Patents Examined by I. Eric Crane
  • Purified SDG as an antioxidant
    Patent number: 5846944
    Abstract: The compound secoisolariciresinal diglucoside (SDG), obtained from flaxseed is used for reducing or preventing the development of hypercholesterolemic atherosclerosis and for reducing total cholesterol in humans or animals. It is also used for treating diabetes mellitus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 8, 1998
    Assignee: The University of Saskatchewan
    Inventor: Kailash Prasad