Patents Examined by Michael Meller
  • Patent number: 9463210
    Abstract: A method for alleviating cravings and discomfort of a user due to nicotine addiction upon immediate cessation of tobacco by said user, comprising the steps of inhaling, upon commencement of a nicotine craving episode, for about 10 minutes, between about 3 to 5 drops of rosemary essential oil, wherein said rosemary essential oil is sprinkled on an apposite vaporizer pad, orally ingesting between about 250 mg to 500 mg of niacinamide, orally ingesting between about 200 mg to 300 mg of sarcosine, orally ingesting between about 300 mg to 600 mg of red Korean ginseng extract, and orally ingesting about 500 mg of soy lecithin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Inventor: Antonino Cavallaro
  • Patent number: 9463212
    Abstract: A method of reducing the number of microorganisms entering the nose and proliferating in the nasal cavity including application of a solution of an antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal composition to the anterior vestibular region of the nares. The antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal solution includes ethyl alcohol as an active ingredient. Various embodiments may also include one or more of the following additional ingredients: orange oil, coconut oil; soy oil; emu oil; grapefruit seed extract; glycine soja; simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba); lauric acid; aloe vera; and a preservative, such as benzalkonium chloride and vitamin E.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBAL LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
    Inventor: John A. Willimann
  • Patent number: 9463169
    Abstract: A formulation to increase the ratio of gastrointestinal microbiota in phylum Bacteroidetes to microbiota of Firmicutes phylum preferably includes about 20-60 mg/kg of body weight of fermentable fiber, about 10-30 mg/kg of body weight of beta glucan and about 20-60 mg/kg of body weight of blueberry extracts or any fruit or berry ingredient preparation containing similar phenolics. This formulation is preferably used to control body weight, body composition, and blood glucose regulation, preferably in humans, and is preferably administered orally, preferably twice per day.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2016
    Assignee: MicroBiome Therapeutics, LLC
    Inventors: Mark L. Heiman, Dean P. Stull, Justin W. Peno
  • Patent number: 9452129
    Abstract: An improved composition of hair oil for stimulation of hair growth, control of hair fall, dandruff and infections thereof. The composition of hair oil comprising active ingredients of Capric Caprylic Tri-Glycerides (CCTG), Mineral oil, Coconut Oil, Ylang Ylang Oil, Di-propylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract and Butylated Hydroxy Toulene. The composition of hair oil supports the hair growth and relaxation of the scalp. The composition of hair oil also effectively reduces/remove dandruff and thereby control hair fall in the subject (e.g., not limiting to male/female human). The composition of hair oil additionally demonstrates the properties of cooling effect, darkening of hair and promotion of hair upon continuous use of the hair oil by the subjects. The proposed composition is alternatively used to reduce/remove Psoriasis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: Indfrag Biosciences Inc.
    Inventors: Philip Samuel, Boobalarasu Nadar, Roshni Raj
  • Patent number: 9452193
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the novel use of panduratin derivatives or an extract of Boesenbergia pandurata for enhancing muscle mass growth, fighting fatigue and enhancing exercise performance, and more particularly to a composition for promoting an increase in muscles, anti-fatigue composition and a composition for enhancing muscle mass growth and recovery from fatigue to improve exercise performance, the composition comprising a panduratin derivative or a salt thereof or an extract of Boesenbergia pandurata as an active ingredient, and to a method for enhancing muscle mass growth, of treating or preventing fatigue syndrome and enhancing exercise performance, the method comprising a panduratin derivative or a salt thereof or a extract of Boesenbergia pandurata to a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignees: Biocare Co., Ltd., Newtree Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jae-Kwan Hwang, Do Un Kim
  • Patent number: 9446089
    Abstract: An anhydrous blend of oils suitable for treating or preventing skin ailments, such as eczema, and for soothing the skin. The blend includes virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil, jojoba oil, calendula oil, vitamin E oil, tea tree oil, German chamomile extract and lanolin. The blend does not contain water soluble actives and is essentially free from corn oil and soy oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Inventor: Aja Henderson
  • Patent number: 9446083
    Abstract: A fatty acid composition containing linoleic acid, linolenic acid and oleic acid is provided. Also provided is a fatty acid composition containing linoleic acid, linolenic acid and oleic acid, and at least one selected from palmitinic acid, palmitoleic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid and docosanoic acid. A plant extract and a pharmaceutical preparation are provided, wherein the pharmaceutical preparation contains an active component including at least one of the fatty acid composition, the plant extract and modified products thereof. Also provided is an application of the fatty acid composition, the plant extract and the pharmaceutical preparation in multiple fields. The pharmaceutical preparation may function to repair various wounds and traumas in skin, mucosa, lumina and muscular tissues.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Inventors: Junwu Xing, Ning Qu, Yiqian Xing
  • Patent number: 9433656
    Abstract: Extract of picrorhiza kurroa plants and a process for making the same. The extract has strong anti-viral action against both DNA and RNA-based viruses, and also against bacterial, fungal and protozoan microorganisms. The extract essentially contains the lipophilic compounds occurring in the scrophulariaceae family of plants, in particular, the terpenes and fatty acids thereof. The extract may additionally contain other said lipophilic compounds and the aglycons of the glycosides occurring in said family of plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Inventors: Munisekhar Medasani, Satyasayee Babu Divi
  • Patent number: 9433572
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided having ingredients that may prevent signs or conditions of aging and/or damage in skin, improve the aesthetic appearance of skin, and promote recovery from environmental stresses. The composition includes natural ingredients, including pomegranate juice concentrate; pomegranate extract; pomegranate seed oil; and at least one pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable vehicle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: POM Wonderful, LLC
    Inventors: Mark Dreher, Steve Anderson
  • Patent number: 9427395
    Abstract: Compositions for promoting hair growth can be formed using food related oils. The food related oils include meadowfoam seed oil, neem oil, sesame oil, camelina, flaxeed oil, and tamanu oil. The oil can be combined with lime peel essential oil and/or aloe vera to create various products. The products in an oil for treating the hair and scalp, a treatment for damaged hair and scalp, shampoo, conditioner, pomade and hair root stimulant. A method for making each product is described. In addition, a method for using each product is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Inventor: Cynthia Sayblee Darsale
  • Patent number: 9421263
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising quaternary ammonium compounds and essential oils or individual constituents thereof which exhibit enhanced antimicrobial effects. Such combinations may be comprised in lotions, gels, creams, soaps, etc. for application to skin or mucous membranes. The invention is based, at least in part, on the observation that synergistic antimicrobial effects are achieved with combinations of essential oils or individual constituents thereof and low concentrations of quaternary ammonium compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: THE TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
    Inventors: Shanta M. Modak, Milind S. Shintre, Trupti Gaonkar, Lauserpina Caraos
  • Patent number: 9416333
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of avocado seeds in order to obtain avocado oil enriched in alkyl polyols and/or acetylated derivatives thereof, said avocado seeds accounting for 10 to 50% by weight relative to the total weight of avocado used. The invention also relates to a method for obtaining avocado oil enriched in alkyl polyols or acetylated derivatives thereof from at least avocado seeds, said avocado seeds accounting for 10 to 50% by weight relative to the total weight of avocado used. The invention also relates to avocado oil enriched in alkyl polyols and/or acetylated derivatives thereof, obtainable by the present method. The invention also relates to the use of avocado oil in order to prepare an avocado oil concentrate enriched in alkyl polyols and/or acetylated derivatives thereof, or to prepare an avocado unsaponifiable enriched in alkyl polyols.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: LABORATOIRES EXPANSCIENCE
    Inventors: Philippe Msika, Jacques Legrand, Sebastien Garnier
  • Patent number: 9415035
    Abstract: The invention provides compositions containing omega-3 oil and at least one anti-inflammatory agent and/or at least one gastrotoxic, nephrotoxic, or hepatotoxic pharmaceutical agent. The invention further provides kits containing these compositions and methods for decreasing pain or inflammation, decreasing the symptoms of an allergic condition, and/or the gastrotoxicity, nephrotoxicity, and hepatotoxicity of a pharmaceutical agent in a subject (e.g., a human) or companion animal requiring the administration of at least one composition containing omega-3 oil. The invention also provides methods for formulating an anti-inflammatory agent to increase its absorption rate requiring the mixing of omega-3 oil with the anti-inflammatory agent and methods of concentrating an omega-3 oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: Maine Natural Health Company, Inc.
    Inventor: Harry J. Leighton
  • Patent number: 9408877
    Abstract: A skin restoration cream formulated to treat and soothe skin conditions such as dandruff, psoriasis, eczema, cold sores, and other conditions. The skin restoration cream has natural and essential oils, which are free of artificial fragrances, steroids and other chemicals that may cause unwanted side effects. The composition is a healthy option for treating a variety of skin conditions or disorders. An embodiment of the composition formulates a muscle therapy treatment to alleviate and soothe muscle pain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Inventor: Marcia Patricia Cox
  • Patent number: 9409972
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a pharmaceutical composition comprising an enzyme-treated human serum which is useful for treatment and prevention of diseases such as a cancer and an infectious disease, and a method of preparing the same. The present invention relates to a method of preparing a pharmaceutical composition comprising an enzyme-treated human serum, comprising a step of bringing the human serum into contact with ?-galactosidase and, to a pharmaceutical composition comprising an enzyme-treated human serum obtained by the preparation method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignees: TOKUSHIMA UNIVERSITY, SAISEI MIRAI CLINIC
    Inventors: Yoshihiro Uto, Hitoshi Hori, Toshio Inui, Kentaro Kubo
  • Patent number: 9393282
    Abstract: A topical antiseptic composition includes a mixture consisting of apple vinegar, wintergreen alcohol, cayenne pepper extract, vitamin E, olive oil and menthol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2016
    Inventors: Warren Robinson, Frank McAllister, Sr.
  • Patent number: 9381224
    Abstract: The invention relates to a plant based formulation for the prevention and management of Metabolic Syndrome and Cardiovascular disease mortality risk comprising an effective amount of a hydro-alcoholic extract of Salacia parviflora, Tribulus terrestris and Dioscorea glabra.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2016
    Inventors: Govind P. Dubey, Aruna Agrawal, Gurprit I. Singh, Gurpreet S. Gill, Shipra Dubey, Rajesh Dubey
  • Patent number: 9375457
    Abstract: This invention is in the field of pharmaceuticals, health supplements and chemical industries. In particular, this invention relates a herbal composition that compensates the A? increasing effects of existing treatment, and on the regulatory processing of amyloid-? protein precursor (APP), therefore presenting a significantly more potent treatment for neurodegenerative diseases that does not associate with any ?-amyloid increasing effect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2016
    Assignee: Hong Kong Baptist University
    Inventors: Min Li, Siva Sundara Kumar Durairajan, Lei Lei Chen, Liang Feng Liu, Ju Xian Song
  • Patent number: 9370539
    Abstract: A composition for, and method of, alleviating or inhibiting one or more symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, acid reflux, psoriasis, cartilage nodules, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or hypoglycemia in a mammal. The composition includes a fruit-vegetable extract, the composition formulated for contact with the mammal's skin, the fruit-vegetable extract present in an amount effective to alleviate or inhibit one or more symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, acid reflux, psoriasis, cartilage nodules, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or hypoglycemia in the mammal. The method includes contacting the mammal's skin with a composition that includes a fruit-vegetable extract. The fruit-vegetable extract is present in an amount effective to alleviate or inhibit one or more symptoms associated with carpal tunnel syndrome, acid reflux, psoriasis, cartilage nodules, fibromyalgia, diabetes, or hypoglycemia in the mammal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Inventor: Donald E. Scott
  • Patent number: 9358265
    Abstract: The invention relates to a plant based formulation for the prevention and management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) comprising of effective amount of a hydro-alcoholic extract of Acacia arabica, Aegle marmelos and Nardostachys jatamansi.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Inventors: Govind P. Dubey, Aruna Agarwal, Gurprit I. Singh, Gurpreet S. Gill, Shipra Dubey, Rajesh Dubey