Patents Assigned to Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.
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Patent number: 9220741Abstract: A method of enhancing weight loss involves administering to an overweight human a weight loss product that includes a mixture of Alchemilla vulgaris, Olea europaea, Cuminum cyminum, and Mentha longiflora (in the weight proportion 12:10:5:4), to which is added at least one herbal ingredient such as Malpighia glabra. As additional ingredients at least one of Conjugated linoleic acid and caffeine can be provided, with the caffeine in the form of caffeine anhydrous, Coffea Arabica, Coffea canephora, Camellia sinensis, Ilex paraguariensis, Guarana, Theobroma cacao, and kola nut. In one preferred embodiment the method involves administering, optionally in tablet form, a composition consisting essentially of the mixture of Alchemilla vulgaris, Olea europaea, Cuminum cyminum, and Mentha longiflora; caffeine anhydrous; Vitamin C; Lyceum barbarum; Malpighia glabra; Blueberry; Punica granatum; Bilberry; and one or more excipients. Other ingredients may be used as well in accordance with specific disclosed formulations.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2011Date of Patent: December 29, 2015Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Shawn Shirazi, James Akrong, Phil Apong, Raza Bashir, Craig Wissent
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Publication number: 20130136810Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising plants and extracts of plants with chlorogenic acids and antioxidants and/or caffeine; methods for preparing the same; and methods to promote weight loss through the administration of compositions containing these plants and plant extracts in specific proportions.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2013Publication date: May 30, 2013Applicant: NORTHERN INNOVATIONS AND FORMULATIONS CORP.Inventor: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.
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Patent number: 8372447Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising plants and extracts of plants with chlorogenic acids and antioxidants and/or caffeine; methods for preparing the same; and methods to promote weight loss through the administration of compositions containing these plants and plant extracts in specific proportions.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2010Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: John Doherty, Phil Apong, James Akrong, Shawn Shirazi
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Publication number: 20130018061Abstract: A method for improving exercise performance and recovery from exercise is provided. The method involves administration of a specific ratio of caffeine and L-theanine. The method is useful for any individual participating in exercise and may be particularly beneficial for individuals accustomed to regular, high caffeine intake.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2011Publication date: January 17, 2013Applicant: Northern Innovations and Formulations CorpInventors: Raza Bashir, Craig Wissent
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Publication number: 20120225144Abstract: An extraction method for extracts of Geranium or Pelargonium with improved methylhexaneamine content is provided. The method involves separating the oil phase from the aqueous phase; concentrating the aqueous phase; purifying the oil phase; and recombining the resulting material. Additionally, extracts of Geranium or Pelargonium prepared by the extraction method are provided. The extracts are useful in compositions, for example as dietary supplements, and for appetite suppression.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 2, 2011Publication date: September 6, 2012Applicant: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: James Akrong, Shawn Shirazi, Vincent Scalisi, Jason Peters
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Publication number: 20120052137Abstract: A weight loss product comprises a mixture of Alchemilla vulgaris, Olea europaea, Cuminum cyminum, and Mentha longiflora (in the weight proportion 12:10:5:4), to which additional ingredients have been added to increase weight loss efficacy.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2011Publication date: March 1, 2012Applicant: NORTHERN INNOVATIONS AND FORMULATIONS CORP.Inventors: Shawn Shirazi, James Akrong, Phil Apong, Raza Bashir, Craig Wissent
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Publication number: 20120034323Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising plants and extracts of plants with chlorogenic acids and antioxidants and/or caffeine; methods for preparing the same; and methods to promote weight loss through the administration of compositions containing these plants and plant extracts in specific proportions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2010Publication date: February 9, 2012Applicant: NORTHERN INNOVATIONS AND FORMULATIONS CORP.Inventors: John Doherty, Phil Apong, James Akrong, Shawn Shirazi
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Publication number: 20120020947Abstract: The present invention relates to novel methods and compositions comprising casein, creatine or derivatives of creatine, branched chain amino acids and proteases useful for increasing lean muscle mass after exercise.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2011Publication date: January 26, 2012Applicant: NORTHERN INNOVATIONS AND FORMULATIONS CORP.Inventors: Shawn Shirazi, Phil Apong, James Akrong
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Patent number: 8062679Abstract: A composition comprising at least a therapeutically effective amount of L-carnitine fumarate, and an extract of Coleus forskohlii is provided to maintain androgen and androgen-like uptake potential in cells, via simultaneous increase in the availability of androgen receptors and improved availability of androgen and androgen-like molecules. A method of same is also provided. The present invention further comprises therapeutically effective amounts of one or more of N-acetyl L-carnitine, melatonin. ubidecarenone (coenzyme Q10), idebenone, decylubiquinone, an extract of Agaricus blazei Murill, and ginsenoside Rb1.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2007Date of Patent: November 22, 2011Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Ken Clement, Shan Chaudhuri, Michele Molino, Phil Apong
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Patent number: 7993685Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for improving skeletal muscle protein metabolism through encouraging skeletal muscle protein synthesis, reducing skeletal muscle protein degradation, and attenuating inflammatory signaling in exercising muscle.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2010Date of Patent: August 9, 2011Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Ken Clement, Shan Chaudhuri, Phil Apong, Michele Molino, Jason Peters
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Patent number: 7956218Abstract: The present invention relates to stable salts of ?-alanine and an organic acid endowed with enhanced nutritional and/or therapeutical efficacy in respect to their individual effects and to solid compositions containing such salts, particularly suited to oral administration. A method of preparation is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2007Date of Patent: June 7, 2011Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Michele Molino, Joseph MacDougall
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Publication number: 20110059906Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of improving the energy status of an individual by enhancing the usage of lactate. Improved lactate usage is accomplished through a composition comprising lactate precursors, adrenergic receptor agonists and insulinotropic agents.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2010Publication date: March 10, 2011Applicant: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Jason Peters, Michele Molino
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Patent number: 7795204Abstract: Food supplement compositions and their methods of use in increasing lean mass and/or muscle size and/or strength in individuals, particularly, athletes is described. The food supplements described comprise a substance which increases nitric oxide production in the body, and, a source of amino acids. Other food supplements described comprise a substance which can enhance and/or mimic insulin activity, and a source of amino acids. The food supplement compositions described are suitable for supplementing the diet of an athlete and particularly for enhancing an athlete's muscle size or strength.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2004Date of Patent: September 14, 2010Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Paul T. Gardiner, Derek E. Woodgate, Mark S. Gilbert, Robert W. Thoburn
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Publication number: 20100136147Abstract: A dietary supplement and method for supporting weight loss and reducing the waist circumference of an individual, the dietary supplement comprising an extract of Cissus Quadrangularis stem and leaf, an extract of Green Tea leaf and an effective amount of Caffeine Anhydrous. The dietary supplement may further comprise at least one of Chromium Polynicotinate, an extract of Soy Bean Albumin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, L-selenomethionine, Cyanocobalmin, Yohimbine Hydrochloride and Folic Acid.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 8, 2006Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventors: Marvin A. Heuer, Ken Clement, Shan Chaudhuri
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Patent number: 7714154Abstract: The present invention describes compounds produced from an amino acid molecule and a fatty acid molecule. The compounds being in the form of amino-fatty acid compounds being bound by an anhydride linkage, or mixtures thereof made by reacting amino acids or derivatives thereof with an appropriate fatty acid previously reacted with a thionyl halide. The administration of such molecules provides supplemental amino acids with enhanced bioavailability and the additional benefits conferred by the specific fatty acid.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 2008Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Assignee: Northern Innovations and Formulations Corp.Inventor: Joseph MacDougall