Patents by Inventor John A. Minatelli

John A. Minatelli 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: 8481072
    Abstract: Beneficial and synergistic effects for alleviating joint pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis have been found with krill oil and/or marine oil in combination with other active constituents, including astaxanthin and polymeric hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronan) in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Swati Sebastian Thomas, Lingan Rajendran, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20130011469
    Abstract: A medicine delivery system includes an inner capsule containing carotenoids and an outer capsule in which the inner capsule is contained within the outer capsule and the outer capsule containing a therapeutically effective amount of krill oil. In one example, the carotenoids comprise at least S, S?-astaxanthin derived from Haematococcus pluvialis, and one or more of lutein and/or trans-zeaxanthin or meso-zeaxanthin. The medicine delivery system also includes 0.5 to 8 mg of astaxanthin, 2 to 15 mg of lutein and 0.2 to 12 mg of trans-zeaxanthin contained within the inner capsule. In a specific example, the medicine delivery system includes about 4 mg of astaxanthin, about 10 mg of lutein and about 1.2 mg of trans-zeaxanthin contained within the inner capsule.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2012
    Publication date: January 10, 2013
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20130005692
    Abstract: A composition and method of retarding and ameliorating eye diseases and injuries is disclosed. The method comprises administering a synergistic mixture of certain carotenoids, including the carotenoid astaxanthin, with phospholipid and triglyceride bound EPA and DHA derived from Krill oil, in which said krill oil contains at least 30% total phospholipids, in a therapeutically effective amount to prevent, retard or treat eye and central nervous system diseases or injuries, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataract, dry eye syndrome due to glandular inflammation and other central nervous system degenerative diseases, photic injury, ischemic diseases, and inflammatory diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Applicant: U.S. NUTRACEUTICALS, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20130005828
    Abstract: Beneficial and synergistic effects for alleviating joint pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis have been found with krill oil and/or marine oil in combination with other active constituents, including astaxanthin and polymeric hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronan) in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Applicant: U.S. NUTRACEUTICALS, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Swati Sebastian Thomas, Lingan Rajendran, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20130004582
    Abstract: Beneficial and synergistic effects for alleviating joint pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis have been found with krill oil and/or marine oil in combination with other active constituents, including astaxanthin and polymeric hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronan) in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Applicant: U.S. NUTRACEUTICALS, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Swati Sebastian Thomas, Lingan Rajendran, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20120027787
    Abstract: A composition of matter comprises a shelf stable, super critical, CO2 fluid extracted seed oil derived from a cracked biomass of perilla frutescens, the seed oil comprising from about 60 to about 95 percent w/w of PUFAs in a ratio of from about 4:1 to about 6:1 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) to linoleic acid (LA) and a mixture of selected antioxidants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck, Uy Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20110306666
    Abstract: A Salvia hispanica L. derived seed oil extract composition of matter containing from 60-88% PUFAs in a ratio of from 3.1:1-3.3:1 of ALA to LA, 4-10% of C-18 mono-unsaturated fatty acid, 1-5% of C-18 saturated fatty acid and 4-8% of C-16 saturated fatty acid in a mixed triglyceride form stable at room temperature of 12-24 months containing a mixture of selected antioxidants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2011
    Publication date: December 15, 2011
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck, Uy Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20110293734
    Abstract: A Salvia hispanica L. derived seed oil extract composition of matter containing from 60-88% PUFAS in a ratio of from 3.1:1-3.3:1 of ALA to LA, 4-10% of C-18 mono-unsaturated fatty acid, 1-5% of C-18 saturated fatty acid and 4-8% of C-16 saturated fatty acid in a mixed triglyceride form stable at room temperature of 12-24 months containing a mixture of selected antioxidants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. NUTRACEUTICALS, LLC, D/B/A VALENSA INTERNATIONAL
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck, Uy Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20110268811
    Abstract: A composition and method which improves blood lipid profiles and optionally reduces low density lipoprotein (LDL) per-oxidation in humans by administering a therapeutic amount of a composition comprising krill oil in combination with astaxanthin or a mixture of fish oil derived, choline based, phospholipid bound omega-3 fatty acid mixture including phospholipid bound polyunsaturated EPA and DHA. In one embodiment, the krill oil is derived from Euphasia spp., comprising Eicosapentaenoic (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic (DHA) fatty acids in the form of triacylglycerides and phospholipids. The krill oil includes at least 10% EPA and 5% DHA, of which greater than 50% are in the form of phospholipids and the 1-4000 mg of krill oil per daily dose is delivered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2011
    Publication date: November 3, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20110237548
    Abstract: A composition and method of retarding and ameliorating eye diseases and injuries is disclosed. The method comprises administering a synergistic mixture of certain carotenoids, including the carotenoid astaxanthin, with phospholipid and triglyceride bound EPA and DHA derived from omega choline, in which said omega choline contains at least 30% total phospholipids, in a therapeutically effective amount to prevent, retard or treat eye central nervous system diseases or injuries, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataract, dry eye syndrome due to glandular inflammation and other central nervous system degenerative diseases, photic injury, ischemic diseases, and inflammatory diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2011
    Publication date: September 29, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20110195061
    Abstract: Beneficial and synergistic effects for alleviating joint pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis have been found using a mixture of fish oil and fish oil derived, choline based, phospholipid bound fatty acid mixture including polyunsaturated EPA and DHA wither alone or in combination with other active constituents, including astaxanthin and polymeric hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronan) in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2011
    Publication date: August 11, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20110117207
    Abstract: A method to treat and alleviate symptoms of joint pain in an individual is accomplished by administering a therapeutic amount of fowl eggshell membrane or processed eggshell membrane preparations in synergistic combination with other active constituents in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2010
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International State of Incorporation:
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Michael Cielensky
  • Publication number: 20110064706
    Abstract: A method and composition prevents, controls and ameliorates urinary tract infections caused by E. coli by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a human dietary supplement composition comprising a cranberry derivative or proanthocyanidin containing concentrate, D-mannose and a proprietary probiotic blend. The cranberry derivative or proanthocyanidin containing concentrate comprises from about one percent (1.0%) by weight to about 95 percent (95.0%) by weight on a dry weight basis. The composition is formulated for delivering a D-mannose unit dosage between about 0.5 to about 5.0 grams per dose. A proprietary probiotic blend is included to provide 5 billion CFU per dose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: March 17, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, S. K. Dash
  • Publication number: 20110021465
    Abstract: A composition and method of retarding and ameliorating eye diseases and injuries is disclosed. The method comprises administering a synergistic mixture of certain carotenoids, including the carotenoid astaxanthin, with phospholipid and triglyceride bound EPA and DHA derived from Krill oil, in which said krill oil contains at least 30% total phospholipids, in a therapeutically effective amount to prevent, retard or treat eye and central nervous system diseases or injuries, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataract, dry eye syndrome due to glandular inflammation and other central nervous system degenerative diseases, photic injury, ischemic diseases, and inflammatory diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20110020316
    Abstract: Beneficial and synergistic effects for alleviating joint pain and symptoms of osteoarthritis and/or rheumatoid arthritis have been found with krill oil and/or marine oil in combination with other active constituents, including astaxanthin and polymeric hyaluronic acid or sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronan) in an oral dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Swati Sebastian Thomas, Lingan Rajendran, Rudi E. Moerck
  • Publication number: 20090258081
    Abstract: A Salvia hispanica L. derived seed oil extract composition of matter containing from 60-88% PUFAs in a ratio of from 3.1:1-3.3:1 of ALA to LA, 4-100% of C-18 mono-unsaturated fatty acid, 1-5% of C-18 saturated fatty acid and 4-8% of C-16 saturated fatty acid in a mixed triglyceride form stable at room temperature of 12-24 months containing a mixture of selected antioxidants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2009
    Publication date: October 15, 2009
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi E. Moerck, Uy Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20090226548
    Abstract: A method is disclosed that prevents, controls and ameliorates urinary tract infections caused by E. coli by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a human dietary supplement composition comprising a cranberry derivative or proanthocyanidin containing concentrate and D-mannose combined in a form suitable for oral consumption. The cranberry derivative or proanthocyanidin containing concentrate comprises from about one percent (1.0%) by weight to about 95 percent (95.0%) by weight on a dry weight basis. The composition is formulated for delivering a D-mannose unit dosage between about 0.5 to about 5.0 grams per dose and further comprising an analgesic or antispasmodic or combination thereof, and optionally a diuretic, and wherein the composition formed from the cranberry derivative or proanthocyanidin containing concentrate, D-mannose are effective together for binding to E. coli to aid in flushing the E. coli from the urinary tract system while preventing binding of E.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2009
    Publication date: September 10, 2009
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill
  • Publication number: 20090180999
    Abstract: A method is disclosed that prevents, controls and ameliorates urinary tract infections caused by E-coli by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a human dietary supplement composition comprising a cranberry derivative or proanthocyandin containing concentrate and D-mannose combined in a form suitable for oral consumption. The cranberry derivative or proanthocyandin containing concentrate comprises from about one percent (1.0%) by weight to about 95 percent (95.0%) by weight on a dry weight basis. The composition is formulated for delivering, a D-mannose unit dosage between about 0.5 to about 5.0 grams per dose and further comprising a diuretic and wherein the composition formed from the cranberry derivative or proanthocyandin containing concentrate, D-mannose and diuretic are effective together for binding to E-coli to aid in flushing the E-coli from the urinary tract system while preventing binding of E-coli to cells in the urinary tract system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill
  • Publication number: 20090181114
    Abstract: A beverage is disclosed that is effective for enhancing gastrointestinal regularity and heart health. It is formed by a liquid comprising fruit derived juices, water or naturally or artificially flavored water. A composition of matter is mixed within the liquid in a shelf stable pasteurized beverage form and formed from sterilized whole seed extracted from Salvia hispanica L. The resulting beverage exhibits a pH dependent viscosity requiring no additional thickening agents and suitable as a beverage for human consumption.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. MINATELLI, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi Moerck, Uy Nguyen
  • Publication number: 20090181127
    Abstract: A composition of matter is disclosed and formed from a stable, defatted whole grain flour derived from Salvia hispanica L. whole ground seed using a suitable solvent that is free of cyanogenic glycosides, vitamin antagonists, and gluten. The composition includes minerals, about 30% wt/wt protein, about 30-40% insoluble fiber and about 2-3% of fructo-oligosaccarides.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2009
    Publication date: July 16, 2009
    Applicant: U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC d/b/a Valensa International
    Inventors: John A. Minatelli, W. Stephen Hill, Rudi Moerck, Uy Nguyen