Select the above plant raw materials to ensure that there are no impurities and pollution. After cleaning the raw materials, dry them at 60°C until the moisture content is less than 5%. Use a pulverizer to crush the dried raw materials to a particle size of less than 100 mesh for subsequent extraction.

[0028] 2. Scientific extraction: Use ultrasonic extraction method to mix the crushed raw materials according to the formula ratio, add appropriate amount of water (5 times the weight of the raw materials), extract at 40℃, 40kHz for 30 minutes, filter and concentrate the extract to 1 / 5 of the original volume to obtain high-concentration plant essence.

[0029] 3. Ratio and mixing: According to the formula ratio, accurately weigh each plant essence and green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols), mix the sweetener and excipients in proportion, add to the plant essence, stir until completely dissolved, and adjust the mixture to an appropriate pH value (6.5-7.0) to ensure taste and stability.

[0030] 4. Molding and packaging: Pour the mixture into the candy mold and cool and solidify at room temperature. After the candy is formed, it is aseptically packaged and sealed in an aluminum foil bag with a built-in deoxidizer to ensure product hygiene, safety and long-term storage.

[0031] Effect analysis:

[0032] The candy in this embodiment has a moderate taste, is sweet but not greasy, and has a refreshing mint flavor. Licorice, chrysanthemum and other extracts synergistically promote the production of nitric oxide, which helps to protect the cardiovascular system. The tea polyphenols in the green tea extract effectively remove free radicals and reduce the oxidative stress response caused by smoking. The extracts of Sterculia lychnophora and Momordica grosvenori have a moisturizing and protective effect on the respiratory tract, and the houttuynia extract further enhances the protective effect of the respiratory system. The overall formula provides a comprehensive health aid for smokers.

[0033] Embodiment 2

[0034] The formula of a composite plant essence candy for promoting health and assisting in quitting smoking is as follows (by weight percentage): 5% licorice extract; 10% chrysanthemum extract; 8% sterculia lychnophora extract; 7% monk fruit extract; 5% loquat leaf extract; 3% emblica extract; 15% green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols); 4% peppermint extract; 3% amomum extract; 2% houttuynia cordata extract; 2% tangerine peel extract; 20% maltitol; 15% gum arabic; and 1% antioxidant (sodium ascorbate).

[0035] The preparation method is the same as that of Example 1

[0036] Effect analysis:

[0037] The candy in this embodiment has a sweeter taste, and the addition of maltitol makes the candy have lower calories while maintaining sweetness, which is suitable for smokers who pay attention to weight management. Gum arabic as an excipient makes the candy texture softer and easier to chew. A high proportion of extracts such as Sterculia lychnophora and Momordica grosvenori and an appropriate amount of Houttuynia cordata extract further enhance the protective effect of the respiratory tract, and have a more obvious relief effect on symptoms such as dry respiratory tract and cough caused by smoking.

[0038] Embodiment 3

[0039] The formula of a composite plant essence candy for promoting health and assisting in quitting smoking is as follows (by weight percentage): 15% licorice extract; 5% chrysanthemum extract; 3% Sterculia lychnophora extract; 3% monk fruit extract; 2% loquat leaf extract; 2% emblica extract; 25% green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols); 2% peppermint extract; 1% Amomum villosum extract; 5% Houttuynia cordata extract; 20% natural fructose and maltitol (50% each); 2% orange peel extract; 13% gelatin and gum arabic (50% each); 2% antioxidant (tea polyphenol extract).

[0040] The preparation method is the same as that of Example 1

[0041] Effect analysis:

[0042] The candy in this embodiment has a rich taste, with the sweetness of natural fructose and the sweetness of maltitol, and combines the advantages of gelatin and gum arabic, so that the candy has a moderate texture and is easy to eat. A high proportion of green tea extract and an appropriate amount of houttuynia cordata extract further enhance the detoxification and antioxidant effects of tea polyphenols, and have a stronger health auxiliary effect for smokers. In addition, the addition of antioxidants (tea polyphenols extracts) further enhances the antioxidant capacity of candy, which helps protect the body from damage caused by smoking.

[0043] Comparative Analysis of Examples

[0044] 1. Taste and texture:

[0045] Embodiment 1: The taste is moderate, sweet but not greasy, and has a fresh mint fragrance.

[0046] Example 2: The cigarette has a sweeter taste and a softer texture, and is suitable for smokers who focus on weight management.

[0047] Example 3: Rich taste, combining the advantages of natural fructose and maltitol, and moderate texture.

[0048] 2. Health auxiliary effect:

[0049] All embodiments can promote the generation of nitric oxide, have the effect of protecting the cardiovascular system, and provide comprehensive respiratory protection.

[0050] The formula in Example 1 is relatively balanced and provides comprehensive health assistance for smokers.

[0051] The high proportion of respiratory tract protective ingredients and the appropriate amount of Houttuynia cordata extract in Example 2 have a more obvious effect in alleviating respiratory symptoms caused by smoking.

[0052] The high proportion of green tea extract, appropriate amount of Houttuynia cordata extract and antioxidants in Example 3 further enhance the detoxification and antioxidant effects of tea polyphenols, providing smokers with a stronger health-supporting effect.

[0053] 3. Applicable people:

[0054] Embodiment 1 is suitable for general smokers.

[0055] Embodiment 2 is more suitable for smokers who focus on weight management.

[0056] The above shows and describes the basic principles and main features of the present invention and the advantages of the present invention. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are only for explaining the principles of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention may have various changes and improvements, which fall within the scope of the present invention to be protected. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the attached claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A composite plant essence candy for promoting health and assisting smoking cessation, characterized in that: The candy comprises the following components by weight percentage: liquorice extract: 5%-15%; chrysanthemum extract: 5%-10%; Sterculia lychnophora extract: 3%-8%; monk fruit extract: 3%-7%; pipa leaf extract: 2%-6%; emblica extract: 2%-5%; green tea extract (rich in tea polyphenols): 15%-25%; peppermint extract: 2%-5%; Amomum villosum extract: 1%-3%; Houttuynia cordata extract: 1%-5%; orange peel extract: 2%-5%; sweetener: 20%-35%; Excipients: 10%-25%; Antioxidants: 0.5-2%.

2. The composite plant essence candy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The excipient is one or a combination of gelatin or gum arabic.

3. The composite plant essence candy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sweetener is one of natural fructose and maltitol or a combination of the two.

4. The composite plant essence candy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The antioxidant is a combination of one or more of vitamin E, sodium ascorbate or tea polyphenol extract.

5. A method for preparing the composite plant essence candy according to claim 1, comprising the following steps: a) Raw material selection and pretreatment: Select plant raw materials, wash and dry them to a moisture content of less than 5%, and crush them to a particle size of less than 100 mesh; b) Scientific extraction: Using ultrasonic extraction method, the crushed raw materials are mixed according to the formula ratio, and an appropriate amount of water is added for extraction to obtain high-concentration plant essence; c) Proportioning and mixing: Mix the plant essences, green tea extract, sweeteners and excipients in proportion and adjust to a suitable pH value; d) Molding and packaging: The mixture is poured into candy molds, cooled and solidified, and then aseptically packaged.

6. The preparation method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The extraction conditions in step b) are 40° C. and 40 kHz for 30 minutes, and the extract is filtered and concentrated to 1 / 5 of the original volume.

7. The preparation method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The mixture in step c) is adjusted to a pH value of 6.5-7.

0.

8. The preparation method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The aseptic packaging in step d) is sealed in an aluminum foil bag with a built-in deoxidizer.

9. An application of the composite plant essence candy according to claim 1 in promoting health and assisting smoking cessation, characterized in that: The candy provides health assistance to smokers by promoting the production of nitric oxide in the human body and utilizing the detoxification effects of ingredients such as tea polyphenols.

10. The use according to claim 9, characterized in that: The candy also enhances smokers' willingness and motivation to quit smoking by providing a delicious taste.