Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising benzofuran compounds and benzophenanthridine alkaloids, which possess anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal activity useful in the treatment of vaginal infections and the resulting inflammatory states.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising benzophenanthridine alkaloids, benzofuran compounds and catechin polyphenols, which are useful in the treatment and prevention of infections of the oral cavity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing said Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. Said composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitizing the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated ?-3 fatty acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing said Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. Said composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitising the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated ?-3 fatty acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a stable composition enriched in cis-lycopene (z-isomers) by prolonged heating in solvents of tomatoes, parts of tomatoes, derivative thereof or tomato extracts in solvents.

Abstract: A Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing the Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. The composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitising the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated ?-3 fatty acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel phospholipids complexes of olive fruits or leaves extracts or compositions containing it having improved bioavailability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of a Cynara scolymus extract obtainable by fractioning on a resin. The process of the invention allows to obtain an extract, starting from the aerial parts of the plant Cynara scolymus, containing three classes of active principles, namely dicaffeoylquinic acids, luteolin and cynaropicrin glycosides, in a constant ratio. Cynaropicrin is stabilized by addition of precise amounts of sulfated amino acids or suitable thio-derivatives. These extracts have hypolipemizing, anti-dyspeptic and vascular anti-inflammatory activities. The extracts are mainly formulated in Enothera biennis oil or in oils rich in ?-3 and ?-6 acids which enhance the vascular activity.

Abstract: A process for the extraction of lycopene from whole tomatoes, in which process tomatoes are heat concentrated and extracted with water-saturated ethyl acetate.

Abstract: A process for the extraction of Vitis vinifera seeds which comprises: a) extraction of grape seeds with a solvent (total extract); b) removal of water-insoluble tannins; c) optional removal of water-soluble tannins; d separation of the products with different MW, through chromatographic purification on a column.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an extract of Salix spp obtainable by fractioning on a resin and to the process for its preparation. The extract of the invention is characterized by an high content in salicin derivatives, reduced content in high molecular tannins and a content in proanthocyanidins sufficient to inhibit some tissue metal proteases. The product is formulated in oils rich in ?-3 and ?-6 acids which provide a better absorption of the extract active principles, also increasing synergetically their action.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel phospholipids complexes of curcumin or extracts containing it having improved bioavailability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of extracts of plants or roots of the Paeonia genus, in particular Paeonia lactiflora, for the preparation of growth promoters for use in livestock.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing said Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. Said composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitising the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated ?-3 fatty acids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high caffeoylquinic acid content, obtainable by extraction from undried globe artichoke heads with alcohols having up to three carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of extracts of plants or fruits of the Lycium genus, in particular of Lycium barbarum, for the preparation of growth promoters for use in livestock.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a stable composition enriched in cis-lycopene (z-isomers) by prolonged heating in solvents of tomatoes, parts of tomatoes, derivative thereof or tomato extracts in solvents.

Abstract: A process for the extraction of lycopene from whole tomatoes, in which process tomatoes are heat concentrated and extracted with water-saturated ethyl acetate.

Abstract: An Echinacea angustifolia extract and a process for the preparation thereof are herein described. The extract is characterized by an alkylamides content lower than 0.1%, an echinacoside content ranging from 1 to 10% and containing from 1 to 15% of a polysaccharide characteristic of Echinacea angustifolia. The extract can be used for the treatment of pathological conditions in which it is desirable to strengthen the immune defenses.

Abstract: A polysaccharide of Echinacea angustifolia roots, having molecular weight of 1.3×105 Da and including rhamnose, arabinose, galactose and galacturonic acid in ratio 0.5:2.5:1.75:10.25, is recovered from spontaneous or cultivated Echinacea angustifolia roots by means process including the following steps: a) depriving the roots of non polysaccharidic constituents by extraction with solvent; b)extracting the polysaccharidic fraction from the roots as directly obtained from the preceding step; c) isolating the polysaccharide by chromatography of the polysaccharidic fraction. Due to its immune-stimulating properties, the polysaccharide can be used for the preparation of medicaments, food supplements or nutraceutical compositions to administer whenever it is desirable to strenghthen the immune system body defenses.