Containing Or Obtained From Camellia (e.g., Tea, Including Green Or Black Tea, Etc.) Patents (Class 424/729)
  • Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1 Inhibitors And Methods Of Use Thereof To Modulate Lipid Metabolism
    Publication number: 20090011055
    Abstract: The invention relates to plasminogen activator-1 (PAI-1) inhibitor compounds and uses thereof in the treatment of any disease or condition associated with elevated PAI-1. The invention includes, but is not limited to, the use of such compounds to modulate lipid metabolism and treat conditions associated with elevated PAI-1, cholesterol, or lipid levels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2008
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Applicant: THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
    Inventors: Daniel A. Lawrence, Dudley Strickland, Jacqueline Cale, Enming J. Su, Cory Emal, Mark Warnock
  • Dietary Supplement For Promoting Removal Of Heavy Metals From The Body
    Publication number: 20090011048
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for removing or preventing the bio-accumulation of heavy metals in the body includes one or more chelators, precursors therefore, with at least one chelator capable of crossing the blood brain barrier to promote capture of a heavy metal ion from a site in the central nervous system, and a vascular system promoter for assisting in distributing the chelators within the body. The chelator then crosses back through the blood brain barrier with the entrained heavy metal ion. Preferably, one or more secondary chelators promotes binding any of the heavy metal released from the primary chelator and hold it for removal via an excretion pathway. In one embodiment, the supplement includes a cilantro extract to assist the body's' natural defense systems in removing mercury from the human body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2008
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Inventors: Henry D. COLEMAN, R. Neil SUDOL, William J. SAPONE
  • Green tea jewelry
    Publication number: 20090010978
    Abstract: A method for making green tea jewelry is provided. The jewelry may be worn as a transdermal source of green tea components used as an alternative to or in addition to ingestion of green tea liquid or solids. Also provided is a kit for providing green tea jewelry in a substantially water resistant and air-tight package. The kit may comprise additional articles such as informational inserts and scents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2008
    Publication date: January 8, 2009
    Applicant: SoutherLee Incorporated
    Inventor: David Matthew Jensen
  • Bioactive compositions form plants and processes for their production and use
    Patent number: 7473435
    Abstract: The present invention relates to isolated bioactive compositions containing bioactive fractions derived from Theacea plants. The present invention also relates to bioactive topical formulations containing the bioactive compositions. The present invention further relates to methods of using the bioactive compositions of the present invention, including, for example, methods for inhibiting inflammatory activity in skin tissue of a mammal, for protecting skin tissue of a mammal from ultraviolet light-induced damage, and for normalizing skin disorders in skin tissue of a mammal. The present invention also relates to methods for isolating bioactive fractions derived from cell juice or a cell walls component a Theacea plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2009
    Assignee: Integrated Botanical Technologies, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Koganov
  • RED YEAST RICE COMPOUND FOR CANCER CHEMOPREVENTION
    Publication number: 20090004290
    Abstract: The invention concerns a composition containing red yeast rice and other components, as a chemopreventative agent to reduce the risk of cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2007
    Publication date: January 1, 2009
    Inventor: Kirk G. Voelker
  • Methods for treating prostate cancer with herbal compositions
    Patent number: 7470440
    Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to methods for treating prostate cancer, comprising administration of a composition comprising therapeutically effective amounts of supercritical extracts of rosemary, turmeric, oregano and ginger; and therapeutically effective amounts of hydroalcoholic extracts of holy basil, ginger, turmeric, Scutellaria baicalensis, rosemary, green tea, huzhang, Chinese goldthread, and barberry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2008
    Assignee: New Chapter, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Newmark, Paul Schulick, Aaron Katz
  • Composistion Comprising Fremented tea Extract as the Main Component and Having Effect of Elevation Adiponectin Level
    Publication number: 20080317882
    Abstract: A composition capable of elevating blood adiponectin level and enlarging LDL particle size and thus lowering the concentration of small dense LDL in blood to thereby prevent diabetes and a heart disease such as a coronary artery disease or ameliorate the symptoms of these diseases, which originates in a natural material, shows a high safety without any side effect even in continuous intake over a long period of time, and is usable as a health food or drink. A composition comprising as the active ingredient a fermented tea extract which has an effect of elevating adiponectin level and an effect of enlarging LDL particle size.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2004
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventors: Kenei Shimada, Junichi Yoshikawa
  • Composition For Inhibiting Thrombosis
    Publication number: 20080317774
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for inhibiting thrombus formation, comprising a given plant component derived from amla, tea, hibiscus, cocklebur, gymnema, Hizikia fusiforme or carrageenan, which can be used for foodstuff, quasi-drugs, medicaments and feeds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2004
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Applicant: Taiyo Kagaku Co., Ltd
    Inventors: Noboru Sakaguchi, Hidetoshi Sugino, Tsutomu Okubo, Toshihiro Ito, Tomohiko Kihira, Seon-Joo Yoon, Theertham Pradyumna Rao, Htay Hlahla, Lekh Raj Juneja
  • Compositions and Methods to Counteract Oral Malodour
    Publication number: 20080311054
    Abstract: The invention relates to hedonistically pleasing oral malodour counteracting compositions including flavour compositions and oral care products, methods to form such compositions and methods to counteract oral malodour. The compositions comprises 2 or more of oral malodour counteracting actives of formula I in a total concentration of at least 10% (w/w) based on the total concentration of flavour ingredients, and an individual concentration of 1% or more per oral malodour counteractant, based on total flavour ingredients. The maximum concentration of any individual oral malodour counteracting active based on the total of oral malodour counteracting actives is 70%. The identified oral malodour counteracting actives are various flavour compounds and natural ingredients.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2006
    Publication date: December 18, 2008
    Applicant: GIVAUDAN SA
    Inventors: Andreas Natsch, Eduardo Moraes
  • Nutraceutical agent for attenuating the neurodegenerative process associated with Parkinson's disease
    Publication number: 20080292607
    Abstract: This invention describes a comprehensive nutraceutical designed to antagonize major mitigating factors to the degenerative process associated with Parkinson's disease. The formulation is comprised of a primary base of pyruvate, succinate and/or oxaloacetate, fruit extracts and anthocyanins, further combined with specific macro/micronutrients, trace elements, amino acids, flavonoids and concentrated plant sources. The nutraceutical contains substances that should attenuate the loss of ATP/toxicity by PD model toxins: 1-methyl-4-phenylpyridinium and rotenone, scavenge hydrogen peroxide/O2.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2008
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Inventors: Elizabeth Mazzio, Karam Soliman
  • Composition comprising licorice polyphenol
    Publication number: 20080286254
    Abstract: A composition containing a licorice polyphenol and other active ingredient (antioxidant ingredient, polyphenol other than licorice polyphenol or a component relating to lipid absorption or metabolism) is highly safe, can be produced easily, and can be utilized for foods and drinks such as health food, food with health claims (specified health food, food with nutrient function claims) and the like, pharmaceutical products, quasi-drugs, cosmetics and the like. In addition, since the composition has a body fat accumulation suppressing effect, a body fat decomposition promoting effect or energy production promoting effect, it is useful for the treatment of obesity, metabolic syndrome and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2008
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Applicant: Kaneka Corporation
    Inventors: Hirokazu Sakamoto, Yuji Tominaga, Shiro Kitamura, Shinichi Yokota
  • PHYTO-NUTRACEUTICAL SYNERGISTIC COMPOSITION FOR HYPERLIPEDEMIC CONDITION
    Publication number: 20080279882
    Abstract: A Phytoceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia—cholesterol and triglyceride disorder—is provided. A specific combination of extracts of plants and nutraceuticals is taught, as well as principles for varying the formulations based on categorizing plants and nutraceuticals into one of three groups, Energy, Bio-Intelligence, and Organization and selecting several plants and nutraceuticals from each group. Such combinations have synergistic effects, with minimal side effects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2006
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventor: JOSE ANGEL OLALDE RANGEL
  • Composition and method for inducing lipolysis and increasing the metabolism of free fatty acids
    Publication number: 20080279968
    Abstract: A nutritional supplement comprising at least a therapeutically effective amount of green tea extract and a therapeutically effective amount of ?-butyrobetaine is provided by the present invention. The ingredients of the present nutritional supplement act substantially simultaneously to induce lipolysis, resulting in free fatty acid release, and increase the catabolism of free fatty acids via the phosphorylation of perilipins. In an additional aspect of the present invention ?-butyrobetaine ethyl ester is added to the nutritional supplement to provide further synergistic or additional benefits. Both a composition and a method are provided by the present disclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2007
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Inventors: Marvin HEUER, Ken CLEMENT, Shan CHAUDHURI, Michele MOLINO, Phil APONG
  • Herbal Composition Weight Management
    Publication number: 20080268075
    Abstract: Herbal extracts composition suitable for weight management in mammals is disclosed. The composition comprises a mixture of Garcinia extract, Green tea extract, Green coffee extract and Banaba extract. The method of reducing weight, and treating diabetes in mammals involve oral administration of the composition. The invention further relates to a method of producing and standardizing the individual extract useful for human health.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 3, 2006
    Publication date: October 30, 2008
    Applicant: IOVATE T. & P. INC.
    Inventors: Philip Samuel, Fred Pescatore
  • Combined effects of nutrients on proliferation of stem cells
    Patent number: 7442394
    Abstract: A method and composition for stimulating the proliferation and differentiation of stem cells is used to self-repair injury in mammals. A supplement is administered having an effective dose of blueberry, carnosine, catechin, green tea extract, VITABLUE® blueberry extract, Vitamin D3 or combinations of these. For example, a therapeutic amount of two or more of the supplements may be selected having a synergistic effect, allowing a lower dose to achieve the same or greater effective protection as a higher dose of any one of the supplements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2008
    Assignee: University of South Florida
    Inventors: Cyndy Davis Sanberg, Paul Sanberg, Paula Bickford, R. Douglas Shytle, Jun Tan
  • Folate based composition for neurological and cognitive applications
    Publication number: 20080260868
    Abstract: New formulations for the prevention and treatment of neurological diseases and cognitive deficiencies, particularly Alzheimer's Disease comprise folate in combination with compounds chosen to address some or all of the pathways which can result in neurological deficiencies and diseases, namely inflammation, oxidative stress, glycation/dysinsulinemia, platelet function, homocysteine levels and acetylcholinesterase inhibition, that are important contributors to the development or progression of AD.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2008
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventor: Curt Hendrix
  • Composition for prevention and/or treatment of cancer
    Publication number: 20080260695
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for use in the prevention and treatment of cancer. The composition includes fermented soy extract, oligomeric proanthocyanidin, epigallocatiechin gallate, spirulina, curcumin and Antrodia camphorata. The composition of the invention effectively prevents the growth of cancer cells, especially colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, cervical cancer, and liver cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2007
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventor: Kung-Ming Lu
  • Water Dispersible Composition and Method for Preparing Same
    Publication number: 20080254153
    Abstract: The invention pertains to a water dispersible, preferably a powder composition of water extractible bioactive components of exclusively fruit or vegetable or plant origin. These components are obtainable by: a) subjecting a selected fruit or vegetable or plant material to homogenisation in weak alkaline conditions and at moderate temperature; b) separating the liquid extract from the homogenised mass and subsequently bringing it to neutrality; and c) eventually concentrating or drying, preferably by freeze drying, the neutralized liquid extract. The composition can be used as primary composition in the preparation of a food product for oral administration, a food supplement, a pet food product, a pet food supplement, a cosmetic preparation or a pharmaceutical preparation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2006
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Inventors: Junkuan Wang, Raymond Bertholet, Pierre Ducret
  • Beverage health formulations
    Publication number: 20080254144
    Abstract: Dietary supplement formulations are described that provide benefits of soluble fiber accompanied by excellent taste with many different health benefit combinations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2007
    Publication date: October 16, 2008
    Inventor: Shahram A. Banayan
  • Methods for treating oral cancers with herbal compositions
    Publication number: 20080233218
    Abstract: The inventive subject matter relates to methods for treating oral cancers, comprising administration of a composition comprising therapeutically effective amounts of supercritical extracts of rosemary, turmeric, oregano and ginger; and therapeutically effective amounts of hydroalcoholic extracts of holy basil, ginger, turmeric, Scutellaria baicalensis, rosemary, green tea, huzhang, Chinese goldthread, and barberry. The inventive subject matter further relates to methods for modulating gene expression of genes selected from the group consisting of interleukin-1?, interleukin-1?, heme oxygenase 1, aldo-keto reductase family 1, member C2, colony stimulating factor 3, leukemia inhibitory factor, heat shock 70 kDa protein, and combinations thereof, by administration of an effective amount of said compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2007
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventors: Thomas Newmark, Robert Newman, Peiying Yang, Paul Schulick
  • Compositions and methods to effect enhanced photoprotection against UV A and UV B induced damage of human skin
    Publication number: 20080226571
    Abstract: A composition based on labdane-diterpenoids that provides better photo protection against both UV A and UV B radiations in the HaCaT human keratinocyte cell lines is disclosed. The composition comprises 8,13-epoxy-1?,6?,7?,9?-tetrahydroxylabd-14-en-11-one alone and in combination with 6?-acetoxy-8,13-epoxy-1?,7?,9?-trihydroxylabd-14-en-11-one and/or 7?-acetoxy-8,13-epoxy-1?,6?,9?-trihydroxylabd-14-en-11-one. The composition protects the cells of the skin from harmful UV A and UV B rays through synergistic mechanisms with utility as a safe long-term cosmetic solution for preventing UV-induced skin damage and to induce sunless tanning. Additionally, the composition enhances melanogenesis in B16F1 mouse melanoma cells acting as tanning inducers/accelerators both in the presence or absence of sunlight. Elevation of melanogenesis confers additional protection against UV-induced skin damage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventor: Muhammed Majeed
  • Odourless garlic supplement comprising an enteric coating and a deodorising layer
    Patent number: 7425342
    Abstract: A garlic supplement comprising: (a) one or more cores comprising garlic; (b) an enteric coating encasing the core(s) which is insoluble at pH less than about 5 but soluble at a pH greater than about 5; and (c) a deodorizer applied external of the core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2008
    Inventor: David Kannar
  • Composition Containing Micronutrients With Improved Anti-Oxidant Activity And The Use Thereof
    Publication number: 20080219963
    Abstract: Compositions in fine powder form that can be obtained by means of a dry co-grinding process of an at least ternary mixture consisting of an active substance, a carrier and at least one auxiliary co-grinding substance, wherein the active substance is constituted by one or more micronutrient substances with particular antioxidant activity. Such compositions have shown a significant increase in active substance antioxidant power in comparison to solutions of equal active substance content. Said effect is particularly useful for uses for active substances included in antioxidant compositions in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic and dietary-nutritional fields.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2006
    Publication date: September 11, 2008
    Applicant: ACTIMEX S.R.L. AREA Science Park
    Inventors: Corvi Mora Paolo, Tiziana Canal, Federica Ruzzier, Fulvio Fortuna
  • Compositions and methods for enhancing cognitive function
    Publication number: 20080213406
    Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for promoting general health and well-being, comprising an extract of a botanical raw material, wherein said extract inhibits the carboxyl demethylating activity of a protein phosphatase, and methods of making and using same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2007
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Applicant: SIGNUM BIOSCIENCES, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffry Stock, Maxwell Stock, Haoming Gu, Gregory Stock, Zhu Li, Peter Wolanin
  • Personal care composition
    Publication number: 20080206169
    Abstract: Personal care composition comprising at least one skin care active selected from the group consisting of acetyl glutamic acid, acetyl glutamine, acetyl methionine, acetyl tributyl citrate, acetyl triethyl citrate, acetyl tyrosine, adipic acid, alanine, arginine, arginine glutamate, benzophenone-3, camphor, gluconolactone, glucose, glycine, histidine hydrochloride, hydroxyproline, maltitol, phenylalanine, succinic acid, buffered lactic acid, tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, a boswellic acid compound, and salts, isomers, derivatives, and mixtures of any of the foregoing; and a dermatologically acceptable carrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2007
    Publication date: August 28, 2008
    Inventors: Cheri Lynn Millikin, Donald Lynn Bissett
  • Personal Care Composition Comprising Botanical Extract
    Publication number: 20080206373
    Abstract: Personal care composition comprising at least one extract selected from the group consisting of extracts of Terminalia bellerica, Butea monosperma, Mallotus philippinensis, Anogeissus latifolia, Innula racemosa, Ficus benghalensis, Nerium indicum, Psoralea corylifolia, Acacia catechu, Abies pindrow, Cedrus deodara, Emblica officinalis, Moringa oleifera, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and mixtures thereof, and a dermatologically acceptable carrier. Additionally or alternatively, the composition may comprise 2-hexyldecanol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2008
    Publication date: August 28, 2008
    Inventors: Cheri Lynn Millikin, Laura Jackson Goodman, Donald Lynn Bissett, Larry Richard Robinson, Rosemarie Osborne
  • Cosmetic Product
    Publication number: 20080202967
    Abstract: This invention relates to a treatment pad which may be used in cosmetic treatment and which produces soothing, relaxing, calming and similar effects in persons. The treatment pad comprises 0.1 to 90% weight (% wt) of a hydrophilic polymer selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyethylene glycol (EG), polyacrylamide (PAAm), polyacrylic acid (PAAc), polyhydroxyethyl methacrylate (PHEMA) and polyethylene oxide (PEO); 0.01 to 0.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2006
    Publication date: August 28, 2008
    Inventor: Kerryne Krause-Neufeldt
  • COSMETIC COMBINATION PRODUCT FOR IMPROVING APPEARANCE
    Publication number: 20080206290
    Abstract: A cosmetic combination product, wherein the product comprises at least two components selected from (a) one or more dietary supplements, (b) one or more cosmetic preparations for topical application to human skin, and (c) one or more patches for adhesion to human skin. Each of the selected components (a) to (c) comprises at least one cosmetically active substance which is also comprised in the other selected component(s). This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 15, 2007
    Publication date: August 28, 2008
    Applicant: BEIERSDORF AG
    Inventors: Jens SCHULZ, Rainer Kroepke, Andreas Schepky, Julia Eckert, Urte Koop, Sabine Faenger
  • Anti-Aids Drug
    Publication number: 20080199488
    Abstract: An anti-AIDS agent which comprises, as the active ingredients, one or more components selected from the group consisting of Melastoma villosum Lodd., Dipterocarpus obtusifolius Teijsm ex Miq., Lyophyllum aggregatum, Dictyophora indusiata, pu-erh tea, mentha and stevia. Since the foods having been confirmed as safe in practice are employed, this agent is completely safe to take over a long time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2005
    Publication date: August 21, 2008
    Inventor: Michio Tani
  • Anti-resorptive and bone building dietary supplements and methods of use
    Publication number: 20080199546
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are dietary supplement compositions and methods for increasing or stimulating bone growth and, decreasing or preventing bone resorption comprising a first composition comprising a combination of at least two of: quercetin, Rehmannia sp., Rehmannia sp. root, Siberian ginseng, Sophora japonica, licorice, and ipriflavone, wherein the combination of the first composition increases BMP-2 gene expression, promoter activity, or protein expression; and a second composition comprising an extract of pomegranate in combination with at least one of Siberian ginseng, Ginkgo biloba, green tea, Sophora japonica, Rehmannia sp., grape seed, Dong Quai, and ipriflavone, wherein the combination of the second composition inhibits the expression of RANK-L.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2007
    Publication date: August 21, 2008
    Inventors: David W. Krempin, Mary A. Murray, Yumei Lin, Kevin W. Gellenbeck, Silvia R. da Costa, Leon M. Wilkins, Haeri Roh-Schmidt, Jatinder Rana, John F. Rebhun, David J. Fast, Laurie Krempin
  • Composite for the Improvement of the Smell of the Armpit
    Publication number: 20080193570
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising ethanol, polyol, salicylic acid, triclosan, allantoin, licorice acid or its di-alkali metallic salt, dl-camphor, houttynia cordata extract, green tea extract, and aloe extract as main ingredients and water and perfume essence as auxiliary ingredients. The present composition has excellent elimination effect of offensive odors caused by sweat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 16, 2004
    Publication date: August 14, 2008
    Applicant: AJOU MEDICS CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Sung-Nack Lee
  • Regulation of Mammalian Hair Growth
    Publication number: 20080188505
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a topical skin care composition containing a safe and effective amount of a skin care active comprising agmatine, and its salt; a safe and effective amount of a first additional skin care active selected from the group consisting of BHT or BHA, hexamidine, cetyl pyridinium chloride, green tea catechins, phytosterols, ursolic acid, compounds derived from plant extracts, their salts and derivatives; and a dermatologically acceptable carrier for the agmatine composition. The present invention also relates to methods of using such agmatine compositions to regulate hair growth and the condition of mammalian skin. Said methods generally comprise the step of topically applying the composition to the skin of a mammal needing such treatment, a safe and effective amount of such compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventors: John Erich Oblong, Sara Johnson McPhail, Shannon Christine McArthur, Charles Carson Bascom, David Joseph Eickhoff, John McMillan McIver
  • ANTIOBESITY COMPOSITION
    Publication number: 20080187606
    Abstract: The present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa as an active ingredient, use of Melissa extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition. Also, the present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa and extract of Mori Folium as active ingredients, use of a mixture of Melissa extract and Mori Folium extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition. Further, the present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa, extract of Artemisia and extract of Mori Folium as active ingredients, use of a mixture of Melissa extract, Artemisia extract and Mori Folium extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2008
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventors: Min-Young KIM, Hee-Suk Lee, Joon-Sik Kim, Jong-Cheon Hahm
  • Hair treatment lotion
    Patent number: 7404947
    Abstract: The invention provides a hair treatment lotion of green tea, gentian, and geranium in aqueous solution, and methods for using this lotion to prevent or treat hair loss.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2008
    Inventor: Maria Grazia Canalini
  • Compositions for Juice-Based Moisturizers
    Publication number: 20080171031
    Abstract: The disclosure herein is directed to organic skin-based products that comprise an excess of 70% organic ingredients. The skin care products described herein are composed of a plurality of organic juices and other organic materials.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2007
    Publication date: July 17, 2008
    Applicant: JUICE BEAUTY
    Inventors: Melissa Jochim, Karen Behnke
  • Diet supplement for burning additional calories, providing sustained energy, supporting weight loss, and/or improving mental focus
    Publication number: 20080166434
    Abstract: A diet supplement comprising at least Green Tea Extract and Oolong Tea Extract may be in a time-release mechanism for sustained all-day energy, burning of calories, supporting weight loss, and improving mental focus. A method for providing sustained all-day energy, burning of calories, weight loss support, and improved mental focus by consumption of the diet supplement is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2008
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Inventor: Marvin A. Heuer
  • Anti-microbial compositions and methods of using same
    Patent number: 7396546
    Abstract: An anti-microbial composition is provided. The anti-microbial composition includes a first ingredient obtainable from ginger, a second ingredient obtainable from green tea, an optional third ingredient available from turmeric, and, optionally, an acceptable carrier. Also provided are methods of reducing, treating or preventing at least one symptom or adverse effect of microbial infection in a patient. The methods include the step of administering to the patient prior to expected exposure to a microbe, concurrently with exposure to a microbe, or after exposure to a microbe, an effective amount of a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Assignee: The Quigley Corporation
    Inventor: Richard A. Rosenbloom
  • Composition of Skin External Application Containing Rose Extract and Epigallocatechin Gallate(Egcg)
    Publication number: 20080160114
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition of skin external application comprising rose extracts and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) as effective ingredients, more particularly to a composition of skin external application that contains rose extracts and EGCG, thereby promoting the synthesis of collagen fiber to promote superior skin elasticity and skin wrinkle improvement with long-lasting effect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2005
    Publication date: July 3, 2008
    Inventors: Hwa Jun Lee, Jun Cheol Cho, Sang Hoon Han
  • Compositions and methods for increasing adipose metabolism, lipolysis or lipolytic metabolism via thermogenesis
    Publication number: 20080152732
    Abstract: A composition and method for promoting weight loss through the mutual and simultaneously to promotion lipolysis, the expenditure of energy stored in the body as fat, the inhibition of lipolysis as well as affording the body of an individual protection from reactive oxygen species resulting from the ?-oxidation of fats. The composition comprises at least a lipolytic substance, a thermogenic substance, a substance to inhibit the reformation of triglycerides in the bodily tissues of an individual and an antioxidant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventors: Marvin A. Heuer, Ken Clement
  • Low viscosity liquid dosage forms
    Publication number: 20080152585
    Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid dosage forms of nanoparticulate active agents having very low viscosities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventors: Tuula Ryde, Niels Ryde, H. William Bosch, John D. Pruitt, Christian F. Wertz
  • Herbal composition for treatment and maintenance of hormone dependent conditions, osteoporosis, circulatory conditions, and for use as an immunostimulant
    Patent number: 7390514
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical or medicinal preparation comprising a mixture of herbs including Glycine max, Coleus forskohlii, Camellia sinensis, Allium sativum, Withania somnifera, Boerhavia diffusa, and Curcuma longa, or a mixture of the active ingredients that have been extracted from those herbs. The herbal formulations of the present invention are effective for the treatment of hormone dependent conditions and circulatory conditions in the human body, and to stimulate the immune system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Assignee: Sahajanand Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
    Inventor: Nandkishor Bapurao Managoli
  • Food supplement formulation
    Patent number: 7390513
    Abstract: A food supplement formulation comprises theobromine, L-phenylalanine, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, cayenne pepper, and green tea.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2008
    Assignee: D & E Pharmaceuticals
    Inventors: Eric J. Organ, Denise L. Organ
  • Methods And Compositions For Reducing L-Pipecolic Acid Effects in Animals
    Publication number: 20080145457
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reducing L-pipecolic acid concentrations and/or effects in animals. In an embodiment, the invention includes a method of reducing plasma concentrations of L-pipecolic acid in animals including administering an effective amount of a composition including saponins. In an embodiment, the invention includes a method of reducing anorectic effects of L-pipecolic acid in animals including administering an effective amount of a composition including saponins. Other embodiments are also included herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2007
    Publication date: June 19, 2008
    Inventors: Clayton V. McNeff, Larry C. McNeff
  • Topical composition comprising feverfew
    Patent number: 7387807
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method of treating and preventing inflammatory disorders and related conditions using an extract of feverfew. Particularly, the invention includes a method of treating and preventing inflammatory disorders and related conditions which comprises applying a topical composition comprising an effective amount of an extract of feverfew to a patient and a method of treating and preventing inflammatory disorders and related conditions of the skin by applying a topical composition containing an effective amount of an extract of feverfew to a patient. In addition, the invention includes a method of treating and preventing inflammatory disorders and related conditions by applying a topical composition containing an effective amount of an extract of feverfew to a patient where said extract is substantially free of ?-unsaturated ?-lactone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer France, SAS, Roc Division
    Inventors: Theresa Callaghan, Thierry Oddos, Gerard Gendimenico, Katharine Martin
  • COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR SUPPORTING THERMOGENESIS AND LIPID OXIDATION
    Publication number: 20080138449
    Abstract: A nutritional composition and method is provided for promoting weight loss or weight maintenance in an individual by supporting and enhancing thermogenesis and lipid oxidation comprising therapeutically effective amounts of yohimbine or derivatives thereof, an effective amount of Evodia rutaecarpia extract and a source of an effective amount of L-carnitine or derivatives thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2007
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Applicant: H3 FORMULATIONS LTD.
    Inventors: Marvin A. Heuer, Shan Chaudhuri, Ken Clement
  • Preparation of compositions to alleviate inflammation and oxidative stress in a mammal
    Patent number: 7384655
    Abstract: An antioxidant-promoting composition that increases antioxidant defense potential in a subject is disclosed comprising Bacopa monniera extract; milk thistle extract, ashwagandha powder, green tea extract, Gotu kola powder, Ginko biloba leaf extract; Aloe vera powder; turmeric extract; and N-acetyl cysteine. The antioxidant-promoting composition of the invention safely induces cellular antioxidant potential to achieve an overall net decrease in oxidative stress without the undesirable side-effects associated with the individual components of the antioxidant-promoting composition. Also disclosed is a method for reducing the undesirable side-effects of free radicals in a subject by administering to a subject in need of such antioxidants an effective amount of antioxidant-promoting composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2008
    Assignee: Lifeline Nutraceuticals Corporation
    Inventors: Paul R. Myhill, William J. Driscoll
  • Spray Mixture For Soothing A Cow Udder
    Publication number: 20080124406
    Abstract: An udder soothing mixture preferably includes water, peppermint oil, menthol, tea tree oil, an emulsifying agent and a carrier. The peppermint oil, menthol and tea tree oil are organic active ingredients. The emulsifying agent is preferably Simulgel, but other emulsifying agents may also be used. The carrier is preferably Glycerin USP, but other carriers may also be used. The peppermint oil, menthol, tea tree oil and Glycerin USP are mixed together. The Glycerin USP absorbs the peppermint oil, menthol and tea tree oil. The Glycerin USP mixture is combined with Simulgel. Water is then added to the Simulgel mixture. The udder soothing mixture may be sprayed by a manual or automated sprayer. It is preferable to add coloring to udder soothing mixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2007
    Publication date: May 29, 2008
    Inventor: Mart M. Prost
  • DIETARY SUPPLEMENT AND A METHOD TO ENHANCE SLEEP AND LUCID DREAMING
    Publication number: 20080107754
    Abstract: A nutritional supplement for enhancing sleep and lucid dreaming in humans. It contains a combination of ingredients in proportions calculated to enhance lucid dreaming. The primary ingredients are Calea zacatechichi, L-5-Hydroxytryptophan (L-5-HTP), and Vinpocetine. In addition, the nutritional supplement may include the secondary ingredient Melatonin and the tertiary ingredients Wild Lettuce Extract, Mugwort Extract, Dimethylaminoethanol Powder (DMAE), Passionflower Extract and Green Tea Extract. Further, various Vitamins may be added such as certain B vitamins, D and C, as well as Zinc, Magnesium and Calcium. The selection and amounts of the ingredients of the nutritional supplement promotes sleep and lucid dreaming in people who have taken the nutritional supplement prior to going to sleep.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2007
    Publication date: May 8, 2008
    Inventor: Jeff Luciano
  • Topical Compositions Containing Phosphorylated Polyphenols
    Publication number: 20080095866
    Abstract: The present invention provides topical compositions containing phosphorylated polyphenols in combination with a topically acceptable carrier. The compositions of the invention provide a means for delayed delivery of the polyphenol to keratinous tissues, such as skin, hair and nails, with enzymes of the keratinous tissue dephosphorylating the polyphenol, and returning it to its native active form. The compositions are particularly useful in the regulation of skin conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2004
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Applicants: AJINOMOTO OMNICHEM S.A., ESTEE LAUDER COORDINATION CENTER N.V.
    Inventors: Lieve Declercq, Hugo Corstjens, Daniel Maes, Willy Van Brussel, Geert Schelkens
  • HYDROXYCITRIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FROM GARCINIA CAMBOGIA AND HIBISCUS SP., METHODS OF MAKING, AND THERAPEUTIC USES OF SAME
    Publication number: 20080095867
    Abstract: Herbal compositions that comprise one or more of extracts of hydroxycitric acid, (?) HCA and (+) HCA, from Garcinia cambogia and Hibiscus sabdariffa, and anthocyanins from Hibiscus sabdariffa; all constituent extracts at independently controlled concentrations which optionally include second therapeutic agents and pharmaceutically acceptable additives. Processes for the preparation of these herbal compositions, such processes including steps of extracting hydroxycitric acids and anthocyanins from Garcinia and Hibiscus species, reacting the hydroxycitric acid with IA and IIA group metals of periodic table, isolating the metal salt of hydroxycitric acid and drying and optionally mixing anthocyanins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Applicant: RENAISSANCE HERBS, INC.
    Inventor: Scott Alexander Moffett