Abstract: The cosmetic use of at least an effective amount of hesperidin or of one of its derivatives in combination with at least an effective amount of at least one microorganism, in particular probiotic microorganism, or one of its fractions as agent for preventing a reduction in and/or for reinforcing the barrier function of the skin.

Abstract: A cosmetic anti-aging composition comprising an effective amount of Human Oligopeptide-9 in combination with at least one additional oligopeptide is provided. The composition displays a very surprisingly and highly beneficial synergistic effect for treatment of fine line and wrinkles, skin brightening, skin re-texturization, and/or thickening of the skin, etc.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and products such as wet wipes and absorbents capable of providing a skin health benefit when utilized in the intended fashion. More specifically, the products described herein comprise an agent, such as a botanical extract, which is capable of increasing the activity of sphingomyelinase according to a Sphingomyelinase Activity Screening Test and/or decreasing the activity of ceramidase according to a Ceramidase Activity Screening Test. By increasing the activity of sphingomyelinase and/or decreasing the activity of ceramidase, the agents in combination with the products described herein are able to maintain or increase the level of ceramides in the skin leading to improved skin health.

Abstract: A cosmetic skincare process intended to prevent and/or treat at least one cutaneous sign of aging, includes the topical application to the skin of a composition containing at least one active agent capable of stimulating tensin 1 expression. The cosmetic use of an active agent capable of stimulating tensin 1 expression, for preventing and/or treating at least one cutaneous sign of aging, an extract of elemi or of Canarium indicum L. or of Canarium luzonicum or of Canarium commune and a cosmetic composition containing the extract are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to agents and preparations for the treatment or prevention of hyperglycemia, or for the stabilization of glycemia, based on the cell walls of yeast and preparation of a corresponding therapeutic composition.

Abstract: It has now been found that after administration to a diseased person or person that is at risk for developing such disease of a neutraceutical or pharmaceutical composition that comprises a) a lipid fraction comprising at least one of docosahexaneoic acid (DHA), docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA); b) a protein fraction comprising proteinaceous material from non-human origin which provide at least cysteine and/or taurine; and c) a mineral fraction comprising at least one of manganese and molybdene, the health of these persons improves. Membrane function of several types of mammalian cells improves, which allows efficient treatment of immune related disorders, such as allergy, autoimmune diseases, cancer, cognitive dysfunction and other diseases of the nervous system, neuropathies, such as diabetic neuropathies and neuropathic pains, neuronal damage during insulin resistance, and gut diseases and support of the development of gut and lung function during growth or recovery.

Abstract: Storage stable compositions of biological materials, including bioactive biological materials are provided in the form of a water-in-oil emulsion, comprising: (a) cellular material selected from living and/or dormant prokaryotic and/or eukaryotic cells and tissues, the cellular material being compatible with water-in-oil emulsions; (b) one or more oils selected from vegetable oils and fish oils; (c) an oil-soluble nonionic polymeric surfactant having a molecular weight of from about 2500 to about 15000; and (d) water. The compositions may also contain a thickener such as a hydrophobic fumed silica or bentonite. Compositions may be used for various purposes, depending on the contained biological material. Specific examples include compositions containing Fusarium lateritium control of Eutypa lata in plant wounds made by cutting or pruning, and compositions containing Lagenidium giganteum for control of mosquitoes.

Abstract: A yeast extract or yeast-derived bioactive peptide having an activity of selectively inhibiting reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, which can be effectively used in preventing or treating various diseases related to reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, especially depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue and obesity is provided. Also, a yeast extract or yeast-derived bioactive peptide having activities as an anti-stress agent, an anti-fatigue agent, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and menstrual pain relaxants, and a brain-neurotrophic factor, and a method for preparing the bioactive peptide is provided. The yeast extract or yeast-derived bioactive peptide is effective in relieving stress, nervousness, anxiety, tension, insomnia, fatigue, and imbalance in the autonomic nerve regulation.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition containing red yeast rice and other components, as a chemopreventative agent to reduce the risk of cancer.

Abstract: A first composition of drink ingredients specifically designed to lower cholesterol that addresses multiple mechanisms including hepatic synthesis and release, intestinal absorption of cholesterol, while, at the same time, including ingredients that mitigate the side effects of the constituents and increase their efficacy by affecting emotional factors that influence compliance such as a sense of well-being and euphoria on the one hand, or an increased overall metabolism and desire for the product stemming from its coloration on the other hand.

Abstract: A medicament comprising a dispersion of Red Yeast Rice extract in Omega-3 Oils. The medicament is supplied in capsules such that a daily dose is dispensed in an integral number of capsules. A dispersant is used, preferably Lysine and bamboo. The ratio of Red Yeast Rice Extract to EPA+DHA is in the range between about 1.4 and 2.8. The medicament reduces cholesterol, triglycerides, and reduces serious heart incidents.

Abstract: The invention concerns a dietetic product belonging to the family of food products, complements or supplements for slimming or anti-obesity and appetite-suppressing or satiating food products, complements or supplements containing an efficient dose of food proteins, 70% of which at least are hydrolysed yeast proteins. The invention also concerns the use of the dietetic product in an aesthetic slimming diet. The invention further concerns the use of hydrolysed yeast proteins in the preparation of such a dietetic product.

Abstract: The invention relates to agents and preparations for the treatment or prevention of hyperglycemia, or for the stabilisation of glycemia, based on the cell walls of yeast and preparation of a corresponding therapeutic composition.

Abstract: The invention provides encapsulated, microparticulate active ingredient formulations for the controlled release of active ingredients on skin and skin appendages consisting of encapsulation material as casing and at least one enclosed biologically active ingredient as core, which is characterized in that enzymatically degradable organic hyperbranched polymers containing ester groups are used as encapsulation material.

Abstract: Compounds that increase phagocytosis of apoptotic macrophages or necrotic cells that are associated with advanced atherosclerotic lesions are useful for treating atherosclerosis. Methods are provided for identifying such compounds and for preventing or treating atherosclerosis by increasing phagocytosis of apoptotic macrophages associated with advanced atherosclerotic lesions.

Abstract: Personal care composition comprising at least one hair growth regulating compound selected from the group consisting of glyceryl dilaurate, apigenin, tetrahydrocurcumin, oleanolic acid, azelaic acid, sulforaphane, canavanine, pyridoxal 5-phosphate, phytic acid, tannic acid, grape seed extract, NG-nitro-L-arginine-methyl ester, benzamidine, sodium butyrate, betulinic acid, polyornithine, polyarginine, fisetin, jasmonates, methyl-jasmonate, cis-jasmone, caffeic acid phenethyl ester, delphinidin, ethyl abietate, esculetin, sorbic acid methyl ester, canaline, N-formyl-methionine, N-formyl-alanine, taurine, palmitoyl carnitine, undecanol, undecylenic acid, rutin, fusidic acid, phenyl pyruvic acid, L-isoleucine, phenyl glycine, silibinin, silymarin, L-ascorbic acid-6-palmitate, N-undecylenoyl-L-phenylalanine, and salts, derivatives and mixtures of any of the foregoing; and a dermatologically-acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The extraction of a microbial or single cell oil, for example comprising one or more polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), directly from microbial cells is disclosed which avoids the need for solvents. After fermentation, the microbial cells are pasteurised, washed and the cell walls lysed or disrupted by a mechanical (e.g. homogenisation), physical (boiling or drying), chemical (solvents) or enzymatic (cell wall degrading enzymes) technique. The oil (containing the PUFA) is then separated from the resulting cell wall debris. This is achieved by centrifugation, which results in an oily phase (top layer) that contains the oil which that can be separated from an aqueous phase (containing the cell wall debris). The oil can then be extracted and if necessary the PUFA can be purified or isolated from the oil.

Abstract: The present invention describes a eukaryotic based synergistic formulation for gastro-intestinal disorders comprising eukaryolics and adjuncts selected from pharmaceutically and or physiologically acceptable components. The invention also describes the manner in which the eukaryolics are isolated from tropical fruits , The medium used for growing them and the method used to convert the formulation to dispensable forms. The medium comprising Glucose for carbon source, soybean casein dextrose medium (SCDM) for Nitrogen source, MgSo4, KCl, NaCl, (NH)4HPO4 and with microelements like MnSO4, FeSO4, Boric acid and Vitamins, D-Biotin and thiamine HCl ranging from 0.001% to 0.6% and designated as BBIL-SB. The formulation can be effectively used to prevent and or cure gastro intestinal disorders by administering in various forms to the mammals including human suffering there from, in a required quantity.

Abstract: Personal care composition comprising at least one skin care active selected from the group consisting of acetyl glutamic acid, acetyl glutamine, acetyl methionine, acetyl tributyl citrate, acetyl triethyl citrate, acetyl tyrosine, adipic acid, alanine, arginine, arginine glutamate, benzophenone-3, camphor, gluconolactone, glucose, glycine, histidine hydrochloride, hydroxyproline, maltitol, phenylalanine, succinic acid, buffered lactic acid, tris(tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) citrate, a boswellic acid compound, and salts, isomers, derivatives, and mixtures of any of the foregoing; and a dermatologically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A composition for influenza treatment includes an immune enhancer and an anti-viral agent

Abstract: Secondary bile acid production inhibitors and cholesterol-lowering agents containing a yeast as the active ingredient.

Abstract: Inactivated microorganisms are described which comprise agents that are pharmacologically active for human or animal organisms. A process for the preparation of said organisms is further described and their use as medicaments, food integrators or nutritional substances in general, for both human and animal alimentation.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a process for refining Ganoderma spore polysacchoride. The process comprise the step of: Remove the impurity in the Ganoderma spores, warm water extraction, alcohol precipitation, separate precipitate, obtain the impure polysacchoride, adjust pH to 7.5-8.5, centrifuge to removal deposit, take out supernatent, add H2O2 to decolor, deproteined by sevag method, dialyses, alcohol precipitation, wash the precipitate, dry in the vacuum to get the pure Ganoderma spore polysacchoride.

Abstract: Composition for oral administration, having a health-promoting effect on the cardiovascular system, comprising as active principles a policosanol or a mixture of policosanols, red yeast and an agent selected from astaxanthin and folic acid, preferably in combination with coenzyme Q10. The composition can be used in particular for the preparation of food supplements having health-promoting effects, such as eulipidaemic effect, correction of homocysteinaemia, antioxidant action and a protective effect on the vasal endothelium.

Abstract: A novel composition of modified strains of Monascus spp. which produce biologically active products useful as therapeutic treatments is disclosed. The novel composition of modified Monascus strains disclosed has a high level of total antioxidant activity and is useful as therapeutic composition, such as for lowering serum cholesterol and triglycerides in mammals, for the treatment of tumors and for as a therapeutic agent in the treatment of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Also disclosed are methods for producing novel biologically active products from Monascus strains and novel Monascus mixtures that yield products with the desired biological activities.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for extracting lipids from microorganisms without using organic solvent as an extraction solvent. In particular, the present invention provides a method for extracting lipids from microorganisms by lysing cells and removing water soluble compound and/or materials by washing the lysed cell mixtures with aqueous washing solutions until a substantially non-emulsified lipid is obtained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination useful in the fields of cosmetics, therapeutics and/or nutrition, for acting in particular against stress conditions, characterised in that it consists of (?) a sustained release preparation (I) comprising, in association with a physiologically acceptable excipient, a mixture of: (A) magnesium derived from a magnesium source consisting of MgO, MgCl2 and hydrates of the formula MgCl2·nH2O, where n is a whole or fractional number greater than 0 or equal to 6, (B) at least one substance selected from among (B1) a hydrophilic polymer, which is a cellulose derivative, and/or (B2) a hydrophobic substance belonging to the family of fatty acid esters and the mixtures thereof, and (C) an inert filler acting as diluent, in particular lactose; and (?) an active substance (Z), which is in particular selected from among plant extracts, yeast extracts, algae extracts, hormones, proteins, peptides, amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to topical skin whitening compositions comprising a whitening effective amount of a black yeast-derived melanin-degrading enzyme extract and a method of preparing the compositions. The compositions provide a whitening effect by degrading melanin on the surface of the skin, the hair and the nails. The enzyme extract can be derived from Exophiala mansonii. The compositions containing the enzyme extract are more effective than are similar compositions containing kojic acid in producing a whitening effect on the skin.

Abstract: A substantially dry disposable device for creating ready-to-use solutions effective in cleaning and inhibiting the growth and formation of biofilms on surfaces and methods of manufacturing the same are disclosed. The device is impregnated with a concentrated formulation comprising a fermentation supernatant directly as obtained from the fermentation of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, at least one non-ionic surfactant, at least one fragrance, at least one dye and at lest one preservative. The composition used in the impregnation is a stable, fairly viscous, dark amber solution that can readily be impregnated into a non-woven, dried and conveniently packaged and stored for subsequent use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to health food, health drink, and health supplement. The invention relates to biological compositions comprising yeast cells that can improve the immune functions of animals. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions, and methods of using the biological compositions to produce a healthful benefit in a subject with immunodeficiency disorders or immunosuppression by promoting activation and proliferation of white blood cells.

Abstract: A coated material and a process for producing the coated material which includes providing a coating agent comprising yeast cell wall fractions, as a primary constituent, consisting of cell residue of yeast which has been treated with enzymes, optionally subsequently with acidic solution, and water to remove internal soluble cell constituents; and coating a solid material with the coating agent to provide a coating thereon.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with lymphoma. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of lymphoma cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with bladder cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of bladder cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with stomach cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of stomach cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with brain cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of brain cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with liver cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of liver cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with esophageal cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of esophageal cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with pancreatic cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of pancreatic cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with nasopharyngeal cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of nasopharyngeal cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed are gel-based cosmetic and wound-healing formulations, methods for making said formulations, and a method for simultaneously treating and concealing injuries to human skin. In one exemplary embodiment, the cosmetic and wound-healing formulation comprises live yeast cell extract, pigment, and a gel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with leukemia. The biological compositions can be used to reduce the number of leukemia cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with uterine cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of uterine cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a plurality of yeast cells, wherein said plurality of yeast cells are characterized by their ability to treat gastroparesis in a subject (e.g., stimulating stomach contraction, reducing abnormal gastric acid and/or pepsin production), as a result of having been cultured in the presence of an alternating electric field having a specific frequency and a specific field strength. Also included are methods of making and using such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with ovarian cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of ovarian cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with prostate cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of prostate cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with breast cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of breast cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with kidney cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of kidney cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.

Abstract: Flavones with an isoprenyl group in the 8-position possess very good anti-inflammatory properties and can also be used to treat/prevent/cure skin-disorders when applied in food compositions.

Abstract: The use of a food portion comprising dry and/or wet distiller's grain for preventing, treating or ameliorating cardiovascular pathologies is described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and dietary supplement comprising yeast cells that can produce a healthful benefit in a subject inflicted with cervical cancer. The biological compositions can be used to retard the growth of cervical cancer cells and/or prolonging the time of survival of the subject. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the biological compositions.