Abstract: This invention relates generally to the field of compositions for use as nutraceuticals, food additives or adjuncts to conventional drug therapies. In particular, the invention relates to compositions derived from natural oil sources which can be used for effective and inexpensive treatment of cardiovascular diseases, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes, cerebrovascular disease, neurological disorders, or liver abnormalities.

Abstract: The present invention is generally related to the use of a novel composition containing a concentrate of the bioactives, micronutrients and antioxidants present in the unsaponifiable fraction of rice bran oil or rice germ oil, in the prevention and treatment of health disorders. This invention extends to the therapeutic usefulness and cost effectivity of similar whole extract concentrates of unsaponifiable micronutrients prepared from other vegetable oils rich in unsaponifiable fractions. The current discovery specifically covers uses of unsaponifiable fraction of rice bran oil or rice germ oil in preventing or treating cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia and arteriosclerosis.