Containing Or Obtained From A Seed Or Nut Patents (Class 424/776)
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Patent number: 8741356Abstract: Oil seed protein isolates, particularly canola protein isolate, are produced at a high purity level of at least about 100 wt % (N×6.25) by a process wherein oil seed protein is extracted from oil seed meal, the resulting aqueous protein solution is concentrated to a protein content of at least about 200 g/L and the concentrated protein solution is added to chilled water having a temperature below about 15° C. to form protein micelles, which are settled to provide a protein micellar mass (PMM). The protein micellar mass is separated from supernatant and may be dried. The supernatant may be processed to recover additional oil seed protein isolate by concentrating the supernatant and then drying the concentrated supernatant, to produce a protein isolate having a protein content of at least about 90 wt %. The concentrated supernatant may be mixed in varying proportions with at least part of the PMM and the mixture dried to produce a protein isolate having a protein content of at least about 90 wt %.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2002Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Burcon Nutrascience (MB) Corp.Inventors: Larry D. Barker, Ronald W. Martens, E. Donald Murray
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Patent number: 8741364Abstract: The present invention provides a fat metabolism improving agent comprising rose hips or an extract therefrom as an active ingredient. This fat metabolism improving agent is very safe and has a superior body weight reducing effect.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2007Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Assignee: Morishita Jintan Co., Ltd.Inventors: Kiyofumi Ninomiya, Norihisa Nishida, Youichi Matsuura, Masanori Asada, Yuzo Kawahara, Masayuki Yoshikawa
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Patent number: 8741353Abstract: The ointment for healing burns and wounds includes a composition for treating skin burns, wounds, and other infection-prone skin complications. The composition includes honeycomb, sesame seed oil, myrrh, curcumin, mukul, and potassium alum. The ointment includes only natural ingredients that are unadulterated or minimally processed. Topical use of the ointment does not result in harmful side effects.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2014Date of Patent: June 3, 2014Inventor: May Ghaith M. Al-Mutawaa
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Publication number: 20140141088Abstract: A water-soluble anti-inflammatory cream is disclosed. The cream is a composition of between about 7.5% and about 30% by weight of a healing oil; between about 1% and about 6% by weight of an herbal extract; between about 0% and about 3.5% by weight of microencapsulated amino acids; and at least 39.4% by weight water.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2013Publication date: May 22, 2014Inventors: Irina V Filippova, Leonid K. Filippov
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Patent number: 8728549Abstract: Provided are skin treatment compositions comprising an Oenothera biennis oil in an amount of about 1% v/v to about 30% v/v, a vitamin B12 in an amount of about 0.07% m/v to about 1.0% m/v, and a vitamin E in an amount of about 4% m/v to about 12% m/v. Also provided are methods for treating eczema in a mammal through the application of the skin treatment compositions to an area on the mammal's skin that contains one or more signs of eczema.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2012Date of Patent: May 20, 2014Inventor: Tasneem Bhatia
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Publication number: 20140127286Abstract: The invention refers to a cosmetic composition for increasing collagen synthesis in skin cells comprising 0.001-0.5 wt % of a Phaeodactylum tricornutum extract, 0.00001-2.0 wt % of Dimer Tripeptide-43 or Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, and cosmetic auxiliaries. The cosmetic composition comprising the combination of both components has an synergistic effect on collagen I synthesis in skin cells and has a booster effect to other substances which are known to have an enhancing effect to collagen I synthesis.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2012Publication date: May 8, 2014Inventors: Olivier Doucet, Muriel Pujos, Cécile Robert, Dorothée Bernini
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Patent number: 8715753Abstract: A formulation for eliminating bedbugs containing mustard powder and water and optionally flour or a starch such as cornstarch. The ratio of mustard powder to water may be about 2 grams mustard powder to about 10 mL water. The ratio of flour to water is about 3 grams flour to about 10 mL water.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2011Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Inventor: Nadia Kolosova
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Patent number: 8715749Abstract: Foods and pharmaceuticals which contain cocoa and/or nut procyanidin(s) in combination with L-arginine are effective to induce a physiological increase in nitric oxide production in a mammal having ingested the product. A preferred food product is a confection, particularly a dark or milk chocolate containing nuts. The procyanidins may be natural or synthetic and may be provided by food ingredients such as chocolate liquor and/or cocoa solids prepared from underfermented beans and nut skins. The L-arginine may be natural or synthetic and may be provided by food ingredients such as nut meats, nut pastes, and/or nut flours, seeds, seed pastes, and/or seed flours, or gelatin. The beneficial health effects may include, for example, reduced blood pressure, resistance to cardiovascular disease, and anticancer activity.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2013Date of Patent: May 6, 2014Assignee: Mars, IncorporatedInventors: Kati A. Chevaux, Harold H. Schmitz, Leo J. Romanczyk
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Patent number: 8709513Abstract: Disclosed are suspension concentrate compositions comprising by weight based on the total weight of the composition, (a) from about 0.1 to about 50% of one or more carboxamide arthropodicides that are solid at room temperature; ( b) from 0 to about 50% of one or more biologically active agents other than the carboxamide arthropodicides; (c) from about 20 to about 70% of water; (d) from about 10 to about 70% of one or more water-immiscible liquid compounds; and (e) from about 1 to about 55% of a surfactant component having a dispersing property. This invention also relates to a method for controlling an arthropod pest comprising diluting said suspension concentrate composition with water, optionally adding an adjuvant to form a diluted composition, and contacting the arthropod pest or its environment with an effective amount of said diluted composition.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 29, 2014Assignee: E I du Pont de Nemours and CompanyInventors: Oliver Walter Gutsche, Isaac Billy Annan, Hector Eduardo Portillo
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Patent number: 8697099Abstract: A cosmetic treatment system is provided having ingredients that may prevent signs of aging, improve the aesthetic appearance of skin, and promote recovery from environmental stresses. The composition includes natural ingredients, including at least one ingredient or extract from rosemary; at least one ingredient or extract from Centella, Echinacea, Alpinia or mixtures thereof; a DNA repair enzyme; and at least one pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable vehicle. The treatment system may further include a patch for applying the cosmetic ingredients and/or a packaging system for holding the components of the cosmetic treatment system.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2010Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: Access Business Group International LLCInventors: John V. Scimeca, Amy C. Zimmerman, Mark F. Mettler, Akiko Kudo, Yoko Kawasaki
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Publication number: 20140093597Abstract: The present invention provides use of alcohol extract of longan seeds for manufacturing a drug for treating kidney tissue dysfunction. Preferably, an ethyl acetate sub-fraction of the alcohol extract of longan seeds has a better effect in treating kidney tissue dysfunction.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2013Publication date: April 3, 2014Applicant: JOBEN BIO-MEDICAL CO., LTD.Inventors: HUANG-CHUNG TSENG, YI-TING HSIAO, YOU-ZHONG ZHAN, CHUN-YI YEN, JIAN-SHENG LIN
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Patent number: 8685472Abstract: A topical composition includes an alcohol-extracted Salvia hispanica seed extract in a glycol carrier in an amount effective for inhibiting melanin content in an individual. The extract may be extracted in a C1-C4 ethanol and resuspended in a glycol carrier with one or more permeation enhancers. The topical composition may further include a Punica granatum extract. Methods for making and using the composition for whitening skin in an individual are also described.Type: GrantFiled: March 1, 2010Date of Patent: April 1, 2014Assignee: Access Business Group International LLCInventors: Jatinder Rana, Ganesh Diwakar, Jeffrey Scholten
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Patent number: 8685471Abstract: Pest control compositions, blends, and formulations are disclosed. The blends contain, in a synergistic combinations, at least two ingredients such as Lilac Flower Oil, D-Limonene, Thyme Oil, Lime Oil, Black Seed Oil, Wintergreen Oil, Linalool, Tetrahydrolinalool, Vanillin, Isopropyl myristate, Piperonal (aldehyde), Geraniol, Geraniol 60, Triethyl Citrate, and Methyl Salicylate.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2007Date of Patent: April 1, 2014Assignee: Tyratech, Inc.Inventor: Essam Enan
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Patent number: 8679555Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing organically-bound vitamin B, preferably vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, B12, or mixtures thereof, in plants, wherein plant seeds are soaked in the solution of the respective vitamin and are cultured to vitamin-B-enriched germ buds by subsequent sprinkling.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2007Date of Patent: March 25, 2014Assignee: JHS-PrivatstiftungInventors: Norbert Fuchs, Rupert Loidl, Behzad Sadeghi
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Publication number: 20140072662Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment or prevention of addictions and impulse control disorders using Andrographis paniculata, active substances contained therein and extracts thereof, alone or in combination with other therapeutic agents. The methods and compositions of the invention are useful in the treatment or prevention of addiction to substances, including alcohol, nicotine, marijuana, opioid agonists cocaine, and amphetamines, as well as impulse control disorders, including pathological gambling and pathological overeating.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2013Publication date: March 13, 2014Inventor: Roberto Ciccocioppo
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Patent number: 8668944Abstract: A method for making and applying a topical oil and composition thereof, combining the healing properties of the Noni plant with a topical application for treating physical ailments. The topical oil disclosed includes an oil derived from raw leaves, stems, and buds of a noni plant; a carrier oil; and vitamin E oil.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2007Date of Patent: March 11, 2014Inventor: Donna Greco
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Patent number: 8663708Abstract: A product of vegetal origin with a high percentage of proanthocyanidines with molecular weight of greater than 6000 daltons, a very high percentage of which proanthocyanidines have a molecular weight of greater than 30000 daltons, produces a great hypercholesterolaernic effect at acceptable doses for human consumption and little astringent and anti-nutritional effects. The product of vegetal origin may be presented as medicine, pharmaceutical composition, dietary complement or food product. An industrial process is provided for preparation of the product from dicotyledons.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2005Date of Patent: March 4, 2014Assignees: Investigacion y Nutricion, S.L., Wild Valencia, S.A.Inventors: Baltasar Ruiz-Roso Calvo De Mora, Ana Maria Requejo Marcos, Lourdes Perez-Olleros Conde, José Antonio Holguín Hueso
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Patent number: 8652543Abstract: Compositions are disclosed containing, as active ingredients, an extract of Allium species, an extract of Citrus species and either an extract of Paullinia species and an extract of Theobroma species, or an extract of Salix species and zinc sulphate, and the method of preparation of these compositions, and cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical application of these compositions.Type: GrantFiled: December 19, 2012Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: Legacy Healthcare Holding Ltd.Inventors: André Ulmann, Jean-Frédéric Laville
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Patent number: 8652544Abstract: A composition of matter is disclosed and formed from a stable, defatted whole grain flour derived from Salvia hispanica L. whole ground seed using a suitable solvent that is free of cyanogenic glycosides, vitamin antagonists, and gluten. The composition includes minerals, about 30% wt/wt protein, about 30-40% insoluble fiber and about 2-3% of fructo-oligosaccarides.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2009Date of Patent: February 18, 2014Assignee: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLCInventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi Moerck, Uy Nguyen
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Publication number: 20140044818Abstract: A cosmetic or dermopharmaceutical composition including an extract of a plant belonging to the genus Buchholzia and at least one auxiliary and/or additive is provided. A method for the cosmetic treatment of the skin or scalp and a method for the treatment of skin inflammation includes administering to a patient in need thereof a composition including an effective amount of a plant extract from a plant belonging to the genus Buchholzia.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2013Publication date: February 13, 2014Applicant: Cognis IP Management GmbHInventors: Philippe Moser, Louis Danoux, Gilles Pauly
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Publication number: 20140037772Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic or pharmaceutical formulation comprising a hyaluronate crosspolymer and one or more of (a) azelaic acid or an ester thereof; (b) one or more of black cumin seed oil, chaulmoogra oil, magnolia bark extract and manuka oil; and (c) resveratrol or a derivative thereof. Uses of the formulation for skin treatments, promoting collagen production and regulating cellular turnover are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2012Publication date: February 6, 2014Inventor: Wendy Lien
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Patent number: 8642646Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and composition for treating acne using lignan compounds represented by Formula 1. More particularly, the invention relates to an antibacterial composition against acne-causing bacteria, containing lignan compounds represented by Formula 1, as well as a method for treating acne using the same. The lignan compounds represented by Formula 1 are excellent not only in the antibacterial activity of inhibiting the growth of acne-causing bacteria, but also in thermal stability. Accordingly, the lignan compounds may be useful as antibacterial agents against the acne-causing bacteria, and acne treatment agents.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2005Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignees: New Tree Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Jae-Kwan Hwang, Jae-Youn Chung, Hee-Chul Chung, Kyung-Min Park
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Patent number: 8632829Abstract: A cocoa extract which is rich in procyanidin monomers and oligomers is made by extracting de-fatted, unroasted, unfermented cocoa beans with organic solvents. The yield of procyanidins in an extract varies with type of solvent used, reaction temperature, reaction pH and whether or not the solvent is an aqueous solution. Extraction parameters can be optimized to increase procyanidin yield, and different conditions result in the preferential extraction of the higher or lower oligomers. A preferred extraction method is counter-current extraction method.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2012Date of Patent: January 21, 2014Assignee: Mars, IncorporatedInventors: John F. Hammerstone, Jr., Mark J. Chimel
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Publication number: 20140010902Abstract: The subject invention is based upon the discovery that a wide variety of pharmaceutical agents can be delivered into the skin, fingernails, and toenails of patients by dissolving or dispersing the pharmaceutical agent in a solvent system which is comprised of a combination of an alkyl lactate and Simmondsia chinesis seed oil. The subject invention more specifically discloses a pharmaceutical serum which is comprised of (1) an alkyl lactate, wherein the alkyl group in the alkyl lactate contains from 2 to about 12 carbon atoms, (2) Simmondsia chinesis seed oil, and (3) a pharmaceutical agent. Some representative examples of pharmaceutical agent which can be incorporated into the pharmaceutical serums of this invention include, hormones, growth factors (cytokines), antimicrobials, antibacterials, antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, immunodilators, anesthetics, plant extracts, vitamins, corticosteroids, hair growth stimulants, and the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2013Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: AD LUNAM LABSInventors: Turner Rockhill, William H. Beeson
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Publication number: 20140010770Abstract: Materials with high levels of unsaponifiable matter, such as extracts from plants, produce hydrolysates with unique properties. The application of a hydrolysis process to materials, particularly materials with a high level of unsaponifiables (e.g., at least 6 weight percent of the material), produces a product with properties significantly different from those products resulting from the conventional saponification of materials with less than 6 weight percent of unsaponifiables. The hydrolysates of the present invention are substantive, resisting both physical and aqueous-based removal from skin and hair, exhibit a unique surfactant property, and are not foaming agents with water. Hydrolysates according to the present invention may be used to enhance the performance of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2013Publication date: January 9, 2014Applicant: International Flora Technologies, Ltd.Inventors: James H. Brown, Lee R. Copeland, Robert Kleiman, Sambasivarao Koritala, Melanie K. Cummings
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Patent number: 8623432Abstract: Methods of improving a variety of health related factors including, but not limited to weight, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels and HDL levels, is provided. In one embodiment, a method of reducing body weight in a mammal is provided; the method comprises administering a composition containing an effective amount of Dichrostachys glomerata, to the mammal, whereby the administering of the composition to the mammal is effective in reducing bodyweight in the mammal.Type: GrantFiled: August 7, 2012Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Gateway Health Alliances, IncInventor: Julius Enyoug Oben
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Publication number: 20140004186Abstract: Preconcentrates comprising a fatty acid oil mixture, at least one surfactant, and at least one statin or pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, solvate, or complex thereof, and methods and uses thereof are disclosed. The preconcentrates are capable of forming a self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system (SNEDDS), a self-microemulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS), or self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS) in an aqueous solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2011Publication date: January 2, 2014Applicant: Pronova Biopharma Norge ASInventors: Svein Olaf Hustvedt, Preben Houlberg OLesen, Gunnar Berge, Jo Erik Johnsrud Klaveness
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Patent number: 8617620Abstract: Provided are a piceatannol-containing composition which is a composition originating in a natural material and containing piceatannol at a high concentration, and a method of producing the piceatannol-containing composition. A piceatannol-containing composition which contains 0.0001 to 99.9% by mass of piceatannol is obtained by extracting passion fruit seeds. The extraction of piceatannol is carried out by grinding the passion fruit seeds, adding at least one solvent selected from an aqueous alcohol-based solvent and an aqueous ketone-based solvent and agitating to thereby extract piceatannol into the above-described solvent. In this case, it is preferable to conduct stepwise extraction by using both of the aqueous alcohol-based solvent and the aqueous ketone-based solvent.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2009Date of Patent: December 31, 2013Assignee: Morinaga & Co., Ltd.Inventors: Yuko Matsui, Masanori Kamei, Kenkichi Sugiyama
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Patent number: 8609161Abstract: An enriched conglutin-? protein extract from lupin seeds having a % by weight of conglutin-? between 10 and 30%, or a conglutin-? protein, or functional derivatives thereof for use as a medicament, as food integrator or diet supplement or integrator.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2009Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Ospedale San Raffaele S.R.L.Inventors: Livio Luzi, Ileana Marina Terruzzi
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Patent number: 8609153Abstract: A novel canola protein isolate consisting predominantly of 2S canola protein and having equal to better solubility properties and improved clarity properties in aqueous media, has an increased proportion of 2S canola protein and a decreased proportion of 7S canola protein. The novel canola protein isolate is formed by isoelectric precipitation of aqueous supernatant from canola protein micelle formation and precipitation, to effect precipitation of 7S protein which is sedimented and removed.Type: GrantFiled: June 20, 2009Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Burcon Nutrascience (MB) Corp.Inventors: Martin Schweizer, Brent E. Green, Kevin I. Segall, Randy Willardsen
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Patent number: 8597690Abstract: A method of treating a respiratory disease in an animal comprising the steps of administering to the animal an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising 1.5 parts by weight powdered fennel, 2.0 parts by weight powdered rhubarb, 1.0 part by weight powdered glycyrrhiza, 2.0 parts by weight powdered phellodendron bark, 1.0 part by weight powdered zedoary, 1.5 parts by weight powdered picrasma wood, 1.0 part by weight powdered matricaria chamomilla, 1.5 parts by weight powdered geranium herb, 1.0 part by weight powdered ginseng, 1.5 parts by weight powdered citrus unshiu peel, 1.0 part by weight powdered scutellaria root, 1.0 part by weight powdered magnolia bark, 2.0 parts by weight powdered oyster shell, 1.0 part by weight powdered cyperus rhizome, 2.0 parts by weight powdered platycodon root, 2.0 parts by weight powdered melia azedarach, 1.0 part by weight powdered cnidium rhizome, 2.0 parts by weight sodium bicarbonate and 4.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2012Date of Patent: December 3, 2013Assignee: Nakamori Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.Inventor: Toshio Nakamori
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Publication number: 20130316031Abstract: An object of the present invention is to improve the milk yield and/or milk quality of a ruminant for milk production, to prevent or treat a perinatal disease of a ruminant, and to improve the reproductivity of a ruminant. In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, the following is provided. An agent for improving at least one of milk yield and milk quality of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol. An agent for preventing or treating a perinatal disease of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol. An agent for improving reproductivity of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2011Publication date: November 28, 2013Applicant: Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.Inventors: Koichi Kaneda, Masami Mochizuki
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Patent number: 8591959Abstract: A unique conditioning spritzer formula that presents improved skin qualities that can be used as a stand alone product on either wet or dry skin, or be applied in conjunction with another skin conditioner. The formula is made of purified water, jojoba oil, sesame seed oil, apricot oil, corn oil, squalene, and dibutyl hydroxytoluene.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 2007Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Inventor: Angel Dayna Kelly
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Publication number: 20130309316Abstract: A composition of matter comprises a shelf stable, super critical, CO2 fluid extracted seed oil derived from a cracked biomass of perilla frutescens, the seed oil comprising from about 60 to about 95 percent w/w of PUFAs in a ratio of from about 4:1 to about 6:1 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) to linoleic acid (LA) and a mixture of selected antioxidants.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2013Publication date: November 21, 2013Applicant: U.S. NUTRACEUTICALS, LLC d/b/a Valensa InternationalInventors: JOHN A. MINATELLI, W. STEPHEN HILL, RUDI E. MOERCK, UY NGUYEN
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Patent number: 8586109Abstract: Compositions and methods of use of annatto extracts [350-450 Dalton molecular weight fraction] including tocotrienols and tocopherols with an appropriate spectrum. This spectrum includes but not limited to low alpha tocopherol, high delta- and gamma-tocols, and mixtures with other extracts [350-450 Dalton molecular weight fraction] like palm and rice and/or nutrients.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2008Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: American River Nutrition, Inc.Inventors: Barrie Tan, Jose Llobrera
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Publication number: 20130295172Abstract: Disclosed here are compositions comprising powdered hemp seed, an emulsifier/dispersant such as lecithin (particularly soya lecithin), cannabis, and optionally other additives and excipients. Also described are methods of making the compositions. The compositions may be used, for instance, in the treatment of pain and for their anti-emetic (anti-nausea and anti-vomiting) properties, as well as for the treatment of anorexia and appetite enhancement. Kits containing the compositions, arranged for proper sequential dosing, and optionally including instructions for use are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 28, 2013Publication date: November 7, 2013Inventor: Keith Gerald Freeman
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Patent number: 8568805Abstract: This invention relates to compositions containing polyphenols, for example, cocoa polyphenols such as flavanols and their related oligomers, and methods for treating abnormalities in gap junctional communication of cells, such as cancer, heart arrhythmia, neuro-degenerative diseases and cognitive dysfunction.Type: GrantFiled: March 2, 2009Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Mars, Inc.Inventor: Helmut Sies
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Patent number: 8568804Abstract: Disclosed is a composition for use as an antioxidant, such as for use as an anti-aging supplement. The composition can include a muscadine (Vitis rotundifolia) pomace extract having a polyphenol content of at least 2% and trans-resveratrol from a source other than muscadine with a minimum purity of at least 5%. In an example, the ratio of muscadine pomace extract polyphenols to trans-resveratrol is in the range of 0.1/1 to 10/1 (weight to weight), thereby providing a composition with antioxidant activity. Also disclosed are methods of producing antioxidant compositions. These methods can include combining a muscadine pomace extract having a polyphenol content of at least 2% and resveratrol from a source other than muscadine with a minimum purity of at least 5% at a ratio in the range of 0.1/1 to 10/1 (weight to weight), thereby providing a composition with antioxidant activity.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2009Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: Shaklee CorporationInventors: Laurel A. Fisher, Teodoro T. Ianiro, William J. Mergens, Nasrin Zamanian
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Publication number: 20130280357Abstract: The invention provides a novel chocolate mass which has a glycemic index of less than 29 (GI<29) and of which the content of added sugar comprises at least 10% galactose and in addition a content of iosmaltulose and/or tagatose. The chocolate mass additionally has a content of vitamin E in the form of a tocotrienol-tocopherol mixture from natural sources, wherein the content of tocotrienols in the chocolate mass is greater than the content of tocopherols.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2011Publication date: October 24, 2013Inventor: Johannes Coy
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Publication number: 20130280320Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing articles impregnated with at least one plant substance from at least one plant, characterized in that it comprises the following steps: a) Extraction and/or pressing of at least one plant (V1), or at least one part of said plant, producing a liquid plant extract (E1)) and a solid fibrous residue (R1), then b) Separation of said plant extract (E1) from said fibrous residue (R1), and c) Destructuring of said fibrous residue (R1), d) Production of a fibrous web or of an article made from the fibrous residue (R1) obtained in step c), and e) Impregnation of said fibrous residue (R1) with (i) at least said plant extract (E1), which is optionally concentrated, purified, flavored and/or fragranced, with (ii) at least one water-soluble or liposoluble plant substance isolated from said plant extract (E1), with (iii) at least one composition comprising at least one optionally concentrated, purified, flavored and/or fragranced water-soluble or liposoluble substanType: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2011Publication date: October 24, 2013Applicant: SCHWEITZER-MAUDUIT INTERNATIONAL, INCInventor: Bernard Mompon
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Patent number: 8557310Abstract: Compositions and methods are described for delaying the onset of the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease in humans. The compositions can include curcumin, piperine, oleic acid, oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, galantamine, and huperzine A, among other compounds. Curcumin is an antioxidant, while galantamine and huperzine A inhibit the activity of acetylcholinesterase in the brain. Piperine and oleic acid increase the bioavailability and gastrointestinal absorption of curcumin, galantamine, huperzine A, and other nutrients. The composition can also include at least one of phytic acid, piracetam, aniracetam, or indium.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2011Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Inventor: Stephen C. Perry
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Patent number: 8557304Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of isolating phenolic secondary plant constituents from plant material using a microporous membrane which displays affinity ligands for the phenolic secondary plant constituents.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2010Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Assignee: Sartorius Stedim Biotech GmbHInventors: Hans-Heinrich Hoerl, Wolfgang Demmer, Rene Faber
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Patent number: 8551535Abstract: Homeopathic compositions and formulations are disclosed. In one embodiment, compositions and formulations are disclosed that aid in weight loss and maintenance of a healthy weight. In another embodiment, methods are disclosed for producing homeopathic compositions and formulations. In still another embodiment, methods are disclosed for helping an individual lose weight.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2012Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Inventor: Sarah McCann
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Patent number: 8541046Abstract: A novel canola protein isolate of predominantly 2S canola protein and having improved solubility properties, has an increased proportion of 2S canola protein and a decreased proportion of 7S canola protein. The novel canola protein isolate is formed by heat treatment of aqueous supernatant from canola protein micelle formation and precipitation, to effect precipitation of 7S protein which is sedimented and removed.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2011Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: Burcon NutraScience (MB) Corp.Inventors: Martin Schweizer, Brent E. Green, Kevin I. Segall, Randy Willardsen
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Patent number: 8535740Abstract: Described are four, novel supercritical fluid extracts of Nigella sativa seeds containing about 0.01 to about 40% (w/w) thymoquinone that can be produced using commercial-scale quantities of N. sativa seeds. These formulations provide antioxidant, thermogenic, anti-inflammatory and other biological activities qualitatively and quantitatively distinct from thymoquinone alone and are useful as dietary supplements or therapeutics for inflammation-related disorders.Type: GrantFiled: November 29, 2010Date of Patent: September 17, 2013Assignee: Bionexus, Ltd.Inventors: John George Babish, Linda M. Pacioretty, Jan Debenedetto
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Patent number: 8529970Abstract: Materials with high levels of unsaponifiable matter, such as extracts from plants, produce hydrolysates with unique properties. Properties that are sought in traditional saponification of natural oils are a result of low levels of unsaponifiables. These properties include high levels of aqueous surfactant activity, water-solubility or ready water-dispersability, activity as foaming agents, and the like. An objective of traditional saponification processes is to increase the water-solubility and surfactant activity of naturally occurring materials. It has been found that the application of a hydrolysis process to materials, particularly materials with a high level of unsaponifiables (e.g., at least 6 weight percent of the material), produces a product with properties significantly different from those products resulting from the conventional saponification of materials with less than 6 weight percent of unsaponifiables.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2011Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: International Flora Technologies, Ltd.Inventors: James H. Brown, Lee Roy Copeland, Robert Kleiman, Melanie K. Cummings, Sambasivarao Koritala
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Patent number: 8529969Abstract: A method for producing pure guar flour and the use of hydroxy propyl trimethyl ammonium chloride-guar flour obtained according to the method in clear aqueous cosmetic formulations which are intended to be applied on hair and/or skin and which can be washed out or rinsed off as conditioning agents or depositing agents to dilute cosmetic formulations.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2002Date of Patent: September 10, 2013Assignee: Meyhall AGInventors: Willem Cor Wielinga, Jean-Marc Ricca
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Patent number: 8524293Abstract: A method for producing a dry composition from red grapes by natural fermentation that is, once brewed, steeped within hot water, tasteful to ingest as herb tea, and that complementary contains antioxidants, Catechin, Resveratrol, Tannin, Quercetin bearing anti-inflammatory and blood glucose lowering capacities; as well as a human skin rejuvenating natural product derived there from. The method is used to prepare dry composition containing phenolic antioxidants such as catechin, resveratrol, and quercetin, and comprises small parcels made from the grape berry, stalks, skins and seeds of the red grape Vitis labrusca. The method uses the sequential steps of crushing, two successive natural fermentation periods, and drying by utilizing simplified operations.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2012Date of Patent: September 3, 2013Inventor: Dmitriy Shoutov
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Publication number: 20130224320Abstract: This invention relates to a process to improve the feed efficiency and carcass characteristics of an animal. The process of this invention can be used to decrease the cost of animal diets, to improve performance of animals and to improve the percentage of carcass in animals.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 23, 2012Publication date: August 29, 2013Inventor: Joan Torrent Campmany
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Patent number: 8512770Abstract: The present invention comprises an all-natural composition of matter and methods of delivering nutrients, medicines, pain relievers, antioxidants, antidotes, antibiotics and various active ingredients and supplements directly to the affected area of the body. The all-natural carrier composition consists essentially of the combination of a natural oil, water, salt(s), natural emulsifier, natural sugar(s), plant extracts, natural acid(s), starch and natural flavor(s). The active substances that are mixed with the all-natural carrier composition, include, but are not limited to, drugs, vitamins, minerals, antibiotics anti-fungal agents, antioxidants, diuretics, allergy medicines, anti-inflammatory agents, muscle relaxers, pain reducers, diabetic drugs, neuropathy drugs, chemotherapy agents, arthritis drugs, lotions for eczema, shingles, psoriasis, skin rash; herbal medicines, erectile dysfunction drugs, hormones, cholesterol drugs, essential fatty acids, and the like.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2011Date of Patent: August 20, 2013Assignee: Dominion Resources Unlimited, LLCInventors: Daniel G. Murray, Michael W. McDonough