Abstract: The instant rice according to the embodiment of the present invention is dehydrated alpharized rice. The instant rice has an average major axis length of from 160% to 180% of an average major axis length of raw rice of the instant rice.

Abstract: A method for separating fat from beef pieces containing fat. The method includes, with an apparatus, reducing the size of beef pieces containing fat when the fat is in a brittle condition into a mixture of particles that comprise predominantly fat and particles that comprise predominantly lean; and, with an apparatus, separating the fat particles from the lean particles based on color differences or size differences.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hard bouillon tablet and to a process for the production of a hard bouillon tablet characterized that a beef fat having a total saturated fat content of 54 to 72 wt % (based on weight of total fat); and wherein the beef fat comprises at least 23.5 wt % (based on weight of total fat) of C18:0 and 25.5 to 33 wt % (based on weight of total fat) of C16:0.

Abstract: Sweetener compositions and sweetness enhancing compositions including combinations of isolated volatile compounds are provided. Also provided are methods of increasing the perceived sweetness of a comestible by adding to/including in the comestible a sweetness enhancing composition effective to increase the perceived sweetness of the comestible, where the sweetness enhancing composition includes a combination of isolated volatile compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a saccharide syrup composition comprising an organic acid or its salt and an oligosaccharide, and more specifically, the saccharide syrup composition comprises allulose.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to a composition comprising an enhanced kava extract, wherein the enhanced kava extract comprises a kava product extracted using a material comprising CO2 and/or ethanol extraction method from a selected part of a kava plant and containing 50% or more of a kavalactone as measured by HPLC, wherein the kava plant is not a wild type kava such that the kava product is safe for human consumption, as well as to the methods of making the composition, and a human edible or drinkable product comprising an enhanced kava extract, and an additive comprising a tetrahydrocannabinol extract, a cannabidiol extract, a hemp extract or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the enhanced kava extract comprises a kava product extracted using a non-organic solvent.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to a human edible or drinkable product comprising an enhanced kava extract, wherein the enhanced kava extract comprises a kava product extracted using a material comprising CO2 and/or ethanol extraction method from a selected part of a kava plant and containing 50% or more of a kavalactone as measured by HPLC, wherein the kava plant is not a wild type kava such that the kava product is safe for human consumption, wherein the composition further comprises an additive comprising a tetrahydrocannabinol extract, a cannabidiol extract, a hemp extract or combinations thereof. In one embodiment, the enhanced kava extract comprises a kava product extracted using a non-organic solvent.

Abstract: A process of producing an edible powder containing cannabis including providing a desired quantity of cannabis oil, a cannabis isolate or a cannabis distillate, mixing the cannabis oil, cannabis isolate or cannabis distillate with a solvent and forming an emulsion, providing a starch powder, mixing the emulsion with the starch powder to form a mixture, and removing the solvent from the mixture.

Abstract: Rate of rancid flavor development in oil-based sauces and dressings can be slowed down by addition of a mixture containing sequestering agents for dissolved oxygen and heavy metal ions that are derived from vinegar and fruit juices. The types and proportions of the components of the mixture are chosen to promote a balance of flavor and color neutrality and adequacy of sequestering both heavy metal ions and dissolved oxygen. The mixture is effective in retarding development of rancid flavor moieties of hydroperoxides and hexanal, similar to a commonly-used chemical sequestrant, ethylene diamine tetra acetate (EDTA).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for algae-based food products, namely an algae-based food product having an aroma and taste of chocolate. The product may further be prepared using a tempering process to obtain the appearance and consistency of tempered chocolate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nutritionally balanced composite meal for infants/small children, comprising at least one carbohydrate containing meal component and at least one protein containing meal component, and a method of producing said meal.

Abstract: A synthetic nutritional composition comprising a vitamin for use to promote, support or optimise de novo myelination, in particular the de novo myelination trajectory, and/or brain structure, and/or brain connectivity, and/or intellectual potential and/or cognitive potential and/or learning potential and/or cognitive functioning in a subject, in particular a formula fed subject.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method of inducing weight loss and/or preventing weight gain in a subject affected by administering certain diets selected based on the fasting blood glucose and/or the fasting insulin of the subject. The present disclosure further provides personalized dietary instruction, based on the fasting blood glucose and/or the fasting insulin of a subject, with the potential to improve the weight loss and prevent weight regain. The present disclosure further relates to methods for predicting weight loss success and classifying responsiveness of a subject to a certain diet as well as methods for selecting a weight loss or a weight gain diet for a subject based on the fasting blood glucose and/or the fasting insulin of the subject.

Abstract: A method of providing restaurant-quality meals for a home cook is disclosed. The meal kit process aids the home cook by shortening meal preparation time and improves the home cook's technical cooking skills with its detailed instructions and extensive background information. This method comprises the steps of a professional chef offering extensive cultural, historical, culinary, and technical information regarding a meal. The home cook orders a meal kit online, whereupon a professional cook acquires the necessary ingredients, prepares the meal ingredients in a restaurant-quality facility, packages the individual sections into a meal kit, and delivers the meal kit to the home cook's residence. The home cook completes the meal by cooking the protein and the side dish(s) and/or assembling a salad.

Abstract: A system and method for recycling food scraps are provided. Food scraps are received into the system and is conveyed to a depacker. The depacker separates organics in the food scraps from packaging trash. Cleanliness in the depacker is controlled via a screen size. The organics are cooked in a cooker at a predetermined time and temperature to create an animal feed which is stored or delivered.

Abstract: A method for creating a cold formed bar such as a fruit and vegetable bar. The invention is an improved process for manipulating the total sugars without having the cold formed bar lose its characteristic texture or appearance. In one aspect, the invention adds a solid binder to a conventional mixing operation after the liquid binder and the dry ingredients are added. In one aspect, the invention uses a combination binder that allows reduction of liquid binder and reduces added sugar level on finished product. The combination binder does not impact whole piece appearance in the cold form bar while providing enough binding capacity to hold the bar together throughout processing and shelf life.

Abstract: A system for debossing a heat generation member of an elongate smoking article includes a dispensing mechanism configured to serially dispense a longitudinally-extending heat generation member along a machine direction, wherein the heat generation member has an outer surface and defines a longitudinal axis. The system further includes a debossing mechanism having a first die and an opposing second die each defining a longitudinally-extending channel, wherein the channels of the opposing first and second dies each include spaced-apart protrusions and are arranged to receive therebetween the longitudinally-extending heat generation member from the dispensing mechanism, and wherein the protrusions in the channels are configured to extend non-parallel to the channels and cooperatively interact with the heat generation member to deboss the outer surface thereof. An associated method and smoking article are also disclosed.

Abstract: A liquid composition for electronic cigarettes includes a vaporizable base and one or more sympathomimetic stimulants.

Abstract: A process for production of bleached tobacco raw material comprising: (I) mechanically defibrating uncooked tobacco raw material to produce a defibrated tobacco raw material; and (II) treating the defibrated tobacco raw material with at least one bleaching agent to produce a treated tobacco raw material. Embodiments also include bleached tobacco raw material obtainable by the process.

Abstract: A capsule for insertion into a head of a water pipe, a machine of the tobacco processing industry and a method for producing the capsule. The capsule for insertion into a head of a water pipe that includes a capsule body and a cover having at least one cover aperture. The capsule body and the cover, which are arranged to enclose a portion chamber configured to receive a single portion of water pipe tobacco, are joined directly to one another in a moisture-tight manner via a weld seam. The welded seam between the capsule body and cover is generated without auxiliary materials and provides a joint that is pressure-tight at least up to a pressure differential of 0.5 bar.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method for using a smoking apparatus and related assembly that may be practiced with a variety of standard sized bottles, and which comprises a non-toxic, easily cleaned or disposable straw and bowl. The present disclosure allows a person to utilize common, recyclable and/or natural materials to inhale cooled/filtered smoke from burnt plant leaves in a conservative and efficient manner.

Abstract: A tobacco box includes a body having a base and a plurality of sides forming an interior cavity, the body having a first compartment sectioned off within the interior cavity, the first compartment having edges extending around a periphery of the first compartment; a lid having a plurality of sides to secure over a top of the body to enclose the interior cavity; and a holder having an elongated body to rest on the periphery of the first compartment, the holder having an elongated recess disposed within a top surface of the elongated body; the body and lid are composed of a smell resistant material.

Abstract: Some embodiments of a smokeless tobacco system include a container including a plurality of preformed smokeless tobacco products configured to generally retain their shape and integrity during processing, shipping, and consumer handling. One or more of the preformed smokeless tobacco products are compressed between a lid and a base of the container to hinder movement of the one or more preformed smokeless tobacco products within the container. Each preformed smokeless tobacco product can include a moist smokeless tobacco in combination with a selected binder such that the final product is configured to have material properties providing improved handling, an improved mouth feel, and a satisfying flavor profile.

Abstract: A smoking article is provided and has opposed lighting and mouth ends. A mouth end portion is disposed at the mouth end and a heat generation portion is disposed about the lighting end. An outer wrapping material is wrapped at least about the heat generation portion and extends toward the mouth end portion, to define a cylindrical rod. An aerosol-generating portion is disposed within the outer wrapping material and between the heat generation and mouth end portions. The aerosol-generating portion is configured to generate an aerosol in response to heat received from the heat generation portion. Heat from the heat generation portion for aerosol formation is provided by igniting a combustible fuel element (e.g., a plurality of parts or pieces of clean burning carbonaceous material) located within an enclosed heat generation cartridge.

Abstract: There is described a container for an aerosol provision device for providing an inhalable medium comprising an aerosol, the container including a first section and second and third sections either side of the first section, wherein the first section and the second and third sections each includes a respective material that permits the aerosol generated in the device to flow into and through the container. A first substance is distributed in the material of the first section, the first substance for modifying a property of the aerosol when the aerosol flows through the container. The material of at least one of the second and third sections is substantially free of the first substance and acts as a barrier to prevent first substance exiting the container.

Abstract: A receptacle section for an aerosol provision article is described. The aerosol provision article is for generating a flow of aerosol in use. The receptacle section is arranged for receiving therein an activatable element for modifying, once activated, a property of the flow of aerosol. The receptacle section includes at least one activating element operable to apply, after an installation of the activatable element in the receptacle section by a user, a force to the activatable element to activate the activatable element installed in the receptacle section in use.

Abstract: A receptacle section for an aerosol provision article is described. The aerosol provision article is for generating a flow of aerosol in use. The receptacle section is arranged for having installed therein an activatable element for modifying, once activated, a property of the flow of aerosol. The receptacle section is arranged to apply, on installation of the activatable element in the receptacle section by a user, a force to the activatable element to activate the activatable element.

Abstract: A receptacle section for an aerosol provision article is arranged for receiving therein an element for modifying a property of aerosol passing through the element received in the receptacle section in use, wherein the receptacle section is configurable between a first configuration and a different, second configuration; the first configuration defining a flow path for the aerosol to flow through the receptacle section via the element received in the receptacle section in use and the second configuration allowing the element to be inserted into and/or removed from the receptacle section.

Abstract: An atomizer head assembly, comprising: an outer tube; an inner tube disposed in the outer tube, having a outer supporter openings formed on a lateral side of wall of the inner tube; a liquid storage chamber formed between the inner tube and the outer tube; a liquid inlet opening formed on a lateral side of wall of the outer tube; and an atomizing member having an end arranged in the one or more outer supporter openings. Moreover, the atomizing head assembly comprises a plurality of atomizing members for atomizing liquid electrically connected in parallel and spatially arrange in various configurations, such that the atomizer head assembly can be operated with an elevated voltage such that the heat generated per unit time by the atomizer head assembly is increased and the volume of atomized cigarette liquid in the atomizing chamber is increased accordingly.

Abstract: A cartridge of an electronic vaping device includes a housing assembly and a reservoir cap assembly. The housing assembly is a single piece housing assembly. The reservoir cap assembly includes a reservoir cap having a hole there through and at least one wick extending through an opening in the reservoir cap.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an aerosol delivery device. The aerosol delivery device may include one or more fill ports. Thereby, a reservoir of the aerosol delivery device may be refillable. The fill ports may be defined in a base of a cartridge of the aerosol delivery device. The aerosol delivery device may further include a flow director. An atomizer may extend through the flow director transversely to a longitudinal length of the flow director. The atomizer may include a liquid transport element with a capillary channel extending therethrough, which may receive aerosol precursor composition from the reservoir. There aerosol precursor composition may be drawn through the liquid transport element to a heating element of the atomizer, which may vaporize the aerosol precursor composition.

Abstract: An electronic vapor provision device including a power cell and a vaporizer, wherein the vaporizer includes a heating element, a vaporization cavity, and an airflow channeler, wherein the airflow channeler is situated outside of the vaporization cavity, and wherein the heating element and a heating element support configured to support the heating element are situated within the vaporization cavity.

Abstract: A system for storing at least on collar stay in a shirt. The system includes an enclosure disposed about the shirt. The enclosure is sized and shaped to store the at least one collar stay therein. The enclosure includes a closed end, an open end opposite the closed end, a flap configured to close off the open end, and a fastener configured to fasten the flap in a closed position.

Abstract: A garment incorporating a placket truss. The garment includes an inner placket including a flap of material folded over onto itself and a plurality of buttons sewn thereto with thread. An outer placket overlaps the inner placket and includes a plurality of button holes. Each button hole is positioned to receive a corresponding one of the plurality of buttons. A placket truss including an elongate member is positioned within a space formed by the flap of material folded over onto itself.

Abstract: Dual Pouch Underwear for use by all humans is underwear or undergarment specifically designed to create anatomical separation of male parts (real or prosthetic). The larger pouch separates the testicles from the inner thighs and perineum, while the circular opening/pouch separates the penis head and shaft from the testicles. The larger pouch also creates light support by cupping the testicle and scrotum, rather than letting the testicles and scrotum hang freely. The circular opening/pouch is covered by fabric which has a fly opening to facilitate urination. In addition, the circular opening/pouch provides a layer of protection from urine splash, fecal matter, and other elements from contacting the rest of the genitalia while urinating. The separation of both the testicle and the shaft, limit skin to skin contact therefore keeping those wearing the dual pouch underwear, cooler, less sweaty, more comfortable, and less susceptible to skin irritation.

Abstract: The no show sock wraps the material around the big toe and additional four toes, keeping it in place and allowing it to remain below the shoe line. It than pulls underneath the foot and attaches to the back of the shoe with a Velcro backing or some sort of adhesive to keep the sock in place as to not slip under the foot. This allows for all day comfort, without the sock showing. Optional features may include, but are not limited to a variety of decorative material, designs, textures, stitching patterns or appliques, dry wicking material/sweat proof material (to prevent odor), and different types of Velcro (shapes strength and widths). This sock is washable.

Abstract: An infant garment that is sized and configured to be worn by an infant. The infant garment has one or more arm restraining mechanisms suitably positioned on an interior surface of the infant garment to be able to restrain the infant's hand(s)/arm(s) so that the infant's hand(s)/arm(s) can be positioned up and next to his/her face and/or head while the infant's hand(s)/arm(s) remain within the infant garment. The infant garment may also include one or more teethers on an exterior surface thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an infant headrest assembly with cloth garment and provides multiple configurations to that system. More particularly, this disclosure describes a structure that may support an infant's head and body. In one illustrative embodiment, the structure may have a cushion that may include an angular indent. The angular indent may include a top on one end and bottom on the other end with a wider gap near the top and a narrow gap near the bottom. The wider gap may provide a head support and the narrow gap may provide a neck support. A cloth garment may be coupled to the cushion near the bottom of the angular indent. The cloth garment may include a plurality of apertures and fastener for supporting or securing the body of the infant.

Abstract: A garment with absorbent pad. The garment includes a flexible body having an upper end and a lower end, wherein the flexible body can move between an open position and a closed position, such that opposing lateral sides of the flexible body are removably secured together via a first fastener. A head opening is disposed centrally along the upper end, and a pair of arm openings are disposed through the flexible body. A pair of leg openings are disposed on the lower end. An absorbent pad is disposed centrally on an interior surface of the flexible body, such that the absorbent pad can absorb fluid waste to protect the flexible body.

Abstract: A brassiere disclosed herein includes a cup, a band coupled to and disposed below the cup, and a pocket disposed on the band. The pocket may be formed by an inner panel and an outer panel that are coupled together at their edges. The pocket may be sized and shaped to receive a portable electronic device. The outer panel of the pocket may be constructed from a mesh material that permits visibility of the contents of the pocket. The mesh material of the outer panel may also enable a wearer of the brassiere to activate or utilize the touch screen of a portable electronic device disposed within the pocket without removing the portable electronic device from the pocket or without reaching within the pocket.

Abstract: Brassiere including a first wing and a second wing, each wing including a first end and a second end. A pair of cups is utilized. Each cup has an inner contour having a diameter size as well as an outer contour having an outer diameter defined by an outer diameter size, and an outer apex having a projection distance from the outer diameter. A filling material is provided between the inner contour and the outer contour and being located on each cup so as to, when the brassiere is worn, press against the rib cage and expand and spread the outer diameter. Wherein for a cup-to-cup range of more than 12 inches and less than 14 inches, the diameter size and the projection distance have values that satisfy an equation as follows: y=0.69x+11.24, where y=the diameter size and x=the projection distance.

Abstract: An autonomous grooming apparatus, system and method employs a computer readable compression garment, scanning apparatus, and computer controllable grooming apparatus to selectively perform hair removal, massage, lotion application, or non-permanent body paint. The apparatus includes a fluid reservoir that holds a different fluid and selectively applies the fluid to the area requiring treatment.

Abstract: A cooling fabric including a moisture-permeable inner surface layer, a spacer fabric and an outer surface layer, wherein the outer surface layer has an air permeability of at most 250 l/dm2/min at 500 Pa measured according to ISO 9237 and wherein the spacer fabric comprises monofilaments extending across the spacer fabric, wherein the monofilaments have a linear density of at least 250 dtex and wherein the monofilaments are present at a density of at most 800 monofilaments per square-inch.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward an article of apparel effective to regulate the temperature of the wearer. In an embodiment, the article of apparel includes a base textile with a thermal regulation membrane. The thermal regulation membrane contains a plurality of system-reactive components selectively engaged heat and/or moisture. In an embodiment, the printed coating includes a cooling agent, a phase change material, and a heat dissipation material. In operation, the article of apparel is effective to delay/diminish the rise in skin temperature (compared to a garment lacking the membrane), increasing wearer comfort.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device worn around the neck of an individual and comprises a concealed face mask for use in covering one's mouth to prevent the aerosolization of infectious droplets during coughing or sneezing. is disclosed. This device houses an impervious face mask that, during use, is properly positioned over the mouth and nose to most effectively trap infectious particles. When not in use, the device folds on itself, collapsing the face mask and protecting the individual's skin. The device is designed so that the individual can cover one's mouth and nose in order to contain expelled particles during coughing and sneezing without contaminating the surrounding air or the individual's hands.

Abstract: We provide a garment (100) for covering a portion of a patient's chest during a medical examination, the garment comprising a sheet of material forming: a neck portion (108) defining an aperture (110) for receiving a head of the patient, and a left covering part (104) depending from the neck portion (108), configured to cover a substantial portion of a left breast of the patient, and a right covering part (106) depending from the neck portion (108), configured to cover a substantial portion of a right breast of the patient, the left and right covering parts being separated at respective lower ends (138,140).

Abstract: Embodiments herein include medical garments and related methods. In an embodiment, a medical garment can have a waist band, a front panel and a first tunnel, the waist band passing through the first tunnel, the first tunnel comprising a first lateral side and a second lateral side. A back panel and a second tunnel through which the waist band passes, the second tunnel comprising a first lateral side and a second lateral side. The first and second lateral sides of the front panel can be positioned inward toward a middle of the front panel through movement of a portion of the first tunnel relative to the waist band. The first and second lateral sides of the back panel can be positioned inward toward a middle of the back panel through movement of a portion of the second tunnel relative to the waist band. Other embodiments are also included herein.

Abstract: The invention relates to composite memory foam and its uses in the manufacture of jacket for exclusive body supports. The invention also relates to a method of adding or removing composite memory foam when dry cleaning is required. The composite memory foam includes a polyurethane foam and granules of a polyurethane polymer embedded in the polyurethane foam where the memory foam is exclusively added in collar, elbow, and back panel of jacket to improve the support and comfort level.

Abstract: A two-part easy-on and stay-on mitten includes a cuff part donned before, and a mitten part donned after, a jacket. The cuff part extends from mid-palm to mid-forearm and protects the wrist against cold. It has a thumb hole which secures it in place while pushing an arm through the jacket's sleeve. The cuff and mitten parts have mating fastener patches, which securely and removably engage one another. The cuff part can be worn interchangeably on a left or right hand, and leaves the fingers free to close the jacket's zippers and buttons. The mitten part has a closeable slit that provides a clear line of sight to guide the wearer's thumb into a mitten thumb hole. A mitten strap closes the slit and removably secures the fastener patches in engagement with one another. The strap has a tab member which can be grasped while wearing a mitten.

Abstract: The invention relates to a glove having at least one gripping aid arranged at the periphery of the cuff, the surface of which gripping aid at least partially has patterning, especially knobs and/or grooves, wherein the glove at at least two of the total five finger spaces which are adapted to the fingers of a hand also has a structured surface or patterning, respectively, especially knobs and/or grooves, essentially at the ends of each finger space opposite the cuff which are provided for intake of the fingertips.