Abstract: The invention relates to therapeutic compositions, solid oral dosage forms, and methods for treating, preventing, or alleviating lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), erectile dysfunction (ED), urinary incontinence, bladder obstruction, overactive bladder (OAB), underactive bladder, interstitial cystitis, prostatitis, bladder and prostate inflammation, prostate fibrosis or pelvic pain. The therapeutic compositions can comprise cranberry powder enriched in cranberry seeds or cranberry seed meal.

Abstract: The invention relates to process for converting berry and/or fruit materials to fractions comprising bioactive compounds, said process comprising the steps, where at least one berry material or fruit material selected from berries, fruits, by-products, side streams and waste materials originating from berries or fruits, and any combinations thereof is sieved whereby a seed fraction is separated from a skin fraction, the seed fraction is subjected to sanding and a seed coat fraction comprising surface layer of the seeds and a sanded seed fraction comprising the sanded seeds are obtained.

Abstract: Composition for strengthening the immune system and method of preparation of the same are disclosed herein. The disclosed herbal composition includes gold particles and honey which facilitate in boosting the immune system and overall health. It is believed to improve the physical and mental health of an individual. The disclosed composition is instrumental as immune stimulating and memory boosting agent.

Abstract: An antibacterial essential oil includes 100 parts by weight of a Juniperus chinensis extract, 30 to 70 parts by weight of an Aquilaria agallocha extract, 30 to 70 parts by weight of camellia oil, and 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Dendropanax morbifera extract. Additionally, the antibacterial essential oil includes 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Portulaca oleracea extract, and 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Houttuynia cordata extract, 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Salicornict herhacea extract, and 10 to 40 parts by weight of a licorice extract. Further, the antibacterial essential oil includes 10 to 40 parts by weight of an Arctium lcwixt tea extract, 10 to 40 parts by weight of a jujube extract, 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Paeonict japonica extract, and 10 to 40 parts by weight of a Chamaecyparis obtuse extract.

Abstract: Compositions comprising oil palm phenolics and shikimic acid or derivatives thereof and their use in enhancing anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.

Abstract: Compositions having at least one flavonoid of natural or synthetic origin in association with melatonin to increase the effectiveness of chemotherapeutic treatments used in human and veterinary medicine for the treatment of tumours are described. The compositions are in particular for the treatment of tumours resistant to the chemotherapeutic agents currently in use. The at least one flavonoid is selected from rutin, oxerutin, diosmin and hesperidin, preferably rutin.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for reducing the content of heavy metals in blood and improving the pulmonary function using green pear fruitlet extract. The green pear fruitlet extract can effectively reduce the content of harmful heavy metals in human body to prevent the harmful effects of heavy metals, and improve forced vital capacity and the peak expiratory flow of humans to reduce the respiratory resistance and increase the expiratory flow. The green pear fruitlet extract is prepared by extracting green pear fruitlet using water, alcohol, or a mixture of water and alcohol as a solvent.

Abstract: Methodologies and apparatuses are provided for producing new anti-cancer compounds and compositions by placing mushrooms or mushroom mycelia in contact with cancer cells or tissues and harvesting secretions produced by the mushrooms or mushroom mycelia which will destroy cancer cells without harming normal cells and tissues. The anti-cancer compounds are administered to humans or other mammals for cancer treatment.

Abstract: The invention relates to a whey protein product having a ratio of whey protein to casein in the range from about 25:75 to about less than 50:50, a total protein content of at least 20% on dry matter basis, and a protein content of about 2.5 to about 8% by weight, based on the weight of the product. The product has a favourable amino acid composition and is especially suitable for athletes. The invention also relates to a method for producing a whey protein product, using microfiltration and ultrafiltration. The whey protein product is composed of the ultrafiltration retentate and a casein-containing material at a ratio of whey protein to casein of about 20:80 to about less than 50:50 and a total protein content of at least about 20% on dry matter basis.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for providing a person with an exogenous and therapeutically effective supply of ketones are disclosed. The compositions may consist essentially of (a) purified butyrate (or esters or propionate salts thereof) and (b) purified beta-hydroxybutyrate (or esters or propionate salts thereof). The compositions may further include other pharmacologically active agents, such as acetyl-L carnitine, R-alpha lipoic acid, green tea extract, vitamins, and various combinations of such agents. The methods include providing a person with an exogenous supply of ketones, by orally administering a pharmacologic composition, which is effective to deliver 2000-5000 mg of a short chain fatty acid (e.g., butyrate) and 5000-10,000 mg of ketone (e.g., beta-hydroxybutyrate) on a daily basis.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a herbal compound extract to moderate diabetes with liver necrosis and fibrosis and applications thereof wherein a herbal compound consists of 10 to 20 units rhizome of Dendrobium nobile Lindl, 6 to 12 units fruiting body of Antrodia camphorata, 12 to 20 units root of Panax ginseng C. A. Mey, 10 to 30 units root of Rehmannia glutinosa Libosch, 15 to 30 units rhizome of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge., 6 to 12 units all of Pheretima asperfillm (E. Perrier), 10 to 30 units root of Pueraria mirifica, 8 to 15 units fruit of Schisandra chinensis (Turcz.) Baill and 6 to 8 units rhizome of Glycyrrhiza uralensis Fisch and the herbal compound extract is able to moderate symptoms comprising hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, abnormal liver function about liver necrosis and fibrosis due to the diabetes.

Abstract: A topical, non-prescription formulation of essential oils combined with skin permeation enhancers for the clinical treatment of plantar fasciitis in humans. The formulation may exclude black pepper essential oil. The present compositions and methods relate to a method for treating a disorder chosen from plantar fasciitis, bursitis, or arthritis in humans in a patient in need thereof, comprising administering to the patient compositions having a therapeutically effective amount of a combination of isoprenoidal essential oils, for example, Tea Tree Oil and Clove Bud Oil, in combination with a skin permeation enhancer, such as DMSO, the administration comprising contacting an affected area of skin of the patient with the composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are pet food compositions for treating or preventing inflammation or an inflammatory disorder in an animal comprising an effective amount of at least one medium chain triglyceride and an effective amount of at least one omega-3 fatty acid, wherein the at least one medium chain triglycride and the at least one omega-3 fatty acid are present in an amount effect to a provide a synergistic decrease in the amount of circulating cytokines in the companion animal. Also disclosed herein are methods for treating or preventing inflammation or an inflammatory disorder in a companion animal, comprising administering the pet food compositions disclosed herein to the companion animal in need thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is the use of partially purified extracellular metabolite isolated from Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 to prevent skin aging. More specifically the invention discloses the anti-collagenase, anti-elastase, anti-glycation activity and enhancement of TGF-?, epidermal growth factor and hyaluronic acid expression in human dermal fibroblasts, of extracellular metabolites isolated from Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for wound healing and tissue regeneration. The compositions of the present invention comprise amniotic membrane of the placenta. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises amniotic membrane powder or solubilized amniotic membrane (SAM). In some aspects, the composition is cell-free and rich in cytokines, extracellular matrix proteins, and other components that improve tissue regeneration. In one aspect, the composition is a hydrogel scaffold that comprises amniotic membrane. The present invention reduces contraction and improves blood vessel development in regenerating tissue.

Abstract: A feed additive suitable for use in commercial aquaculture, made from whole dried seaweed powder supplemented with 2.5 percent (w/w) andrographolide, increases feed conversion ratio (the ratio of weight gain to weight of feed used) and growth rate, while reducing vulnerability to water-borne marine pathogens such as Piscirickettsia salmonis and white-spot syndrome virus.

Abstract: Disclosed is a food composition relieving the symptoms of various kinds of viral diseases or diseases suspected to be viral diseases. The food composition according to the present invention contains coix, xylitol, vitamin C, manuka honey, frankincense, myrrh and propolis in the form of powders, liquid or extract.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of health care products and foodstuffs, in particular to a composition, a preparation method, and the use thereof in preparation of products for relieving thyroid nodules. The composition provided by the invention uses AtractylodisMacrocephalaeRhizoma and ChuanxiongRhizoma as raw materials, which show synergistic effect through rational combination. Experiments show that the composition provided by the invention can improve thyroid epithelial cell proliferation and reduce the thyroid index of thyroid nodules, and has the advantages of relieving thyroid nodules and protecting thyroid function. The invention has the advantages of simple combination, high safety, simple and easy handling and definite cure effect.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for preventing and treating muscle diseases or improving muscular function, containing a Platycodon grandiflorum extract. More specifically, the present invention relates to: a pharmaceutical composition for preventing and treating muscle diseases, containing a Platycodon grandiflorum extract; a food composition for preventing muscle diseases or improving muscular function; or a cosmetic for improving muscular function. The Platycodon grandiflorum extract of the present invention increases muscle formation by inducing muscular protein synthesis and muscle cell differentiation. Therefore, the extract is a natural product so as to be used safely without side effects, thereby being usable as an active ingredient of a pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic composition exhibiting an excellent effect in preventing and treating muscle diseases or improving muscular function.

Abstract: A composition of chlorogenic acids and method of its use and manufacture in the treatment of metabolic disorders. The composition can be obtained from sunflower seed extract, including Helianthus annulus seeds.