Abstract: A composition that includes tahina and probiotic bacteriais can be formulated for oral administration. The composition can also include at least one polyphenol originating in a plant other than sesame. The composition can be used in treatment of a neurodegenerative disease or disorder, such as Alzheimer's disease. A method for the preparation of the composition includes intimately mixing the tahina and the probiotic bacteria, while homogenizing without damaging the probiotic bacteria. The composition can be encapsulated within a pH-dependent enteric-coating polymer capable of protecting the mixture from gastric (stomach) acidity.

Abstract: A method including mixing a paste of oily seeds and water to produce a pre-mix; and microfluidizing at least the paste or premix at a pressure of at least 5,000 PSI. Examples of oily seeds include but are not limited to sesame seeds and olives. Products produced by the method constitute additional embodiments of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides an espresso cartridge for the preparation of an espresso beverage containing collagen peptides, the espresso cartridge contains a portion of a substance for the preparation of an espresso beverage and a portion of collagen powder. The present invention further provides a method for preparing an espresso cartridge for the preparation of an espresso beverage containing collagen peptides, the method comprises inserting into an espresso cartridge a portion of a substance for the preparation of an espresso beverage and a portion of collagen powder.

Abstract: A fried edible foodstuff comprising less than substantially 250 ?g/kg acrylamide. The foodstuff comprises potato pieces, sweet potato pieces and mixtures thereof. Method and process for preparation of fried edible foodstuff.

Abstract: A composition is provided comprising extracts of at least grape seeds (GSE) and green tea. The extracts are preferably polyphenolic and preferably comprise probiotic bacteria. The use of extracts from green tea and grape seeds for the manufacture of a medicament against a neurodegenerative disease is also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition is provided comprising extracts of at least grape seeds (GSE) and green tea. The extracts are preferably polyphenolic and preferably comprises probiotic bacteria. The use of extracts from green tea and grape seeds for the manufacture of a medicament against a neurodegenerative disease is also disclosed.