Abstract: An aqueous suspension of a hydrophobic nutrient is disclosed. In particular, the nutrient, in ester form, is combined with a selected dispersion aid and a dispersion agent(s), and then dispersed in an aqueous medium to form the suspension.

Abstract: A flavored capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of gelatin; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) from about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinal.

Abstract: A composition and method of treating nappy rash utilizes a combination of Salicylic Acid (0.720/100 g), Boric Acid (5 g/100 g), Tannic Acid (0.575 g/100 g), Zinc oxide (5 g/100 g), Calamine (1.5 g/100 g), and Lanolin (2 g/100 g). Many oils have been also introduced including Olive oil (20.00 ml), Castor oil (10.00 ml), and Cod Liver oil (10.00 ml). Cetrimide is found as (0.0075 g/100 g) and White Petroleum Q.S.100 g.

Abstract: After interruption of blood supply to central nervous system tissue, cerebral edema sets in. It has been shown that restoring blood flow to injured areas of the central nervous system after the onset of edema does not result in blood reperfusing the tissue. A composition and method for treating injured central nervous tissue, or preventing injury to central nervous system tissue is provided. The composition is generally an amphipathic lipid in an oil solution. The method provides for withdrawing cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid spaces around the tissue to be treated or protected, and replacing that fluid with an approximately equivalent volume of the amphipathic lipid in oil composition. The treatment can be augmented with agents that suppress production of cerebrospinal fluid, or with other known agents.

Abstract: A flavored gelatin capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of gelatin; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) from about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinals.

Abstract: A flavored vegetable starch capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of vegetable starch; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinals.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a pesticide composition effective for the control of insects and diseases of plants in a synergistic formulation of plant oils and fish oils that is non-toxic to the plant, the environment and to those applying the pesticide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of nutritional supplement compositions to overcome nutritional deficiencies typically associated with the normal mammalian diet. The compositions of the present invention are obtained by combining fish oil, garlic powder, rutin, capsaicin, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and one or more juice concentrates.

Abstract: A method of treating excessive blood lipid levels in humans is described. The treatment includes a daily dosage of food supplements available over-the-counter without a prescription. The supplements are fish oil concentrate, niacin (flush free), and lecithin. In the preferred embodiment two 500 mg tablets of niacin, 2 1200 mg soft gels of lecithin, and two 1250 mg soft gels of fish oil concentrate are administered orally once to twice per day.

Abstract: Allantoin-containing preparations are prepared in a form suitable for administration as gels and aerosols. In one embodiment of the aerosol formulation, an allantoin-containing composition comprises: (1) water; (2) allantoin in a therapeutically effective quantity; (3) an anionic ethoxylated surfactant; (4) lanolin oil; and (5) cod liver oil. The composition has a viscosity and surface tension in a range that allows the composition to be administered to the skin of a user as an aerosol by a mechanical spray pump. In another aspect of this invention, the allantoin-containing preparations are prepared in a form suitable for administration as gels. The compositions can be substantially anhydrous or can contain water. In one embodiment of the gel formation, an allantoin-containing composition comprises: (1) allantoin in a therapeutically effective quantity; (2) a complex comprising mineral oil and at least one hydrogenated alkylene copolymer; (3) lanolin oil; and (4) cod liver oil.

Abstract: The invention provides conjugates of cis-docosahexaenoic acid and pharmaceutical agents useful in treating noncentral nervous system conditions. Methods for selectively targeting pharmaceutical agents to desired tissues are provided.

Abstract: An aqueous suspension of a hydrophobic nutrient is disclosed. In particular, the nutrient, in ester form, is combined with a selected dispersion aid and a dispersion agent(s), and then dispersed in an aqueous medium to form the suspension.

Abstract: A culture medium for culture of an animal cell, characterized by containing an enzymatic degradation product of fish meat or a fish meat extract, and a method for producing a desired protein with the use of the culture medium.

Abstract: A liquid, water-repellent, substantially anhydrous, spray-pumpable skin protectant composition is disclosed. The composition is designed for spraying directly onto skin, has suitable adherence to the skin, and resists running. The composition contains one or more actives, one or more rheology modifiers, and a carrier. The rheological modifiers can be waxes and/or associative thickeners such as some forms of silica. The carrier can be mineral oil replacement (e.g., isohexadecane, cyclomethicone). Film-forming components also help the composition resist running. One indication for which the composition may be formulated is diaper rash. The active ingredient for diaper rash may be dimethicone and preferably also zinc oxide.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods for increasing the reproductive performance of breeding populations of swine. The swine feed compositions of the present invention are animal feed blends including marine animal products such as a fish oil or fish meal products. Methods include administering to the female swine a biologically effective amount of the swine feed composition comprising marine animal products wherein the marine animal products contain omega-3 fatty acids or esters thereof that serve as a source of metabolites in the female swine, to improve reproductive performance of the female swine. The methods can also be used to increase the fertility of a male swine, and can be used to increase the reproductive performance of both male and female animals by feeding the swine feed composition to both the male and female swine.

Abstract: The invention is a formulation and method of use for a nutritional dietary supplement to prevent the side effects of cancer therapy and thus augment the efficacy of treatment. Cancer therapy refers to treatment with various formulations of chemicals (chemotherapy), or combined modality therapies that may include chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and/or surgery. The formulation of the nutritional supplement is highly enriched in .omega.3 fatty acids. The preparation and packaging of the nutritional supplement are done under reducing conditions such as in the presence of nitrogen, to avoid oxidation of the compound. The invention further describes the method of pre-treatment of tumor-bearing mammals with the nutritional supplement such that it precedes the initiation of, then is continued concomitant with, the therapy. The invention describes a way to protect normal organ function and reduce inflammation, as exemplified by the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and bone marrow upon chemotherapy treatment.

Abstract: A flavored gelatin capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of gelatin; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) from about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinals.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed for prevention and/or treatment of diseases in which 5- and 12-lipoxygenase activity contributes to the pathological condition, by administration of 12-methyletradecanoic acids alone and in conjunction with other therapeutic compounds. Methods to inhibit lipoxygenase-mediated inflammations are disclosed.

Abstract: After interruption of blood supply to central nervous system tissue, cerebral edema sets in. It has been shown that restoring blood flow to injured areas of the central nervous system after the onset of edema does not result in blood reperfusing the tissue. A composition and method for treating injured central nervous tissue, or preventing injury to central nervous system tissue is provided. The composition is generally an amphipathic lipid in an oil solution. The method provides for withdrawing cerebrospinal fluid from the subarachnoid spaces around the tissue to be treated or protected, and replacing that fluid with an approximately equivalent volume of the amphipathic lipid in oil composition. The treatment can be augmented with agents that suppress production of cerebrospinal fluid, or with other known agents.

Abstract: Dry-eye syndrome and other dryness effects of glandular malfunction are treated orally by a combination which includes a source of omega-3 fatty acid, a source of omega-6 fatty acid, vitamin A, vitamin B6, a source of magnesium and a water-soluble antioxidant. The preparation preferably is contained in a capsule. In a preferred form of the preparation and of the method, the preparation also includes mucin and cold water fish oil. The fatty acids preferably are contained in blackcurrant seed oil, and the water-soluble antioxidant is preferably in the form of vitamin C.

Abstract: A daily administration of a rose-hip concentrate and fish oil is used to treat and/or alleviate the symptoms associated with joint disease such as osteoarthritis, specifically joint pain and stiffness. By administering the combination on a daily basis, a significant reduction in pain and stiffness of the joints affected by joint disease is attained which allows individuals suffering from joint disease to substantially resume daily activities.

Abstract: A sustained/prolonged release pharmaceutical dosage form is disclosed. The form comprises a hard shell capsule and a formulation comprising (a) a water insoluble medicament, (b) a high melting fatty ester, (c) a low viscosity oil, (d) a cellulosic polymer, and (e) a non-ionic surfactant.

Abstract: This invention provides compositions in the form of emulsions comprising pharmaceutical agents, triglycerides and emulsifiers. This invention also provides methods for delivering pharmaceutical agents to predetermined tissues comprising administering the instant compositions. This invention also provides methods of making the instant compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of nutritional supplement compositions to overcome nutritional deficiencies typically associated with the normal mammalian diet. The compositions of the present invention are obtained by combining fish oil, garlic powder, rutin, capsaicin, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and one or more juice concentrates.

Abstract: Dry-eye syndrome and other dryness effects of glandular malfunction are treated orally by a combination which includes a source of omega-3 fatty acid, a source of omega-6 fatty acid, vitamin A, vitamin B6, a source of magnesium and a water-soluble antioxidant. The preparation preferably is contained in a capsule. In a preferred form of the preparation and of the method, the preparation also includes mucin and cold water fish oil. The fatty acids preferably are contained in blackcurrant seed oil, and the water-soluble antioxidant is preferably in the form of vitamin C.

Abstract: Dry-eye syndrome and other dryness effects of glandular malfunction are treated orally by a combination which includes a source of omega-3 fatty acid, a source of omega-6 fatty acid, vitamin A, vitamin B6, a source of magnesium and a water-soluble antioxidant. The preparation preferably is contained in a capsule. In a preferred form of the preparation and of the method, the preparation also includes mucin and cold water fish oil. The fatty acids preferably are contained in blackcurrant seed oil, and the water-soluble antioxidant is preferably in the form of vitamin C.

Abstract: Flavored Gelatin Capsule and Method of Manufacture A flavored gelatin capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of gelatin; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) from about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and nutritional compositions for the prevention and treatment of cachexia and anorexia. The methods of the invention comprise administering a composition comprising effective amounts of &ohgr;-3 fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, stearidonic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid or mixtures thereof; of branched-chain amino acids valine, leucine, isoleucine or mixtures thereof; with or without reduced levels of tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptophan; and of antioxidant system selected from the group comprising beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods for increasing the reproductive performance of breeding populations of swine. The swine feed compositions of the present invention are animal feed blends including marine animal products such as a fish oil or fish meal products. Methods include administering to the female swine a biologically effective amount of the swine feed composition comprising marine animal products wherein the marine animal products contain omega-3 fatty acids or esters thereof that serve as a source of metabolites in the female swine, to improve reproductive performance of the female swine. The methods can also be used to increase the fertility of a male swine, and can be used to increase the reproductive performance of both male and female animals by feeding the swine feed composition to both the male and female swine.

Abstract: The present invention comprises homeopathic preparations of a purified protein described herein, as well as methods and systems for delivery of such preparations and treatment of disorders and conditions by administering such preparations.

Abstract: A method of treating herniated discs that involves taking a daily dose of cod liver oil orally. The cod liver oil acts to lubricate the tissues and reduces inflammation and swelling. Pain relief is experienced within three to four weeks after the start of the treatment. Once pain relief is reached, the treatment continues. If the cod liver oil treatment is stopped, the inflammation and pain reappear.

Abstract: Anti-inflammatory, and particularly anti-arthritic, treatment of a human or animal patient comprises administration to the patient of an effective amount of a lipid extract of Perna canaliculus or Mytilus edulis.

Abstract: A process for producing water-insoluble substances derived from fishes and shellfishes, includes the treating of the waste of fishes and shellfishes containing the substances with proteolytic enzymes under stirring to obtain an oil-in-water (O/W) type emulsified composition. This composition contains water-soluble amino-acids, oligoproteins having a molecular weight of not greater than 30,000, water-soluble minerals, water-insoluble highly unsaturated fatty acids and proteins (solid matter) having a molecular weight of 20,000 to 100,000, with 50% or more of all the proteins in said emulsified composition having a molecular weight of 20,000 to 100,000. Thereafter the emulsified composition is separated into solid and liquid phases, and the obtained solid composition containing proteins with a molecular weight of 20,000 to 100,000 and fats and oils is extracted with an organic solvent.

Abstract: A flavored gelatin capsule and the method of manufacture of the flavored capsule is provided. The capsule may comprise (a) from about 10 to about 70 parts by weight of gelatin; (b) from about 10 to about 35 parts by weight of a suitable polyol, such as glycerol; (c) from about 8 parts by weight of water; and (c) various parts by weight of particular water soluble flavorings. The contents of the capsule may also be flavored. The composition is particularly useful in improving the palatability of fish oil medicinals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to nutritional supplements to the human diet used to increase levels of HDL, and decrease levels of O-LDL, cholesterol, and triglycerides in human blood plasma. More specifically, the present invention teaches novel nutritional supplements which contain a novel combination of fish oil, garlic, rutin, and capsaicin, as well as methods of preparing the nutritional supplements.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and nutritional compositions for the prevention and treatment of cachexia and anorexia. The methods of the invention comprise administering a composition comprising effective amounts of &ohgr;-3 fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, stearidonic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid or mixtures thereof, of branched-chain amino acids valine, leucine, isoleucine or mixtures thereof; with or without reduced levels of tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptophan; and of antioxidant system selected from the group comprising beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for manufacturing refined fish oil by introducing a novel process into a phospholipid-deprived fish oil which is obtained by mixing fish oil with water and a monosodium glutamate (MSG) by-product with stirring, fermenting the mixture in the presence of urea, processing the mixture with steam, and centrifuging the mixture to separate water and phospholipids from the fish oil. The method further includes the steps of measuring acid value of the separated fish oil to neutralize the fish oil with NaOH, washing the deaciding fish oil with warm water, and drying the washed fish oil in vacuum; mixing the dehydrated fish oil with powders of earthworm excrement to absorb the fish oil into the powders, subjecting the mixture to reaction at least 30° C. or higher for 0.

Abstract: An improved modified fish oil type material which does not generate special fish oil offensive odor after long term preservation and does not generate offensive odor by heating, that is, superior at preservation stability and heat stability, a fish oil type composition containing said material, a method for preparation thereof, an emulsion prepared using said material and composition and foods and cosmetics containing said material, composition or emulsion.

Abstract: A food supplement formulation comprises flaxseed oil, borage seed oil, fish oil, and lipase.

Abstract: Fish oil concentrates, having:.gtoreq.40% of long chain poly unsaturated fatty acids<20% of saturated fatty acids (C.sub.14 -C.sub.18)<15% oleic acid<12% C.sub.16:1 --fatty acidand with a weight-ratio:DHA=0.5-3.0EPAcan be obtained by a process involving the following stepssubjecting a fish oil to an enzymic conversionremoving free fatty acids or esters from conversion-productsubjecting product of above to enzymic hydrolysis, using 1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to animal scent attractants. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition of matter for amplifying and preserving animal scents. Fox urine, coyote urine, deer urine, elk urine, moose urine, bear urine, rabbit urine, fish oils, and sheep manure are examples of substances which can be used with the present invention.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a dietary regimen and a unique combination of nutritional supplements and a method. More specifically, this invention is directed to a unique combination of nutritional supplements which provides symptomatic relief from arthritis. The unique combination of nutritional supplements of this invention is believed to function by both increasing the available (effective blood level) of anti-inflammatory agents and promotion of the healing/regenerative process in the effected joints, thus, producing unexpected and lasting symptomatic relief from the debilitating effects of both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Abstract: Anti-inflammatory, and particularly anti-arthritic, treatment of a human or animal patient comprises administration to the patient of an effective amount of a lipid extract of Perna canaliculus or Mytilus edulis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and nutritional compositions for the prevention and treatment of cachexia and anorexia. The methods of the invention comprise administering a composition comprising effective amounts of .omega.-3 fatty acids such as alpha-linolenic acid, stearidonic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid, docosahexaenoic acid or mixtures thereof; of branched-chain amino acids valine, leucine, isoleucine or mixtures thereof; with or without reduced levels of tryptophan and 5-hydroxytryptophan; and of antioxidant system selected from the group comprising beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Synthetic lipid composition in which the content and the distribution of the fatty acids are similar to those of human milk fat, containing less than 2% by weight of free fatty acids, in which palmitic acid is predominantly at the 2-position of the triacylglycerols and the arachidonic and docosahexaenoic acids are distributed between the 1-, 2- and 3-positions and in particular predominantly at the 2-position of the triacylglycerols.

Abstract: Fish oil concentrates, having:.ltoreq.40% of long chain poly unsaturated fatty acids<20% of saturated fatty acids (C.sub.14 -C.sub.18)<15% oleic acid<12% C.sub.16:1 -fatty acidand with a weight-ratio: ##EQU1## can be obtained by a process involving the following steps subjecting a fish oil to an enzymic conversionremoving free fatty acids or esters from conversion-productsubjecting product of above to enzymic hydrolysis, using specific lipase or partial glyceride-specific lipasewash and dry productre-esterify dried product.

Abstract: The present invention provides an epidermal gel secretion of Arabian Gulf catfish which is useful in enhancing wound healing, alleviating muscle spasms and pain, and treating dermatological disorders.

Abstract: A multi-agent tri-daily comestible of vitamin, mineral, plant extracts, aminos, neurochemical precursors, enzymes, and Ph regulating agents which supply key elements necessary for proper metabolization and function of the human body delivered at specific times of the daily biocycle when the need for such specific agents exists in order to maximize the body's extra- and intra-cellular matrix to cellular and biochemical protective and repair mechanisms utilized to deter the effects of otherwise normal aging.

Abstract: A composition for treating a mammal having a condition characterized by bone or joint inflammation comprises:2,250 mg soluble bovine cartilage,250 mg soluble shark cartilage,1,000 mg glucosamine sulfate,350 mg mucopolysaccharide concentrate,225 mg proteolytic enzymes from hog pancreatic extract,500 mg standardized extract of ashwagandha,470 mg extract of Boswellia serrata comprising 150 mg boswellic acid1,000 mg chondroitin polysulfate,100 mg extract of sea cucumber,300 mg black currant seed oil,3,500 mg ascorbic acid (vitamin C),150 mg pyridoxine HCl (vitamin B6),1,000 mg devil's claw powder.

Abstract: A nutritional composition comprising fats and optionally carbohydrates, proteins and other food constituents, in which the fatty acids of the fats consist of:--55-95 wt. % n-3 polyunsaturated chain fatty acids caprylic acid and capric acid,--5-25 wt. % of the medium chain fatty acids stearidonic acid, eicosatetraenoic acid, eicosapeataenoic acid, docosapentaenoic acid and/or docosahexaenoic acid,--0-30 wt. % of other fatty acids,is suitable for treating increased plasma lipid levels in hypertriglyceridaemia or hyperchylomicronaemia.