Abstract: Capsicum compositions are described that include biologically active constituents non-capsaicinoids and capsaicinoids in a specific ratio are useful for the treatment and management of cardiometabolic syndrome and associated risk factors, in a subject in need thereof. The capsicum compositions include a capsicum extract which is prepared by extracting capsicum pods by using suitable polar and non-polar solvents. Capsicum compositions include non-capsaicinoid components like saponins and polyphenols such as flavonoids, which along with capsaicinoids effectively reduce risk factors of cardiometabolic syndrome and also reduce oxidative stress on vital body organs by reducing inflammatory and/or oxidative markers. The capsicum compositions inhibit pancreatic lipase enzyme and enhance lipolysis, when administered in an effective amount to a subject in need thereof. Capsicum compositions as described herein are prepared by human intervention and are safe for consumption.

Abstract: Compositions are described that include a betacryptoxanthin extract, rich in trans-betacryptoxanthin, which are prepared by a cost and time effective process and are for use in methods of enhancing cardio-respiratory fitness for physical performance and exercise endurance and to maintain healthy lung function. Betacryptoxanthin extract is prepared by a cost and time effective process of saponification and column chromatography, in which saponification cycle time, solvent amount, column separation time and silica amount are reduced, thus making it industrially viable. Betacryptoxanthin compositions increase exercise time, endurance performance, and lung capacity and maintain healthy lung and cardiovascular function during such physical activities. The compositions also improve physical performance, attenuate muscle fatigue, and enhance aerobic respiration utilization capacity.

Abstract: Compositions are described that include a betacryptoxanthin extract, rich in trans-betacryptoxanthin, which are prepared by a cost and time effective process and are for use in methods of enhancing cardio-respiratory fitness for physical performance and exercise endurance and to maintain healthy lung function. Betacryptoxanthin extract is prepared by a cost and time effective process of saponification and column chromatography, in which saponification cycle time, solvent amount, column separation time and silica amount are reduced, thus making it industrially viable. Betacryptoxanthin compositions increase exercise time, endurance performance, and lung capacity and maintain healthy lung and cardiovascular function during such physical activities. The compositions also improve physical performance, attenuate muscle fatigue, and enhance aerobic respiration utilization capacity.

Abstract: Capsicum compositions are described that include biologically active constituents non-capsaicinoids and capsaicinoids in a specific ratio are useful for the treatment and management of cardiometabolic syndrome and associated risk factors, in a subject in need thereof. The capsicum compositions include a capsicum extract which is prepared by extracting capsicum pods by using suitable polar and non-polar solvents. Capsicum compositions include non-capsaicinoid components like saponins and polyphenols such as flavonoids, which along with capsaicinoids effectively reduce risk factors of cardiometabolic syndrome and also reduce oxidative stress on vital body organs by reducing inflammatory and/or oxidative markers. The capsicum compositions inhibit pancreatic lipase enzyme and enhance lipolysis, when administered in an effective amount to a subject in need thereof. Capsicum compositions as described herein are prepared by human intervention and are safe for consumption.

Abstract: Methods are described for improving sexual health by administering a composition in an effective amount to a subject in need thereof. More particularly, methods are described for improving sexual health by administering a macroalgae composition including a macroalgae extract, comprised of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in a ratio of at or about 1:0.5 to at or about 1:10. The composition is prepared by solvent extraction of macroalgae selected from green, red and/or brown seaweeds or the combinations thereof. Effects are evaluated on biomarkers related to sexual health such as testosterone synthesis, nitric oxide synthesis, phosphodiesterase 5 and 11.

Abstract: Macroalgae compositions, processes for the preparation thereof, and applications thereof as a sports nutrition supplement are described. More particularly, a macroalgae composition includes a macroalgae extract including medium chain and long chain fatty acids in a ratio of about 1:0.0005 to 1:0.1. The composition is prepared by extracting macroalgae selected from green, red and/or brown algae or the combinationsusing suitable non-polar, semi-polar and polar organic and/or inorganic solvents and the combinations thereof. The composition is useful as a sports nutrition supplement in an effective daily dose, and enhances exercise endurance, resistance to muscle fatigue and/or supports protein synthesis performance. The composition is safe for human consumption and is useful as sports nutrition and for body building applications.

Abstract: A purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated through a selective method from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant is described. Also described is a purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant, which has one or more of the following effects: immunosuppression, lymphoproliferation inhibition, cytokine modulation such as IL-2 inhibition, IFN-? inhibition, or IL-10 induction; keratinocyte proliferation inhibition, keratolytic activity and inhibitory activity in Mouse Ear Swelling test (MEST).

Abstract: A purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated through a selective method from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant is described. Also described is a purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant, which has one or more of the following effects: immunosuppression, lymphoproliferation inhibition, cytokine modulation such as IL-2 inhibition, IFN-? inhibition, or IL-10 induction; keratinocyte proliferation inhibition, keratolytic activity and inhibitory activity in Mouse Ear Swelling test (MEST).

Abstract: A purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated through a selective method from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant is described. Also described is a purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant, which has one or more of the following effects: immunosuppression, lymphoproliferation inhibition, cytokine modulation such as IL-2 inhibition, IFN-? inhibition, or IL-10 induction; keratinocyte proliferation inhibition, keratolytic activity and inhibitory activity in Mouse Ear Swelling test (MEST).

Abstract: A purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated through a selective method from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant is described. Also described is a purified Arabinogalactan-Protein (AGP) composition isolated from the leaves and/or stems of Argemone mexicana plant, which has one or more of the following effects: immunosuppression, lymphoproliferation inhibition, cytokine modulation such as IL-2 inhibition, IFN-? inhibition, or IL-10 induction; keratinocyte proliferation inhibition, keratolytic activity and inhibitory activity in Mouse Ear Swelling test (MEST).

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising a herbal extract, comprising a mixture of saponins prepared from the pericarp of Sapindus trifoliatus, with binding affinities for the receptor sites viz. GABA-A agonist site, Glutamate-AMPA site, Glutamate-Kainate site, Glutamate-NMDA agonistic site, Glutamate-NMDA glycine (strychnine insensitive) site and Sodium channel (site 2), having major mediatory role in anticonvulsant activity. A process for preparation of the herbal extract; isolation of six pure compounds from the mixture of saponins in the aqueous extract; and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the said extract in combination with pharmaceutically acceptable additives. A method of prophylactic treatment of migraine through anticonvulsant activity of the composition by its administration through intranasal route.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel herbal composition containing the extracts of the leaves and/or stem of Argemone mexicana plant, optionally containing the extracts of the fruits of Cuminum cyminum, which exhibits useful in vitro, in vivo and interesting immunological and pharmacological activities; a process for preparation thereof; and a method of treatment of psoriasis and related immunological and biological disorders by administration of the said novel herbal composition.