Abstract: The present invention provides a composition to promote healthy weight and reduce diabetic complications. The composition provides biologically active ingredients that are combined in a food and provide dietary fiber, trace minerals and phytonutrients, wherein the composition may be used alone or in combination with other foods in a method for improving health.

Abstract: A composition for reducing or stabilizing blood pressure and relieving headaches comprises (a) a first component comprising (i) tea, or (ii) tea and vitamin B6, or (iii) a combination of vitamin C and vitamin B6, or (iv) a combination of tea, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, and (b) a sulfur-containing amino acid. Preferably, the composition is provided in tablet or capsule form.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of treating pain caused by bursitis, tendinitis, arthritis, and the like, comprises ingesting an effective amount of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, and ingesting an effective amount of L-or DL-Methionine and a sugar which provides relief from stomach discomfort caused by the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug and which in combination with the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug results in relieving the pain more effectively than the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug alone.

Abstract: A dosage unit for treating stomach disorders, comprises an effective dosage of L- or DL-Methionine, and an effective dosage of a sweetener.

Abstract: An aid for teaching children addition and subtraction of two numbers according to an algebraic equation. Cards bearing selected integers and one card bearing a plus or minus sign are placed by the teacher on a panel in horizontally aligned spaces corresponding to the terms of the equation but for one space. The student is then challenged to hang a card displaying the appropriate integer or sign in the vacant space. Rings slidable on a horizontal rod are positionable in the spaces in quantities corresponding to the integers thereat for visual reinforcement of the equation.

Abstract: A portable energy conserving bed warming device is provided, designed to store heat and to permit its gradual radiation over an extended period of time. The device is placed at the foot of the bed, under the bed covers, and radiates heat to warm the bed and provide for comfortable sleeping in cold weather. It includes a hollow container made of a heat conductive material to provide a reservoir for heated fluid. The fluid is placed in the container and heated, following which the container is closed. The container is snugly enclosed within a hollow heat insulating casing closed on all sides except for a plurality of selectively disposed openings in the front wall. The openings in the casing permit heat radiating from the heated fluid in the reservoir to pass slowly into the ambient atmosphere, thereby warming the bed in which the device is placed.