Abstract: An improved method for heat treating flour. The resulting flour has increased moisture absorption and increased strength. Dough made from the heat-treated flour has improved performance, and baked goods made from the heat-treated flour have improved properties relative to dough and baked goods made from untreated flour.

Abstract: Provided are compositions that contain water-soluble vitamin E derivative mixtures (compositions), such as tocopheryl polyethylene glycol succinate (TPGS), TPGS analogs, TPGS homologs and TPGS derivatives. The water-soluble vitamin E mixtures contain mixtures that include dimers and monomers of the vitamin E derivative, where the amount of dimer is greater than 12%, such as 29%, 35%, 50%, 60%, and the amount of monomer is less than 87% by weight of the water-soluble vitamin E derivative mixture. Also provided are products containing the water-soluble vitamin E derivative mixtures, including, concentrates for dilution into aqueous beverages and compositions for direct ingestion.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a dietary supplement that includes plant ferritin; and methods of use of such a supplement.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-DAGs with melting point ranges of from about 32° C. to about 37° C. for use in a variety of hard fat applications and in particular for the preparation of a cocoa butter substitute for confectionery use. The invention contemplates novel 1,3-DAGs, cocoa butter substitute incorporating such 1,3-DAG compounds, confectionery products and shortenings containing both and methods of making such.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel methods of making a non-corrosive base solution for use as an alkalinity increasing agent and/or antioxidant. The compositions and methods described herein are useful for optimizing health and performance; preventing illness; decreasing recovery times from exertion, illness, and injury; increasing energy levels; improving exercise performance; improving hydration; preventing muscle damage after exercise; and increasing stamina during exercise. The present invention further provides novel compositions and methods which can be used to provide relief from disorders related to or complicated by acidosis or excessive free radical or other reactive oxygen species production.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions delivered in vivo in a time controlled manner sustainable over long periods of time, provide enhancing athletic performance, increased hand/eye coordination and concentration on the task at hand.

Abstract: Methods, compositions, and articles of manufacture for preparing frozen beverages are described. The methods and articles generally include first and/or second frozen pellets. Upon mixing the frozen pellets with an appropriate liquid for a sufficient time, a frozen beverage is obtained. Articles of manufacture including frozen pellets, as well as optional objects such as straws, spoons, and mixing containers are disclosed. Methods, compositions, and articles of manufacture for preparing frozen pellets are also described.

Abstract: The present patent application relates to a novel coating system, coated compositions with such a coating system, as well as to the use of such compositions in the production food, feed, dietary supplements and/or pharmaceutical products, as well as to food, feed, dietary supplements and/or pharmaceutical products comprising such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of suppressing appetite or promoting a stimulant effect in an individual in need thereof, comprising administering to the individual per 24 hour period an effective amount of one or more alkali metals selected from the group consisting of one or more sources of cesium, one or more sources of rubidium, one or more sources of lithium, and combinations thereof. The present invention further relates to weight loss or stimulant compositions comprising one or more alkali metals.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a strategy for providing therapeutic or cosmetic benefit to skin by topically applying arginine chemically bound to a second (non-oligoarginine) compound in order to increase transepithelial delivery of arginine through a combination of increased solubility and flux across the skin. The arginine heteromers of the invention can add other complementary or beneficial properties for the skin beyond those that are arginine-related.

Abstract: A beverage system is created having beverage, with at least one liquid. The beverage is created in a variety, including tea drink, coffee drink, milk drink, yogurt drink, malted drink, roasted cereal grain beverage, roasted nut and seed beverage, roasted bean beverage, distilled water, mineral water, sports drink, fruit juice, vegetable juice, fruit drink, vegetable drink, fruit skin drink, vegetable skin drink, plant drink, soft drink, alcoholic drink, and soup drink. The beverage is also created with or without addition of ingredient, including flavoring ingredient, nutritional ingredient, health ingredient, and other ingredient. The beverage can be served as hot drink, cold drink, cold drink with ice, and warm drink. The beverage can be caffeinated, or non caffeinated; and diet or non diet. The liquid includes water, oil, and alcohol. The beverage system is created in various form, including bubble beverage, instant beverage, and beverage with dissolved gas.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of extruded formulations comprising oil-in-water emulsion droplets, to such formulations as well as to the use.

Abstract: A method and composition are provided for coating a component to achieve colon-targeted delivery. A component is coated with a fructose-based non-digestible carbohydrate such as a inulin, fructo-oligosaccharide or neosugar. The coated component is orally administered to a monogastric animal. The non-digestible coating causes the composition to pass through the stomach and small intestine without being degraded, and delivers the component to the colon where the coating is digested by microbial fermentation and the component is released.

Abstract: Liquid activated infusion packet(s)/system: promoting hydration, containing active and/or inactive ingredients and/or a support member(s). Infusion Packet(s)/System is one or more individual compartments, and/or group(s), whereby the enveloping material(s) may be totally or partially dissolvable, edible, transparent, opaque, decorated, etc. Further, including of one or more: color(s), flavor(s), aroma(s), pharmaceutical(s), nutraceutical(s), dietary supplement(s), enzyme(s), pre/probiotic(s), amino-acid(s), soluble-fiber(s), diagnostic agent(s) etc. regardless of form, +/?effervescence, +/?uniform/controlled-release encapsulations into liquid for humans and/or animals. Enveloping material may be in whole and/or in combination; nonsynthetic/porous, and/or synthetic porous/non-porous with deliberate perforations. Infusion Packet(s)/System +/?tag, support member for assistance, consumer compliance: promotion, advertising, education, entertainment, (toy/game), etc.

Abstract: The principles of the present invention provide novel compositions and methods for making a low-chloride salt blend, high-concentrate beverage syrup. The method includes combining a high-concentrate beverage syrup and a salt blend low in chlorides to maintain organoleptic properties while minimizing corrosion of metallic components in beverage dispensers.

Abstract: A crystal comestible product and method of making it are provided. The crystal comestible product is suitable for use as a food additive, a flavor additive, a nutritional additive, and decoration. The crystal comestible product includes a matrix of edible crystals surrounding air pockets and free spaces, providing a light crunchy crispy texture. The crystal comestible product may include ingredients that add flavor, color, nutritional value, texture, structure, or stability. Suitable ingredients include fresh herbs, fresh flowers, spices, natural and synthetic flavors, nuts, vitamins and minerals.

Abstract: A therapeutic formulation containing mucin glycans derived from one or a number of nutritionally appropriate sources is described.

Abstract: A high cysteine content zein composition is provided. A method and system for the manufacture of the bioproduct is likewise disclosed herein.

Abstract: A novel snack system is created in various form, variety, and with various ingredient. The snack system is created being a snack, with at least one ingredient, and at least one texture. The category of snack includes cheese, powdery candy, soft candy, creamy candy, gummy candy, hard candy, liquid candy, fudge candy, chocolate, ice cream, ice milk, sherbet, gelato, yogurt, sorbet, tofu, jelly, pudding, chewing gum, roll, pie, biscuit, cookie, donut, pastry, cake, pancake, crepe, waffle, bread, tortilla, and taco. The snack can be served at room temperature, cold from refrigerator, warm, hot, and reheated. The snack is in form selected from group consisting of interior filing of ingredient, outer coating of ingredient, and formation of snack roll. The snack is also created with addition of various ingredients. The snack is created with at least one ingredient selected from group consisting of flavoring ingredient, nutritional ingredient, health ingredient, and other ingredient.

Abstract: A beverage using coconut juice as a sole fluid base supplying water, fortified with one or more nutrients such as vitamins and minerals. The nutrient may be of a type which is insoluble in water, and has been artificially solubilized for compatibility with the fluid base. The beverage may be provided in concentrate form by removing some or all of the water present in natural coconut juice. The concentrate may be reconstituted by adding water obtained from a source other than the original coconut juice. The beverage or the concentrate may include non-nutritive components such as carbonation, sweeteners, preservatives, coloring agents, artificial flavors and fragrances.

Abstract: Coated particulate material used to enable the incorporation of calcium materials in a beverage product (especially those having a low pH) preserved with sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP) are disclosed. The particulates are made up of a substrate material, such as a calcium salt, such as calcium phosphate. The substrate material can, in preferred embodiments, be incorporated into a prill which utilizes a sterol as the prilling material. The substrate material, preferably in the form of a prill, is then coated with a phospholipid coating, such as hydrogenated phosphatidyl choline, such that the final coated particulate product includes from about 70% to about 200% (by weight of the substrate) of the phospholipid coating. Beverage compositions which include these coated particulates are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of making concentrated and high viscosity oatmeal based food product that contains an enhanced and desirable flavorant profile and is easily adaptable to portable meals and mass distribution. The oatmeal product can be incorporated into an on the go food item, while retaining the beneficial health characteristics of a porridge.

Abstract: A food product high in calories from fat and carbohydrate is provided. The fat is incorporated in powder for later mixing with an aqueous medium to form a viscous liquid that is stable against phase separation of the oil and water. The product also includes protein and preferably at least one of vitamins and minerals. The food product has a low water activity and is packaged in a sealed container.

Abstract: Stable thickener formulations and nutritional compositions having the stable thickener formulations are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a stable thickener formulation comprising from about 0.015% to about 0.05% by weight of carrageenan and from about 1.2% to about 4.0% by weight of starch. The stable thickener formulation can be used in nutritional compositions used to treat a variety of physiological conditions.

Abstract: Methods and systems for preparing soft or firm/semi-hard cheese are provided, as well as soft or firm/semi-hard cheese prepared by the methods. The methods typically involve the formation of a slurry that contains blended or molten cheese curd. A variety of ingredients can be introduced into the curd used to prepare the slurry, the slurry that is formed, or at other stages along the manufacturing process to tailor the performance and nutritional characteristics of the final cheese product. The slurry in some methods is directly processed to form a final cheese product. In other methods, the slurry undergoes various types of processing to achieve certain desired composition or performance requirements.

Abstract: An alkaline sports drink that utilizes phosphate buffer to achieve a pH of 7.4(+/?0.3) for the purpose of preventing dental caries, improving physical performance, and benefiting overall health, is disclosed. This beverage product is stable at an alkaline pH, which is beneficial for oral health and the use of phosphate buffer increases physical performance by increasing muscle oxygen availability. The product is beneficial to overall health by buffering harmful acidic metabolites and aiding in their excretion from the body.

Abstract: Polymorphic and amorphous forms of Rebaudioside X and methods for preparing the same are provided herein. Also provided herein are Rebaudioside X complexes and methods for preparing the same. Sweetener compositions and sweetened compositions comprising Rebaudioside X forms and Rebaudioside X complexes are described, as well as and methods of their preparation. Methods of improving the flavor and/or temporal profile of sweetenable compositions, such as beverages, are also provided herein.

Abstract: The present application relates to a chunky product suitable for mixing in or as the sole component of animal food compositions, which comprises, in percent by weight based on the total weight of the chunky product: meat and/or animal by-products 10-55% by weight, further proteins 5-50% by weight, at least one water-binding component 0.5-15% by weight, optionally added water 10-30% by weight, wherein the chunky product comprises at least one phase in which all the proteins are present in substantially denatured form.

Abstract: The subject of this invention is the baby and infant food comprising whole olive fruit. Olive oil have an important role in Mediterranean diet. Olive oil helps to protect the cardiovascular system, to regulate immune system and to protect from cancer. Olive oil with all these properties is used in homemade and also industrially manufactured baby foods. However the only constituent that is useful for health is not the oil. Whole olives, other than oil is more rich in respect to vitamin, mineral, fiber and phenolic substances and contains pure oil not submitted to any extraction process. In spite of all these mentioned advantages of olives, olive oil traditionally is used in baby foods, but olives, mainly due to their bitterness. In the world requirements are increasing besides to their health effect, to less refined and minimally processed foods. For this purpose baby/infant foods having bitter/debittered olives are developed by solving the mentioned problem.

Abstract: An apparatus for preparing a melon juice concentrate, such as watermelon juice concentrate, includes a finisher with brushes for separating melon flesh from melon rind including leaving at least 1/16 inch flesh on the rind and screens for separating juice from flesh. The apparatus also includes a steamer to reduce bacteria count on whole melon, a chopper for chopping melons into pieces less than about 16 inches square, an extractor for extracting juice from the flesh, and an evaporator for concentrating melon juice to form melon juice concentrate. The steamer includes a cylinder frame, steam jets directing steam through apertures in the cylinder frame at whole melon therein, and a motivator to move the whole melon along the cylinder frame. The apparatus can also process cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and other melon.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the field of membranes. In particular, the present invention relates to a composition comprising bodies surrounded by a membrane. The composition are for example edible compositions. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a composition containing an oily fraction, a hydrophilic fraction, and at least one body, wherein the body comprises a shell comprising several molecular layers of chitosan and at least one lipidic phosphatidic acid surfactant; and a content comprising an internal phase containing a hydrophilic component and/or a hydrophobic component. The Composition may be used to protect a food product or to deliver specific properties to a product, for example.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to homogeneous plastic mass compositions. Specifically, the present dis closure relates to vegetable-based compositions in the form of vegetable or vegetable/fruit leathers. In a general embodiment, nutritional products are provided that include at least about 75% by weight of at least one vegetable, where the product is a homogeneous plastic mass having a water activity ranging from about 0.3 to about 1.0. In another embodiment, nutritional products are provided that include at least about 15% by weight of at least one vegetable and at least about 40% by weight of at least one fruit, where the product is a homogeneous plastic mass having a water activity ranging from about 0.3 to about 1.0. Methods for making and using the nutritional products are also provided by the present disclosure.

Abstract: A processed food has an inoffensive or pleasant aroma. The aroma may be developed by including carbohydrate-rich protein sources and limiting non-nutritive acids, plasticizers, and/or artificial colorants. The aroma may be developed or maintained by including anti-oxidants and/or limiting animal digests or animal by-products added after cooking the food. The food may exclude or have limited content of rendered products of bovine or porcine origin.

Abstract: The invention relates to a preparation process of a co-crystal made of sugar and a natural sweetener and, eventually, another aggregate and with said product. The process is further related with co-crystallizing sucrose and a natural sweetener in a vacuum pan under controlled pressure and temperature conditions and separating the crystal from the sugar juice. At the end of the process, the co-crystallized sub-products are used for producing a low calorie content liquid sweetener such that in a high percentage all the stock material is used.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food composition which contains a protein hydrolysate from a legume and cocoa.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for producing stable foods and beverages that contain high concentrations of additives such as essential fatty acids, including omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, conjugated fatty acids, and other fatty acids; phytochemicals, including phytosterols and carotenoids; oil soluble vitamins; alpha lipoic acid; other oils; and coenzymes, including Coenzyme Q10, and other oil-based additives.

Abstract: The present technology provides an edible composition including a plurality of dietary strands coated with a flavored coating; where the interior of each dietary strand comprises a fat, protein, carbohydrate, or a combination thereof; where the dietary strands are braided or woven together; and where the flavor of the interior of the dietary strand is distinct from the flavor of the flavored coating. Also provided are methods of providing an animal with nourishment, including providing the animal with any one of the edible compositions described herein. The animal may or may not be a human.

Abstract: The present technology provides, in one aspect, an edible or inhalable composition including an isolated “antagonist ligand” or an isolated “antagonist antibody” or an antigen-binding fragment thereof, which specifically binds a taste receptor ligand or an olfactory receptor ligand. Foods and intranasal formulations containing the above-described compositions are described, as are methods of use.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the field of nutrition, in particular performance nutrition. In particular, the present invention relates to a novel carbohydrate bar comprising glucose and fructose in a ratio in the range of 3:1 to 1:1. The carbohydrate bar of the present invention can be used to treat or prevent problems with the gastrointestinal tract while allowing for an enhanced blood sugar maintenance and/or an increased exogenous carbohydrate oxidation.

Abstract: Methods are provided herein for producing a food bar with increased shelf life, by adding a softener, such as soluble fiber, highly branched carbohydrate, and/or indigestible or poorly digestible carbohydrate. Methods are also provided herein for producing food bars with increased protein content.

Abstract: A food composition comprising soy whey proteins that have been isolated from processing streams, wherein the food composition is used to form a baked or extruded food product. A process for recovering and isolating soy whey proteins and other components from soy processing streams is also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage composition comprising soy whey proteins that have been isolated from processing streams, wherein the beverage composition is used to form a beverage product. A process for recovering and isolating soy whey proteins and other components from soy processing streams is also disclosed.

Abstract: A controlled release form of a non-protein nitrogenous feedstock for animals is provided. In certain embodiments, the non-protein nitrogenous feedstock is urea, the animals are ruminants, and the release of the nitrogen is pH-dependent. Processes and methods for manufacturing and administering a non-protein nitrogenous feedstock for animals, as described herein, are also provided.

Abstract: Provided are a dairy product containing functional alginic acid beads and a preparation method thereof. The dairy product includes a composition containing 1 to 10% of alginic acid beads based on the weight of the dairy product. The alginic acid beads are formed by dropping into a 1.0 to 5.0% calcium lactate solution, a mixed solution including 0.5 to 15.0% by weight of a functional material including vitamin C, vitamin E, iron, omega-3, a water-soluble dietary fiber or a combination thereof, 25.0 to 45.0% by weight of refined sugar, 0.5 to 2.0% by weight of sodium alginate, 0.001 to 0.1% by weight of a grapefruit seed extract, 0.5 to 1.5% by weight of a natural pigment and 37.0 to 60.0% by weight of purified water. The dairy product contains alginic acid beads containing functional dietary fiber material and functional material in beads visible to the naked eyes to provide nutritional satisfaction and visual satisfaction.

Abstract: A method for maintaining, optimizing, strengthening or promoting cardiovascular health of an individual, wherein an amount of menaquinone has been added to a food product such that the level of menaquinone is 5 to 5000 ?g per 100 g of food product.

Abstract: An edible wafer containing nutritional supplement formulations suitable for specific enhancement of cell and mitochondrial function comprises enriched formulations of phospholipids or phospholipid chemical precursors containing inulin and specifically identified concentrations of phosphatidylglycerol, phosphatidic acid and phosphatidylcholine, and mitochondrial and cell membrane phospholipid molecules as well as other desirable constituents. These edible wafer lipid combinations can be used to treat mitochondrial disorders associated with medical pathologies, chronic illnesses and syndromes, or to maintain lipid balance for normal mitochondrial function, and can be administered in many different forms.

Abstract: Soft or firm/semi-hard ripened or unripened cheese products that has a native or modified starch and one or more additional ingredients are described. The additional ingredients may be chosen from a non-fat dry milk, a milk protein, an acidity regulator, an acid, an anticaking agent, an antifoaming agent, a coloring agent, an emulsifier, an enzyme preparation, a flavoring agent, a firming agent, a food protein, a gelling agent, a preservative, sequestrants, a stabilizer, a thickener, an oil, a fat, a cheese powder, a salt, a nutritional supplement, an acid, an enzyme, a neutraceutical, a carbohydrate, a vitamin, and a mineral. The starch, and additional ingredients may have a combined concentration of greater than 10%, by weight of the cheese product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an amino acid-based nutritional formulation comprising, per 100 g total amino acids, between about 4.5 and about 5 g glutamate. The ratio of cysteine:methionine is in the range of about 0.9:1 to about 1:1.2. The nutritional formulation may also comprise a lipid source, a carbohydrate source, an emulsifier comprising CITREM or DATEM, and amino acids, wherein glutamate is present in an amount of between about 4.5 and about 5 g per 100 g total amino acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chewable soft capsule shell and a chewable soft capsule, and to a filled jelly sweet and a process for preparing a chewable soft capsule shell or filled jelly sweet, wherein the chewable soft capsule shell comprises gelatin 10%-50%, water retention agent 10%-40%, thickening agent 2%-20%, water 6%-20%, and said soft capsule shell has a thickness of 0.3-1.2 mm.

Abstract: Pet treats and chews that have been aerated during their production by a supercritical fluid are provided. The aeration process results in pet treats and chews that have a lower density and increased oral care properties in comparison to treats of similar composition that have not been similarly aerated.