Patents Examined by Michael Meller
  • Patent number: 9351953
    Abstract: A method for preparing an ingestible cannabis composition is provided. Also provided is the ingestible cannabis composition and a kit including the ingestible cannabis composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2016
    Inventor: Kelly J. Stodola
  • Patent number: 9345735
    Abstract: A method of lowering blood cholesterol in a non-diabetic patient by at least 30% is described. The method involves orally administering for 30 consecutive days a fenugreek seed extract composition. Various methods of preparation and various formulations are described. Physiologically effective pharmaceutical compositions and beverages containing fenugreek seed extracts and other active components are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Inventors: S. George Aburdeineh, Hikmat George Aburdeineh
  • Patent number: 9333166
    Abstract: A method of growing hair is disclosed. The method comprising: providing a plurality of date seeds; inserting the plurality of date seeds in an oven for a certain period of time; baking the plurality of date seeds in the oven; grinding the plurality of date seeds to form a paste; mixing the paste with a plurality of oils to form an oily paste; placing the oily paste in an environment to sit; and applying the oily paste to a head of at least one person to grow hair on the head of the at least one person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: YOUR HAIR IS BACK INC.
    Inventors: Issam N Elder, Saleem Attal, Mohammad Azzam
  • Patent number: 9333164
    Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided. The cosmetic composition may include pomace olive oil and a first moisturizing oil. The first moisturizing oil may be safflower oil, mango butter, or hemp seed oil. A second oil can also be included and may be coconut oil or grape seed oil. A bacterial control oil can also be present and may be sweet orange oil or lemongrass oil.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Inventor: Pamela A Johnson
  • Patent number: 9333229
    Abstract: The present technology relates to liquid compositions for use in a personal vaporizer. More particularly, the present technology relates to liquid compositions comprising winterized Cannabis extract, and to methods of administering vaporized winterized Cannabis extract to a subject by inhalation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Inventor: William Bjorncrantz
  • Patent number: 9327006
    Abstract: A process for the extraction of the B group of vitamins from a first plant matter is disclosed wherein, prior to the said extraction operation, the first plant matter is treated with a second plant matter comprising acidic compounds. The acidification converts the vitamins into more water-soluble forms and increases the yield thereof. In one example, the first plant matter comprises guava fruit matter, holy basil leaves and lemon peels, the two last-mentioned plant species being the source of the acidic compounds. The vitamins extracted and the proportions thereof may be controlled by suitable choice of the plant species constituting the first and second plant matters and their quantities, such as to give a substantially ready formulation conforming to RDA values or other requirements. The vitamins extracted are B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9, the above combination of plant matters giving a higher yield than others. The process is of general applicability to other plant constituents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2016
    Inventors: Ramaswamy Rajendran, Kamala Rajendran
  • Patent number: 9327003
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of using Polygonum multiflorum or extracts thereof to enhance stem cell mobilization in a subject, including hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) and bone marrow stem cells (BM-SCs). In one embodiment, a blended composition of plant parts, fruits, mushrooms, microorganisms, maternal fluids, and extracts thereof are used to promote mobilization of stem cells, resulting in migration of the stem cells to specific sties of maintenance and repair within tissues and/or organs. Increased circulation of HSCs and/or BMSCs and migration towards sites of maintenance promotes the natural regeneration mechanisms in the body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2016
    Assignee: STEMTECH INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventors: Christian Drapeau, Gitte S. Jensen
  • Patent number: 9314601
    Abstract: Some embodiments of a system or method for applying a barrier composition to a targeted skin surface can be used to as a preventative measure to reduce the likelihood of transmission of microbial entities from an external source (e.g., a floor surface or another surface) to the targeted skin surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: Preventamedics LLC
    Inventors: Aner Vlodaver, Benhoor Soumekh, Smarajit Mitra, Sumita B. Mitra
  • Patent number: 9308231
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-inflammatory composition comprising a plant extract and a propolis extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignees: UNIVERSITE DE BORDEAUX, NUTRIVERCELL
    Inventors: Loïc Renard, Djavad M. Mossalyai, Maryam Mossalyai, Jean-Michel Merillon
  • Patent number: 9308233
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition comprising extract of adlay bran, wherein the adlay bran extract comprises C1 to C7 alcohol extract of adlay bran (A) and carbon dioxide supercritical fluid extract of adlay bran (B). Preferably, the extract of adlay bran has effects in treating a skin and/or subcutaneous tissue disease and in lowering interleukin (IL)-1?, interleukin-1?, interleukin-6, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-?, interleukin-8, prostaglandin-2 (PGE2) and/or C-Reactive Protein (CRP).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: JOBEN BIO-MEDICAL CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Huang-Chung Tseng, Giao-Zhi Huang, Tung-An Chia
  • Patent number: 9301989
    Abstract: A coniferyl alcohol or a Compositae family, Brassicaceae family, Umbelliferae family, Lamiaceae family, Liliaceae family or Amaranthaceae plant extract provides various uses associated with hTRPA1 activation, and, being a natural compound, involves relatively few side effects in the body and has substantial industrial applicability. The coniferyl alcohol or the Compositae family, Brassicaceae family, Umbelliferae family, Lamiaceae family, Liliaceae family or Amaranthaceae plant extract of the present invention not only will be a novel medical or food raw material which is helpful in maintaining homeostasis in the body associated with hTRPA1 activation, but can also be used to advantage in hTRPA1 antagonist screening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: KOREA FOOD RESEARCH INSTITUTE
    Inventors: Mee Ra Rhyu, Hee Jin Son, Yi Seul Kim, Min Jung Kim, Hye Young Kim, Jae-Ho Park
  • Patent number: 9302006
    Abstract: A solution and method for treating symptoms commonly associated with fibromyalgia. The solution includes a solvent and a composition including active ingredients of menthol, camphor, and capsaicin, as well as additional components including aloe vera extract, carbomer, decyl polyglucose, deionized water, grapefruit seed extract, green tea extract, orange peel extract, queen of the prairie extract, rose water, silica, sodium, hydroxymethyl glycinate, vegetable glycerin, witch hazel, and yucca extract. The method includes soaking an affected area in the solution for a predetermined period of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: DMA International, Inc.
    Inventor: Joe D. Kingsley
  • Patent number: 9301988
    Abstract: A method of intranasal treatment of nasal symptoms administered to a human in need of the treatment includes administering intranasally from an internasal spray container a composition having a therapeutically effective amount of capsicum extract to a human in need thereof; and effecting relief from at least one symptom. The symptom relieved includes at least one of nasal congestion, sinus pressure, headache, sinus pain or a combination thereof. The first relief of sinus pain, sinus pressure, or nasal decongestion in the human occurs within about 30 minutes of administration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2016
    Assignee: HI-TECH PHARMACAL CO., INC.
    Inventors: Jonathan Bernstein, Wayne Jeffrey Perry
  • Patent number: 9295252
    Abstract: As described below, the present invention provides methods and compositions for controlling the honey bee parasitic mite Tropilaelaps. In addition, the invention features compositions useful for the treatment or prevention of a Tropilaelaps parasitic mite infestation in a honey bee hive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Assignee: John I. Haas, Inc.
    Inventors: Gene Probasco, Fabiana Ahumada, Lloyd Schantz
  • Patent number: 9295700
    Abstract: The wound healing composition is a composition for topical application in or on a wound that is believed to promote hemostasis and tissue growth. The wound healing composition includes a mixture of Dracaena cinnabari (dragon's blood), propolis (bee's glue) extract powder, and honey, preferably seder honey. An exemplary wound healing composition includes about 25 gm seder honey, 1.5 gm of 70% propolis extract powder, and about 1 gm D. cinnabari powder. The powders are mixed into the viscous honey base, and the composition may be applied directly to the wound. Alternatively, the composition may be applied to sterile gauze, and the wound, particularly an open surgical wound, may be packed with the gauze, or the gauze may be applied as a wound dressing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Inventor: Abdulmohsen Ebrahim Al-Terki
  • Patent number: 9289374
    Abstract: A composition for the topical application on a mammalian skin comprises one or more Brassica plant extracts selected from the group consisting of: Brassica juncea extract, Brassica oleracea italica extract, Brassica oleracea capitata extract, Brassica oleracea botrytis extract, and Brassica oleracea acephala extract. The composition further comprises one or more selected from the group consisting of: Curcuma longa extract, curcuminoids, tetrahydrocurcuminoids, metabolites of curcuminoids or tetrahydrocurcuminoids, and derivatives of curcuminoids or tetrahydrocurcuminoids. The composition further comprises one or more selected from the group consisting of: Camellia oleifera extract, Camellia sinensis extract, green tea extract and white tea extract; Wasabia japonica extract; Bacopa monnieri extract; Silybum marianum extract; and one or both of Piper nigrum extract or tetrahydropiperine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2016
    Assignee: LifeVantage Corporation
    Inventor: Nathalie Chevreau
  • Patent number: 9283205
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for extracting treatment ingredients for gastrointestinal diseases from the bark of Liriodendron tulipifera, the treatment ingredients containing epitulipinolide and costunolide as active ingredients, and to a therapeutic agent for gastrointestinal diseases, containing epitulipinolide and costunolide extracted using said method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: Cho Dang Pharm. Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Nak Doo Kim
  • Patent number: 9278109
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising vitamins, minerals and other nutrients and methods for using these compositions for nutritional supplementation to prevent and/or alleviate a patient from the occurrence or negative effects of cardiovascular disease. Specifically, the invention relates to compositions and methods of administering compositions comprising natural CoQ10, natural Omega-3 fatty acids, natural bioflavonoids, natural vitamin E, amino acids and derivatives thereof, minerals, extra virgin olive oil, lecithin, B-complex vitamins, and antioxidants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2016
    Inventors: Michael J Gonzalez, Angel E Gil, Jesus G Gil
  • Patent number: 9278117
    Abstract: Provided are a composition and method for the safe and effective inhibition of pancreatic lipase in humans and other mammals. Provided is a composition which contains extracts of one or more of Coleus forskohlii, Salacia reticulata, and Sesamum indicum, and which is administered orally to humans and other mammals in a nutritionally or pharmacologically effective amount. Further provided is a method for producing said composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2016
    Assignee: Bio Actives Japan Corporation
    Inventors: Mohamed Faizal, Hiroshi Nishida, Vladimir Badmaev
  • Patent number: 9271504
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for controlling plant pests. In particular, the present invention provides plant extracts with insecticidal activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Assignee: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Ayhan Gokce, Mark Whalon, Ibrahim Demirtas, Nezhun Goren