Patents by Inventor Afa Palu

Afa Palu has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20120237626
    Abstract: The present invention comprises methods and compositions for improving profiles of lipid proteins, reducing low-density lipoprotein levels, increasing high-density lipoprotein levels, decreasing the absorption of fatty acids across the intestinal epithelium and inhibiting HMG-CoA Reductase in living organisms utilizing Morinda citrifolia L activity in mammals, including humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2005
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Claude Jensen, Mian Wang, Bing-Nan Zhou, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20080226758
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions and their constituents for inhibiting 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), in living organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the inhibition of 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), using processed Morinda citrifolia L. plant products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventors: Shixin Deng, Brett West, Afa Palu, Chen Xing Su, Bing-Nan Zhou, Claude Jarakae Jensen
  • Publication number: 20070286910
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method and composition for providing in various health benefits by administering various bioactive compounds derived from the plant Morinda cirtrifolia to individuals. This invention relates to using one or more of the following: Noni Leaf Extract; Noni Leaf Juice; and/or Roast Leaf. More particularly this invention relates to administering one or more of the following: Pyro-phorbide a, Pheophorbide a, Purpin 7, and/or Pheophorbide all which may be derived from Noni leaf extract, Noni leaf juice, and/or Roast leaf. Moreover, the foregoing formulations result in alleviating pain and inflammation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2007
    Publication date: December 13, 2007
    Inventors: Bing-Nan Zhou, Chen Su, Afa Palu, Brett West, Shixin Dong, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070281903
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and formulations for inhibiting Lipoxygenase enzymes that function to biosynthesize or metabolize arachidonic acid into its intermediate Leukotriene constituents, as well as a method and formulation for treating and preventing diseases, including inflammatory diseases, and the symptoms associated with such diseases. The present invention methods and formulations effectively function as such through the introduction into the body (e.g. ingesting) a safe, pre-determined dosage of a naturaceutical composition formulated with or comprising one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products for a safe, pre-determined duration, wherein the processed Morinda citrifolia product may comprise one or more isolated active ingredients.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2007
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Brett West, Claude Jensen, Chen Su, Bing-Nan Zhou, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070248701
    Abstract: Methods and formulations for using Tahitian Noni juice for inhibiting naturally occurring phosphodiesterases (PDEs).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2007
    Publication date: October 25, 2007
    Inventors: Chen Su, Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070218146
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions and their constituents for inhibiting 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), in living organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the inhibition of 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-l (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), using processed Mortinda citrifolia L. plant products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 6, 2007
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Claude Jensen, Mian Wang, Bing-Nan Zhou, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070202206
    Abstract: A method and composition for inhibiting certain enzymes, where such inhibition results in various health benefits is provided. More particularly, a method and composition using one or more of the following: Noni Leaf Extract; Noni Leaf Juice; and/or Roast Leaf to inhibit the following: HMG-CoA Reductase; Phosphodiesterases (3 and 4) PDE3 and PDE4; 5-Lipoxygenase (LOX) and 15-LOX; Xanthine Oxidase (XO); Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA) and the growth of the second most common human skin cancer cell line, is provided. Moreover, the foregoing enzymatic inhibitions result in: alleviating pain and inflammation; treating prostate cancers; lowering cholesterol levels; counteracting Diabetes Type II; maintaining the highest possible integrity of cellular interactions in the brain resulting in an undisturbed neural function, (i.e.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2006
    Publication date: August 30, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Chen Su, Claude Jensen, Brett West, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070196524
    Abstract: The present invention provides a formulation which may be utilized in agricultural practice that is eco-friendly and effective as plant growth promotion agent, soil improvement agent, bactericide and insecticide agent, disease and harmful insect prevention agent, and is suitable for organic farming. The formulation of the present invention is comprised of a Morinda citrifolia product or extract. The formulation of the present invention may be applied to fruit vegetables, leafy vegetables, root vegetables, grains as well as flowers and shrubs, increasing the amount of yield and extending freshness period after harvest. Further, the present invention relates to antifungal and antibacterial activity of processed Morinda citrifolia products, as well as from various fractions of extracts from these processed products and the Morinda citrifolia L. plant, and related methods to determine mean inhibitory concentrations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2007
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Inventors: Fumiyuki Isami, John Wadsworth, Scott Gerson, Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Chen Su, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070196527
    Abstract: The present invention embraces methods for improved treatment of osteoarthritis by featuring a naturaceutical formulation or composition for treating osteoarthritis and its associated or related conditions. The present invention further features methods of treating osteoarthritis and its related conditions. In particular, the present invention relates to providing a treatment for osteoarthritis that includes one or more processed products described below as derived and produced from the Indian Mulberry plant, scientifically known as Morinda citrifolia L.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2006
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Inventors: Claude Jensen, Afa Palu
  • Publication number: 20070184135
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and formulations for inhibiting Lipoxygenase enzymes that function to biosynthesize or metabolize arachidonic acid into its intermediate Leukotriene constituents, as well as a method and formulation for treating and preventing diseases, including inflammatory diseases, and the symptoms associated with such diseases. The present invention methods and formulations effectively function as such through the introduction into the body (e.g. ingesting) a safe, pre-determined dosage of a naturaceutical composition formulated with or comprising one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products for a safe, pre-determined duration, wherein the processed Morinda citrifolia product may comprise one or more isolated active ingredients.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2004
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Chen Su, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story, Kim Asay
  • Publication number: 20070184137
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and formulations directed to the management of various Matrix Metalloproteinases enzymes comprising the administration of processed Morinda citrifolia based formulations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2006
    Publication date: August 9, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Johannes Westendorf, Brett West, Bing-Nan Zhou, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070178181
    Abstract: The present invention features a unique, natural formulation and method of administering the same to treat and prevent diabetes, or rather advances treatment of diabetes, by providing a naturaceutical composition or treatment formulated with one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products as derived from the Indian Mulberry plant. The Morinda citrifolia is particularly adapted to treat Type II diabetes. The Morinda citrifolia product is preferably a leaf extract, but may also be in the form of a juice, a puree juice, a dietary fiber, or other similar forms and is incorporated into various carriers or naturaceutical compositions suitable for in vivo treatment of a patient. The naturaceutical may also combine other food products into the naturaceutical, such as fruit juices, dietary supplements, vitamins and minerals, and others.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2006
    Publication date: August 2, 2007
    Inventors: Claude Jensen, Afa Palu, Hifumi Ohishi, Hisanori Tani
  • Publication number: 20070166417
    Abstract: The present invention relates to nutraceutical formulations and methods for use of fetid oil derived from Morinda citrifolia seeds. Research supporting this invention indicates that processed Morinda citrifolia seed products may be used for weight management and health promotion. The present invention is supported by research findings related to the nutritional benefits of fetid oil extracted from the seeds contained within Morinda citrifolia fruit. This oil has been found to include high concentrations of linoleic acid, which is known to increase metabolic rate, help prevent cancer, protect the liver, and help prevent the build up of artery plaque. These observations are consistent with the concept that noni, can positively affect the regulation of excess body weight and promote overall good health.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2006
    Publication date: July 19, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Brett West, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070166416
    Abstract: The invention relates to formulations and methods for preventing and/or treating substance abuse, addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and anticipation associated with substance abuse. In particular the invention relates to formulations comprising at least one processed Morinda citrifolia L. product, and methods comprising the administration of at least one processed Morinda citrifolia L product to prevent and/or treat substance abuse, addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and anticipation associated with substance abuse in living organisms. Embodiments of the invention further comprise Morinda citrifolia based nutraceuticals and administration thereof to affect regulation of dopamine levels, inhibition of opioid receptors, inhibition of mu opioid receptors, inhibition of kappa opioid receptors, inhibition of delta opioid receptors, acting as NMDA antagonist, inhibition of sensitization of NMDA receptors, and/or acting as opiate antagonists.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2007
    Publication date: July 19, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Brett West, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070160700
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reactivating Acetylcholinesterase in living organisms using contents from the Morinda citrifolia L. plant. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the reactivation of Acetylcholinesterase using fruit juice obtained from the Morinda citrifolia L. plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2007
    Publication date: July 12, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Brett West, Bing-Nan Zhou, Jarakae Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070154582
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of inhibiting Aromatase or Aromatase enzymes that function to convert androgens to estrogens, inhibiting receptors from binding with estrogen, and reducing and/or regulating estrogen production, as well as reducing the amount of estrogen produced within the body and regulating such production. The present invention methods and compositions effectively function to treat estrogen-dependent cancers, and particularly inhibit, destroy, and reverse the effects of of estrogen-dependent cancerous tumors through the introduction into the body (e.g. ingesting) a safe, pre-determined dosage of a naturaceutical composition formulated with or comprising one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products for a safe, pre-determined duration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2007
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Brett West, Claude Jensen, Chen Su, Bing-Nan Zhou, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070154579
    Abstract: The present invention relates to weight management utilizing processed Morinda citrifolia products. Research supporting this invention indicates that processed Morinda citrifolia products may be used in weight management. The present invention is supported by research findings that suggest that oral administration of Morinda citrifolia can increase metabolic rate. An increased metabolic rate causes an individual to burn an increased amount of body fat. These observations are consistent with the concept that noni, can positively affect the regulation of excess body weight.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2006
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Brett West, Bing-Nan Zhou, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070154580
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and formulations directed to the management of Cathepsin G, Cathepsin S, Cathepsin B, Cathepsin L, Butyryl Cholinesterase, Peptidase HIV-1, and NF-kB enzymes comprising the administration of processed Morinda citrifolia based formulations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2006
    Publication date: July 5, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Chen Su, Bing-Nan Zhou, Brett West, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070122507
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for inhibiting Histone Deacetylase (“HDAC”) and/or Tumor Necrosis Factor Converting Enzyme (“TACE”) in living organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the inhibition of HDAC and/or TACE using processed Morinda citrifolia L. plant products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2006
    Publication date: May 31, 2007
    Inventors: Afa Palu, Bing-Nan Zhou, Claude Jensen, Stephen Story
  • Publication number: 20070110684
    Abstract: Methods and formulations that utilize components of the Indian Mulberry plant, scientifically known as Morinda citrifola L., to treat one or more oral and dental disorders, including periodontal diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis, tooth decay, halitosis, and other mouth disorders and irritations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2007
    Publication date: May 17, 2007
    Inventors: Claude Jensen, Afa Palu, Chen Su, Bing-Nan Zhou, Fumiyuki Isami, Robert Ogden, Stephen Story