Patents Assigned to Vitacost.com, Inc.
  • Patent number: 6936286
    Abstract: The key to the unique formulation is a combination of specific vitamins, minerals, herbs and nutrients. These essential components in the amounts provided uniquely contribute to improved bone mass and reduction of bone fracture rates. The formulation contains essential amounts of calcium, magnesium Vitamin D, Vitamin K-1, Folic Acid and Soy Isoflavones, as well as other ingredients and healthy filler components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2005
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6887497
    Abstract: The present invention involves a composition for oral ingestion that contains effective amounts of Glucosamine sulfate, Nettle Leaf, Quercetin, curcumin extract/curcuminoids, Selenium, Zinc, Vitamin C (calcium ascorbate) and Grape Seed Extract, as well as other ingredients and healthy filler ingredients. More specifically, this formulated product is a cartilage and joint maintenance and repair formulation. This formulation allows for enhanced function of joints and cartilage to treat and prevent osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other joint ailments/diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2005
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6649195
    Abstract: A powerful formulation for preventing and treating macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and other eye diseases, and contains over thirty naturally effective vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and amino acids, which have all been found to demonstrate a powerful protective effect on the health of the eye.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2003
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6572897
    Abstract: A composition that contains the most potent combination of nutrients with clinical studies proven to assist in the maintenance of insulin sensitivity and healthy blood sugar levels. The formulation contains essential amounts of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Chromium, Lutein, Bioflavonoids(quercetin and rutin), Mormordica Charantia extract, Corosolic Acid, and Gymnema Sylvestre Extract, as well as other ingredients and healthy filler ingredients.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6572899
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition that contains the most potent combination of nutrients which have been focused to assist in the struggle with memory loss, dementia and Alzheimers disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: Vitacost.Com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6565847
    Abstract: A powerful formulation for weight loss containing Green Tea extract, hydroxycitric acid, thermogenic herbs, glucomannan, chromium, and a probiotic. The formulation boasts metabolic rates, suppresses appetite and helps burn fat without having adverse cardiovascular effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6565896
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition which allows individuals to lower and maintain healthy cholesterol levels in the blood, and treat and prevent heart disease and strokes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: VitaCost.Com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6551629
    Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for to assist in the achievement of optimal cardiovascular health. The composition addresses various concerns including low antioxidant status, low levels of essential fatty acids, magnesium, potassium, and elevated levels of homocysteine. It is designated to treat and prevent heart disease and stroke.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Assignee: Vitacost.com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek
  • Patent number: 6383482
    Abstract: A powerful formulation for weight loss containing green tea extract, hydroxycitric acid, 5-hydroxytryptophan, glucomannan, chromium picolinate, and Lactobacillus acidophilus is disclosed. The formulation boasts metabolic rates, suppresses appetite and helps burn fat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2002
    Assignee: Vitacost.Com, Inc.
    Inventor: Wayne F. Gorsek