Abstract: The invention relates to the discovery of alternative carriers for adhesion of salt and flavors to popcorn during microwave popping to replace the typical unhealthy solid fat carriers, such as palm oil. Unexpectedly, water can be used as a carrier instead of fats to adhere salt and flavors to the popcorn during microwave popping. Also unexpectedly, MCT oil can be used in both high and extremely low amounts to adhere high levels of salt and flavors to the popcorn kernels during microwave popping without causing burning or scorching. Thus, MCT oil can be used to replace solid fat carriers, such as palm oil, and create a healthier popcorn, not only by replacing the palm oil with a healthier salt carrier, but also by providing a salt carrier having a lower fat content capable of providing higher salt adhesion.

Abstract: The invention relates to the discovery of alternative carriers for adhesion of salt and flavors to popcorn during microwave popping to replace the typical unhealthy solid fat carriers, such as palm oil. Unexpectedly, water can be used as a carrier instead of fats to adhere salt and flavors to the popcorn during microwave popping. Also unexpectedly, MCT oil can be used in both high and extremely low amounts to adhere high levels of salt and flavors to the popcorn kernels during microwave popping without causing burning or scorching. Thus, MCT oil can be used to replace solid fat carriers, such as palm oil, and create a healthier popcorn, not only by replacing the palm oil with a healthier salt carrier, but also by providing a salt carrier having a lower fat content capable of providing higher salt adhesion.

Abstract: The invention relates to MCT oil/alcohol compositions without visible clouding or phase separation between the MCT and alcohol components at room temperature. The invention encompasses MCT oil/alcohol compositions containing MCT oil, alcohol, and water. The MCT oil/alcohol compositions can be used for mixing oil-soluble, alcohol-soluble, and water-soluble compounds, and for lubricating, disinfecting, sterilizing, cleaning, and coating surfaces.

Abstract: The invention relates to the discovery of alternative carriers for adhesion of salt and flavors to popcorn during microwave popping to replace the typical unhealthy solid fat carriers, such as palm oil. Unexpectedly, water can be used as a carrier instead of fats to adhere salt and flavors to the popcorn during microwave popping. Also unexpectedly, MCT oil can be used in extremely low amounts to adhere high levels of salt and flavors to the popcorn kernels during microwave popping. Thus, MCT oil can be used to replace solid fat carriers, such as palm oil, and create a healthier popcorn, not only by replacing the palm oil with a healthier salt carrier, but also by providing a salt carrier having a lower fat content capable of providing higher salt adhesion.

Abstract: A substantially cylindrical glass bottle that is susceptible to accidental rolling and breakage when stored on its side has been structurally modified by forming a series of between approximately 8 and 24 small protrusions or bumpers spaced apart at regular intervals along either one path or two separated paths around the bottle's circumference at certain distances from the shoulder and base of the bottle. The bumpers project outward between approximately 2 mm to 6 mm from the bottle's outer sidewall surface, and pairs of these bumpers stably support the bottle stored on its side without the bottle rocking or rolling.

Abstract: The invention relates to MCT oil/alcohol compositions without visible clouding or phase separation between the MCT and alcohol components at room temperature. The invention encompasses MCT oil/alcohol compositions containing MCT oil, alcohol, and water. The MCT oil/alcohol compositions can be used for mixing oil-soluble, alcohol-soluble, and water-soluble compounds, and for lubricating, disinfecting, sterilizing, cleaning, and coating surfaces.

Abstract: Household lubricant compositions containing medium chain triglycerides are non-toxic and biodegradable. The lubricant compositions are made using vegetable oil components and stabilized using alcohol, an antioxidant, and a metal chelator. The lubricant compositions offer safe and environmentally friendly alternatives to petroleum-based lubricants, yet have similar lubricity and are more stable than naturally sourced vegetable oils. The compositions also can be used to clean and coat surfaces, including food preparation surfaces, and to prevent corrosion. Still further uses include sterilization and sanitation of surfaces and as a skin conditioner and lubricant.

Abstract: Methods of improving mammalian carbohydrate metabolism and treating, preventing, or halting the progression of type 2 diabetes mellitus involve the consumption of a nutritional composition containing fruit or vegetable pomace. The pomace is produced from native plant tissue and contains a mixture of soluble and insoluble fiber. Periodic consumption of the composition normalizes blood glucose concentration and controls body weight.

Abstract: Household lubricant compositions containing medium chain triglycerides are non-toxic and biodegradable. The lubricant compositions are made using vegetable oil components and stabilized using alcohol, an antioxidant, and a metal chelator. The lubricant compositions offer safe and environmentally friendly alternatives to petroleum-based lubricants, yet have similar lubricity and are more stable than naturally sourced vegetable oils. The compositions also can be used to clean and coat surfaces, including food preparation surfaces, and to prevent corrosion. Still further uses include sterilization and sanitation of surfaces and as a skin conditioner and lubricant.

Abstract: Household lubricant compositions containing medium chain triglycerides are non-toxic and biodegradable. The lubricant compositions are made using vegetable oil components and stabilized using alcohol, an antioxidant, and a metal chelator. The lubricant compositions offer safe and environmentally friendly alternatives to petroleum-based lubricants, yet have similar lubricity and are more stable than naturally sourced vegetable oils. The compositions also can be used to clean and coat surfaces, including food preparation surfaces, and to prevent corrosion. Still further uses include sterilization and sanitation of surfaces and as a skin conditioner and lubricant.

Abstract: A substantially cylindrical glass bottle that is susceptible to accidental rolling and breakage when stored on its side has been structurally modified by forming a series of between approximately 8 and 24 small protrusions or bumpers spaced apart at regular intervals along either one path or two separated paths around the bottle's circumference at certain distances from the shoulder and base of the bottle. The bumpers project outward between approximately 2 mm to 6 mm from the bottle's outer sidewall surface, and pairs of these bumpers stably support the bottle stored on its side without the bottle rocking or rolling.

Abstract: 2D and 3D cell culture containers formed from blends of poly-L-lactide and poly-D-lactide provide growth surfaces for adherent cells and do not require surface treatment or coating to support mammalian cell growth. The cell culture containers are transparent, heat tolerant, and are environmentally degradable and suitable for composting in landfills.

Abstract: Methods of improving mammalian carbohydrate metabolism and treating, preventing, or halting the progression of type 2 diabetes mellitus involve the consumption of a nutritional composition containing fruit or vegetable pomace. The pomace is produced from native plant tissue and contains a mixture of soluble and insoluble fiber. Periodic consumption of the composition normalizes blood glucose concentration and controls body weight.

Abstract: Methods of improving mammalian carbohydrate metabolism and treating, preventing, or halting the progression of type 2 diabetes mellitus involve the consumption of a nutritional composition containing fruit or vegetable pomace. The pomace is produced from native plant tissue and contains a mixture of soluble and insoluble fiber. Periodic consumption of the composition normalizes blood glucose concentration and controls body weight.

Abstract: Described are methods for the assembly of monolayer, bilayer, or multi-layer structures composed of homogenous rod-like molecules and particles. Included are methods for tuning physical properties of the mono- or multi-layered structures by changing ionic conditions and the size or concentration of polymer used for self-assembly.

Abstract: 2D and 3D cell culture containers formed from blends of poly-L-lactide and poly-D-lactide provide growth surfaces for adherent cells and do not require surface treatment or coating to support mammalian cell growth. The cell culture containers are transparent, heat tolerant, and are environmentally degradable and suitable for composting in landfills.

Abstract: 2D and 3D cell culture containers formed from blends of poly-L-lactide and poly-D-lactide provide growth surfaces for adherent cells and do not require surface treatment or coating to support mammalian cell growth. The cell culture containers are transparent, heat tolerant, and are environmentally degradable and suitable for composting in landfills.

Abstract: 2D and 3D cell culture containers formed from blends of poly-L-lactide and poly-D-lactide provide growth surfaces for adherent cells and do not require surface treatment or coating to support mammalian cell growth. The cell culture containers are transparent, heat tolerant, and are environmentally degradable and suitable for composting in landfills.

Abstract: An improved forced air sampling cassette is provided for the capture, identification, quantification, and analysis of airborne particles such as mold spores, plant pollens, dust, and other airborne pollutants. An adhesive assembly for the cassette is also provided. The cassette makes use of a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer with substantially improved properties for quantitative capture of airborne particles up to about 300 microns in size or larger.