Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a lupin-sourced protein-enriched preparation comprising the steps of: (a) solubilising the proteins from lupin meal using alkaline conditions, (b) precipitating the solubilised proteins, and (c) solubilising the precipitated proteins of step (b); from which lupin milk and derived products is made through (a) diluting the lupin-sourced protein-enriched preparation, and (b) blending fat, carbohydrate, and whitening ingredients to achieve desired organoleptic and nutritional qualities.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing collagen from an animal skin. In particular, the present invention a method for producing collagen from an animal skin comprising the step of applying to said skin an organic acid buffer for sufficient time to enable the extraction of collagen.

Abstract: A support adapted to be placed on a person's leg such that it can contact the backs of the user's upper and lower leg includes a surface that is conformed to the user's leg, renders the support more comfortable to use and more effective in supporting the user's leg. The support is structured so that any tendency for the support to move or rotate relative to the user's leg is minimized. The support may include a raised portion or is otherwise shaped to inhibit movement or rotation. The support may have a first surface portion shaped to conform to a calf area of the rear of the lower leg and a second surface portion shaped to conform to an Achilles tendon area of the rear of the lower leg.

Abstract: A shoulder supporter that retains the wearer's shoulder in a desired position is constructed so that it is more comfortable to wear and easier to put on and take off. The supporter has a first strap to extend about a shoulder and a second strap coupled to the first strap for anchoring at least a portion of the first strap in an anchoring location whereby the first and second straps cooperate to maintain the shoulder in the desired position. The second strap may be configured as a torso strap. The supporter may also have a release mechanism coupled to one of the straps and is operable from a side adjacent the front of the torso for releasing at least one of the straps. In this manner, the shoulder can move relatively unrestrained from the desired position. The supporter may also include elastic element adapted to exert a variable locating force on a shoulder such that, as the shoulder moves further away from the desired position, the force on the shoulder increases.