Abstract: This invention is directed to the drip-slip™, which is a disposable, dispensable guard comprised of flexible, absorbent paper or fabric which may include a leak-proof backing. It is meant to wick dripping liquid, blood, or body fluids away from and keep foreign debris out of, for example, clothing while performing activities that include but are not limited to shaving, dishwashing, washing the hands, staining wood, dining, cooking, housecleaning, dental hygiene, foregoing medical treatment, performing arts and crafts, foregoing massage, hair dyeing, changing oil, or moving through wet or dry indoor or outdoor environments.

Abstract: Consumer products comprising a natural preservative system are described. The preservative system has a mixture of aliphatic and aromatic isothiocyanates and is suitable for use in a variety of consumer products.

Abstract: A food preservative system and method for preserving a food composition is described. The food composition can be high in protein, contain meat and mayonnaise and is shelf stable for at least 30 days. The preservative system has a component that interferes with the permeability of the cell membrane of spoilage bacteria and pathogens and another component that penetrates the same in order to kill or inhibit growth of such organisms.

Abstract: A method for producing a microbiologically stable and safe food composition is described. The method includes the step of contacting a food composition with a saturated, unsaturated, and optionally, an aromatic preservative in order to produce a food composition free of spoilage and pathogens.

Abstract: An improved flavor and microbiologically stable food composition is described. The food composition has low levels of humectant, a stabilizing salt, and little to no sodium chloride. The food composition is free of pathogenic and/or spoilage organism outgrowth for at least about thirty days.