Containing Or Obtained From Camellia (e.g., Tea, Including Green Or Black Tea, Etc.) Patents (Class 424/729)
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Patent number: 7923045Abstract: An antioxidant-promoting composition that increases antioxidant defense potential in a subject is disclosed comprising Bacopa monniera extract; milk thistle extract, ashwagandha powder, green tea extract, Gotu kola powder, Ginko biloba leaf extract; Aloe vera powder; turmeric extract; and N-acetyl cysteine. The antioxidant-promoting composition of the invention safely induces cellular antioxidant potential to achieve an overall net decrease in oxidative stress without the undesirable side-effects associated with the individual components of the antioxidant-promoting composition. Also disclosed is a method for reducing the undesirable side-effects of free radicals in a subject by administering to a subject in need of such antioxidants an effective amount of antioxidant-promoting composition of the invention.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2009Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Lifeline Nutraceuticals CorporationInventors: Paul R. Myhill, William J. Driscoll
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Patent number: 7923044Abstract: A dietary supplement composition having an ORAC value in excess of at least about 2,500 and which can be readily consumed in a small quantity is provided for supplementing an individual's daily intake. The dietary supplement composition suitably includes organic and/or vegan ingredients and can be consumed in quantities of as little as about 1 tablespoon to provide an amount of antioxidants equivalent to at least the minimum recommended daily intake of five to nine servings of fruits and/or vegetables.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2009Date of Patent: April 12, 2011Assignee: Paradise Herbs & Essentials, Inc.Inventor: Scott Bias
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Publication number: 20110081333Abstract: A simple, safe and effective invention devices for treating bags under the eyes pressure exerting glasses devices, compress badges, bag pressure adhesive strips, cosmetic pressure adhesive strips; to be put on to prevent, and to reduce the bags under the eyes. They are designed to apply antiwrinkle and other cosmetic and therapeutic agents such as hormones, known therapeutic agents, as well as other pharmaceutical, biochemical, nurticeuticals and biological agents, or compounds to enhance the health and beauty of the eye, strengthen the lower eye lids and to treat many oculopathies which can contribute to the condition. They can be used for the eye makeup cosmetically as adjuvant to eye makeup. The electrical stimulation and electromotive force are incorporated in the invention to strengthen the lower eye lids muscles, to improve the health of the eye lids skin and for the delivery of therapeutic agents to treat various oculopathies.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2010Publication date: April 7, 2011Inventors: Totada R. Shantha, Jessica Gowramma Shantha, Lauren Asha Shantha, Usha Shantha Martin
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Publication number: 20110081423Abstract: Methods and devices for the stabilization of heart tissue to treat congestive heart failure using a therapeutic composition are discussed. The therapeutic composition can comprise an elastin stabilization agent, a collagen stabilization agent, or a combination thereof and be applied to the pericardium, to the outer surface of the myocardium, or a combination thereof using a catheter type of device with an attached reservoir. Controlled placement and release of the therapeutic composition can be achieved using a delivery vehicle to formulate the composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2010Publication date: April 7, 2011Inventors: Norman R. Weldon, Matthew F. Ogle
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Patent number: 7914829Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition suitable for oral delivery and including a first composition (a) containing a green tea extract and vitamin C, and optionally at least one metal compound selected from zinc, chromium and mixtures thereof, and a second composition (b) containing at least one metal compound selected from iron, copper, zinc, chromium and mixtures thereof, with the proviso that zinc and iron are not simultaneously present in the same composition, said composition being suitable for separate or consecutive use as a mixture in the cosmetic treatment of the human body.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2004Date of Patent: March 29, 2011Assignee: Laboratoires Macanthy S.A.Inventor: Baudry Jacquet
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Patent number: 7910138Abstract: A method for treating cancerous or pre-cancerous lesions of the skin by administering a pharmaceutically effective amount of a polyphenol to a patient as well as to the production of a medicament thereto is described herein.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2004Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: MediGene AGInventor: Eggert Stockfleth
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Patent number: 7910139Abstract: Compositions for the treatment of the affections of the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract include anthocyanosides, procyanidins and phloroglucinols. The anthocyanosides are derived from Vaccinium myrtillus extract, the procyanidins are derived from a Vitus vinifera extract, a Camellia sinensis extract or from other edible plants containing procyanidins, and the phloroglucinols are derived from Hypericum spp., Myrtus spp. or Humulus lupulus extracts.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2004Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Indena S.p.A.Inventor: Ezio Bombardelli
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Publication number: 20110052732Abstract: A mineral absorption accelerator, and an anemia improving agent, food and drink or food and drink material containing the mineral absorption accelerator are provided, the mineral absorption accelerator including: an ?-glucosidase inhibitory component.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2009Publication date: March 3, 2011Applicant: FUJIFILM CorporationInventor: Fumitaka Ueda
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Publication number: 20110052727Abstract: The invention presents nutritional supplements with anti influenza activities. In a preferred embodiment, the invention features administration to a subject an effective dose of a nutritional supplement that includes a combination of all or some of the following ingredients licorice, quercetin, green tea, cinnamon, propolis, and selenium.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2009Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Hanan Polansky
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Publication number: 20110052733Abstract: The present invention provides therapeutic compositions comprising extracts of the plant species Echinacea purpurea and Sambucus nigra and the extract(s) of at least one further plant selected from the group consisting of Hypericum perforatum, Commiphora molmol and Centella asiatica. The compositions of the invention are of particular utility in the management of inflammatory mucosal diseases of both viral and non-viral origin.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 8, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Applicant: IZUN PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATIONInventors: William Z. LEVINE, Aron J. SAFFER, Mina FRAN
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Publication number: 20110038963Abstract: A method and composition for stimulating the proliferation and differentiation of stem cells is used to self-repair injury in mammals. A supplement is administered having an effective dose of blueberry, carnosine, catechin, green tea extract, VitaBlue, Vitamin D3 or combinations of these. For example, a therapeutic amount of two or more of the supplements may be selected having a synergistic effect, allowing a lower dose to achieve the same or greater effective protection as a higher dose of any one of the supplements.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Inventors: Cyndy Davis Sanberg, Paul Sanberg, Paula Bickford, R. Douglas Shytle, Jun Tan
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Publication number: 20110038962Abstract: The document provides compositions such as dietary supplements. Such compositions can be used to reduce pain, inflammation, stiffness, and/or discomfort associated with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis. The document also provides methods for reducing pain, inflammation, stiffness, and/or discomfort associated with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Applicant: MELALEUCA, INC.Inventors: Alexander B. Rabovsky, Jeremy Ivie, Stephanie Nielson
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Publication number: 20110027382Abstract: The invention relates to a novel solubilized benzoyl peroxide topical formulation for the treatment of acne comprising: benzoyl peroxide, one or more micelle forming compounds, one or more skin penetration enhancers, a surfactant, and one or more solvents, wherein the benzoyl peroxide is solubilized in the solvent. The invention further relates to the use of the topical formulation as well as the process for making the topical formulation.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Inventor: Pankaj Modi
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Publication number: 20110027200Abstract: Methods for stabilizing, maintaining the activity of and inhibiting growth of microorganisms in sunscreen preparations, anti-oxidant preparations and topical and oral pills and supplements by addition of at least one molecule chosen from nitroxides and nitrones and compositions produced thereby are provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2010Publication date: February 3, 2011Inventor: Eric F. Bernstein
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Patent number: 7879371Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermolabile caffeine fraction useful for an efficient Agrobacterium-mediated genetic transformation in plant systems to develop desired traits in plant, and a method of preparing said fraction from tea leaves and also, an efficient and cost-effective method of introducing said Agrobacterium-mediated genetic transformation into plant systems using said caffeine fraction of tea leaves.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2009Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: Council of Scientific & Industrial ResearchInventors: Indra Sandal, Ajay Kumar, Amita Bhattacharya, Ravindranath Srigiripuram Desikalhar, Ashu Gulati, Paramvir Singh Ahuja
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Patent number: 7867526Abstract: A composition for reducing the weight of a human. The composition is provided in the form of a capsule comprising an effective amount of capsaicin and/or analogs thereof, L-tyrosine, supplemental caffeine and/or and analogs thereof, green tea extract containing catechin and caffeine, and embodiments which include calcium. The invention is also directed toward methods for reducing and maintaining weight of a human using the composition.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2007Date of Patent: January 11, 2011Assignee: Ideasphere, Inc.Inventors: Arne Vernon Astrup, Soren Toubro
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Publication number: 20110003020Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treatment of skin aging including a pharmaceutically effective amount of estriol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of estradiol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of hyaluronic acid; a pharmaceutically effective amount of green tea extract; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is provided. In some embodiments, the composition further includes ascorbic acid, date palm extract, or a combination thereof. Also disclosed is a method for treating symptoms of skin aging and photoaging by administering a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and optionally, ascorbic acid and date palm extract. A method of promoting urogenital function is likewise provided wherein a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, and green tea extract is applied intravaginally.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2010Publication date: January 6, 2011Inventors: Stephanie N. McClellan, Ashton A. Kaidi
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Publication number: 20100330171Abstract: Nutritional supplements for eye health comprising: an anti-oxidant component; an anti-inflammatory component; and an anti-angiogenic component. The supplements inhibit development and progression of a range of retinal diseases and degenerations, particularly AMD and diabetic eye disease, diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. The supplements include tocotrienol and green tea extract.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2010Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventors: Jeffrey P. Gilbard, Johanna M. Seddon
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Publication number: 20100329976Abstract: Nanoparticulate compositions comprising at least one poorly soluble angiogenesis inhibitor and at least one surface stabilizer are described. The nanoparticulate compositions have an average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. The invention also describes methods of making and using such compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2010Publication date: December 30, 2010Inventors: Elaine Merisko-Liversidge, H. William Bosch, Greta G. Cary, John Pruitt, Tuula Ryde, Rajeev Jain, Amy Walters
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Publication number: 20100322852Abstract: Nanoparticulate compositions comprising at least one poorly soluble angiogenesis inhibitor and at least one surface stabilizer are described. The nanoparticulate compositions have an average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. The invention also describes methods of making and using such compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Elaine Merisko-Liversidge, H. William Bosch, Greta G. Cary, John Pruitt, Tuula Ryde, Rajeev Jain, Amy Walters
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Publication number: 20100322961Abstract: The present invention provides an intranasal drug delivery system containing capsaicin, dihydrocapsaicin, nordihydrocapsaicin, homodihydrocapsaicin, and homocapsaicin in the form of oleoresin capsicum used as a carrier to quickly and effectively deliver a drug.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventor: Wayne Jeffrey Perry
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Publication number: 20100323040Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising an extract of wasabi, and a cosmetically acceptable carrier.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2007Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventor: Seri NOMURA
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Publication number: 20100322983Abstract: A personal-care composition in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion is disclosed that provides improved skin feel and effective wrinkle-filling. The personal-care composition comprises a silicone elastomer; a silicone fluid; a combination of particulate materials; a polymeric thickener; and water. The combination comprises at least three particulate materials which pack together in order to fill wrinkles.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Susan Adair GRIFFITHS-BROPHY, Robert John Elsbrock
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Publication number: 20100322853Abstract: Nanoparticulate compositions comprising at least one poorly soluble angiogenesis inhibitor and at least one surface stabilizer are described. The nanoparticulate compositions have an average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. The invention also describes methods of making and using such compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Inventors: Elaine Merisko-Liversidge, H. William Bosch, Greta G. Cary, John Pruitt, Tuula Ryde, Rajeev Jain, Amy Walters
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Publication number: 20100316742Abstract: A solution and method for treating symptoms commonly associated with fibromyalgia. The solution includes a solvent and a composition including active ingredients of menthol, camphor, and capsaicin, as well as additional components including aloe vera extract, carbomer, decyl polyglucose, deionized water, grapefruit seed extract, green tea extract, orange peel extract, queen of the prairie extract, rose water, silica, sodium, hydroxymethyl glycinate, vegetable glycerin, witch hazel, and yucca extract. The method includes soaking an affected area in the solution for a predetermined period of time.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2009Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventor: Joe D. Kingsley
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Publication number: 20100316735Abstract: Compositions and methods for reducing hangover symptoms. Generally, a hangover reducing composition includes one or more plant extracts, such as prickly pear cactus extract, white willow bark extract, milk thistle extract, green tea extract, and combinations thereof. In some cases, the composition further includes supplemental nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals (including electrolytes). Some examples of suitable nutrients include sodium, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins C, B1, B2, B3, B6, and B12. The composition is administered to a person in any suitable form, including as a carbonated soft drink, an energy drink, a tea, a sports drink, a non-carbonated drink, a pill, an elixir, and so forth. In some preferred instances, the composition is formulated as a carbonated soft drink. In order to reduce hangover symptoms, the composition is ingested before, during, and/or after the consumption of a drug, such as alcohol.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2010Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventor: Wade Belliston
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Publication number: 20100310599Abstract: The present invention is embodied by a composition capable inducing weight loss in a patient in need thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2010Publication date: December 9, 2010Inventors: W. Blair GEHO, John R. LAU
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Publication number: 20100303904Abstract: The invention discloses a pharmaceutical composition useful for treatment and prevention of medical disorders and ailments. The aforesaid composition comprises active ingredients comprising; Turmeric extract, Turmeric powder, Selenium or source of Selenium, especially Selenomethionine, and Green tea extract. The disclosed pharmaceutical composition is especially adapted for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and colorectal cancer (CRC).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2010Publication date: December 2, 2010Applicant: BIO-PRO MEDICAL LTD.Inventor: Daniel KATZ
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Publication number: 20100297034Abstract: The present invention relates to osmolyte-containing preparations for the local treatment of dry mucous membranes. It describes the use of osmolytes for the production of a medicament, medical product or cosmetic product for the prevention, therapy and/or care of dry mucous membranes. The present invention relates to topical compositions based on osmolytes to which sodium chloride and/or moisturizers can optionally be added. The group of osmolytes proposed by the invention embraces various low-molecular substances, in particular ectoine, homoectoine, hydroxyectoine, di-myo-inositol phosphate (DIP), cyclic 2,3-diphosphoglycerate (cDPG), 1,1-di-glycerol phosphate (DGP), ?-mannosylglycerate (Firoin), ?-mannosylglyceramide (Firoin-A), di-mannosyl di-inositol phosphate (DMIP), glucosylglycerol and/or a derivative, e.g. an acid, salt or ester, of these compounds.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2008Publication date: November 25, 2010Applicant: BITOP AGInventor: Hans Bernd Schmittmann
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Patent number: 7838025Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2008Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: David W. Koenig, Jamie Joseph Van Gompel
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Patent number: 7838046Abstract: Plant extracts obtainable by extracting various plant materials with an alkaline agent, methods for preparing such extracts, compositions comprising such extracts, and methods for using the extracts or compositions thereof are described.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2006Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Tampa Bay Research InstituteInventors: Akiko Tanaka, William Guy Bradley
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Publication number: 20100291053Abstract: We describe a composition comprising a source of long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid, for example, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and a carotenoid, for example, astaxanthin and other nutrients for prophylactic and/or therapeutic use in the healing of trauma- and stress-induced inflammatory conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 23, 2004Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventors: Diane Clayton, Rebecca Rutter
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Publication number: 20100291245Abstract: A soft, chewable and orally dissolvable and/or disintegrable product includes a biopolymer-sugar based matrix and botanical powder dispersed throughout the biopolymer-sugar based matrix. The biopolymer-sugar based matrix includes at least one biopolymer, at least one sugar and optional additives. Soft, chewable and orally dissolvable and/or disintegrable product can also include flavor beads.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2009Publication date: November 18, 2010Applicant: Philip Morris USA Inc.Inventors: Feng Gao, Shalva Gedevanishvili, Shengsheng Liu, Munmaya K. Mishra, William R. Sweeney, Randall Baren, Qinglin Li, Darin Colassaco, Salem Chouchane
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Publication number: 20100291246Abstract: The present invention is related to a botanical extract, called P Compound, comprises anti-infection activities. The botanical sources, extracting process, formulation, and applications are disclosed within this invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2010Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventor: John T. Brady
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Publication number: 20100284985Abstract: The present invention provides a composition comprising (a) an antimicrobial compound of the formula (I) wherein R1 is a fatty acid chain; R2 is a linear or branched alkyl residue having from 1 to 12 carbon atoms; n is an integer from 0 to 10; X? is selected from Br?, I?, Cl? and HSO4; (b) an antimicrobial material selected from lanthionine bacteriocins, tea [Camellia sinensis] extract, hop [Humulus lupulus L.] extract, grape skin extract, grape seed extract, Uva Ursi extract and combinations thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2008Publication date: November 11, 2010Inventors: Tina Mygind, Arnar Sigmundsson, Jana Fischer
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Publication number: 20100272833Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treatment of skin aging including a pharmaceutically effective amount of estriol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of estradiol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of hyaluronic acid; a pharmaceutically effective amount of green tea extract; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is provided. In some embodiments, the composition further includes ascorbic acid, date palm extract, or a combination thereof. Also disclosed is a method for treating symptoms of skin aging and photoaging by administering a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and optionally, ascorbic acid and date palm extract. A method of promoting urogenital function is likewise provided wherein a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, and green tea extract is applied intravaginally.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: MCKA LLCInventors: Stephanie N. McClellan, Ashton A. Kaidi
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Publication number: 20100272832Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treatment of skin aging including a pharmaceutically effective amount of estriol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of estradiol; a pharmaceutically effective amount of hyaluronic acid; a pharmaceutically effective amount of green tea extract; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is provided. In some embodiments, the composition further includes ascorbic acid, date palm extract, or a combination thereof. Also disclosed is a method for treating symptoms of skin aging and photoaging by administering a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and optionally, ascorbic acid and date palm extract. A method of promoting urogenital function is likewise provided wherein a pharmaceutical composition having estriol, estradiol, hyaluronic acid, and green tea extract is applied intravaginally.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 7, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: MCKA LLCInventors: Stephanie N. McClellan, Ashton A. Kaidi
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Publication number: 20100272834Abstract: The invention relates to freeze-dried molded articles containing magnesium ascorbyl phosphate and alginate as well as optionally one or more active substances and/or auxiliary substances. Furthermore, the invention relates to methods for manufacturing these freeze-dried molded articles, the combination of such freeze-dried molded articles in kit-of-parts arrangements together with aqueous solutions, as well as the use of the freeze-dried molded articles and the kit-of-parts combinations for pharmaceutical and cosmetic application.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: DR. SUWELACK SKIN & HEALTH CARE AGInventor: Ralf Malessa
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Publication number: 20100260733Abstract: The present invention discloses novel mechanisms in the aging process and describes novel methods for high-throughput screening to identify, detect, and purify agents to be used for improving mitochondrial function, maintaining the cell cycle-arrested state in senescent and post mitotic cells, and thus preventing or treating age-related diseases or disorders associated with accelerated mitochondrial function loss, telomere dysfunction, and/or deterioration of the growth-arrested state. The present invention also discloses a number of compounds or compositions identified from this method. The present invention further provides the use of low doses of rapamycin or its analogs as a mimic of caloric restriction in preventing age-related diseases or disorders.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2010Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventor: HAIYAN QI
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Publication number: 20100255127Abstract: Disclosed is a safe substance which can inhibit the activity of aromatase (an enzyme capable of converting androgen into estrogen) to thereby effectively treat and/or prevent a sex hormone-dependent disease such as breast cancer occurring in a female person after menopause, as well as a climacteric disorder in a male person and metabolic syndrome caused by the accumulation of a visceral fat. Specifically disclosed is a therapeutic and/or prophylactic agent for a sex hormone-dependent disease, which is characterized by comprising at least one herbal extract selected from the group consisting of “Kokeiten” (golden root), prunella spike, sweet hydrangea leaf, milk thistle, a jasmine tea, “Bokusoku” (a bark of Quercus acutissima or a closely related plant thereof), “Tencha” (sweet tea), “Karensou” (Eclipta prostrata), “Youbaihi” (a bark of Myrica rubra Sie b. et Zucc.), French maritime pine, betel palm, asparagus, “Rouro” (a root of Rhaponticum unifloru m DC.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 20, 2008Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: KRACIE PHARMA, LTD.Inventors: Hisayoshi Norimoto, Yasuo Morimoto
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Publication number: 20100254961Abstract: A water-soluble electrospun sheet, containing a water-soluble base material made of at least one material selected from a group consisting of: high-molecular proteins and decomposition products thereof; cellulose-based polymers; plant-based polymers and decomposition products thereof; vinyl-based polymers; acrylic-based polymers; and water-soluble polysaccharides; is provided. In addition to the water-soluble base material, the sheet may further contain at least one functional component selected from among: emulsifying components; stabilizing components; antimicrobial components; humectant components; skin-whitening components; anti-ultraviolet components; astringent components; keratin-softening components; anti-inflammatory components; and coloring components.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2008Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: Taiyokagaku Co., Ltd.Inventors: Toshihiko Nishio, Hidetoshi Sugino, Tsutomu Okubo, Shoichi Ishigaki
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Publication number: 20100255109Abstract: The present invention provides stabilized antioxidant particles, each of which includes a core consisting of an antioxidant and a first coating layer formed on the surface of the core, wherein the first coating layer is formed by polymerizing at least one ?-lipoic acid or its derivative, a composition including the same, and a method for preparing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2008Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: BIOGENICS, INC.Inventors: Chul Hwan Kim, Chan Jae Shin, So Yeon Seo, Jung Ae Kwon
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Publication number: 20100247501Abstract: A foodstuff, includes: an extract of a plant of genus Salacia; and a flavonoid, wherein 50% inhibition concentration (IC50 value) of sucrase is 300 ?g/ml or less.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2008Publication date: September 30, 2010Applicant: FUJIFILM CORPORATIONInventor: Kenji Ikeda
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Publication number: 20100247685Abstract: A prophylactic treatment for Newcastle disease as well as a treatment of Newcastle disease. The methods comprise the step of administering to a bird, an amount of a composition having a first ingredient obtainable from turmeric; a second ingredient obtainable from green tea; an third ingredient obtainable from ginger; and an acceptable carrier. Compositions in accordance with the invention may be employed for the purpose of reducing the incidence of contracting Newcastle disease or reducing the transmissivity of Newcastle disease.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2007Publication date: September 30, 2010Applicant: THE QUIGLEY CORPORATIONInventors: Richard Rosenbloom, Timothy Cummings, Michael Petteruti
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Publication number: 20100247670Abstract: Disclosed is a dry composition prepared from red grape by natural fermentation that is, once brewed, steeped within hot water, tasteful to ingest as herb tea, and that complementary contains antioxidants, Catechin, Resveratrol, Tannin, Quercetin bearing anti-inflammatory and blood glucose lowering capacities; as well as a human skin rejuvenating natural product derived there from.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2009Publication date: September 30, 2010Inventor: Dmitriy Shoutov
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Publication number: 20100247686Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods for controlling food, energy, and calorie intake a combination of a Mulberry leaf extract and CissusQuadrangularis extract or plant powder.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2008Publication date: September 30, 2010Inventor: Litao Zhong
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Publication number: 20100215781Abstract: A therapeutic composition is provided comprising: (1) at least one omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, at least one pharmaceutically acceptable omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid derivative or mixtures thereof; (2) resveratrol or a resveratrol derivative; and (3) green tea or a green tea derivative, each in an amount, individually and in combination, effective for a therapeutic, preventive or nutritional activity in a subject in need thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2009Publication date: August 26, 2010Inventor: Joar Opheim
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Publication number: 20100215782Abstract: Disclosed are methods, compounds, and compositions comprising botanically based drugs, medical foods, and dietary supplements for the prevention and treatment of metabolic disorders, in particular obesity, weight gain, insulin resistance syndromes, diabetes, fasting hyperlipidemia and osteoarthritis. More specifically, the invention relates to pharmaceutical therapeutic methods and compositions utilizing phytochemicals, natural plant extracts and combinations to modify adipocyte physiology to enhance thermogenesis and modify cytokine secretion.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2009Publication date: August 26, 2010Applicant: METAPROTEOMICS, LLCInventors: John G. Babish, Linda M. Pacioretty, Matthew L. Tripp, Jeffrey S. Bland
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Publication number: 20100215672Abstract: A composition which comprises extracts of a plant of the genus Poncirus. The composition effectively treats allergic conditions, atopic conditions, anaphylactic conditions, and autoimmune conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 26, 2009Publication date: August 26, 2010Inventor: Charles R. de Charleroy, JR.
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Publication number: 20100209388Abstract: The invention describes a nutraceutical composition and method for preventing/treating cancer comprised of A) quinones (2,3-dimethoxy-5-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone, thymoquinone, tocopherolquinone) B) compounds capable of maximizing oxidative mitochondrial function preferably riboflavin, FAD, FMN, 6,7-Dimethyl-8-(1-D-ribityl)lumazine, ribitol, 5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole, tetrahydrobiopterin, vitamin B1, lipoic acid, biotin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate, B3, C and pantothenate C) lactic acid dehydrogenase inhibitors; 2?,3,4?5,7-pentahydroxyflavone, epigallocatechin gallate, quercetin, citric acid, rosemary, black walnut, clove, nutmeg, licorice root, coriander, cinnamon, ginger root, myrrh gum and green tea D) alkalizing agents: aloe vera, chlorella, wheat grass, apple cider vinegar, burdock root, kudzu root, alfalfa, barley grass, spirulina, parsley leaf, calcium, magnesium, potassium or bicarbonate salts E) potent tumoricidal herbs; gromwell root, wild yam, beth root, teasel root, balm of gilead bud, frankinceType: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2010Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventors: Elizabeth Anne Mazzio, Karam F. Soliman