Abstract: Disclosed are dietary supplements comprising a combination of a spice, a partially purified phytochemical, and a fully purified phytochemical that synergistically downregulates inflammation and promotes wellness, good health, and fitness in a mammal. Methods of identifying and making such supplements are likewise provided. The method of identifying comprises contacting mammalian cells, in vitro or in vivo, with the combination, assaying to detect a change in the level of a biomarker that is correlated with downregulation of an inflammatory response of the cells, and identifying a phytochemical composition comprising a combination of spices that synergistically changes the level of the biomarker. Exemplary supplements include a combination of spices selected from (a) turmeric and ginger, (b) turmeric and capsicum, and (c) paprika and nutmeg.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a non-toxic, long-lasting tire dressing with pet repellent qualities which enhances the appearance of a vehicle's tires while deterring animals from urinating on the tires. The present invention relates to a new pet repellent tire dressing includes silicone, a solvent, citronella oil, cinnamon oil, and piper nigrum oil. In one embodiment, the citronella oil ranges from about 0.1% to 4% by weight, the cinnamon oil ranges from about 0.04% to 1.6% of the solution by weight, the piper nigrum oil ranges from about 0.01% to 0.4% of the solution, by weight, a solvent and silicone. In one embodiment, the pet repellent tire dressing also includes a dye up to the amount of 0.02% by weight.

Abstract: Methods, compositions, and strategies for the treatment of malignant neoplasms are presented herein. The treatment modalities are directed towards exploiting characteristics of cancer cells as well as correcting defective biochemical pathways and systems in the body.

Abstract: The field of invention relates to Vitamin C compositions, and in particular to Vitamin C compositions containing ascorbate-glucose transport enhancers. In at least one aspect, a composition is provided herein that includes ascorbate in an amount from about 0.1% by weight of actives to about 99.9% by weight of actives, and at least one ascorbate-glucose transport enhancer in an amount from about 0.01% by weight of actives to about 99.0% by weight of actives. In other aspects, methods of improving the transport of ascorbate into cells and tissues, and improving the ascorbate or antioxidant status of a person, are provided that include providing a composition comprising ascorbate and at least one ascorbate-glucose transport enhancer.

Abstract: Disclosed are a starting material, and a manufacturing method therefor, which starting material contains a lipophilic component with flavors or odors typical of pungent components, such as capsaicin, and bitter components, such as turmeric extract, and which is able to effectively suppress the taste and/or odor of the lipophilic component, while also not causing the ingredients to separate. Also disclosed is a composition for food and drink, cosmetics, and medicine, etc., to which this starting material is added. Further disclosed is a liquid composition in a form in which said starting material is dispersed in water. Provided is a complex that contains a lipophilic component, a substance (A) selected from a group comprising plant sterols, ?-oryzanol, isoflavone, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, and combinations thereof, and cyclodextrin. Also provided is a composition to which the complex has been added.

Abstract: An organic agent for controlling weeds (a so-called herbicide) primarily includes ingredients which are used for human nutrition and the individual components are harmless to nature (including animals and people). These ingredients include extract of garlic, cayenne pepper, nettles and sugar in the form of dextrose. Thorough tests have documented that the new organic herbicide has the same efficiency or is better than one of the hitherto most-used chemical herbicides.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hydrolyzate from at least one extract of at least one plant material selected from the group consisting of at least one genus: Equiseti, Juglandis, Millefolii, Quercus, Taraxaci, Althaeae, Matricariae, Centaurium, Levisticum, Rosmarinus, Angelica(e), Artemisia, Astragalus, Leonurus, Salvia, Saposhnikovia, Scutellaria, Siegesbeckia, Armoracia, Capsicum, Cistus, Echinacea, Echinacea, Galphimia, Hedera, Melia, Olea, Pelargonium, Phytolacca, Primula, Salix, Thymus, Vitex, and Vitis; and to a mixture thereof and to a method of production and the use thereof. The invention further relates to an agent and drug obtainable on the basis of the hydrolyzate.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cosmetic composition containing, as an active ingredient, a mixture of extracts of honey-roasted Adenophora triphylla var. japonica Hara and honey-roasted Angelica tenuissima Nakai, processed using a medicinal herb processing technique, and of extracts of medicinal herbs such as Lycium chinense Mill or Paeonia suffruticosa, and thus shows excellent antioxidant and skin-moisturizing effects.

Abstract: A repellant composition for ground rooting animals is disclosed that includes a limestone carrier of capsicum powder and a limestone sorbent for castor oil that each has a limestone coating bound to them by a binding agent. The limestone sorbent is porous and provides a long-sustained release of repellant elements from the composition, while providing a composition that is dry to the touch. The repellant composition is spread on the ground, drenched to work it into the ground and then allowed to dry. The composition maintains effectiveness for several months while being beneficial to soil.

Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetics and medicine and can be used for skin care or in form of a warming balsam. The present oily balsam represents a homogenous system and comprises a complex of the following oils, emollients and extracts: Macadamia oil, Bosvellia serrata extract (olibanum), isopropyl myristate, vegetable oil, oil extract of red hot pepper standardized for capsaicin (10%), polyethylsiloxane (PES-4), lecithin and a flavouring agent at a certain ratio of the components. The balsam has a more pronounced prolonged warming, anaesthetic, anti-inflammatory and regeneration action and has pleasant organoleptic properties and texture.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions comprising a polymer base incorporating antifouling compositions suitable for use in aquaculture, marine and architectural systems as paints, structures or coatings. In particular, the present invention relates to a polymer based coating incorporating a biocidal antifouling composition suitable for use with aquaculture equipment. The present invention provides polyethylene compositions and latex compounds which may comprise at least one environmentally benign phytochemicals suitable for use in preventing the colonization of a treated surface by a variety of biological species. The compositions of the invention may further comprise control release agents such as, for example, micro-encapsulation of the phytochemicals to maintain sustained and prolonged release of the biocidal agents at the treated surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a beverage containing bamboo extract as a main ingredient, for details, a beverage containing bamboo extract as the main ingredient, which is useful for amelioration of diabetes, cancer, life-style related diseases or the like. A beverage characterized in containing, as the main ingredient, bamboo extract obtained through the process comprising the steps by immersing bamboo in water and extracting the bamboo extract with heating the water to 95° C. or higher and maintaining the temperature for a period of 2 hr 45 min to 3 hr 15 min.

Abstract: Compositions comprising at least one ingredient that stimulates, enhances, or increases CGRP expression, and a physiologically- or cosmetically-acceptable vehicle. The ingredient may be a compound, natural ingredient, such as a plant or fungus, derivatives, analogs, mimetics, synthetics and the like that stimulates CGRP expression. The CGRP plant includes plants, plant materials, plant extracts, synthetics, or combinations thereof that stimulate CGRP expression. The disclosure is also directed to methods of using the CGRP compositions for decreasing, reducing, or inhibiting fine lines or wrinkled skin.

Abstract: An animal repellent composition is disclosed that comprises a carrier base and a repellent material. The carrier base and the repellent material are mixed together in a resulting formulation that is used to provide a natural means of deterring unwanted pests and animals from the area in which the composition is used. The composition may also be used as an animal attractant depending on the formulation of the mixed materials. The formulation of the composition can be varied to produce mixtures with different consistencies and properties.

Abstract: A composition for oral administration containing capsaicinoids associated with a formulation base acceptable for oral administration, the formulation base comprising an oil and an additive solid or pasty at room temperature which represents 5 to 20 wt. %, preferably 8 to 15 wt. % of the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel liquid animal repellant composition which is environmentally safe, non-toxic, long-lasting and efficacious against a wide of animals such as dogs, cats, raccoons, skunks, mice, rats, squirrels, chipmunks, deer, etc.

Abstract: A composition for reducing the weight of a human. The composition is provided in the form of a capsule comprising an effective amount of capsaicin and/or analogs thereof, L-tyrosine, supplemental caffeine and/or and analogs thereof, green tea extract containing catechin and caffeine, and embodiments which include calcium. The invention is also directed toward methods for reducing and maintaining weight of a human using the composition.

Abstract: The application of L-arginine and its derivatives to the skin causes beneficial effects of wound healing, increasing erectile function and increased growth of hair when applied in sufficient quantity to the skin. A hostile biophysical agent may be combined with the L-arginine to increase its absorption into the skin. The desired concentrations of the hostile biophysical agent is increased when concentration of L-arginine is less than 20% of the concentration of the substance applied to maximize its effect.

Abstract: A medicinal composition comprising herbal extracts of herbaceous botanicals that can help provide relief of various ailments. The medicinal composition can comprise a topical analgesic with therapeutic benefits for use in humans, equine, bovine, canine, feline, porcine, or other animals or birds for treatment, healing or relieving symptoms resulting from injured ligaments, tendons, muscles, bones, hematomas, nerves, or sports injuries or for epidermal or dermal treatment or relief of conditions or symptoms caused by arthritis, neuralgia, or pain. The herbaceous botanicals of the preferred herbal extracts of herbaceous botanicals in this application can include: Bellis Perennis (Daisy), Ruta Graveolens (Rue), Comfrey, Elder, Hops, Echinacea, Hypericum Perforatum (St. John's Wart), Aloe Vera, Mistletoe, Rhus toxicodendron (Poison Ivy), Eucalyptus, Commiphora myrrha, Goldenseal, and Cayenne.

Abstract: The herbal women's health formula includes a large variety of herbs that are useful in substantially reducing, if not altogether eliminating, a wide range of symptoms specifically related to women.

Abstract: Oils of capsaicinoids and methods of making and using them are described. In some variations, the oils of capsaicinoids comprise at least 40% w/w capsaicinoid and a solvent capable of solubilizing the capsaicinoid, wherein the oil of capsaicinoid is substantially free of capsaicinoid crystals or capsaicinoid precipitates. In other variations, the oils of capsaicinoids consist essentially of at least 40% w/w capsaicinoid and a solvent capable of solubilizing the capsaicinoid. The solvent may be a semi-volatile solvent, a non-volatile solvent, or a volatile solvent, and the oil may comprise at least 50% w/w capsaicinoid, 60% w/w capsaicinoid, 70% w/w capsaicinoid, 80% w/w capsaicinoid, 90% w/w capsaicinoid, or 95% w/w capsaicinoid. The oil of capsaicinoid may also include a crystallization inhibitor.

Abstract: There are provided various compounds and compositions comprising polyunsaturated fatty acid monoglycerides and derivatives thereof. These compounds and compositions can be useful as cancer chemopreventive agents. They can also be useful for enhancing solubility of various active agents and enhancing their bioavailability.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a herbal formulation with highly potent wound healing properties, in humans and animals. The composition consists of aqueous extracts of Azadirachta indica, in a mixture of natural oils along with herbs viz. Berberis aristata, Curcuma longa, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Jasminum officinale, Picrorhiza kurrooa, Pongamia pinnata, Rubia folia, Saussurea lappa, Terminalia chebula, Trichosanthes dioica, Capsicum and Stellata wild in well-defined ratios. The invention also includes a process for preparing the formulation by extracting the water-soluble components from bark of Azadirachta indica.

Abstract: A process for the treatment of skin cancer which includes topically applying to an affected area of a human patient in need of such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of a capsicum extract. The capsicum extract comprises a fresh raw Capsicum fruit and a carrier. In one preferred embodiment, the Capsicum fruit is a pepper such as a habanero chili pepper and the carrier is alcohol, corn oil, lanolin or vegetable oil.

Abstract: A method for killing fungus and preventing destruction of agricultural crops and other vegetation by fungal infections consisting of contacting the crop with an aqueous formulation containing capsicum. The method comprises spraying the vegetation and with the aqueous formulation containing capsicum, to vegetation or other agricultural products to treat and prevent destruction by fungal infection.

Abstract: Disclosed are a concentrated beverage composition for hair health care, a method of manufacturing the concentrated beverage composition, and a natural tea comprising the same. The concentrated beverage composition for hair health care comprises 100 parts by weight of water, 10 to 20 parts by weight of Pleuropterus multiflorus extract, 5 to 20 parts by weight of Sophora flavescens extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of black bean extract, 5 to 10 parts by weight of African black sesame extract; 1 to 10 parts by weight of pomegranate extract; 5 to 10 parts by weight of Oenothera odorata seeds extract; and 5 to 10 parts by weight of Sophora japonica extract.

Abstract: Capsinoids of formula (3) may be conveniently prepared in a high yield, in a short time, without using a dehydrating agent by esterification of a fatty acid of formula (1) with a hydroxymethylphenol of formula (2) using an enzyme without a solvent or in a low-polar solvent. Addition of a fatty acid represented by formula (4) is effective for stabilizing the ester compound of formula (3). wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the topical or transdermal treatment of neuropathy. More particularly, transdermal or topical compositions including a combination of ingredients that provide a surprising degree of effective relief from the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and methods for administering the compositions to treat various neuropathies.

Abstract: The invention relates to cosmetics and medicine and can be used for skin care or in form of a warming balsam. The present oily balsam represents a homogenous system and comprises a complex of the following oils, emollients and extracts: Macadamia oil, Bosvellia serrate extract (olibanum), isopropyl myristate, vegetable oil, oil extract of red hot pepper standardised for capsaicin (10%), polyethylsiloxane (PES-4), lecitine and a flavouring agent at a certain ratio of the components. The balsam has a more pronounced prolonged warming, anaesthetic, anti-inflammatory and regeneration action and has pleasant organoleptic properties and texture.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising a vanilloid and tea catechins in amounts and proportions which combat virus infections in a human or animal. The vanilloid can be provided in the form of a dried pepper preparation and the tea catechins can be provided in the form of a green tea extract (or concentrate). These active ingredients can be provided separately or in combination. The administration of a such nutritional or other composition, desirably oral administration (in an amount effect) results in reduced virus infection or ameliorated symptoms of virus infection in a human or an animal in need of such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a powder superior in water-dispersibility/solubility, workability and tabletability, which contains an oil component containing a bioactive substance, a water-soluble polymer, a saccharide other than polysaccharides and a surfactant, at a particular ratio. The powder can be utilized for food, food with nutrient function claims, food for specified health uses, nutritional supplement, nutritional product, animal drug, drinks, feed, pharmaceutical product, quasi-drug, cosmetic and the like.

Abstract: A Phyto-nutraceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of hypertensive disorders is provided. A specific combination of extracts of plants and nutraceuticals is provided, based on categorizing plants and nutraceuticals into one of three groups, Energy, Bio-Intelligence, and Organization. Such combinations have synergistic effects, with minimal side effect.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for relieving pain at a site in a human or animal in need thereof by administering at a discrete site in a human or animal in need thereof a dose of capsaicin in an amount effective to denervate a discrete site without eliciting an effect outside the discrete location, the dose of capsaicin ranging from 1 ?g to 3000 ?g.

Abstract: Methods, systems and formulations for normalizing and improving human body chemistry and the body's natural ability to heal itself.

Abstract: Problem to be Solved To provide a technique for allowing pulverization and water-solubilization of capsinoids while maintaining their stability. Solution Providing a composition comprising a capsinoid compound and cyclodextrin.

Abstract: A Phytoceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of arthritis 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.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel compositions and methods of use by which the compositions of this invention are applied topically to one or more body parts of at least two individuals who bring said body parts into contact with the other individual and, when said body parts come into contact with each other, permit the formulations to interact and thereby achieve an unexpected sensation to each individual.

Abstract: This invention provides a vasoprotective agent containing a plant or its extract as an effective ingredient. The plant is selected from the group consisting of rosemary, sage, geranium herb, adlai, field horsetail, bitter orange peel, fucus, burdock, dokudami, Japan pepper, Ophiopogon tuber, ginkgo, natsume and dishcloth gourd.

Abstract: A food supplement formulation comprises theobromine, L-phenylalanine, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, cayenne pepper, and green tea.

Abstract: Methods for increasing energy in men and women include ingesting internally, twice a day, products that include, for women, multivitamins, multiminerals, high-calcium bone support products, high-ORAC super food products, and enzymes, and, for men, multivitamins, multiminerals, prostate support products, high-ORAC super food products, and enzymes.

Abstract: The invention relates to an agent for preventing, improving or treating hypertension, which exhibits a hypotensive effect, inhibits the rise of blood pressure and improves hypertension, and food for preventing or improving hypertension, which does not become a burden in daily intake, has a higher antihypertensive effect and is useful as a diet during treatment for patients of hypertension.

Abstract: Dietary food supplement compositions which promote the ability to quell adverse common cold symptoms while simultaneously reducing blood pressure and sustaining blood sugar equilibrium. Food supplement compositions comprising specially-formulated combination of ingredients derived wholly from naturally-occurring foods, including specially formulated combinations of jalapeno peppers, bell peppers, garlic, almonds, lemons, and vinegar. Such formulations have been found to attenuate the duration and severity of common cold symptoms without jeopardizing the health and well-being of individuals suffering from diabetes and other medical conditions sensitive to blood pressure and to blood sugar fluctuations. These food supplement formulations afford diabetic patients regimen for treating common cold symptoms, and for simultaneously sustaining safe blood pressure and blood sugar equilibrium.

Abstract: A medicament to decrease the adverse events of Orlistat, an oral lipase inhibitor, arranged to be taken in combination with Orlistat, comprising: an admixture of carminative herbs and one or more chelating agents to absorb and mechanically agitate non-digested fats.

Abstract: A Phytoceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of arthritis 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.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sensate composition consisting of a liquid cooling composition, and at least one warming, tingling, or pungent sensate ingredient of either synthetic or natural origin which provides enhanced warming, tingling, or pungent properties. The liquid cooling sensate of the invention is a eutectic mixture of 2-Isopropyl-N,2,3-trimethylbutyramide and N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide, or at least one cooling agent selected from the group consisting of N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide, N-(3-ethoxypropyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide, N-(3-isopropoxypropyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide, N-(3-butoxypropyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide,N-Ethyl-2,2-diisopropylbutanamide, N-(1,1-dimethyl-2-hydroxyethyl)-2,2-diethylbutanamide, N-(2-ethoxyethyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide and N-(3-methoxypropyl)-2,3-dimethyl-2-isopropylbutanamide.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a pain balm comprising a fermentation extract of the cultivar of the genus capsicum.

Abstract: A method of increasing a fraction of free carotenoids in a source of carotenoids in which at least some of the carotenoids are fatty acid esterified carotenoids is disclosed. The method is effected by contacting the source of carotenoids with an effective amount of an esterase under conditions effective in deesterifying the fatty acid esterified carotenoids, thereby increasing the fraction of free carotenoids in the source of carotenoids.

Abstract: The invention described herein encompasses methods and compositions of preventing or treating cancer comprising the administration of a combination of therapeutically effective amount of catechins, a group of polyphenols found in green tea, and Capsicum extracts. Compositions of catechins include but not limited to, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCg), epicatechin (EC), epicatechin gallate (ECG), epigallocatechin (EGC). The unique compositions of the invention contain various combinations of the catechins and Capsicum extracts, in combination with each other or other therapeutic agents and are used to treat primary and metastatic cancers in humans. The invention also encompasses the varying modes of administration of the therapeutic compounds, including a formulation which may be used as a therapeutic compound for the treatment of cancer or as a dietary supplement for the prevention of cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for promoting hair growth. More particularly, the present invention comprises a component for inhibiting 5?-reductase activity, a functional component of cell activity, and an expansion component of peripheral blood vessels. A composition for promoting hair growth of the present invention has a superior effect on hair growth.

Abstract: Disclosed are several preferred embodiments of hydrogen peroxide which are packaged with ease of use and extended shelf-life in mind. The embodiments include foam, mist, gel, and disposable towelette forms of H2O2. Optional ingredients of topical pain relievers and skin protectants are also disclosed, as are their methods of use.