Abstract: An animal food supplement particularly useful in treating gastrointestinal problems, such as colic. Psyllium husks are provided in dry form for convenience of handling prior to feeding. In examples of embodiments, psyllium husks are admixed with binding material and the admixture is formed into pellets, crumbles, mashes, or licks. Upon consumption by the animal, the psyllium husks take up water from the moist environment of the animal's gastrointestinal tract and form a gelatinous bolus that sweeps through the gastrointestinal tract of the animal, clearing the gastrointestinal tract of intestinal detritus, such as sand, toxins, and microorganisms, which agglomerate with and/or are carried away by the psyllium husk gel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition which is suitable in particular for use as purgative (cathartic), where the composition comprises in combination and in each case in pharmaceutically effective amounts (A) senna fruit dry extract and (B) plantago seeds (plantaginis ovatae semen). The composition can advantageously be manufactured by fluidized bed granulation. The composition is in particular free of guar gum, is dust-free, is dispersible in water and has a pleasant taste and can be supplemented straightforwardly with vitamins, minerals, trace elements and the like.

Abstract: A functional food composition for treating allergy, comprising Saururus chinensis, Plantago asiatica, Poncirus trifoliata and Schisandra chinensis extracts, as active ingredients, a tea composition comprising the same and a manufacturing method thereof. The functional food and tea compositions for treatment of allergy in accordance with the present invention are therapeutically effective for any type of allergic diseases, irrespective of allergic causes. In particular, the tea composition advantageously enables easy and regular administration at need, which can achieve anti-allergic effects without particular efforts for treatment of diseases.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of dermal scarring and wrinkling, by application to the skin of a cosmetically effective amount of Plantago major or Plantago Lanceolata. The plantain may be utilized in powdered form in an aqueous paste or poultice, or in a crème base or ointment that is applied to the skin for various periods of time from 1 to 10 hours at a frequency of 1-12 times per week, for a period of 3-50 weeks or more. The composition is effective to remediate dermal scarring and wrinkling, and at least partially restore skin to an undamaged, undeteriorated state.

Abstract: A method for prevention or therapy of pollen allergy, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, asthma or urticaria by administration of two kinds of crude drugs—seeds of Cucurbita moschata and flowers of Carthamus tinctorius—and at least one crude drug selected from Plantago asiatica, Lonicera japonica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Coix lachrymal-jobi var. ma-yuen, Zingiber officinale, Curcuma longa, Curcuma zedoaria and Artemisia argyi to a patient; and a health food for prevention, or improvement, or reduction of these symptoms containing the above substances.

Abstract: The composition of the present invention comprising Cucurbita moschata, Carthamus tinctorius, Plantago asiatica and Lonicera japonica has a follicle-stimulating hormone reduction action. Based on this action, the composition is usable as a preventive, remedy, health food or functional food for diseases, for example, climacteric disturbance, primary hypogonadism (including ovarian hypofunction and testicular deficiency), Turner's syndrome, Klinefelter' s syndrome, gonadotropin-producing tumor, testitis, and primary ovarian amenorrhea and/or hormone-producing tumor.

Abstract: A composition including one or more of elecampane rhizome (Inula sp.), fennel fruit (Foeniculum sp.), juniper berry (Juniperus sp.), licorice root (Glycyrrhiza sp.), oregano herb (Oreganum sp.), marigold flowers (Calendula sp.), rose hips (Rosa sp.), and thyme (Thymus sp.), or an extract thereof. The composition is useful for treating infectious diseases, for example viral and microbial infections, and for reducing the toxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents.

Abstract: A method of preparing a Chinese medicine for treatment of diabetes, the medicine including the Radix Rehmanniae Preparata, prepared Asiatic Comelian Cherry fruit, tree peony bark, Common Yam Rhizome, Indian bread, Oriental Waterplain rhizome, and refined edible vegetable oil. The tree peony bark is distilled and its residue, the Radix Rehmanniae Preparata, the Common Yam Rhizome and the Indian bread are decocted, then paeonol mother liquor is added to obtain extractum I by centrifugation and concentration. The prepared Asiatic Comelian Cherry fruit and the Oriental Waterplain rhizome are extracted in the refluxing alcohol and concentrated to obtain extractum II. The two extractum are mixed and concentrated to the thick paste; the thick paste is dried, crushed and sifted. The refined paeonol is crushed and added to the extractum powder. The mixed powder is combined with vegetable oil, milled and sifted. The fine powder is made into soft capsule.

Abstract: By administering a composition comprising pumpkin seed, safflower, plantain and honeysuckle, subjective symptoms (for example, general malaise and abdominal swelling) of a patient with chronic hepatitis C can be eliminated and, moreover, objective symptoms diagnosed by a medical doctor (for example, liver enlargement and palm erythema) can be relieved or eliminated. From 1 to 3 months after the administration of the composition, a significant decrease in hepatitis C virus RNA level is gradually observed. Therefore, the above composition is useful at least as a composition for treating chronic hepatitis C. In particular, it is advantageous in treating a chronic hepatitis C patient showing a high chronic hepatitis C virus RNA level.

Abstract: Gastrointestinal conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, heartburn, acid indigestion, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach and intestinal ulcers, gastrointestinal tract inflammation, thrush, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, diarrhea and cancers of the esophagus, pancreas, stomach, intestines and colon, may be treated or prevented by administration of compositions containing a therapeutically effective amount of a fatty acid and a therapeutically effective amount of mucilaginous fiber. Fatty acids suitable for use in the compositions include omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids and/or omega-9 fatty acids.

Abstract: An animal feed such as a milk replacer includes a soluble fiber and a sugar alcohol. The milk replacer enhances weight gain, starter intake and reduces weaning time. The method of feeding the animal includes feeding a mixture of a soluble fiber and sugar alcohol. The animal feed may be used as a method of weaning young ruminants such as calves.

Abstract: The invention discloses a medicine that can treat CRF and the preparation method of it, which mainly make up of fleece-flower root, dodder, pseudostellaria root, atractylodes rhizome, wolfberry fruit, Achyranthes root the invented medicine absorb quickly, have good curative effect, with high content of effective component and admit is convenience.

Abstract: Ispaghula (material from the plant Plantago ovata, useful as an agent in relieving constipation, is subjected to treatment with -radiation at a dose of up to 13 kGy, and preferably in the range 5-10 kGy. As well as effecting sterilisation of the ispaghula, this dose of irradiation has been shown to offer surprising rheological advantages.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions (including medicaments and nutritional products) for use in the prevention or treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Such compositions comprise a therapeutically effective amount of a soluble fibre derivable from fruit of the Musa spp. The soluble fibre may in particular be derived from plantains or bananas.

Abstract: A composition comprising a non-fiber organic extract of psyllium which is anti-tumorigenic is described. The composition both restores gap junctional intercellular communication (GJIC) and inhibits anchorage independent growth of mammalian cells which have been transformed with the ras oncogene. The composition is a useful chemotherapy and chemopreventative agent. The composition was identified using a novel method for determining the anti-tumorigenic potential of a compound or composition.

Abstract: A method of feeding ruminants, the method including feeding a ruminant a fluid animal feed during a feeding period, the fluid animal feed including an animal feed component and the ruminant consuming greater than about 1.25 pounds of the animal feed component per day, based on the dry weight of the animal feed component, during the feeding period; and the method further including feeding the ruminant a psyllium composition during the feeding period.

Abstract: An animal food supplement particularly useful in treating gastrointestinal problems, such as colic. Psyllium husks are provided in dry form for convenience of handling prior to feeding. In exemplary embodiments, psyllium husks are admixed with binding material and the admixture is formed into pellets, crumbles, mashes, or licks. Upon consumption by the animal, the psyllium husks take up water from the moist environment of the animal's gastrointestinal tract and form a gelatinous bolus that sweeps through the gastrointestinal tract of the animal, clearing the gastrointestinal tract of intestinal detritus, such as sand, toxins, and microorganisms, which agglomerate with and/or are carried away by the psyllium husk gel.

Abstract: Disclosed are articles and oral compositions which enable positioning material(s) which absorb oral fluids into controlled, direct contact with at least one dental arch, or portion thereof, of a subject at the location where teeth emerge from dental arch gum tissue, in a manner conducive to increasing crevicular fluid flow while maintaining a relatively dry application field for a therapeutic and/or cosmetic result effecting period of time. The method is applicable to introduction of gingivally absorbed substances and to treatment of, for instance, periodontal gum disease wherein bacteria is swept along in the crevicular fluid and lysed.

Abstract: A process is provided for making (?)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) by subjecting a green tea extract to chromatography on a macroporous polar resin, eluting EGCG from the resin with a polar elution solvent, optionally concentrating the eluate, optionally regenerating the resin by desorbing the remaining catechins, and optionally concentrating the desorbed catechins.

Abstract: A purified form of a gel-forming component of psyllium seed husks is disclosed, along with a process for obtaining the gel-forming fraction from psyllium seed husks. Methods of using this gel-forming fraction as a laxative and hypocholesterolemic agent are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention discloses a medicine that can treat CRF and the preparation method of it, which mainly make up of fleece-flower root, dodder, pseudostellaria root, atractylodes rhizome, wolfberry fruit, Achyranthes root the invented medicine absorb quickly, have good curative effect, with high content of effective component and admit is convenience.

Abstract: A composition and method for facilitating weight loss and aiding in the maintenance of a stable weight in humans, wherein a preferred embodiment of the chemical composition comprises a mixture of psyllium husks generally in an amount of between 72% and 88% by weight of the total chemical composition, natural marine shellfish extract, such as a high density chitosan generally in an amount of between 9% and 11% by weight, acacia generally in an amount of between 4.5% and 5.5% by weight, an amount of apple pectin generally in an amount of between 1.4% and 2.2% by weight of the total chemical composition, ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) generally in an amount of between 1.8% and 2.2% by weight. An excipient may also be included generally in an amount of about 1% by weight of the total chemical composition. The method includes having a person ingest one or more unit dosages of the foregoing chemical composition with generally about eight ounces of water prior to a meal.

Abstract: This invention provides compositions and methods related to the administration of psyllium husk, Î2-sitosterol, guggul tree extract, guar gum and chromium as a combination to reduce or control blood cholesterol, triglycerides, low density lipoproteins, blood sugar or increasing or controlling high density lipoproteins in a mammal, to reduce arterial plaque build-up, atherosclerosis, in a mammal which may be associated with cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, peripheral vascular, or intestinal vascular disorders.

Abstract: An animal food supplement particularly useful in treating gastrointestinal problems, such as colic. Psyllium husks are provided in dry form for convenience of handling prior to feeding. In exemplary embodiments, psyllium husks are admixed with binding material and the admixture is formed into pellets, crumbles, mashes, or licks. Upon consumption by the animal, the psyllium husks take up water from the moist environment of the animal's gastrointestinal tract and form a gelatinous bolus that sweeps through the gastrointestinal tract of the animal, clearing the gastrointestinal tract of intestinal detritus, such as sand, toxins, and microorganisms, which agglomerate with and/or are carried away by the psyllium husk gel.

Abstract: A method for prevention or therapy of pollen allergy, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, asthma or urticaria by administration of two kinds of crude drugs—seeds of Cucurbita moschata and flowers of Carthamus tinctorius—and at least one crude drug selected from Plantago asiatica, Lonicera japonica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Coix lachrymal-jobi var. ma-yuen, Zingiber officinale, Curcuma longa, Curcuma zedoaria and Artemisia argyi to a patient; and a health food for prevention, or improvement, or reduction of these symptoms containing the above substances.

Abstract: A polysaccharide useful as an ingredient of a food containing psyllium is disclosed. The increase of viscosity resulting from hydrated psyllium can be reduced by the present polysaccharides without adversely affecting the physiologically beneficial effects of psyllium. The present invention also provides a food product containing the psyllium viscosity-reducing polysaccharide and psyllium, and a method of manufacturing the same, characterized by having excellent handling properties and favorable palatability, even if the method includes a step of heating the psyllium, especially in a hydrated form.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising an analgesic or analgesic combination and a stool softener is disclosed. The analgesic is selected from morphine, meperidine, fentanyl, hydromorphone, oxymorphone, oxycodone, hydrocodone, methadone, propoxyphene, pentazocine, levorphanol, codeine, acetaminophen and combinations of these analgesics. The composition is formulated for oral administration as a liquid or solid dosage form for immediate, slow, delayed or sustained-release characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention is related to improved compositions for reducing serum total and/or LDL cholesterol levels. The compositions are combinations of dietary fibre and plant sterol. The compositions are used as such or more advantageously in food products and comprise one or several fibres, preferably &bgr;-glucan, in combination with one or several plant sterols and/or stanols in their free and/or esterified forms.

Abstract: The invention provides orally administered gelled formulations comprising a laxative which is active in the digestive tract.

Abstract: An improved ultra-high fiber supplement that promotes satiety, caloric reduction, and weight loss. The supplement comprises guar, oat, psyllium, locust bean gum, pectin, green tea, multi-anthocyanadins, pyridoxine, and folic acid. It improves cardiovascular health and reduces cardiovascular inflammation and the risk of heart disease. The addition of antioxidants, including green tea, improves weight loss, and general and cardiovascular health. Also it reduces serum lipoprotein oxidation and risk of free-radical related diseases. Additional benefits include the lowering of plasma homocysteine by the addition of folic acid and pyridoxine. Consumption of the supplement aids in reducing absorption and assimilation of ingested toxins. A method of providing an ultra-high fiber comestible that is highly palatable and can be used to supplement nutrition and to manage and prevent diet-related diseases is disclosed.

Abstract: Flexible elastomer articles and methods of making the same are disclosed in which a material, a botanical extract, is incorporated into an elastomer emulsion, solution and/or plastisol in order to enhance the physical and therapeutic properties of articles made from these materials. In another aspect, the invention relates to coating surfaces of flexible elastomer articles with a non-Aloe vera mucinous botanical or laboratory produced polysaccharide which is fortified by additives known to protect, restore and moisturize mammalian skin or mucosa and to enhance ease of application or donnability of the article. Flexible elastomer articles include gloves and other single layer or multi-layer flexible elastomer articles.

Abstract: A composition and method for facilitating weight loss and aiding in the maintenance of a stable weight in humans, wherein a preferred embodiment of the chemical composition comprises a mixture of psyllium husks generally in an amount of between 72% and 88% by weight of the total chemical composition, natural marine shellfish extract generally in an amount of between 9% and 11% by weight, acacia generally in an amount of between 4.5% and 5.5% by weight, an amount of apple pectin generally in an amount of between 1.4% and 2.2% by weight of the total chemical composition, ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) generally in an amount of between 1.8% and 2.2% by weight. Magnesium stearate may also be included generally in an amount of about 1% by weight of the total chemical composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a diet composition comprising raw foods comprising the lyophilized powders of grains, vegetables and seaweeds; dietary fibers; and functional herbal extracts, etc. The composition according to the present invention is effective in reduction of weight and body fat and body shape management as well as abundant in nutrition ingredients. And also the composition has an excellent effect on decreasing cholesterol and neutral fat amounts in blood. Therefore, the composition according to the invention can be usefully employed as a food capable of preventing or improving obesity while assisting in ingesting nutriments, which are apt to be lacking in modern people, without omission.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods for treating and/or preventing lower gastrointestinal (GI) disorders in mammalian patients, more particularly for alleviating and/or preventing the lower GI symptoms associated with such disorders.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods for treating and/or preventing lower gastrointestinal (GI) disorders in mammalian patients, more particularly for alleviating and/or preventing the lower GI symptoms associated with such disorders.

Abstract: A purified form of a gel-forming component of psyllium seed husks is disclosed, along with a process for obtaining the gel-forming fraction from psyllium seed husks. Methods of using this gel-forming fraction as a laxative and hypocholesterolemic agent are also disclosed.

Abstract: Oral compositions, suitable for chewing, comprising a gel-forming polysaccharide isolated from psyllium seed husks and an excipient that is fast dissolving in the oral cavity, provide good aesthetics and acceptable mouthfeel as perceived by the consumer. The oral compositions are useful for normalizing bowel function, reducing human serum cholesterol levels and treatment of other gastrointestinal disorders.

Abstract: This invention describes methods of producing psyllium with improved functionality by employing a solid-state enzyme reaction. The psyllium prepared according to the process disclosed herein show improved functionality, i.e., less gel hardness can thus be readily incorporated into a wide variety of products such as foodstuff, pharmaceutical compositions, animal feeds, beverages and the like.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating a visceral pain syndromes in a mammal. The method includes administering to the mammal an effective amount of a selective norepinephrine (NE)-serotonin (5-HT) reuptake inhibitor (NSRI), e.g., milnacipran.

Abstract: A method for prevention or therapy of pollen allergy, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, asthma or urticaria by administration of two kinds of crude drugs—seeds of Cucurbita moschata and flowers of Carthamus tinotorius—and at least one crude drug selected from Plantago asiatica, Lonicera japonica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Coix lachrymal-jobi var, ma-yuen, Zingiber officinale, Curcuma longa, Curcuma zedoaria and Artemisia argyi to a patient; and a health food for prevention, or improvement, or reduction of these symptoms containing the above substances.

Abstract: A composition comprising a non-fiber organic extract of psyllium which is anti-tumorigenic is described. The composition both restores gap junctional intercellular communication (GJIC) and inhibits anchorage independent growth of mammalian cells which have been transformed with the ras oncogene. The composition is a useful chemotherapy and chemopreventative agent. The composition was identified using a novel method for determining the anti-tumorigenic potential of a compound or composition.

Abstract: An herbal formulation which acts as an intestinal bowel soother is disclosed which comprises: slippery elm bark; German chamomile flower; fenugreek seed; fennel seed; skullcap herb; cranberry fruit; peppermint leaf; a mixture of Chinese herbs, comprising atractylodes root, capillary artemisia herb, codonopsis root, Job's tears seed, schisandra fruit, agastache whole plant, Chinese licorice root, Chinese thoroughwax, ginger root, Korean ash branches bark, magnolia bark, phellodendron bark, poria cocos root, psyllium seed, Chinese goldthread, Chinese white peony root, costus root, silver root, tangerine peel, and angelica root; and methylsulfonylmethane.

Abstract: Ispaghula (material from the plant Plantago ovata, useful as an agent in relieving constipation, is subjected to treatment with -radiation at a dose of up to 13 kGy, and preferably in the range 5-10 kGy. As well as effecting sterilisation of the ispaghula, this dose of irradiation has been shown to offer surprising rheological advantages.

Abstract: Described herein is a nutritional supplement to be incorporated into the diet of an overweight or obese patient comprising a low glycemic index carbohydrate source, a source of protein, and a source of fat, and further comprising a source of green tea extract, a source of 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), and a source of chromium. The supplement provides active food-grade ingredients to improve the management weight loss, prevention of weight gain, and a feeling of satiety.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of preparing an extract of the herb sea buckthorn. In the absence of oxygen and metals berries of sea buckthorn are mixed with a vegetable oil and the mixture is incubated, which results in the extraction of liposoluble components of the berries into the vegetable oil. The extract is then separated from the berries. A composition is prepared of about 5 to about 95 wt % of the extract, 0 to about 95 wt % of an extract of a herb selected from the group consisting of rose hips (Rosa species), St. John's wort (Hypericus perforatum), chickweed herb (Stellaria media), plantain herb (Plantago major), calendula flowers (Calendula officinalis), and mixtures thereof, prepared by extracting liposoluble components of the herb into a vegetable oil in the absence of oxygen and metal, 0 to about 10 wt % of an essential oil, 0 to about 15 wt % of an antioxidant, and 0 to about 80 wt % of a diluent. The composition is applied to open skin lesions to promote their healing.

Abstract: An improved medical treatment and medicine is provided to quickly and safely resolve herpes and other microbial infections. The inexpensive user-friendly medicine can be applied and maintained on the infected region until the physical symptoms of the disease disappears and the patient is comfortable and has a normal appearance. The attractive medicine comprises an antimicrobial concentrate comprising microbe inhibitors, phytochemicals or isolates. Desirably, the effective medicine comprises a surfactant and an aqueous carrier or solvent. In the preferred form, the medicine comprises Echinacea phytochemicals and benzalkonium chloride in a sterile water solution.

Abstract: Compositions of plant carbohydrates for dietary supplements and nutritional support for promotion and maintenance of good health. Defined nutritionally effective amounts of one to eleven essential saccharides, glyconutrients, are used in various inventive compositions as dietary supplements. The dietary composition herein can include phytonutrients, vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, and other non-toxic nutrients. The glyconutritional dietary supplement herein provides essential saccharides which are the building blocks of glycoproteins. These compositions, when administered orally or topically, have been found to improve the well being of mammals suffering from a variety of disorders.

Abstract: The present invention is a food product intended for consumers that is both nutritionally complete and well balanced and provides beneficial hypocholesterolemic activity. The food product includes a combination of soluble fiber component selected from the group consisting of psyllium, oat flour, oat bran, barley, beta-glucan, guar gum, beet pulp and pectin and a second beneficial component selected from the group consisting of beta sitosterol, stigmasterol, campesterol, ergosterol, beta sitostanol, campestanol, stigmastanol and fatty acid derivatives thereof and/or a combination of one or more of the above to generate the health benefit.

Abstract: A method of feeding ruminants, the method including feeding a ruminant a fluid animal feed during a feeding period, the fluid animal feed including an animal feed component and the ruminant consuming greater than about 1.25 pounds of the animal feed component per day, based on the dry weight of the animal feed component, during the feeding period; and the method further including feeding the ruminant a psyllium composition during the feeding period.

Abstract: A shelf-stable, ready to use, water-like composition for humans/animals; as an adjunct to fiber-water, and/or safe drinking water, consumed directly, tube feedings, or in the preparation/reconstitution of food(s)/beverage(s). Fortified Fiber-Water is fiber-water, with added delivery systems: Encapsulations/particles, of different size(s), shape(s), material(s), colors, non-visible, serving one or more functions: improved taste, odor-masking; controlled release applications; bio-availability of actives, avoid hygroscopicity; minimized interactions, improved thermal, oxidative, and shelf-life; decorative. Viscosity changing elements, (with one or more viscosity changing additives, with or without encapsulations, particles) to enhance delivery of active medicants/ingredients of categories: pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, therapeutics, diagnostics, etc.