Abstract: This invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for modulating immune system comprising at least one polysaccharide extracted from Radix Astragali, Radix Codonopsis, Ganoderma sinense, or mixtures thereof, and their extraction process. The present invention further relates to a method of modulating immune system by applying said pharmaceutical composition to a subject suffering from cancers, and a method of preventing and/or pretreating and/or treating cancers in the subject, where said method comprises applying said pharmaceutical composition before/during chemotherapy.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition and a food composition including extracts of Monsonia sp. for treating dementia, which compositions inhibit the formation of ?-amyloid, and a method of preparing the extracts.

Abstract: An antioxidant-promoting composition that increases antioxidant defense potential in a subject is disclosed. The composition contains Bacopa monnieri extract comprising a Bacopa monnieri active ingredient; a Silybum marianum (milk thistle) extract comprising a Silybum marianum active ingredient; a Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) extract comprising a Withania somnifera active ingredient; a Camellia sinensis (green tea) extract comprising a Camellia sinensis active ingredient; a Curcuma longa (turmeric) extract comprising at least one Curcuma longa active ingredient, and optionally a Centella asiatica (Gotu kola) extract; a Ginko biloba extract; an Aloe vera extract; and N-acetyl cysteine. The process for quantifying Nrf2 transcription factor activating potential of the botanical extracts comprising the botanical active ingredients is described.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the treatment and prevention of at least one of a sign and a symptom associated with an eye disease are disclosed. Preferred compositions could comprise a liquid formulation including Cineraria maritima and at least one of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, a carnosine, and a cannabinoid.

Abstract: A method for modifying THC content in a lipid-based extract of cannabis to yield a low-THC product. The method includes providing a lipid-based extract of cannabis containing THC, heating the lipid-based extract at 1 atm of pressure to 157 to 160° C. to vaporize a first portion of the THC, and converting a second portion of the THC to CBN by heating the lipid-based extract to between 130° C.-150° C. for at least 10 min.

Abstract: Pesticidal compositions containing plant essential oils, such as rosemary oil and/or wintergreen oil, and methods for using same are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of trigonelline compounds to increase muscle weight during periods of activity or to inhibit muscle loss during periods of inactivity.

Abstract: Methods of using WIPI-1 to impart anti-aging benefits to the skin and/or improve skin conditions resulting from reduced autophagy activity.

Abstract: This document provides dietary supplement compositions as well as methods for using dietary supplement compositions to control glucose levels. For example, a dietary supplement composition including chromium (e.g., Chromium Oligofructose Complex), a sweet potato extract, and one or more of a mulberry extract, a green tea extract, a cinnamon extract, or a ginseng extract (e.g., Korean Red Ginseng extract) are provided.

Abstract: The purpose of this patent is to teach the methods of application and compositions of cosmetic and therapeutic products for reducing wrinkle appearance and augmenting certain compartments of the facial integument of a mammal, especially a human. These methods and compositions utilize the hypodermis-targeted release from bioadhesive oral films, pastes or patches applied to oral mucosa or teeth for the purpose of improving the appearance or health of the lips and facial skin.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to improve the milk yield and/or milk quality of a ruminant for milk production, to prevent or treat a perinatal disease of a ruminant, and to improve the reproductivity of a ruminant. In order to solve the above-mentioned problem, the following is provided. An agent for improving at least one of milk yield and milk quality of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol. An agent for preventing or treating a perinatal disease of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol. An agent for improving reproductivity of a ruminant, comprising at least one of cashew nut shell liquid, heat-treated cashew nut shell liquid, anacardic acid, cardanol, and cardol.

Abstract: The present invention provides a non-parenteral and non-ocular herbal synergistic detoxifier composition effective for blood purification, blood detoxification and in the treatment and management of disorders related to accumulation of toxins in the body having synergistic effect of its components in specific ratio, better bio availability wherein the amount of dose administered is remarkably low. The formulation of synergistic herbal composition has better patient compliance in the terms of palatability, ease of administration and is formulated in the form of syrup, lozenges/candies/jujubs/mouth freshener, sub-lingual tablets or chewable tablets. The present invention also provides a method of preparation of this formulation.

Abstract: The Chamaecyparis obtusa extract can be extracted by various methods. For instance, an extraction solvent may be applied to leaves, trunks or branches of the Chamaecyparis obtuse for hot water extraction, cold solvent immersing extraction or warm solvent immersing extraction. In this case, the extraction solvent is added to the Chamaecyparis obtuse 2 to 20 times in a weight ratio to then be mixed, followed by extracting at 10 to 150 for 1 to 24 hours. Here, at least one selected from the group consisting of water, C1-C4 lower alcohols, polyalcohols or mixtures thereof may be used as the extraction solvent. The C1-C4 lower alcohols may include methanol, ethanol, and so on. The polyalcohols may include butylene glycol, propylene glycol, pentylene glycol. The mixtures may include a mixture of water and a lower alcohol, a mixture of water and a polyalcohol, a mixture of water and a lower alcohol and a polyalcohol, or a mixture of water, a lower alcohol and a polyalcohol.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of cannabinoid-containing plant extracts in the prevention or treatment of neural degeneration. In particular, the invention relates to use of one or more cannabinoid-containing plant extracts in the prevention or treatment of neural degeneration, wherein the one or more cannabinoid-containing plant extracts comprise: i) a cannabinoid-containing fraction; and ii) a non-cannabinoid containing fraction.

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. A panduratin derivative or a salt thereof or an extract of Boesenbergia pandurata of the present invention may be used without side effect and has the effect of increasing the expression of PPAR-? in muscles to increase muscle mass, promoting recovery from fatigue and increase mobility, thereby improving exercise performance.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of ironwort extracts that can be obtained by means of extracting using water or water-alcohol solvents or mixtures thereof, for producing a formulation, and for treating or preventing neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is directed to a natural pesticide composition and the method for producing such a composition. The composition comprises a mixture of distilled water, isopropyl alcohol, rosemary oil, rosemary extract, wintergreen oil, and garlic. The composition includes organic and natural materials and is capable of repelling and destroying pests such as insects and parasites. The extract and oil from the herbs and the garlic can externally release a repelling agent to discourage the pests and the alcohol dehydrates the insects. The present invention provides a natural eco-friendly pesticide that is safe for use on plants, as well as animals and people alike.

Abstract: The current invention is a supplement made from a combination of herbs, vitamins, amino acids which in the preferred embodiment is a 100% vegetarian liquid capsules that are ingested allow for rapid absorption. The components of the supplement can be mint or menthol such as peppermint or spearmint, Methyl B12 or B12, Niacin, Guarana, Dimethylaminoethanol, Acetyl-L-carnitine or ALCAR, Ocimum tenuiflorum, one or more teas such as green tea, white tea or black tea, Ginkgo, Rhodiola rosea, phosphatidylserine, Tyrosine, L-Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine, Citicoline (INN), Huperzine A, and Vinpocetine.

Abstract: A method for reducing liver and kidney damage caused by radiotherapy is disclosed. The method comprises administering a herbal medicinal composition to a subject in need, wherein the herbal medicinal composition comprises 1.3-5.3 parts by weight of Chaihu, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Hunagqing, 1.8-7.0 parts by weight of Panxia, 1.8-7.0 parts by weight of Chishaoyao, 0.5-1.8 parts by weight of Dahuang, 1.3-5.3 parts by weight of Zhishi, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Hungtsao, 4.4-17.5 parts by weight of Fuling, 1.8-7.0 parts by weight of Chuling, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Zerxie, 1.8-7.0 parts by weight of Changchu, 1.3-5.3 parts by weight of Mahuang, 1.8-7.0 parts by weight of Dansheng, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Chuanxiong, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Wuchuyu, 2.2-8.8 parts by weight of Tienma, 1.3-5.3 parts by weight of Ginseng, and 1.3-5.3 parts by weight of Chuanchi.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition for inhibiting vascular aging comprising a compound of Chemical formula 1, a derivative thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient.