Abstract: The invention relates to the administration of products enhanced with Morinda citrifolia L. in order to inhibit anaerobes, gram negative bacteria, protozoa and other microbial growth related to various maladies and illnesses which result in detrimental physiological effects.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for inhibiting melanin formation in a subject comprising administering an effective amount of an acerola-derived polyphenol compound, an acerola polyphenol fraction, or the other polyphenol compound to a subject. This method comprises whitening the subject's skin by the inhibition of melanin formation. This method also comprises administering synergistically effective amounts of an acerola-derived polyphenol compound, an acerola polyphenol fraction, or the other polyphenol compound in combination with ascorbic acid or an ascorbic acid derivative to a subject.

Abstract: A method to enhance disease resistance in an animal comprising feeding the animal a diet enriched in antioxidants and providing behavioral enrichment. In one embodiment, the behavioral enrichment comprises exercising the animal regularly effective to cause behavioral enrichment, wherein the feeding and exercising combination is effective to increase neutrophil phagocytosis and B cell percentages.

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.

Abstract: An extract of passion fruit is prepared. The extract has the effect of lowering blood pressure and serum nitric oxide levels in mammals. The extract also provides a hepatoprotective effect, as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in mammals. A novel compound was identified in the extract and given the name edulilic acid.

Abstract: A method of providing controlled release of a biologically active substance within a subject's digestive system. The biologically active substance is administered concurrently with one or more soluble fibers in an oral dosage unit. The soluble fibers interact with the biologically active substance within the subject's digestive system to moderate and control the release of the biologically active substances in the subject's bloodstream. This provides more constant blood concentrations of the biologically active substances. The amount of soluble fibers in the oral dosage unit is greater than 40% by weight, and in some cases greater than 50% by weight of the oral dosage unit. The oral dosage unit typically contains from about 1 to 15g of soluble fiber, and in some cases from about 3 to 5g of soluble fiber. The biologically active substance may contain phytonutrients that promote the subject's cardiovascular system, immune system, or weight management.

Abstract: This invention provides an inhibitor of glucose absorption and a method for producing the same. Such inhibitor of glucose absorption comprises, as an active ingredient, an acerola-derived substance capable of inhibiting glucose absorption.

Abstract: Well-preserved aqueous topical compositions that satisfy one or more widely recognized organic certification standards. The compositions comprise a preservative system comprising an in situ hypoiodite generator; and a plant extract blend; optionally, an essential oil blend. Such compositions do not require synthetic preservatives, especially parabens. Suitable aqueous compositions may contain an oil phase, such as oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsions.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition which can be used to prevent and treat bone fracture and osteoporosis. The composition is composed of Semen lactucae sativae 0.1-1, Lignum aquilariae resinatum 2-20, Fructus oryzae 1-5, Resina boswelliae carterii 0.1-1, Rhizoma atractylodis macrocephalae 0.1-1 and Semen cuscutae 0.1-1. The whole or the specific parts of the plants can be used to prepare the inventive pharmaceutical composition; preferred plants are Aquilariae lignum containing resin and Boswellia carterii containing resin. This pharmaceutical composition can be formulated into lozenge, tablet, film coated tablets, capsule, soft capsule, granule, powder, pill, solution, emulsion, injection solution, injection, ointment, cream, spray or inhalant.

Abstract: A herbal composition containing Curcumae kwangsiensis (Ezhu), Herba Dendrobii nobile Lindl. (Shihu), Rhizoma Pinelliae preparatum (Fabanxia), Rhizoma Typhonii (Baifuzi) and other optional herbs. The composition can be processed into a form for administering to human patients with a cancerous disease for improving their health.

Abstract: The present invention features a formulation from the Indian mulberry plant (Morinda citrifolia ) comprising Morinda citrifolia fruit juice, Morinda citrifolia oil, quercetin, Morinda citrifolia puree juice and Morinda citrifolia dietary fiber treating Candidiasis.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for decreasing inflammation and oxidative stress in a mammal comprising; administration to a mammal a composition comprising a glucose anti-metabolite; and wherein said composition comprises amounts of the glucose anti-metabolite sufficient to decrease a level of an oxidized glutathione and/or increase the ration of reduced glutathione to oxidized glutathione in the blood of the mammal subsequent to administration of the glucose anti-metabolite.

Abstract: The invention relates to oral compositions for the prevention of UV damages, in particular to oral compositions based on an olive extract obtained by extracting vegetation water from olive pressing with an organic solvent or by extracting olive cake with water and/or an organic solvent.

Abstract: A dietary supplement including a unique combination of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and optionally vitamins, minerals and specialty ingredients. The supplement can include a fruit ingredient, a vegetable ingredient and an herbal ingredient, wherein the fruit ingredient is at least one of pomegranate and citrus bioflavonoids, wherein the vegetable ingredient is at least one of asparagus, lutein, lycopene and watercress, and wherein the herbal ingredient is at least one of basil, oregano and rosemary. The supplement can be administered to subjects to reduce risk factors in a subject, for example, by lowering homocysteine levels and/or reducing DNA damage. The supplement can increase plasma levels of at least one of vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, folate, and beta-carotene and other vitamins or substances in the subject.

Abstract: A composition and method for enhancing the immune system of an individual is provided. The present invention enhances the functioning of the immune system through increasing the production of certain cytokines, inhibiting viral adhesion and interfering in the viral replication process. The severity and duration of infections resulting from the common cold and associated viral infections are also reduced through the oral administration of the composition of the present invention. The composition of the present invention comprises at least an effective amount of an extract of wolfberry (Lycium barbarum), and an effective amount of an extract of elderberry. The present invention may additionally comprise effective amounts of one or more of an extract of blueberry, Echinacea root, and Vitamin C.

Abstract: Dietary supplement formulations are described that provide benefits of soluble fiber accompanied by excellent taste with many different health benefit combinations.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel herbal composition comprising an extract of flowering and fruiting heads of the plant, Sphaeranthus indicus. The said extract of Sphaeranthus indicus contains a compound, 3a-hydroxy-5a,9-dimethyl-3-methylene-3a,4,5,5a,6,7,8,9b-octahydro-3H-naphtho[1,2-b]furan-2-one (7-Hydroxy-4,11(13)-eudesmadien-12,6-olide) (compound 1), as a bioactive marker. The invention also relates to a composition comprising 3a-hydroxy-5a,9-dimethyl-3-methylene-3a,4,5,5a,6,7,8,9b-octahydro-3H-naphtho[1,2-b]furan-2-one (compound 1) as an active ingredient. The invention also relates to methods of manufacture of the said compositions. The invention also relates to methods of administration of the said compositions to a subject in need of treatment for an inflammatory disorder. The invention also relates to tumor necrosis factor- (TNF-?) and interleukin (IL-1, IL-6, IL-8) inhibitory activity of the said compositions.

Abstract: A composition comprising cartilage extract, grape seed extract and tomato extract was found to have remarkable anti-oxidant effect and free-radical inhibition. The tomato extract comprises lycopene. The composition which comprises a hydrophilic antioxidant, a lipophilic (hydrophobic) antioxidant, and a cartilage extract dramatically increases collagen synthesis in the dermis. Furthermore, the composition lowers collagenase activity and levels of advanced glycation end products (AGE). The signs of ageing, such as photoageing due to exposure to UV radiation, are related to the levels of collagen syntheses and free-radical oxidation. Compositions of the invention are intended for the treatment of ageing skin and the delaying of the onset of the signs of ageing in healthy skin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a natural sedative composition for the treatment of insomnia, anxiety, stress and all kinds of sleep disorders, the composition comprising extract of plant Myristica fragrans and/or plant Hedychium spicatum and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Also disclosed are methods for obtaining the plant extract and dosage forms.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing an abrasive substance, where natural kernels, shells, fruit skins and/or seeds are ground to give a flour of defined particle size, the flour is treated in aqueous suspension with at least one bleaching agent, in which the addition of the bleaching agent takes place in two steps, where, in the first step, at least 40% by weight to 90% by weight of the total amount of bleaching agent is added and the flour is sterilized in the acidic medium and, in the second step, the lightening and degreasing of the flour is brought about by the simultaneous metered addition of the remainder of the bleaching agent with an alkali solution in alkaline medium, and its use in cosmetic preparations.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided herein that provide for promoting cellular health and treatment of cancer, and allied diseases such as diabetes and glaucoma.

Abstract: A method of preparing pest repellent for harvesting plants, a method of processing agricultural harvested products, a method of treating vegetable waste, a method for producing a cleansing composition for pest repellent and a cleansing composition for pest repellent are provided. The method of preparing pest repellant comprises providing plants, collecting parts of the plants, obtaining an extract from the parts of the plants, and applying the extract to the harvested plants. The method for processing agricultural harvested products comprises providing harvested agricultural products, collecting parts of the harvested agricultural products, obtaining an extract from the parts of the harvested agricultural products and applying the extract to clean the harvested agricultural products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an athermal process of obtaining concentrated Garcinia extract by using osmotic membrane distillation (OMD).

Abstract: A phenolic fraction of fruit obtained from the Rosaceae family and also to the process for the specific extraction of this fraction. The phenolic fraction is rich in dihydrochalcones (phloridzin and phloretin) and may be used as a cosmetic, dietary, or nutraceutical preparation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions and their constituents for inhibiting 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), in living organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the inhibition of 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), using processed Morinda citrifolia L. plant products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a botanical drug or dietary supplement for use in the treatment of patients suffering from Hepatitis C virus infection. More particularly, it relates to a botanical drug consisting essentially of four botanical drug substances, optionally formulated with excipients, for use either in alleviating the symptoms of Hepatitis, particularly chronic Hepatitis C, and/or inhibiting the activity of the causative Hepatitis C virus. The botanical raw materials, botanical drug substances or botanical ingredients used are from a species of each of the genera: (a) Silybum; (b) Astragalus or Hedysarum; (c) Salvia; and (d) Schisandra.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition containing an extract of Rubi Fructus for preventing and treating anxiety, depression and dementia and improving memory. The composition can be used as drugs and dietary supplements which induce prophylactic and therapeutic effects on anxiety, depression and dementia as well as memory-improving effect in the moderns afflicted with the modification of neurotransmitter releases and brain damage caused by external environmental factors including various kinds of stresses, menopause, drinking alcohols, smoking cigarettes and others.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and formulations directed inhibiting carbonic anhydrase, fatty acid amide hydrolase and endothelin-converting enzymes comprising the administration of processed Morinda citrifolia based formulations.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to plant based formulations for improving liver health by protecting the liver from alcohol and chemical insults and/or by inducing phase II enzymes. Formulations according to the present invention include wasabi root fiber powder, artichoke leaf extract, asparagus dehydrate, kudzu root extract, oregano extract, schisandra berry extract, notoginseng (ethanol extract of Panax notoginseng root), sanchi (water extracts from Panax notoginseng root), Gegen root extract (Pueraria omeiensis), spinach dehydrate, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present invention resides in a cosmetic product comprising a surfactant, glycerine monopropylene glycol, and a seaweed extract.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of alleviating or inhibiting one or more symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, acid reflux, psoriasis, cartilage nodules, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or hypoglycemia in a mammal. The method comprises the step of contacting the mammal's skin with a composition that includes a fruit-vegetable extract. The fruit-vegetable extract is present in an amount effective to alleviate or inhibit one or more symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, acid reflux, psoriasis, cartilage nodules, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or hypoglycemia in the mammal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and formulations directed to increasing mammalian birth rates comprising the administration of processed Morinda citrifolia based formulations.

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: A dietary supplement including a unique combination of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and optionally vitamins, minerals and specialty ingredients. The supplement can include a fruit ingredient, a vegetable ingredient and an herbal ingredient, wherein the fruit ingredient is at least one of pomegranate and citrus bioflavonoids, wherein the vegetable ingredient is at least one of asparagus, lutein, lycopene and watercress, and wherein the herbal ingredient is at least one of basil, oregano and rosemary. The supplement can be administered to subjects to correct a dietary deficiency of phytochemicals and other nutrients, improve the amount of antioxidants in the subject, and decrease free radical damage in the subject.

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.

Abstract: A product made by a process which results in compositions enriched in total phenols includes purification steps not involving the addition of bisulfite ions. The enriched compositions are characterized as containing monomeric, oligomeric and polymeric phenols, total phenol concentration >12% and exhibiting in vitro COX-2 inhibitory activity enhanced by a factor of at least 2.5 over a standard aspirin dose of 660 ?g/mL.

Abstract: This invention makes public a kind of Chinese patent medicine for treating female mycotic leucorrhea, gonorrhea. It includes 8-20 weight portions of veronica, 12-30 weight portions of fruit of Chinese azalea, 30-40 weight portions of greenbrier, 15-20 weight portions of fruit of glossy privet. Fleece-flower root, leonurus, “Cao Xian”, calcined oyster shell, and “Gui Zhong” can also be added to it to increase the curative effect. Cuidium officiuala, Chinese yam, agalloch and tree peony bark can also be added to it the achieve the effect of dispelling wind and promoting blood circulation. Fox-glove and drug of solomonseal can also be added to it to further achieve the effect of tonifying “qi” and improving one's look. Summing up the pesticide effect, this invention is a Chinese patent medicine for treating female mycotic leucorrhea, gonorrhea.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination of an Actinidia preparation and one or more steroids, and the use of such a combination to prevent and/or treat allergic and non-allergic inflammatory conditions or diseases, to alleviate at least one symptom of such conditions or diseases, and/or to regulate an immune response in a mammal.

Abstract: An extract of passion fruit is prepared. The extract has the effect of lowering blood pressure and serum nitric oxide levels in mammals. The extract also provides a hepatoprotective effect, as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in mammals. A novel compound was identified in the extract and given the name edulilic acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbal-derived compositions comprising extracts of polysaccharides and carotenoids from Goji species for management of ocular disorders, diabetes, bone metabolism, arthritis, muscle loss, cardiovascular disorders, immunological disorders, fatigue, body weight, sexual disorders, aging disorders, dermatological disorders and neurological disorders. Further provided are methods for making the compositions, and methods for treating subjects with various adverse health conditions with therapeutically or health-promotionally effective amounts of the compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for prophylaxis or treatment of urinary system infection, comprising a matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor. The present invention also relates to a method for prophylaxis or treatment of urinary system infection, comprising administering to a patient in need of such treatment an effective amount of composition comprising a matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor.

Abstract: Particles (10) for controlling, treating, feeding of aquatic invertebrate filter feeding organisms such as mussels, clams, oysters and insect larvae comprising a biologically active ingredient (13) embedded within or surrounded by an innocuous carrier material (12). The organism effectively concentrates the active ingredient within its body by feeding on the particles, thereby reducing the total amount of active ingredient required to be used.

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 present invention relates to a process for obtaining a furan lipid-rich unsaponifiable material from avocado, which comprises the successive steps (1) of controlled dehydration of fresh avocados or of avocados that have undergone preliminary transformations, (2) of extraction of the oil from dehydrated fruit, (3) of a heat treatment of the extracted oil and of a step of concentration of the unsaponifiable fraction of the oil or alternately, these two operations possibly being carried out successively in this order or in the reverse order, and finally (4) a step of saponification and of extraction of the unsaponifiable material.

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 another aspect, a method of improving the transport of ascorbate into cells and tissues is provided that includes providing a composition comprising ascorbate and at least one ascorbate-glucose transport enhancer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel herbal composition for maintaining/caring the skin around the eye, the composition comprising extracts of Saxifraga ligulata syn. Bergenia ligulata, Cipadessa baccifera and Emblica officinalis and cosmeceutical excipients thereof. Also disclosed is a method of extraction, delivery system comprising the same and use thereof.

Abstract: This application relates to a material which is suitable for the treatment of atopic disease, non-atopic eczema or psoriasis. The material can be extracted from a freeze-dried decoction of a mixture comprising the following Chinese herbs: Radix Ledebouriella, Fructus Tribuli, Herba Potentilla chinensis, Caulis Clematis armandii, Radix Rehmannia, Radix Glycyrrhiza, Radix Paeonia rubra, Cortex Dictamni radicis, Herba Lopatheri, Spica Schizonepetae. The material comprises one or more of those components present in the freeze-dried decoction which run with Rf values in the ranges 0.00 to 0.100, 0.167 to 0.300, 0.400 to 0.533, 0.700 to 0.833 or 0.900 to 0.967 if the freeze-dried decoction is diluted in aqueous solution and subjected to chromatography on a Whatman 2 cms×55 cms×3 mm cellulose strip for 10 hours using a solvent mixture of butanol, ethanol and water in the proportions 4:1:1.

Abstract: A time-released dietary supplement is disclosed. The dietary supplement is meant be taken upon going to bed in the evening. The active ingredients are released during the night so the person will wake up energized and refreshed.

Abstract: Methods for promoting healthy body weight and improving a variety of related physiological factors, including serum serotonin levels, serum leptin levels, fat oxidation, cholesterol levels, and body mass index, in persons or other mammals, include administering to those persons or other mammals effective amounts of hydroxycitric acid or a combination of hydroxycitric acid, chromium and gymnemic acid, which work synergistically to further to promote healthy body weight and improve these physiological factors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an Nelumbinis semen extract having the effect of preventing or treating ischemic heart disease, as well as a pharmaceutical composition and health food for the prevention or treatment of ischemic heart diseases, which contain the Nelumbinis semen extract. The inventive Nelumbinis semen extract and the pharmaceutical composition and health food containing the same have the effect of recovering the heart which fails to function properly by ischemic heart diseases. Accordingly, they will be useful for the prevention or treatment of ischemic heart diseases, such as angina and myocardial infarction.