Abstract: Compositions, novel isolation sources and processes, and uses for unique policosanol containing compositions are disclosed. Seed and vegetable processing byproduct and/or “waste” streams are disclosed as containing policosanols with various relative amounts of the various long chain fatty/waxy alcohols. The policosanols are isolated and may be combined with other phytochemical/processing products, and are used in numerous food, beverage, health and/or nutraceutical applications.

Abstract: A composition that induces synthesis of stress protective proteins during application of physical or physiological stresses, or physiopathological aggressions on cells including a water-alcohol extract of red algae, taurine and derivatives: about 1 to about 5%, floridoside and derivatives: about 10 to about 25%, one or more of carotenoids and PUFAs, one or more water-soluble vitamins, one or more free amino acids and derivatives, and one or more pigments; and a method of protecting skin against wrinkle formation including administering a therapeutically effective amount of a composition including a water-alcohol extract of red algae that induces synthesis of stress protective proteins during physical or physiological stresses, or physiopathological aggressions on skin cells.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing: extracts of Tribulus terrestris, Turnera diffusa and Cinnamon cassia in the weight ratio of 1.5–3.5:1–2:0.1–0.4 respectively; Ginkgo biloba extract, and optionally arginine or a physiologically equivalent esters salts or precursor thereof. The compositions according to the invention are useful in the treatment of male and female sexual dysfunctions.

Abstract: Rhizoma Drynariae extract (RDE) is used as therapeutical agent or in the preparation for Osteoporosis, which is characterized in containing over 30 percent of total flavonoids. Furthermore naringin contained in flavonoids is more than 30 percent and less than 100 percent. The RDE is applied for the therapy of osteoporosis or used for producing drugs treating osteoporosis. And methods of extracting the same are also related.

Abstract: A topical medicament, and associate method of use, for the treatment of dermatologic conditions in both humans and animals is provided. The medicament includes a mixture of Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, lanolin, petroleum jelly, colloidal silver, ti tree oil, zinc oxide and corn starch in appropriate proportions. Ingredient proportions may be varied to form an ointment or a paste having a thicker consistency than the ointment.

Abstract: The invention is generally related to methods of treating autoimmune diseases, including both antibody-mediated and cell-mediated disorders.

Abstract: The present invention is a salt sorbet facial and body scrub which has enhanced properties to deep clean skin, exfoliate dead skin cells in an efficient manner, and at the same time not damage sensitive skin, especially on a woman's face. It is an object of the present invention to provide an improved facial and body scrub which will provide deep cleaning action to cleanse skin pores in an efficient manner and also to exfoliate skin in an efficient manner. It is a further object of the present invention to provide an improved exfoliating facial and body scrub which although effective for cleaning and exfoliating skin, is not so abrasive as to create any damage to sensitive skin areas, especially on a woman's face. It is a further object of the present invention to provide a cost efficient combination of elements and process for creating an improved facial and body scrub.

Abstract: Described is a process for effecting the relaxation of a tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle of a human mammal for a substantial period of time. The process of our invention consists essentially of the step of continuously or periodically administering to said human mammal through inhalation over a stress reactivity-reducing, tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle-relaxing period of time, a stress reactivity-reducing, tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle-relaxing quantity and concentration of one or more fragrance compositions having an aroma profile including one or more of a rose, floral, musky, ambery, sweet and/or powdery aroma notes.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide PPAR? ligand derived from naturally occurring sources and a composition for preventing and/or improving Insulin Resistance Syndrome, diabetes mellitus, obesity or visceral fat obesity comprising the PPAR? ligand as an active agent. The present invention relates to a ligand for peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor which comprises curcumin or its derivatives. The composition according to the present invention, which comprises the PPAR? ligand as an active agent is useful for preventing and/or improving Insulin Resistance Syndrome, diabetes mellitus, obesity or visceral fat obesity.

Abstract: External skin preparations containing one or more members selected from among a fermentation product, which is obtained by treating a bean extract with a microorganism, vitamin A and its derivatives. By potentiating skin cells and accelerating the production of hyaluronic acid, these preparations exert effects of preventing and relieving skin roughness, improving keratin, moistening, and preventing and relieving skin tension failure and wrinkles, thereby efficaciously retarding skin aging.

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbal composition for the prevention and treatment of dementia comprising Polygoni multiflori Radix (Polygonum multiflorum Thunberg), instead of ginseng, Polygalae Radix (Polygala tatarinowi Regel), Caryophylli Flos (Eugeni caryophyllata Thunberg), and Zingibreis Rhizoma (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) in the conventional herbal composition to maximize anti-dementia effect with minimized amount.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for promoting hair growth. More particularly, the present invention comprises a component for inhibiting 5?-reductase activity, a functional component of cell activity, and an expansion component of peripheral blood vessels. A composition for promoting hair growth of the present invention has a superior effect on hair growth.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an extract having healing activity on injuries, which is obtained by extracting Astragali Radix, Ginseng Radix, Carthami Flos, Angelicae Gigantis Radix, Cnidii Rhizoma, Rehmanniae Radix Preparata, Paeoniae Radix and Cinnamomi Cortex Spissus with water while heating, and a pharmaceutical composition for treating injuries, a health food for post-surgical recovery and an animal feed containing said extract as the active ingredient.

Abstract: A process to obtain a highly soluble, low viscosity, salt tolerant gelling vegetable protein product. When introduced into a suitable meat injection brine, the protein product is capable of forming a firm sliceable meat piece with high water retention and no visible signs of the injected brine. When included in gel-based food products such as meat analog formulas, the protein product is capable of forming the desired gel structure, such as firm, sliceable meat-like pieces.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of attenuating swelling or inflammation in the tissue of a patient via applying a composition comprising a hydrophilic foam substrate and a polymeric hydrophilic agent capable of absorbing water to a portion of the surface of the skin of the patient in an amount and at a location sufficient to attenuate swelling or inflammation.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting the expression of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines in an animal or man, is disclosed. The method comprises administration to said animal or man of at least one type of xanthophyll, e.g. astaxanthin, in an amount inhibiting the expression of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines in said animal or man. Use of at least one type of xanthophyll, such as astaxanthin, for the preparation of a medicament for the prophylactic and/or therapeutic inhibition of the expression of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines in an animal or man, is described. Further, a commercial package containing a medicament comprising at least one type of xanthophyll, e.g. astaxanthin, and written and/or data carrier instructions for administration to an animal or man of the medicament for the prophylactic and/or therapeutic inhibition of the express of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines, is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of attenuating the formation or reducing the severity of a bruise in the tissue of a patient via applying a composition comprising a hydrophilic foam substrate and a polymeric hydrophilic agent to a portion of the surface of the skin in an amount and at a location sufficient to attenuate formation of or reduce the severity of bruising.

Abstract: A water soluble extract from a plant of Solanum genus consists essentially of at least 60%–90% of solamargine and solasonine. A process for preparing the water soluble extract from the plant of Solanum genus involves the steps of hydrolysis with an acid, precipitation with a base, and separation treatments using chloroform, alcohol and water as extraction solvents. The water soluble extract prepared from the process can be directly dissolved in pure or neutral pH water to form a yellowish clear and transparent aqueous solution having a water solubility ranging from 2˜20 mg/ml or higher. The water soluble extract can be used as an active component in a pharmaceutical composition for inhibiting the growth of tumor/cancer cells, in particular liver cancer cells, lung cancer cells and breast cancer cells.

Abstract: A method of sanitizing the udders and teats of dairy cows by applying to them an aqueous solution of a hop compound in a concentration sufficient to kill substantial amounts of pathogens but insufficient to cause substantial trauma to the cows.

Abstract: The present invention discloses that fractions of Asiasari Radix extract have the ability to induce neuroprotection against AMPA (-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methyl-4-isoxazole propionic acid)-induced damages in brain cells as well as stimulation of memory.