Patents Represented by Law Firm Thorne, North & Western
  • Patent number: 5531989
    Abstract: A composition for restoring and maintaining gastrointestinal health comprises 40-60% by weight of an immunoglobulin composition comprising concentrated immunologically active immunoglobulins and 40-60% by weight of soluble dietary fiber selected from inulin, fructo-oligosaccharides, pectin, guar gum, and mixtures thereof. The immunoglobulin and fiber-containing composition can optionally contain one or more of a beneficial human intestinal microorganism, components of a non-immune natural defense system, an iron-sequestering molecule, and gluconic acid. Preferred beneficial human intestinal microorganisms include lactobacilli and bifidobacteria. The immunologically active immunoglobulins are preferably purified from bovine milk, milk products, or whey. Methods of use are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 1995
    Date of Patent: July 2, 1996
    Assignee: Metagenics, Inc.
    Inventor: Stephen M. Paul
  • Patent number: D503529
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2005
    Inventor: Susan Russell