Nutraceutical Gels for Specialized Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857593_0004_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Nutraceutical Gels for Specialized Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857593_0004_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857593_0004_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,593.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

Adapting nutraceutical gel compositions for specific, high-demand environments, such as disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, high-security needs, and remote areas, ensuring optimal performance and support in these unique settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent disclosed nutraceutical gel compositions with immune modulators, but these were not tailored to meet the specific challenges of extreme environments. This new inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by adapting the gel compositions to withstand high temperatures, humidity, tampering, and long-term storage, thereby providing targeted support for individuals in these environments.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept involves modifying the original nutraceutical gel compositions to create specialized variations for specific environments. For example, a disaster relief gel composition would incorporate a solid polymeric matrix and a liquid component containing an immune modulator, allowing for high-temperature storage. A high-security gel product would be formulated to withstand tampering and unauthorized access. A gel composition for remote areas would be adapted for long-term storage and transportation. These adaptations enable the nutraceutical gels to maintain their efficacy and provide targeted support in these unique environments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce novel adaptations of the original nutraceutical gel compositions, tailored to meet the specific demands of high-stress environments. The inventive step lies in the selection and combination of specific ingredients and formulations to address the unique challenges of each environment, resulting in a distinct and non-obvious improvement over the original patent.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments could include gel compositions adapted for specific weather conditions, such as desert or arctic environments, or for use in specialized industries, such as military or space exploration. Variations could also involve different immune modulators or oligomeric proanthocyanidins to address specific health concerns.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in industries serving high-stress environments, such as disaster relief organizations, military suppliers, and remote area logistics providers. The market for these specialized nutraceutical gel compositions is substantial, given the growing demand for targeted health support in extreme environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61K36/889
A A23 A23G4/12
A A23 A23L29/231
A A23 A23L29/238
A A23 A23L29/27
A A23 A23L29/271
A A23 A23L29/284
A A23 A23L33/10
A A23 A23L33/105
A A61 A61K36/185
A A61 A61K36/35
A A61 A61K36/87
A A61 A61K47/36
A A23 A23V2002/00
A A23 A23V2200/324
A A23 A23V2250/21
A A23 A23V2250/21166
A A23 A23V2250/506
A A23 A23V2250/5086
A A23 A23V2250/708
A A61 A61K2300/00

Field of Art

Nutraceutical formulations, specifically gel-based nutritional supplements with immune modulators, encompassing food science, pharmaceutical chemistry, and biotechnology with a focus on functional food product development

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with advanced degree in food science, nutrition, or pharmaceutical chemistry, having expertise in gel formulation techniques, understanding of immune modulators, and experience in developing specialized nutritional products for varied environmental conditions

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that adapting the source patent's nutraceutical gel composition for specialized environments represents a predictable variation using known techniques in gel formulation and ingredient modification. The core technical concept of dispersing immune modulators within a gel matrix remains consistent, with environmental adaptations being a straightforward engineering design choice. The variations demonstrate routine optimization of existing technology for specific use cases, which falls within the expected problem-solving approach of a skilled practitioner in nutraceutical product development.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Gel composition with transfer factor and oligomeric proanthocyanidin dispersed throughout a matrix
PTD Variation
Adapting gel composition for high-temperature storage in disaster relief scenarios
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying gel matrix composition to withstand temperature variations is a predictable engineering solution using known polymeric stabilization techniques
Source Patent Element
Nutraceutical gel using xanthan and guar gum as stabilizing agents
PTD Variation
Creating gel formulations for extreme weather conditions with enhanced humidity resistance
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting alternative gelling agents or modifying existing polymer ratios to improve environmental stability represents a standard design optimization approach
Source Patent Element
Immune modulator dispersed throughout gel matrix
PTD Variation
Developing specialized gel compositions for high-security applications with tamper-resistant properties
Obviousness Reasoning
Incorporating additional protective elements into existing gel formulation is a routine modification to address specific use-case requirements
Source Patent Element
Nutraceutical gel using fruit-based oligomeric proanthocyanidin
PTD Variation
Creating gel compositions for remote area deployment with extended storage capabilities
Obviousness Reasoning
Adjusting ingredient concentrations and selecting preservation techniques to enhance product stability is a predictable engineering solution within the field
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on US Patent 11857593, the disclosed nutraceutical gel variations represent obvious extensions of the prior art, demonstrating that a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed adaptations predictable and non-inventive. The technical modifications represent routine optimization of existing gel formulation techniques, employing standard approaches to address specific environmental and functional requirements without requiring inventive insight beyond the ordinary capabilities of a skilled practitioner in nutraceutical product development.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,593
TitleNutraceutical gels
Assignee(s)4Life Patents, LLC