Abstract: Compositions for treatment or prevention of synovitis are provided. The compositions contain a therapeutically effective amount of at least one of oleuropein, rutin or curcumin and preferably contain at least oleuropin. Methods for treatment or prevention of synovitis are also provided, and the methods include administering such compositions. The compositions can additionally include one or more of quercetin, hydroxytyrosol or vitamin D.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition for maintenance of bone and/or cartilage health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of bone and/or cartilage disorders.

Abstract: A composition comprising whey protein and optionally Vitamin D and calcium can be administered to an individual to decrease fat deposition in muscle; increase muscle density; improve or maintain muscle quality; and/or treat or prevent muscle weakness. The composition can be administered to an elderly individual or an individual having a condition associated with increased fat infiltration in muscle to treat the condition, such as obesity. Preferably at least a portion of the whey protein is whey protein micelles, and a daily dose of the whey protein is at least 18 g.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition for maintenance of bone and/or cartilage health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of bone and/or cartilage disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new integrated, holistic approach to empower older adults to enhance their quality of life and independence through a personalized lifestyle and nutrition program. This is achieved by measuring the physical status of the adults with respect to strength and endurance. In addition, their nutritional status is assessed. Based on those assessments recommendations are provided with respect to particular exercise programs and nutrients that support the functions bones, muscles and cartilage. These methods can be implemented as a software program and executed on computer systems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition for maintenance of bone and/or cartilage health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of bone and/or cartilage disorders.

Abstract: A composition containing oleuropein and/or hydroxytyrosol can be administered to maintain joint health or prevent or treat a joint disorder, for example by preventing or treating cartilage breakdown. The composition can decrease joint pain. An elderly mammal can be the recipient of administration.

Abstract: A composition comprising whey protein and optionally Vitamin D and calcium can be administered to an individual to decrease fat deposition in muscle; increase muscle density; improve or maintain muscle quality; and/or treat or prevent muscle weakness. The composition can be administered to an elderly individual or an individual having a condition associated with increased fat infiltration in muscle to treat the condition, such as obesity. Preferably at least a portion of the whey protein is whey protein micelles, and a daily dose of the whey protein is at least 18 g.

Abstract: The invention discloses a composition comprising a mixture of oligosaccharides, said mixture containing at least one N-acetylated oligosaccharide, at least one sialylated oligosaccharide and at least one neutral oligosaccharide, for use in the promotion magnesium absorption and/or magnesium retention. The composition preferably further comprises at least one long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid and/or at least one probiotic. This composition is particularly adapted for use in infants notably preterm infants.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a composition for preventing, decreasing and/or treating skin and hair/coat disorders, such as is effected by inflammatory reactions, environmental factors, ageing or cancer. In particular, the present invention relates to the use of flavanones compounds or their derivatives in nutritional, cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions for improvement of human or pet animal skin and coat conditions.

Abstract: The invention discloses a composition comprising at least one long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid, at least one probiotic and a mixture of oligosaccharides, said mixture containing at least one N-acetylated oligosaccharide, at least one sialylated oligosaccharide and at least one neutral oligosaccharide, for use in the promotion of healthy bone growth and/or in the prevention and/or treatment of bone disease. Said bone disease is in particular osteomalacia, rickets, osteopenia or osteoporosis. Preferably the composition is a nutritional composition.

Abstract: Compositions for treatment or prevention of synovitis are provided. The compositions contain a therapeutically effective amount of at least one of oleuropein, rutin or curcumin and preferably contain at least oleuropin. Methods for treatment or prevention of synovitis are also provided, and the methods include administering such compositions. The compositions can additionally include one or more of quercetin, hydroxytyrosol or vitamin D.

Abstract: This invention relates to a cohesive thin liquid nutritional product comprising an aqueous solution of at least one food grade biopolymer selected from a group of molecules providing visco-elasticity, to the use of said product for promoting safer swallowing of food boluses in dysphagic patients and to a method for preparing the product.

Abstract: Joint health compositions for maintaining mobility and cartilage and preventing osteoarthritis, one of the compositions comprises Fructus Corni, said composition further comprises a Kudzu extract and/or a source of protein, a source of calcium and a source of vitamin D, another composition comprises Fructus Corni aqueous extract and milk powder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition comprising oleuropein and/or hydroxytyrosol for maintenance joint health or prevention or treatment of joint disorders. In particular, the invention relates to oleuropein for use to prevent or treat cartilage breakdown.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition comprising rutin for maintenance of joint health or prevention or treatment of joint disorders. In particular, the invention relates to rutin for use to prevent or treat cartilage breakdown.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the filed of medical nutrition. For example, the present invention relates to a composition comprising an amino acid source that in combination with electrical muscle stimulation can be used for the treatment of prevention of sarcopenia, for for reducing the loss of muscle morphology, for increasing the muscle morphology, and/or for improving muscle recovery after muscle atrophy in elderly humans.

Abstract: The present invention relates to use of a composition for maintenance of bone and/or cartilage health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of bone and/or cartilage disorders.

Abstract: The invention concerns a synthetic composition for restoring and/or maintaining a positive net protein balance in a child, wherein the composition is administered in a dose of 0.10 to 0.55 gram of proteins per kilogram of body mass of the child, said dose being administered as at least one serving given over a period of 0 min duration to about 60 min duration. The invention also relates to a non-therapeutic method of restoring and/or maintaining a positive net protein balance in a child, said method comprising the use of a synthetic composition administered in a dose of 0.10 to 0.55 gram of proteins per kilogram of body mass of the child, said dose being administered as at least one serving given over a period of 0 min duration to about 60 min duration. Preferably the composition has a protein content of 0.075 to 10 g/100 mL, more preferably of 0.75 to 6 g/100 mL.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new integrated, holistic approach to empower older adults to enhance their quality of life and independence through a personalized lifestyle and nutrition program. This is achieved by measuring the physical status of the adults with respect to strength and endurance. In addition, their nutritional status is assessed. Based on those assessments recommendations are provided with respect to particular exercise programs and nutrients that support the functions bones, muscles and cartilage. These methods can be implemented as a software program and executed on computer systems.