Patents by Inventor Carl W. Hastings

Carl W. Hastings 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).

  • Patent number: 9579356
    Abstract: The disclosure is generally directed to methods and compositions for reducing blood cholesterol levels, and more particularly to dietary supplements for reducing blood cholesterol levels. The dietary supplements for reducing cholesterol typically comprise at least one phytosterol source, at least one soluble fiber source, at least one guggulsterone source, and at least one policosanol source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: RELIV INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes, Scott C. Kubel
  • Publication number: 20130202572
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are caffeine-free dietary supplements for increasing energy in a subject and methods of administering the same. The method comprises administering to a subject a caffeine-free dietary supplement comprising omega-3 fatty acids, resveratrol, beta-alanine, gamma aminobutyric acid, and valerian root extract product, in amounts such that the supplement is effective for increasing energy and mental focus and relieving stress in the subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2012
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Applicant: RELIV INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: Carl W. Hastings
  • Patent number: 8496979
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are caffeine-free dietary supplements for increasing energy in a subject and methods of administering the same. The method comprises administering to a subject a caffeine-free dietary supplement comprising omega-3 fatty acids, resveratrol, beta-alanine, gamma aminobutyric acid, and valerian root extract product, in amounts such that the supplement is effective for increasing energy and mental focus and relieving stress in the subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Assignee: Reliv International, Inc.
    Inventor: Carl W. Hastings
  • Patent number: 8168241
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for enhancing physical performance of human subjects is disclosed. The supplement in dry, finely-divided form includes as a major ingredient a soy protein isolate containing at least 80% protein on a moisture-free basis with lesser amounts of carbohydrate, free form amino acids, medium chain triglycerides, creatine monohydrate, l-carnitine, grape seed extract, coenzyme Q10, piper nigrum extract, and alpha lipoic acid. In a preferred embodiment, the supplement also includes minor amounts of conjugated linoleic acid and phosphatidylserine/phosphatidylcholine complex.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2012
    Assignee: Reliv International, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes, Christine A. Daley
  • Patent number: 8114445
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are dietary supplements for promoting wellness and weight loss in a subject. In one aspect, the method includes administering to a subject whom wishes to lose weight a dietary supplement containing an extract product of Salacia, an extract product of Lagerstroemea speciosa, an extract product of French maritime pine bark, an extract product of Pterocarpus marsupium, and an extract product of Syzygium cumini, said composition being administered in an amount effective to promote wellness and weight loss in the subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Assignee: Reliv International inc.
    Inventor: Carl W. Hastings
  • Publication number: 20100119498
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are dietary supplements for promoting wellness and weight loss in a subject. In one aspect, the method includes administering to a subject whom wishes to lose weight a dietary supplement containing an extract product of Salacia, an extract product of Lagerstroemea speciosa, an extract product of French maritime pine bark, an extract product of Pterocarpus marsupium, and an extract product of Syzygium cumini, said composition being administered in an amount effective to promote wellness and weight loss in the subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2009
    Publication date: May 13, 2010
    Applicant: RELIV INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: Carl W. Hastings
  • Publication number: 20040170709
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for enhancing physical performance of human subjects is disclosed. The supplement in dry, finely-divided form includes as a major ingredient a soy protein isolate containing at least 80% protein on a moisture-free basis with lesser amounts of carbohydrate, free form amino acids, medium chain triglycerides, creatine monohydrate, l-carnitine, grape seed extract, coenzyme Q10, piper nigrum extract, and alpha lipoic acid. In a preferred embodiment, the supplement also includes minor amounts of conjugated linoleic acid and phosphatidylserine/phosphatidylcholine complex.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2004
    Publication date: September 2, 2004
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes, Christine A. Daley
  • Patent number: 6368617
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for promoting healthy hormonal balance in adult human subjects, and especially in elderly subjects, that comprises a secretagogue for stimulating the release of human Growth Hormone (hGH) by the pituitary, and the conversion by hGH to Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1(IGF-1), in combination with 7-keto dehydroepiandosterone (7-keto DHEA). The dietary supplement also includes other interacting ingredients for delivering antioxidants for retarding damage at the cellular level caused by the presence of free radicals, and natural herbs for promoting physiological health.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Assignee: Reliv' International, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes, Christine A. Daley
  • Publication number: 20010041187
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for enhancing physical performance of human subjects is disclosed. The supplement in dry, finely-divided form includes as a major ingredient a soy protein isolate containing at least 80% protein on a moisture-free basis with lesser amounts of carbohydrate, free form amino acids, medium chain triglycerides, creatine monohydrate, l-carnitine, grape seed extract, coenzyme Q10, piper nigrum extract, and alpha lipoic acid. In a preferred embodiment, the supplement also includes minor amounts of conjugated linoleic acid and phosphatidylserine/phosphatidylcholine complex.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 1998
    Publication date: November 15, 2001
    Inventors: CARL W HASTINGS, DAVID J BARNES, CHRISTINE A DALEY
  • Patent number: 6224871
    Abstract: A dietary supplement for nutritionally promoting healthy joint function in human subjects is disclosed. The supplement includes as a major ingredient a protein derived from the enzymatic hydrolysis of collagen in combination with lesser proportions of glucosamine sulfate, ginkgo biloba, borage oil powder, turmeric, boswellia serrata, ashwagandha, piper nigrum extract, and a herbal blend.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Assignee: Reliv International, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes, Christine A. Daley
  • Patent number: 5626849
    Abstract: The present invention involves a dietary supplement that can be used as a weight loss composition. The composition comprises of an essentially dry mixture of chromium, L-carnitine, gamma-linolenic acid, (-) hydroxycitric acid, choline, inositol, antioxidants and herbs. The preferred antioxidants are Coenzyme Q10 and the herbs are ginkgo biloba leaves. The essentially dry mixture can be prepared as a beverage and delivered enterally. The present invention also involves a method for inducing weight loss in a mammal. The method involves administering to a mammal, preferably a human, a weight loss inducing effective amount of the above described essentially dry mixture. The weight loss inducing effective amount of the above composition is administered daily in at least two separate portions of 7.325 grams each.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 1995
    Date of Patent: May 6, 1997
    Assignee: Reliv International, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl W. Hastings, David J. Barnes
  • Patent number: 5567424
    Abstract: The present invention involves a beverage composition that supplies fiber, herbs, antioxidants, and enzymes to the human body. This beverage composition can serve as a food supplement to deliver a combination of nutrients to the body to assist in maintaining good health.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 22, 1996
    Assignee: Reliv International, Inc.
    Inventor: Carl W. Hastings