Abstract: The present application is directed to materials and methods for producing extracts from a plant of the Moringaceae family having high concentrations of moringa isothiocyanates.

Abstract: Described herein is an enriched substance containing a ground edible material comprising one or more concentrated bioactive natural products from plant juice, as well as methods of producing such enriched substances and methods of using such solids to provide beneficial effects to humans or other animals. Enriched foods comprising the enriched substance(s) are also provided. Also provided are non-sorbed natural products such as sugars, fats oils, and carotenoids found in the non-sorbed plant liquor fraction of plant juice.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for the production of enriched substances that can be used in the preparation of enriched food products, dietary supplements, medical foods, cosmetic products or pharmaceutical agents.

Abstract: The present application is directed to materials and method for producing leachates from a plant of the Amaranthaceae family.

Abstract: Provided herein are several improved lettuce varieties, having increased anthocyanin and polyphenol content, and increased oxygen radical absorption capacity, as compared to other known varieties of lettuce. Also provided are parts of such new lettuces, such as leaves, heads, seeds, tissue cultures, and extracts generated from such varieties. The disclosure also provides methods of using the new lettuces and parts thereof, for example to reduce blood glucose levels.

Abstract: The present application is directed to materials and methods for producing extracts from a plant of the Moringaceae family having high concentrations of moringa isothiocyanates. The present disclosure is based in part on the discovery that the enzyme necessary to convert moringa glucosinolates (MGLs) into moringa isothiocyanates (MICs) (i.e., myrosinase) can be activated by simply injuring fresh leaves or sprouts of a plant of the Moringaceae family, without first subjecting the plant material to harsh conditions, such as harsh temperatures and drying conditions.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for the production of enriched substances that can be used in the preparation of enriched food products, dietary supplements, medical foods, cosmetic products or pharmaceutical agents.

Abstract: The present application is directed to materials and methods for producing extracts from a plant of the Moringaceae family having high concentrations of moringa isothiocyanates.

Abstract: The present application is directed to materials and method for producing leachates from a plant of the Amaranthaceae family.

Abstract: Methods for the production of enriched plant polyphenols-dairy (e.g., milk) or polyphenols-ground edible material products that can be used in the preparation of functional foods, dietary supplements, medical foods, cosmetic products or pharmaceutical agents. The method of obtaining a polyphenol-dairy protein product comprising the steps of (a) combining a plant-derived polyphenol and a dairy product such as a dairy product comprising a protein, to form the polyphenol-dairy protein (e g, milk protein) product and a liquor; and (b) separating the polyphenol-dairy protein product from the liquor. In various embodiments, the plant-derived polyphenols and dairy product are a mixture of solid products, such as would be found in a dry composition. These methods also provide for the immobilization of these component(s) on the healthy, nutritious, and low-sugar food matrix provided by the ground edible material.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to methods of using brassinosteroid compounds, including those defined by formula I or a derivative thereof, for inducing an anabolically favorable state for growth, repair, and maintenance of skeletal muscle and skin.

Abstract: Described herein is an enriched substance containing a ground edible material comprising one or more concentrated bioactive natural products from plant juice, as well as methods of producing such enriched substances and methods of using such solids to provide beneficial effects to humans or other animals. Enriched foods comprising the enriched substance(s) are also provided. Also provided are non-sorbed natural products such as sugars, fats oils, and carotenoids found in the non-sorbed plant liquor fraction of plant juice.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods and compositions which are useful in the modulation of endogenous growth hormone levels in a mammal. Also included are methods of treating a mammal which include the administration of said compositions.

Abstract: A method of preparing Pouteria lucuma extract was developed which comprises extracting oil from the nut. The lucuma nut oil (LNO) was effective to induce cell migration, enhance tissue regeneration and enhance wound healing. The lucuma nut oil provides an agent that is useful for therapeutic or cosmetic maintenance of skin and scalp.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of reducing circulating glucose levels with compositions obtained from botanical sources. More specifically, the invention relates to methods of treating individuals whom wish to reduce their circulating glucose levels, particularly individuals having elevated circulating glucose levels, with an extract product of Aframomum melegueta.

Abstract: The subject of this invention is the anti-inflammatory activity of a formulation of Barbarea verna (upland cress, early winter cress, or winter cress) seed preparation (BSP) containing phenethylisothiocyanate as its main active ingredient. BSP is a promising anti-inflammatory agent, which can be used for treatment of many inflammation-related conditions, including but not limited to rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, acute and chronic pains, lupus, irritable bowl disease, cancer and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of treating a subject afflicted with a disease associated with demyelination of the central nervous system comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of any of a composition containing Tripterygium wilfordii Hook F. root extract or components thereof and a pharmaceutically effective carrier in an amount effective to treat the subject.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions capable of modulating visceral sensation and/or gastrointestinal activity obtained from botanical sources. More specifically, the invention relates to compositions comprising an extract product of an Asclepias plant, and methods of modulating visceral sensation and/or gastrointestinal activity in an individual using same.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of a disordered metabolism syndrome comprising anthocyanin-rich extracts from berries. The present invention further provides a method for treating a disordered metabolism syndrome utilizing anthocyanin-rich extracts from berries.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a composition comprising pregnane derivatives according to Formula (I), or a salt, solvate or hydrate thereof, and to a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. The composition may be used to lower glucocorticoid level in a human or animal. It may also be used tor modulate activity of enzymes of glucocorticoid metabolism, to modulate RNA transcription and protein level of hypothalamic, hippocampal and pituitary peptides, or for treatment or prophylaxis of human or animal diseases.