Abstract: A method of manufacturing a textured food product and a texturized food product comprises the steps of preparing a slurry, the dry matter of which comprises at least 35 weight-% legume protein, 10 to 45 weight-% oat bran, wholegrain oat flour or a mixture thereof, and 3.5 to 35% weight-% oat protein, wherein the oat bran, wholegrain oat flour and oat protein add up to no more than 65 weight-%. The slurry further comprises water 20-80%, preferably 30-40%, most preferably 35-40%, of the weight of the dry matter. the method further includes cooking the slurry in an extruder cooker and extruding it to form an texturized food product.

Abstract: Provided is a pet food for easily removing dental calculus and plaque from teeth and gums of a pet by inducing active masticatory action of the pet. In the pet food, through-holes having various sectional shapes are formed at regular or irregular intervals through a body that is edible by the pet. Wrinkled portions (or screw threads) are longitudinally or transversely formed in the inner circumferential surface of the through-hole. Alternatively, one or more protrusion units protrude toward the longitudinal central axis of the through-hole from the inner circumferential surface of the through-hole, or protrude from the inner circumferential surface of the through hole so as to form a helical ridge.

Abstract: A gluten free and carbohydrate free food product comprised of a mixture of a ground meat and a ground cheese wherein the mixture is formed into a thin sheet like configuration and cooked and then cut into a desired geometrical configuration to provide a crust or layer or shell for a final or finished food product.

Abstract: This invention relates to a recipe and a method of making homemade potato salad made of boiled potatoes; boiled eggs; stalks of celery; pickle relish; Yellow mustard; sweet pepper relish; Hellman's mayonnaise; and black pepper.

Abstract: Formulations comprising one or more sweetener and one or more flavor modifying compound are provided herein, wherein the formulation is provided for use in ingestible products, such as food or beverage products or pharmaceutical, or for use in non-comestible products, such as cosmetic or hygienic products.

Abstract: Consumer-interactive fluorescent beverages are disclosed, in particular, a user-operable retention-release system for releasing at least one florescent medium into a beverage for obtaining an attractive visual effect. Uses of the system and of the fluorescent media for enhancing visual aspects of preferably transparent beverages, most preferably beer or cider, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage is provided that is given a colorless and transparent fruit savor that can be felt as the return aroma of fruit or a natural fruity taste, even when the beverage drunk directly from a container having a small opening like a PET bottle. The beverage satisfies “X?0.01” and “Y?3.1X+0.85” when the valencene concentration is set to X (mg/L), and the linalool concentration is set to Y (mg/L) in a colorless and transparent beverage.

Abstract: Ready to drink low sugar flavored dairy beverages are provided, and methods for making such beverages are also provided. The beverage can include a dairy component, a flavor component, and a stabilizing system comprising a first stabilizing component and a second stabilizing component. The flavor component can be at least one of a cocoa component or a fruit flavoring component. The first stabilizing component is microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethyl cellulose and further comprising carrageenans, and the second stabilizing component is at least one of gellan or a modified starch. Sugar can be present in the beverage in an amount up to about 4.5% of the beverage. The beverage can be aseptic and stable in a homogenous state for at least three months in ambient storage and preferably at least six months in ambient storage.

Abstract: Rapidly dissolving flavoring composition concentrates are provided. The flavoring composition concentrates have a flavor, a solvent system, a flavor carrier system, and a densifier. The densifier is an acid modifier present in an amount such that it optimizes the rate of dispersion of the concentrate in water.

Abstract: An edible topping composition which is pourable at refrigeration and room temperatures. The edible topping composition includes a coconut component (i.e., coconut oil, coconut cream, and/or coconut milk), fat, stabilizer, sweetener, and water. One or more optional ingredients can also be used (e.g., milk protein or soy protein, emulsifiers, thickeners, salt, phosphate salt, flavoring, coloring, preservatives, etc.). The edible topping composition is whippable and, in a whipped form, has a smooth, non-greasy texture and is free of waxy mouth feel.

Abstract: Provided are food products that have structures, textures, and other properties comparable to those of animal meat, and that may therefore serve as substitutes for animal meat. Also provided are processes for production of such ground meat-like food products.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a base characterized in that it is prepared by the following steps: (a) partial bio-hydrolysis of raw materials rich in precursors, and (b) thermal reaction steps of the resulting product from (a). Said base can be prepared with a further step, which is a subsequent or simultaneous fermentation of the resulting product from step (a).

Abstract: A sweetener composition comprising xylose, a sugar alcohol and brown seaweed extract in solid form, preferably powdered or crystalline form. The sugar alcohol is preferably an erythritol and the brown seaweed extract is preferably obtained from Laminaria japonica. The sweetener composition can further comprise one or a combination of additional vitamins, minerals, probiotic cultures, and other plant-based extracts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an emulsion which contains at least lupine protein and plant fat emulsified in water, and a method for the production of the emulsion. The emulsion is characterized in that the lupine protein comprises a mass fraction in the emulsion which is <3%. The proposed emulsion gives an impression regarding the rheological properties, color, smell and taste, which is comparable to such of cow milk and can be further processed into various neutral milk substitute products.

Abstract: The present invention concerns infant formula having a fat gradient which can be established by a sufficient amount of fat droplets with a diameter of 5-25 ?m based on total weight of fat.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of encapsulated particles containing PUFAs embedded in a protein matrix for the preparation of extruded food, to the PUFA-supplemented extruded food and to the process for the preparation thereof.

Abstract: Delivery mode specific synthetic nutritional compositions for infants up to 1 month of age, more particularly up to 2 weeks of age, wherein the iodine content is adapted based on that found in HM produced for an infant of the same age born by the same delivery mode. Nutritional systems comprising said delivery mode specific synthetic nutritional compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to enteral formulations for preterm infants (e.g., preterm formulas and human milk fortifiers) containing optimised intake levels of phenylalanine for the preterm infants. It particularly relates to a preterm formulation comprising a proteinaceous composition, wherein the preterm formulation (a) comprises 2.0-2.29 g phenylalanine per 100 g protein; (b) comprises 64.00-82.29 mg phenylalanine per 100 kcal; and/or (c) provides, or is formulated to provide phenylalanine in an amount of 80-96 mg/kg body weight per day.

Abstract: An energy composition includes a methylated xanthine, a choline derivative, and at least one flavorant in a sufficient amount to render the energy composition palatable. The energy composition may also include vitamins, amino acids, enzymes, preservatives, and the like.

Abstract: A mouthpiece and filter for smoking pipes. This pipe add-on effectively improves the smoking experience by it providing a filter at the end of a standard smoking pipe which filters out ash and other large particulates; and allowing for users to replace the mouthpiece when sharing a single pipe, limiting the transfer of diseases, resulting in a more sanitary experience.

Abstract: The present invention provides a personal vaporizer apparatus having a holding cartridge for storing a pressurized mixture. The holding cartridge contains a bottom end and an outlet end. The bottom end may contain a refill valve. The outlet end gets threaded unto a pressure regulating mechanism having a first valve. The pressurized mixture exits through the valve into a discharge channel, where the mixture exits through the mouthpiece in form of vapor. The holding cartridge may be replaced, with the rest of the device remaining intact. The pressurized mixture may be introduced into the external contain directly. The entire operation of the personal vaporizer apparatus is mechanical requiring no electronic power source to fuel operation.

Abstract: An inhaler comprising a reservoir of an inhalable composition, a heater to selectably volatilise at least some components of the composition, and a power source arranged to selectively supply electrical power to the heater when the user inhales from the inhaler. The power source is arranged to heat the heater to a temperature that will volatilise some, but not all of the components of the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to smoking articles, for example electronic cigarettes (h referred to as “e-cigarettes”), and fluid reservoirs for use therewith or therein

Abstract: An assembly, a disposable foil tank, and method for providing a liquid including a plurality of chemicals for vapor administration. The assembly comprising a disposable tank with a first end and a second end, a foil seal, and an airflow ring. The disposable tank includes a first tubular portion and a second tubular portion. The first tubular portion defines a liquid container and a liquid container aperture at the second end of the disposable tank. The second tubular portion defines an air passage and an air passage aperture at the second end of the disposable tank. The foil seal is applied to the second end of the disposable tank, and the foil seal seals the liquid container aperture and the air passage aperture. The airflow ring includes a piercing element, the piercing element operable to puncture the foil seal when the airflow ring is attached to the second end of the disposable tank.

Abstract: There is provided a cartridge for an electrically heated aerosol-generating system, the electrically heated aerosol-generating system including an aerosol-generating device, the cartridge being configured to be used with the device, wherein the device includes a device housing; an inductor coil positioned in the device housing; and a power supply connected to the inductor coil and configured to provide a high-frequency oscillating current to the inductor coil; the cartridge includes a cartridge housing containing an aerosol-forming substrate, the housing having an internal surface surrounding an internal passage through which air can flow; and a susceptor element configured to heat the aerosol-forming substrate.

Abstract: An exemplary atomizer includes a housing, a conductive part at an end of the housing, a mouthpiece with an air outlet, a liquid chamber, and at least one heating element. The liquid chamber is in the housing and configured for storing tobacco liquid. The at least one heating element is electrically connected to the conductive part. The heating element includes a liquid carrier and a heating part integrally formed with the liquid carrier. The liquid carrier has a micro porous structure. The liquid carrier is in contact with the tobacco liquid. The liquid carrier is configured for absorbing the tobacco liquid, and the heating part is configured for heating the tobacco liquid to form aerosol.

Abstract: An exemplary heating assembly includes a substrate, a heating part formed on the substrate, an electrode part connected with the heating part, and a liquid conducting body configured for absorbing tobacco liquid. The liquid conducting body is in tight contact with the substrate. The liquid conducting body is capable of conveying the tobacco liquid to the substrate.

Abstract: An atomizer for an aerosol generating device includes a heating member and a liquid guiding member stacked in the heating member. Other atomizers which include a heating member and a liquid guiding member and which are of equal performance may have the liquid guiding member coated on, twined around, or stacked on the outer walls of the heating member. An aerosol generating device including any or all of the atomizers described above is also provided.

Abstract: The pants, in particular underpants, include an elastic band and fly opening. The underpants have a bib-like flap in the front region, which is undetachably connected with the underpants in the crotch area. Present in the front region of the elastic band is a VELCRO fastening strip, and a counter-VELCRO fastening strip is fastened to the bib-like flap. The VELCRO fastening strips form a detachable connection between the bib-like flap and the elastic band of the underpants. A grip band is situated on the bib-like flap in the detachable area. This grip band is oversized relative to the length of the bib-like flap, so that the user is able to easily reach with his hand between the flap and grip band, and can detach the bib-like flap from the waistband, so that the fly opening is now completely exposed, and he can grip the genitals or activate a catheter.

Abstract: An abdomen wear includes a front cover part (20) formed by cutting a single-layered, and particularly a two-layered knit on bias to cover an abdomen of a body; ends (21) of the front cover part, a seam part (22) of both ends, and left and right button parts (23) to cause the front cover part to come into close contact with the abdomen; a binding part (33) including a detachable part (30) having an elastic ring (32) on which a tie adjusting part (31) is formed, the tie adjusting part being adjustable in a tie; and an upper elastic ring (41) having a button or a snap (29) on an upper-end central portion (40) of the front cover part or a seam part (40a) of the upper-end central portion.

Abstract: A bra including two fabric cups joined at the center front of the bra, each cup having an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion of each cup is constructed to generally follow the inframammary crease of a respective woman's breast. The top of the upper portion of each cup includes a dart. A generally U-shaped support piece composed of an elongated strip of elastic is attached to the bra along the bottoms and sides of the lower portion of the cups. The support piece is made of fabric which is less elastic than the fabric of the cups. Bands made of low-stretch material extend from the sides of the lower portion of the cups and include generally V-shaped inserts cut on the bias in the tops of the bands. The inserts are made of fabric which is more elastic than the fabric of the bands.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the invention include a backless and strapless bra including a pair of cups, each cup configured to accommodate a user's breast. The cups of this bra are made with a four way stretch material used to lift each breast. Each cup may include a bottom edge configured to align with a bottom portion of the user's breast, a top edge configured to align with a top portion of the user's breast, an adhesive layer, a backing layer, and optionally a fastener configured to engage with a complimentary fastener on the other cup.

Abstract: An insect barrier fabric includes a fabric substrate, a plurality of conical spacers formed within the fabric substrate, where each conical spacer being defined by a cone shaped depression having an open top end within the fabric substrate and a converging bottom end. In addition, a coating is formed over a surface of each of the conical spacers. The plurality of conical spacers are configured to suspend the fabric substrate away from a skin of a user in order to protect against insect bites.

Abstract: An impact absorbing liner apparatus and impact reduction apparel are disclosed. An impact absorbing liner has a size and a configuration, such as multiple extending impact absorbing members, which can be formed and shaped around a part of a wearer's body. The impact absorbing liner is at least partially obscured from external view by apparel worn over the part of the wearer's body. The apparatus further includes a rigid frame connected with the impact absorbing liner and having at least a distal end and a proximal end. The distal end and proximal end each have a connection mechanism to connect together to provide the size and the configuration for the impact absorbing liner, and to conform to the impact reduction apparel.

Abstract: An eversible waste collection glove for collecting animal solid waste or excrement. The glove has a dimpled palm-side surface, so that the tactile sensation and thermal sensation of collecting animal solid waste or excrement is substantially diminished. The invention can be made with both a left- and right-handed thumb on the same glove, so that either hand may be used to collect animal solid waste. The glove may be constructed with a heavy ply on the palm-facing surface, so as to further reduce both tactile and thermal sensation.

Abstract: The present invention is to an improved glove having both anatomically correlating stress relief zones and/or reinforced zones to add support in areas opposite the stress relief zones to keep bunching or slipping of the glove from interfering with the bending of the user's joints. The glove may have corrugated relief zones over some or all of the joints and knuckles of the hand, wherein the relief zones are formed of peaks and valleys. A relief zone can also be provided over the webbing between the thumb and the palm. The vertical or longitudinal relief zones provide for improved glove quality while keeping manufacturing difficulty and costs at a minimum.

Abstract: A garment to generate a three-dimensional (3D) visual effect may include a base fabric layer and an outer fabric layer. In one embodiment, the outer fabric layer is meshed with a consistent thickness that makes up only a small fraction of the overall thickness of the 3D fabric. In an exemplary embodiment, the base fabric layer may have a first feature while the outer fabric layer has a second feature. The first feature and the second feature may be slightly misaligned and a 3D visual effect may be generated when the first feature and second feature start to move and separate from each other. The misalignment of the first and second features is actually configured to create and enhance the 3D visual effect of the garment.

Abstract: A necktie with integrated, individually addressable, multi-colored light emitting diode (LED) modules arranged in a rectangular matrix format. These LED modules are connected together and controlled by means of an onboard microcontroller. Functionality is included in order to facilitate the installation of custom light patterns by the user after manufacture. The device includes an onboard wireless communication module in order to facilitate communication with an external control interface, such as an application on a smartphone, so the light patterns displayed by the LEDs may be modified based on user input.

Abstract: An apparel item having an integrated duct system for an upper torso of a wearer is provided herein. The integrated duct may be formed by permanently and discontinuously affixing a portion of the panels used to form the apparel item along their edges. Inflow air ducts may be positioned on the front of the apparel item and outflow air ducts may be positioned on the back of the apparel item.

Abstract: The present invention relates to breathable, vented, and insulating cold weather garments. More particularly, the present invention relates to garments with chambers to retain an insulating fill material. Perforations along the seams between the insulating chambers may achieve optimal evaporative moisture transfer from the inside (proximal to the body of a wearer) of the garment to the outside environment.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method defines seams of a virtual garment or upholstery having a plurality of two-dimensional patterns (P) assembled by their edges (E0-E7). The method arranges said patterns around a three-dimensional avatar (AV). The position of each pattern depends on its situation within the assembled garment or upholstery. Next the method for each edge (E0) of each pattern, except edges previously identified as seamless or for which a seam has already been defined: b1) automatically identifies at least one edge (E1-E7), called candidate edge, which is suitable to be seamed to it; b2) if a plurality of candidate edges have been identified, selects one of them (E1) based on at least one geometric criterion; and b3) defines a seam between the edge and the selected, or the only, candidate edge. A computer program product, a non-volatile computer-readable data-storage medium and a Computer Aided Design system for carrying out such a method.

Abstract: A sunshade system for providing shade around a user's head includes a cap that may be worn thereby facilitating the cap to provide shade. A curtain is removably coupled to the cap and the curtain provides shade.

Abstract: A protective helmet includes a primary inner shell, a first outer impact shell, and a second outer impact shell. The primary inner shell is configured to be worn on a user's head and the primary inner shell comprises a crown portion and a rear portion. The first outer impact shell is located above the crown portion and the second outer impact shell is located above the rear portion. Each of the first and second outer impact shells has a first end and a second end. The first end is hingedly secured to the primary inner shell and the second end is coupled to the primary inner shell by at least one shock absorber. The at least one first shock absorber is configured to resist rotational movement of the first and second outer impact shells toward the crown and rear portions of the primary inner shell.

Abstract: An apparel item having a cord lock for restricting the movement of a hood on an article of apparel. The cord lock may have a first end, a second end, and an intervening portion. The cord lock may be positioned on an outer-facing surface of a back panel of the apparel item proximate to a neckline area of the apparel item.

Abstract: The present subject matter is directed to an article of footwear for cycling. The article of footwear includes an upper comprising an opening, a midsole in contact with the upper, and an outsole in contact with the midsole. At least one of the midsole and the outsole comprises a concave portion in at least a midfoot region of the article of footwear. An apex of the concave portion in at least one of the midsole and the outsole is configured to come into contact with a pedal of a bicycle when the concave portion is pressed by a foot against the pedal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a check valve plate for shoes, comprising: a porous valve plate, which is stacked on the upper surface of a shoe sole having receiving grooves therein and thereby closes the receiving grooves, and which has elasticity; and multiple valves, which are formed inside the porous valve plate and are selectively opened/closed according to air pressure, and which are formed so as not to deviate from the thickness (t) of the porous valve plate.

Abstract: A shoe may comprise an upper and a sole structure that includes a plurality of support elements located in a plantar region. Each of the support elements may be non-destructively removable from and replaceable into the sole structure. The shoe may comprise a plurality of sensors configured to measure force exerted in a footbed region of the article of footwear, as well as a processor communicatively coupled to the sensors. The processor may be configured to receive input indicative of forces measured by the sensors and to transmit data based on that input. Methods utilizing the article may include removing a support element and replacing the removed support element with a replacement support element.

Abstract: An orthopedic insole may include at least one strength layer and at least one shock absorbing layer. In one embodiment, the strength layer may be relatively rigid and includes a heel portion and an arch portion, contoured to fit the plantar or bottom surface of the foot to provide arch support. The shock absorbing layer may include a plurality of shock absorbing cells such as recoverable honeycombs or any other negative stiffness structure with the capability to recover. A gait analysis that may include an individual's weight transfer trajectory may have to be conducted to determine the structure of the shock absorbing layer. The orthopedic insole may further include an adjusting layer to supplement the strength layer and the shock absorbing layer to make adjustment to the orthopedic insole if needed.

Abstract: A shoe may comprise an upper and a sole structure that includes a plurality of support elements located in a plantar region. Each of the support elements may be non-destructively removable from and replaceable into the sole structure. The shoe may comprise a plurality of sensors configured to measure force exerted in a footbed region of the article of footwear, as well as a processor communicatively coupled to the sensors. The processor may be configured to receive input indicative of forces measured by the sensors and to transmit data based on that input. Methods utilizing the article may include removing a support element and replacing the removed support element with a replacement support element.

Abstract: A running shoe outsole includes two layers, wherein the two layers are made of one or materials including carbon fiber, carbon nanotubes, glass fibers, or buckypaper. The two layers curve in an upward direction from the ball region to the heel region. The two layers are fixedly attached at the foremost portions of the toe regions. At the arch region, the sides of either the top layer or the bottom layer may be extended to cradle either the top layer or the bottom layer to prevent lateral movement of one layer in relation to the other. The extended sides or brackets guide lengthwise sliding of one layer in relation to the other layer. The top layer forms a sleeve at the arch region where the bottom layer slides therein.