Abstract: The present disclosure provides nicotine free anti-smoking compositions comprising synergistic combination of herbal ingredients. In a preferred embodiment of the present disclosure, the anti-smoking composition can include combination of at least two herbs selected from the group consisting of Kapikachu, Ashwagandha, Tulsi, Haridra, Amla, Gokshura, Brahmi, Yashtimadhu, Sunthi, Lavang, Bala, Vidarikand, Jatanamsi, Shatavari, and Musli. In another preferred embodiment of the disclosure, the anti-smoking composition can further include one or more additional herbs selected from the group consisting of Guduchi, Draksha, Sirish, Arjuna, Mandukparni, Vasa, Karpoor, Kankol, Kantakari and Shigru. The formulation(s) in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure not only provides anti-smoking effect but also treat side-effects and/or ailments arising from smoking.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method for preparing an extract of Chrysanthemum morifolium with an effect of treating skin diseases, including: (a) performing an extraction procedure on Chrysanthemum morifolium with an extraction solvent to obtain an extract solution; and (b) adding at least one glycoside hydrolases to the extract solution to make an enzyme reaction occur to produce a precipitate, wherein the precipitate is the extract of Chrysanthemum morifolium with an effect of treating skin diseases.

Abstract: A topical skincare composition including a Centella asiatica extract including one or more triterpenes, wherein at least one of the one or more triterpenes is madecassic acid, an Avena (oat) extract, a ceramide and a dermatologically acceptable carrier. A method of treating symptoms of itch, redness, flaking, dryness, and/or roughness of the skin, scalp, and/or mucous membrane including the step of applying the topical skincare composition to at least a portion of a user's skin, scalp, and/or mucous membrane in need thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for the preparation of a Crassocephalum crepidioides extract, and the extract prepared thereby. The present invention further relates to a pharmaceutical composition/combination comprising the Crassocephalum crepidioides extract. The use of the extract and the composition/combination comprising the extract in the prevention or treatment of cancer is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hypertension treatment. More particularly, the present invention relates to combination of four herbs' extract including 95% ethanolic extract of U. rhynchophylla (UR95), 95% ethanolic extract of P. thomsonii (PT95), 95% ethanolic extract of P. notoginseng (PN95), and 50% ethanolic extract of A. orientale (AO50) in particular range of ratio (known as F1 ratio), and all the raw herbs were then extracted in total by using 50% ethanol (known as F1-2) for use in a medicament for treating hypertension and hypertension-related complications and a composition thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of health care products, disclosing a powder made from inulin, FOLIUM CYCLOCARYA PALIURUS, RHIZOMA DIOSCOREA OPPOSITE, RADIX ASTRAGALUS MEMBRANACEUS, CAULIS DENDROBIUM and RADIX ET RHIZOMA SALVIA MILTIORRHIZA. The raw materials of the powder are all from natural Chinese herbal medicine without addition of excipient. In addition, dosage required for the powder is small; it can be directly dissolved in water for taking; it is soluble in cold water and can be absorbed quickly. The method for preparing the powder in the present disclosure is simple and suitable for large-scale production. Also, it is easy to be carried. The powder obtained has a good stability and long storage time. Experiments show that the powder of the present disclosure has greatly hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effects, therefore can be used to prepare the health care foods having hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic effect.

Abstract: The invention relates to the combination of a sulforaphane precursor, an enzyme capable of converting the sulforaphane precursor to sulforaphane, an enzyme potentiator, and a mushroom (preferably maitake, shiitake, or reishi mushroom) extract or powder. The invention also relates to the combination of sulforaphane or a derivative thereof and a mushroom (preferably maitake, shiitake, or reishi mushroom) extract or powder. The present invention also relates to the combination of a broccoli extract or powder and a mushroom (preferably maitake, shiitake, or reishi mushroom) extract or powder. The present provides compositions and methods relating to these combinations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition of aqueous gel type comprising from 7.5% to 13.5% by dry weight, relative to its total weight, of at least one modified crosslinked C1-C4 carboxyalkyl starch and at least one C2-C5 monoalcohol. A composition according to the invention is in particular of use as a skin cleansing mask, in particular a face cleansing mask. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation thereof, to a process for cosmetic treatment of keratin materials and to a cosmetic process for cleansing a keratin material.

Abstract: Various embodiments relate to formulations containing an extract of Alpinia galanga; a method of improving cognitive performance by administering an extract of Alpinia galanga; and a process for preparing an extract of Alpinia galanga.

Abstract: Provided is a material effective for improving the activity of nerves in the brain or for preventing or ameliorating brain dysfunction. An agent for activating astrocyte glucose metabolism, brain nerve cells activating agent, a brain hypofunction suppressing agent, a brain function improving agent, or an agent for preventing or ameliorating brain dysfunction comprising, as an active ingredient, one or more selected from the group consisting of hydrophobic solvent extracts of tien-cha, rooibos, grape and black tea.

Abstract: Disclosed is a food composition which promotes lymphatic circulation in the body to improve the environment around the cells and to help normal metabolism of the cells. The food composition according to the present invention includes cnidium, maple syrup, dried bigarade orange, bambusae succus, kalopanax and coix in the form of powder, liquid or extract.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing an extract from cannabis plant matter, containing tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabidiol and optionally the carboxylic acids thereof. According to said method, the dried pint matter is ground and subjected to a CO2 extraction and the primary extract obtained is separated. The invention method permits ?8 or ?9 tetrahydrocannabinol to be selectively obtained both from industrial hemp and from drug-producing hemp, optionally after dissolving the primary extract in ethanol, separating undesirable waxes and removing the solvent under reduced pressure.

Abstract: A non-aqueous, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, low pH, lubricating and moisturizing composition adapted for topical or intra-vaginal use during sexual intercourse, the composition consisting essentially of approximately 55-70 vol. % shea butter, approximately 25-40 vol. % coconut oil and approximately 1-5 vol. % grapeseed oil. The composition may further contain no more than approximately 2 vol. % of a scenting component. The composition possesses a low pH to counter the pH elevating effects of semen, soap, menopause and menstruation.

Abstract: A Lactic Acid topical composition and method of fabricating the same. A Lactic Acid composition comprises: about 10% Lactic Acid by volume, Sodium Lactate, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E Acetate) and a cream base. For scenting Lavender Oil and/or Tea Tree Oil may be added. The Lactic Acid topical composition has a pH of 4.2 to 5 and more preferably 4.5 to 4.8 to enhance the effectiveness of the Lactic Acid topical composition.

Abstract: Provided is a composition that contains, as an active ingredient, an extract or polysaccharides separated from the leaves and/or stems of plants belonging to Panax genus, for an anticancer drug or its adjuvant, having an effect on the activity of hematopoiesis enhancement, cancer metastasis inhibition, bone marrow defense, etc. . . . , and a process for preparation of the extract from the leaves and/or stems of plants belonging to Panax genus.

Abstract: Compositions are taught that may comprise active components of one or more types of Basidiomycotina that belong to polyporaceae Basidiomycotina and active components of the root of a plant that belongs to Araliaceae. Such compositions have shown hypoglycemic effects and anti-tumor activity. More preferably, the Basidiomycotina may be Ganoderma Lucidum and/or Coriolus versicolor and the plant that belongs to Araliaceae may be medicinal ginseng, e.g. Panax ginseng and/or Panax japonicus. Preferably, an aqueous solution of the composition has an oxidation-reduction potential of less than about 1230 mV, more preferably less than about 900 mV and most preferably less than about 330 mV. Methods for making such compositions are also taught and may include hot water extraction of the above-mentioned components. Furthermore, methods for treating patients are also taught and include administering a therapeutically effective amount of one or more of the present compositions.