Abstract: The present invention comprises compositions, systems, and methods of improving the skin and the skin microbiome using bacterial strains and their derivatives, and prebiotics. A useful composition of the invention comprises at least one of (a) a prebiotic that selectively promotes the growth of at least one desirable strain of Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes); (b) a probiotic comprising at least one desirable strain of C. acnes; and (c) a post-biotic comprising at least one molecule produced by C. acnes.

Abstract: The present invention comprises compositions, systems, and methods of improving the skin and the skin microbiome using bacterial strains and their derivatives, and prebiotics. A useful composition of the invention comprises at least one of (a) a prebiotic that selectively promotes the growth of at least one desirable strain of Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes); (b) a probiotic comprising at least one desirable strain of C. acnes; and (c) a post-biotic comprising at least one molecule produced by C. acnes.

Abstract: Provided are compositions including Serenoa repens and extracts thereof, in combination with a sympathomimetic agent, which may be used to control a variety of physical conditions, including obesity, appetite suppression, decongestion, asthma and energy stimulation. Serenoa repens, or extracts thereof, when added to dosage forms of pharmacologic agents with sympathomimetic activity, or when administered in combination with sympathomimetic agents, decreases side effects. Thus, debilitating side effects associated with use of pharmacologic agents that stimulate adrenergic receptors and display sympathomimetic effects can be reduced.

Abstract: Provided are compositions including Serenoa repens and extracts thereof, in combination with a sympathomimetic agent, which may be used to control a variety of physical conditions, including obesity, appetite suppression, decongestion, asthma and energy stimulation. Serenoa repens, or extracts thereof, when added to dosage forms of pharmacologic agents with sympathomimetic activity, or when administered in combination with sympathomimetic agents, decreases side effects. Thus, debilitating side effects associated with use of pharmacologic agents that stimulate adrenergic receptors and display sympathomimetic effects can be reduced.

Abstract: Dietary supplement formulation which increases lean body mass without concomitant increase of body fat mass, an effect parallel to that seen with usage of synthetic anabolic steroidal compounds but without adverse side-effects. The formulation composition of the invention comprises creatine, taurine, ribonucleic acid, and optimally, a carbohydrate (starch or a simple saccharide)component for enhancing cellular uptake. Other components such as alpha-ketoglutaric acid and salts thereof, and beta-hydroxy-beta-methyl butyric acid and salts thereof can be added for optimal results. The composition may be taken alone or in combination with a nutrient base, which typically includes protein source(s), carbohydrate(s), vitamin(s), and mineral(s) and other amino acids such as L-Glutamine and other natural L-form non-branched chain or branched chain amino acids. Actual studies in weight trained men show statistically significant increases in lean body mass yet with decreases in fat mass within 28 days.