Patents by Inventor Wendy Erickson

Wendy Erickson 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).

  • Sugar Substitute Compositions and Use Thereof In Foods and Beverages
    Publication number: 20090202697
    Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions comprising erythritol, sorbitol, an ingredient selected from the group consisting of isomalt, maltitol, and a mixture of isomalt and maltitol, and an ingredient selected from the group consisting of polydextrose, a resistant maltodextrin or a mixture of polydextrose and a resistant maltodextrin. Optionally, high intensity sweeteners may be incorporated into the compositions. The compositions are useful in producing sweetened foods and beverages. The compositions may be used as a substitute for sugar in any application.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2006
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Applicant: CARGILL, INCORPORATED
    Inventors: Wendy Erickson, Timothy A. Christensen