Age-Adjusted Micronutrient Dosage for Absorption
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Solution Overview
Problem
Aging adults often suffer from micronutrient deficiencies due to reduced absorption and increased needs, leading to disabilities such as arthritis, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, cognitive impairment, and others, as their diets frequently lack essential nutrients and the aging body's ability to utilize them effectively diminishes.
Innovation Solution
A 24-hour micronutrient dosage unit comprising a combination of vitamins (A, B2, B6, B9, B12, C, D, E, K) and minerals (calcium, magnesium, zinc, boron, chromium) in specific ratios to enhance absorption and utilization, addressing the deficiencies and related disabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If standard multivitamins are used by adults over 50, then general vitamin intake is provided, but absorption and utilization of essential nutrients is insufficient due to aging
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies parameter changes by adjusting the dosage ratios of specific micronutrients based on age groups. For adults over 50, the formulation increases vitamin B12 (to 50-250% of daily value), vitamin D (to 400-800 IU), and calcium (to 600-1200 mg) to compensate for age-related absorption declines. This targeted parameter adjustment resolves the contradiction by optimizing nutrient quantities for aging physiology while maintaining overall formulation balance
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements dynamics by providing different micronutrient formulations tailored to specific age groups (19-50 years, 51-70 years, 71+ years). Each age group receives a customized dosage profile that dynamically adapts to their specific absorption capabilities and nutritional needs, rather than using a static one-size-fits-all approach
2Reliability
If micronutrient dosage is increased for adults over 50, then nutrient deficiencies are prevented, but the complexity of dosage formulation increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies merging by consolidating multiple micronutrients into a single integrated dosage form. Each age-specific formulation combines 13 essential micronutrients (vitamins A, C, D, E, K, B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, folate, calcium, and magnesium) in optimized ratios, eliminating the need for multiple separate supplements while ensuring comprehensive coverage for preventing age-related deficiencies
Solution Approach 2:
The patent manages formulation complexity through parameter changes by establishing specific dosage ranges for each micronutrient based on age group requirements. The formulation uses standardized percentage of daily value parameters (e.g., vitamin B12 at 50-250% DV, vitamin D at 400-800 IU) that simplify the formulation design process while ensuring adequate prevention of deficiencies
3Ease of operation
If average diet is relied upon for nutrient intake, then dietary simplicity is maintained, but essential micronutrients are inadequate for aging adults
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by designing a micronutrient formulation that automatically provides the correct age-appropriate dosages without requiring users to calculate or adjust individual nutrient amounts. The single dosage unit contains all necessary micronutrients in pre-determined optimal ratios, allowing adults over 50 to simply take the supplement as directed without complex dietary planning or monitoring
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AI summary
A micronutrient dosage unit which comprises two or more micronutrients selected from vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B9, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, zinc, boron and chromium in one or more specified ratios.