Patents by Inventor Mark Empie

Mark Empie 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).

  • Publication number: 20070141178
    Abstract: Processes for obtaining lignan extracts from plant materials are disclosed. Compositions including lignan extracts as well as uses of the lignan extracts are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 4, 2006
    Publication date: June 21, 2007
    Inventors: Mark Empie, William Fletcher, Thomas Gottemoller, Richard Grabiel, Lawrence Karcher, Sigmund Peterson, Sam Sun
  • Publication number: 20060234948
    Abstract: Compositions are provided that includes a lignan, and an additional compound such as an isoflavone, a tocopherol, a phytosterol, a polyphenol, a catechin, an anthocyanin, an astaxanthin, or a glucosamine. The compositions can be formulated as a dietary supplement, in tablet, powder or liquid form, or can be incorporated into a food product. Methods of treating various diseases by administering the compositions are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 3, 2006
    Publication date: October 19, 2006
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Brent Flickinger, Sam Sun
  • Patent number: 6900240
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting and isolating phytochemical fractions from plant matter for treatment of cancer and especially for breast, prostate, skin, colon, urinary and bladder cancer. The composition is enriched preferably with two or more different phytochemical fractions, namely, isoflavones, lignans, saponins and saponogenins, catechins, and phenolic acids. The two selected fractions are different from each other and are combined specifically to form a composition to treat cancer. Soy is the preferred source of these phytochemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition may be delivered in an easy to use or consume form, such as creams, pills, tablets, capsules, dry powder, health bars, food ingredients and supplements, tablets, soft gels, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2005
    Assignee: Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Publication number: 20030064938
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in isoflavones, lignans, saponins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals: however, other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre- and post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6518319
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in isoflavones, lignans, saponins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre- and post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2003
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6509381
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting and isolating phytochemical fractions from plant matter for treatment for neurological conditions and especially for migraine headaches, inflammations, dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease. The composition is enriched, preferably with two or more different fractions, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins and saponogenins, catechins, and phenolic acids. The two selected fractions are different from each other and are combined specifically to form a composition to treat a neurological condition. Soy is the preferred source of these phytochemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition may be delivered in an easy to use or consume form, such as cream, pills, tablets, capsules, pellets, dry powder, health bars, food ingredients and supplements, soft gels, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2003
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Publication number: 20030003168
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in isoflavones, lignans, saponins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals: however, other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre- and post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Publication date: January 2, 2003
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Publication number: 20020187211
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in isoflavones, lignans. saponins. catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals: however other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre- and post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Publication date: December 12, 2002
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Publication number: 20020168433
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in isoflavones, lignans, saponins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals: however, other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre- and post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Publication date: November 14, 2002
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6399072
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter for treatment of alcohol dependency. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of alcoholism. The isoflavone may be any in a group including malonyl, acetyl, glucoside, and aglycone. The composition is in a concentrated form to be delivered in an easy to consume dosage, such as a pill, tablet, liquid, capsule, or a food supplement including a health bars.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2002
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6395279
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter and is administered to provide treatment for cancer and especially for breast, prostate, skin, colon, urinary and bladder cancer. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of phytochemicals refined from plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins and phenolic acids. The isoflavones are selected from a group including malonyl, acetyl, glucoside, and aglycone. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers and other syndromes and disorders. In particular, the dietary supplement is in a concentrated, easy to use or consume form, such as creams, pills, tablets, capsules, pellets, dry powder, health bars, food ingredients and supplements, tablets, soft gels, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2002
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6391310
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter and is administered to provide treatment for mental conditions and nerve problems, especially neurological symptoms, immunological symptoms, migraine headaches, inflammations and dementia. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins and phenolic acids. The isoflavones are taken from a group including malonyl, acetyl, glucoside and aglycone. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various syndromes and disorders presented in a concentrated, easily delivered and consumed dosage, such as a health bar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6391309
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter to form a dietary supplement for treatment of female symptoms. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The isoflavone may be any in a group including malonyl, acetyl, glucoside, and aglycone. The composition is in a concentrated form to be delivered in an easy to consume dosage, such as a pill, tablet, liquid, capsule, or a food supplement including health bars. Most commonly, these female symptoms are hot flashes, osteoporosis, sleep disorders, menopausal symptoms, vaginal dryness, premenstrual syndrome, or other problems relating to a reduction of sex hormones and to menstruation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Archer Daniesl Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6391308
    Abstract: A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter and is administered to provide treatment for cardiovascular medical conditions, such as: excessive bloodstream cholesterol, the risk of heart disease, abnormal blood lipid profiles, and abnormal vascular effects. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins and phenolic acids. The isoflavones are selected from a group including malonyl, acetyl, glucoside and aglycone. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as wheat, psyllium, rice, oats, red clover, kudzu, alfalfa, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement in a concentrated form, preferably in an easy to consume form, for treatment of various cardiovascular conditions and various other related disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2000
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger
  • Patent number: 6261565
    Abstract: The invention provides for a refinement of phytochemicals in order to tailor the refined end product to particular human dietary needs. More particularly, a composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter. This composition is enriched preferably in two or more isoflavones, lignans, saponins, catechins and phenolic acids. Soy is the preferred source of these chemicals; however, other plants may also be used, such as red clover, kudzu, flax, and cocoa. The composition is a dietary supplement for treatment of various cancers, pre-and-post-menstrual syndromes, and various other disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2001
    Assignee: Archer Daniels Midland Company
    Inventors: Mark Empie, Eric Gugger