Chronic stress adaptability tea substitute drink and preparation method thereof
The chronic stress-adaptive tea drink prepared through low-temperature baking and lyophilization processes combine with specific herbal ingredients to solve the shortcomings of existing tea drinks in chronic stress adaptability, and achieve effective stress regulation and health protection in the military environment.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510495144.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-21
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-22
AI Technical Summary
The existing functional tea drinks have problems of slow onset and poor portability in coping with chronic stress, especially in military extreme environments, and the reliance on chemical synthesis of conventional anti-stress beverages may lead to HPA axis dysfunction.
The chronic stress-adapted tea drinks were prepared by low-temperature gradient baking technology, combined with herbal ingredients such as prickly 500, Rhodiola, mint, etc., and instant particles were made through lyophilized-microencapsulation process, and packaged with three-layer composite aluminum film tea bags, with zinc ion antibacterial coating added to the inner layer, and photosensitive color-distorted marks were printed on the outer layer.
It has achieved the reduction of cortisol levels under long-term high pressure state, inhibited hyperactivation of HPA axis, reduced stress hormone secretion, improved sleep quality, shortened sleep latency, relieved tension headaches, prevented memory loss, and had good portability and stability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of functional food processing, and in particular to a chronic stress adaptive tea substitute and a preparation method thereof. Background Art
[0002] Functional tea refers to a beverage that combines flavor and health functions, made from traditional tea or herbal plants as a base, with the addition of natural ingredients with specific health benefits or functions, and then scientifically formulated. This type of tea not only satisfies thirst and taste needs, but also provides conditioning effects for specific problems of specific groups of people; among them, chronic stress-adaptive tea also falls into the category of functional tea.
[0003] Chronic stress refers to a non-specific reaction in which the human body is under stress for a long time (weeks, months or even longer), resulting in continuous physical and mental tension. Unlike short-term stress (such as the "fight or flight" response caused by sudden danger), the stressors of chronic stress often persist and are difficult to completely get rid of, and are very likely to gradually damage health. It is particularly common in specific populations, such as soldiers.
[0004] Current conventional anti-stress drinks mostly use a single functional ingredient (such as caffeine for alertness or melatonin for sleep), which cannot achieve dynamic regulation of stress status. In addition, conventional tranquilizing teas generally have the problems of slow onset and poor portability, and are not designed for stability in extreme military environments (high cold / high fever / low oxygen); moreover, among existing military teas, there are no substitute teas related to the adaptive configuration of chronic stress. There are only some energy supplements, and these supplements rely too much on chemical synthetic ingredients. After long-term consumption, they may easily lead to HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis) dysfunction.
[0005] Based on this, and in line with the above-mentioned viewpoints, there is still room for improvement in existing functional tea drinks, especially chronic stress adaptive tea drinks for soldiers. Summary of the Invention
[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present application provides a chronic stress adaptive tea substitute beverage, which adopts the following technical solutions: A chronic stress adaptive tea substitute, which is divided into: a daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and a nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming and recovery package; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package comprises, by weight, 25-35 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 20-30 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 10-15 parts of Menthol, and 25-35 parts of Astragalus membranaceus; A nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute for calming and restoring the mind package, comprising, by weight: 15-25 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 25-35 parts of Ziziphus jujuba seeds, 15-25 parts of Rhodiola rosea, and 10-15 parts of Licorice root; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming and recovery package both contain, by weight: 3-13 parts of Poria cocos, 1-11 parts of roses, 1-11 parts of lilies, and 1-5 parts of dried tangerine peel.
[0007] Furthermore, based on weight fractions, it also includes 1-10 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 1-5 parts of Albizia julibrissin and 1-5 parts of Citron.
[0008] Furthermore, according to weight fraction, it also includes 5-12 parts of coix seed and 1-5 parts of quinquefolium.
[0009] On the other hand, the present application also discloses a method for preparing a chronic stress adaptive tea substitute, which comprises: Step 1: Using low-temperature gradient baking technology, various raw materials are baked from 40℃→60℃→80℃, while retaining volatile components; Step 2: Grind the baked raw materials into granules, and then prepare instant granules through a freeze-drying-microencapsulation composite process; Step 3: Use three-layer composite aluminum film tea bags to package the instant granules, add a zinc ion antibacterial coating on the inner layer, and print a photosensitive color-changing logo on the outer layer.
[0010] In step 1, each low-temperature baking temperature interval is 20 minutes; In step 2, the particle size of the particles is 20-30 mesh.
[0011] In summary, this application has the following beneficial technical effects: The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute disclosed in the present invention has the effect of lowering cortisol levels, inhibiting excessive activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis), and reducing the secretion of stress hormones. When the user is under long-term high-pressure conditions, it has the effect of ensuring the user's psychological and behavioral stability and preventing memory loss caused by long-term stress. In addition, it also has the effects of improving sleep quality, shortening the latency period to fall asleep, accelerating the metabolism of stress toxins, and relieving tension headaches. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0012] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the examples of the present application clearer, the technical solutions in the examples of the present application will be described clearly and completely below. If the specific conditions are not specified in the examples, the conventional conditions or the conditions recommended by the manufacturer shall be followed. The reagents or instruments used, if the manufacturer is not specified, are all conventional products that can be purchased commercially. It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features of the embodiments in this application can be combined with each other. The present application will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.
[0013] A chronic stress adaptive tea substitute, which is divided into: a daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and a nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming and recovery package; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package comprises, by weight, 25-35 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 20-30 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 10-15 parts of Menthol, and 25-35 parts of Astragalus membranaceus; A nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute for calming and restoring the mind package, comprising, by weight: 15-25 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 25-35 parts of Ziziphus jujuba seeds, 15-25 parts of Rhodiola rosea, and 10-15 parts of Licorice root; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming and recovery package both contain, by weight: 3-13 parts of Poria cocos, 1-11 parts of roses, 1-11 parts of lilies, and 1-5 parts of dried tangerine peel.
[0014] Furthermore, based on weight fractions, it also includes 1-10 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 1-5 parts of Albizia julibrissin and 1-5 parts of Citron.
[0015] Furthermore, according to weight fraction, it also includes 5-12 parts of coix seed and 1-5 parts of quinquefolium.
[0016] Acanthopanax senticosus, belonging to the Araliaceae family, has a thick rhizome with a gray-brown bark and finely thorned branches and leaves. Its characteristic composition, including active ingredients such as eleutherosides and polysaccharides, has earned it the reputation of an "adaptogenic herb" for its ability to enhance stress resistance. It has been shown to tonify Qi and strengthen the body, boost stamina, and alleviate insomnia and rheumatic pain. The medicinal part, the rhizome, is often used to treat weakness and fatigue.
[0017] Rhodiola rosea: Belonging to the Crassulaceae family, it has a fleshy rhizome with an orange-red cross-section and grows at high altitudes. Its characteristic ingredient, salidroside, earns it the nickname "highland ginseng," which has anti-hypoxia properties and can improve cardiopulmonary function, relieving altitude sickness and chronic fatigue. The medicinal part is the rhizome, which is typically sliced and soaked in water or stewed in soups to alleviate hypoxia and physical exhaustion.
[0018] Mint: Belonging to the Lamiaceae family, its stems and leaves are emerald green, exuding a refreshing aroma. Rich in menthol, it's known as a "natural cooling agent" and can relieve wind-heat headaches, sore throats, and liver stagnation. The entire plant is used medicinally, and the fresh leaves can be used to make tea or applied topically for itching.
[0019] Astragalus: Belonging to the Leguminosae family, its root is cylindrical, with a pale brownish-yellow skin and a yellowish-white cross-section. Its characteristic composition, including astragalus polysaccharides and saponins, makes it a "magic qi-tonifying elixir." It also boasts benefits such as boosting immunity, relieving spontaneous perspiration caused by qi deficiency, and healing wounds. Its medicinal properties include root slices, boiled in water, or stewed in chicken soup for those with weak constitutions or susceptible to susceptibility.
[0020] Ziziphus jujuba seeds: These seeds are oblate, reddish-brown, and are harvested from wild jujube trees. They contain saponins and flavonoids, and are considered a "mind-calming herb" in Traditional Chinese Medicine. They nourish the heart, aid in sleep, and relieve palpitations and night sweats. While the seeds are the medicinal part, the root bark can also treat neurasthenia.
[0021] Licorice: Belonging to the Leguminosae family, it has a thick, long root with a reddish-brown skin and a sweet flavor. Its characteristic ingredient, glycyrrhizin, is known as the "harmonizing agent of all medicines." It moistens the lungs and relieves coughs, detoxifies and protects the stomach, and alleviates drug toxicity. The medicinal part is the root, which can be sliced and taken orally alone or used in prescriptions.
[0022] Poria cocos: Belonging to the Polyporaceae family, its sclerotia are blocky, with a dark brown outer skin and a powdery white interior. Its characteristic ingredient, Poria polysaccharide, has earned it the nickname "the miracle drug of all seasons." It has diuretic and swelling-reducing properties, invigorates the spleen and calms the mind, and is an excellent medicine for removing dampness. The medicinal part is the sclerotium, which can be sliced and cooked into porridge or ground into a powder for a paste.
[0023] Rose: Belonging to the Rosaceae family, its buds are purple-red and fragrant. Its characteristic composition, rose essential oil and polyphenols, has earned it the reputation of being a "women's friend." It has the benefits of soothing the liver and relieving depression, regulating menstruation and nourishing the skin, and alleviating depression. The medicinal part is the buds, which can be used to make tea or distilled to extract the essential oil for external use.
[0024] Lily: Belonging to the Liliaceae family, its bulb is covered in white, fleshy scales. Its characteristic ingredients are lily glycosides and alkaloids, earning it the title of "top-grade lung moistening herb." It nourishes yin and moistens dryness, calms the mind, and relieves dry coughs and insomnia. Its medicinal part, the fresh bulb, can be stewed in sugar water or steamed to treat deficiency-heat.
[0025] Tangerine peel (Citrus tangerine peel): Belonging to the Rutaceae family, dried and aged citrus peels turn dark brown and have a rich aroma. Its characteristic composition is its rich content of volatile oils and flavonoids, known for its "long-aged benefits." It has the benefits of regulating qi and resolving phlegm, promoting digestion and strengthening the spleen, and relieving abdominal distension, cough, and asthma. The medicinal part is the aged peel, which can be boiled in water or added to dishes, making it particularly suitable for those with damp-phlegm constitutions.
[0026] Polygonum multiflorum (Shouwu Teng): Belonging to the Polygonaceae family, its stems are slender and winding, with a "brocade pattern" on the cross section. Its characteristic composition is the presence of anthraquinones, which are homologous to Polygonum multiflorum. It nourishes the blood and calms the mind, dredges the meridians and relieves pain, and improves insomnia and dreaminess. The medicinal part is the stem, which is used as a decoction or in a tranquilizing prescription.
[0027] Albizia Julibrissin: Belonging to the Fabaceae family, its pink filaments resemble velvety fans and possess a pleasant fragrance. Its characteristic composition is the presence of julibrissin, earning it the ancient name "the flower that relieves anger." It has the effects of relieving depression, calming the mind, soothing the stomach and regulating qi, and alleviating anxiety. The medicinal part is the buds, which can be dried and brewed into tea or added to pillows to aid sleep.
[0028] Buddha's hand (Foshan) belongs to the Rutaceae family. Its golden, finger-shaped fruit has a refreshing aroma. Its characteristic ingredient, limonene, has earned it the nickname "the wonder of fruits." It soothes the liver and stomach, resolves phlegm and relieves coughs, and alleviates chest and flank distension. The medicinal part is the fresh fruit, which can be sliced and candied or dried and boiled in water for tea.
[0029] Job's tears: Belonging to the Poaceae family, the kernel is milky white and firm. Its characteristic composition is coixol, earning it the title of "the best rice for removing dampness." It has the benefits of promoting diuresis and strengthening the spleen, clearing heat and draining pus, and improving edema and eczema. The medicinal part is the kernel, which can be cooked into porridge or stir-fried for medicinal use.
[0030] Five-fingered ginseng (Schisandra chinensis): Belonging to the Moraceae family, its root has a reddish texture when cut and a coconut milk aroma. Its characteristic composition is psoralen, earning it the nickname "Southern Astragalus." It has the benefits of strengthening the spleen and lungs, relaxing tendons and activating blood circulation, and removing dampness without causing dryness. The medicinal part is the root, which is sliced and used in soups and is commonly used in Lingnan medicinal cuisine.
[0031] The following is a further description of the features and performance of the present application in conjunction with the embodiments.
[0032] Example Prepare the raw materials according to Table 1.
[0033] Ratio of raw materials in Examples 1-6 in Table 1 (g) The preparation method of Example 1 is as follows: using a baking technology, each raw material is low-temperature baked from 40°C → 60°C → 80°C, and each low-temperature baking temperature interval is 20 minutes. After baking, the raw material after baking is ground into particles, and the particle size of the particles is 20-30 mesh, preferably 20 mesh in this embodiment. Instant granules are made by a freeze-drying-microencapsulation composite process. After the granules are made, the granular raw materials are packaged in a three-layer composite aluminum film tea bag, a zinc ion antibacterial coating is added to the inner layer, and a photosensitive color-changing mark is printed on the outer layer. The purpose of this is that the interior will change color after opening, reminding that the bag of raw materials has been opened. After opening, it is taken with water.
[0034] The preparation method of Example 2 is as follows: using baking technology, each raw material is low-temperature baked from 40°C → 60°C → 80°C, and each low-temperature baking temperature interval is 20 minutes. After baking is completed, the raw material after baking is ground into particles, and the particle size of the particles is 20-30 mesh, preferably 25 mesh in this embodiment, and instant particles are made by freeze-drying-microencapsulation composite process. After the particles are made, the granular raw materials are packaged in three-layer composite aluminum film tea bags, a zinc ion antibacterial coating is added to the inner layer, and a photosensitive color-changing mark is printed on the outer layer. The purpose of doing this is that the interior will change color after opening, reminding that the bag of raw materials has been opened. After opening, it is taken with water. The preparation method of Example 2 is basically the same as that of Example 1, except that the particle size is different.
[0035] The preparation method of Example 3 is as follows: using baking technology, each raw material is low-temperature baked from 40°C → 60°C → 80°C, and each low-temperature baking temperature interval is 20 minutes. After baking is completed, the raw material after baking is ground into particles, and the particle size of the particles is 20-30 mesh, preferably 25 mesh in this embodiment, and instant particles are made by freeze-drying-microencapsulation composite process. After the particles are made, the granular raw materials are packaged in three-layer composite aluminum film tea bags, a zinc ion antibacterial coating is added to the inner layer, and a photosensitive color-changing mark is printed on the outer layer. The purpose of doing this is that the interior will change color after opening, reminding that the bag of raw materials has been opened. After opening, it is taken with water. The preparation method of Example 3 is basically the same as that of Example 1, except that the particle size is different.
[0036] The preparation method of Example 4 is the same as that of Example 1.
[0037] The preparation method of Example 5 is the same as that of Example 2.
[0038] The preparation method of Example 6 is the same as that of Example 3.
[0039] Experimental example: Soldiers were randomly selected after training for a competition and then given a taste test of the chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute described in this application in a uniform environment. The tea's taste and the relief of nervous stress experienced after drinking it were scored on a scale of 10. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitutes prepared in Examples 1-6 were selected for evaluation. A total of 42 valid score sheets were collected, and the specific results are shown in Table 2: Table 2: Average score of chronic stress adaptive tea substitutes It can be seen from Table 1 and the preparation method that Examples 1-3 added mint and astragalus, and the relief effect was lower than that of Examples 4-6 which added jujube seeds and licorice. It can be judged that the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package in this application has a better recovery effect than the daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming recovery package.
[0040] Correspondingly, the finer the grinding, the better the taste, and the finer the grinding, the more conducive to relieving stress. However, the above embodiments all have the effect of relieving stress and thus have a relieving effect on chronic stress adaptability.
[0041] In summary, the present application provides a chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute, which uses herbal plants with both edible and medicinal properties as auxiliary materials and is combined with the preparation method of the present application. It has the effect of lowering cortisol levels, inhibiting excessive activation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA axis), and reducing the secretion of stress hormones. When the user is under long-term continuous high-pressure state, it has the effect of ensuring the psychological and behavioral stability of the user and preventing memory loss caused by long-term stress; in addition, it also has the effects of improving sleep quality, shortening the latency period to fall asleep, accelerating the metabolism of stress toxins, and relieving tension headaches.
[0042] The embodiments described above are only some of the embodiments of this application, not all of them. The detailed description of the embodiments of this application is not intended to limit the scope of the application for which protection is sought, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of this application. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are also within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A tea substitute drink for chronic stress adaptation, characterized by: It is divided into: daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming recovery package; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package comprises, by weight, 25-35 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 20-30 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 10-15 parts of Menthol, and 25-35 parts of Astragalus membranaceus; A nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute for calming and restoring the mind package, comprising, by weight: 15-25 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 25-35 parts of Ziziphus jujuba seeds, 15-25 parts of Rhodiola rosea, and 10-15 parts of Licorice root; The daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package and the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute calming and recovery package both contain, by weight: 3-13 parts of Poria cocos, 1-11 parts of roses, 1-11 parts of lilies, and 1-5 parts of dried tangerine peel.
2. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 1, characterized in that: According to weight fraction, it also includes 1-10 parts of tuberose vine, 1-5 parts of julibrissin flowers and 1-5 parts of bergamot.
3. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 2, characterized in that: According to weight fraction, it also includes 5-12 parts of coix seed and 1-5 parts of quinquefolia.
4. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 3, characterized in that: Calculated by weight, the daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package includes: 25 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 20 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 10 parts of mint, 25 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 3 parts of Poria cocos, 1 part of rose, 1 part of lily, 1 part of tangerine peel, 1 part of Polygonum multiflorum, 1 part of Albizia julibrissin, 1 part of bergamot, 5 parts of Coix seeds and 1 part of Prunus mume.
5. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 3, characterized in that: Calculated by weight, the daytime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute anti-fatigue package includes: 35 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 30 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 15 parts of mint, 35 parts of Astragalus membranaceus, 13 parts of Poria cocos, 11 parts of rose, 11 parts of lily, 5 parts of tangerine peel, 10 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 5 parts of Albizia julibrissin, 5 parts of bergamot, 12 parts of Coix seeds and 5 parts of Prunus mume.
6. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 3, characterized in that: Calculated by weight, the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute for calming and recovery includes: 15 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 25 parts of Ziziphus jujuba seeds, 15 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 10 parts of Licorice root, 3 parts of Poria cocos, 1 part of Rose, 1 part of Lilium, 1 part of Tangerine peel, 1 part of Polygonum multiflorum, 1 part of Albizia julibrissin, 1 part of Buddha's hand, 5 parts of Coix seeds and 1 part of Prunus mume.
7. The chronic stress-adaptive tea substitute according to claim 3, characterized in that: Calculated by weight, the nighttime chronic stress adaptive tea substitute for calming and recovery includes: 25 parts of Acanthopanax senticosus, 35 parts of Ziziphus jujuba seeds, 25 parts of Rhodiola rosea, 15 parts of Licorice root, 13 parts of Poria cocos, 11 parts of Rose, 11 parts of Lilium, 5 parts of Tangerine peel, 10 parts of Polygonum multiflorum, 5 parts of Albizia julibrissin, 5 parts of Buddha's hand, 12 parts of Coix seeds and 5 parts of Prunus mume.
8. A method for preparing a chronic stress adaptive tea substitute according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: It includes: Step 1: Using low-temperature gradient baking technology, various raw materials are baked from 40℃→60℃→80℃, while retaining volatile components; Step 2: Grind the baked raw materials into granules, and then prepare instant granules through a freeze-drying-microencapsulation composite process; Step 3: Use three-layer composite aluminum film tea bags to package the instant granules, add a zinc ion antibacterial coating on the inner layer, and print a photosensitive color-changing logo on the outer layer.
9. The method for preparing a chronic stress adaptive tea substitute according to claim 8, characterized in that: In step 1, each low-temperature baking temperature interval is 20 minutes; In the step 2, the particle size of the particles is 20-30 mesh.