Abstract: Skin care formulations that function via a multi-modal approach are provided in some embodiments in which select ingredients work together to protect skin from ultraviolet light, hydrates the skin and provides antioxidant properties.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions including a fatty acid soap/fatty acid mixture, and methods of use thereof. The compositions include a C5 to C12 fatty acid or mixtures thereof. The compositions show increased activity, e.g., insecticidal, soil removal, antimicrobial activity, at a controlled pH range of about 7.5 to about 9.0.

Abstract: This invention pertains to an anti-microbial, in particular anti-bacterial, more particularly against Gram negative bacteria, and/or anti-fungal composition comprising as active blend trans-cinnamaldehyde and a potentiating agent. In particular this composition is intended for preventing and/or treating microbial infection in an animal.

Abstract: Combination of dry extract of Rhodiola, dry extract of Tribulus terrestris, dry extract of Undaria pinnatifida, Moringa oleifera, folic acid and vitamin B12 in the form of food supplement for mitigating woman's disorders caused by ageing.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved composition for the control of parasites on animals, comprising comparably high amounts of active substances from the group of agonists of the nicotinergic acetylcholine receptors of insects (neonicotinoids) and from pyrethroids in a new and improved formulation comprising carvacrol as a solvent, and optionally additionally further active and/or auxiliary substances. In particular, the invention relates to the use of such compositions for the control of ectoparasites such as, in particular, fleas, ticks and sand flies in pets such as, in particular, in dogs and ferrets.

Abstract: The invention describes a natural fungicide which comprises gallnut and myrobalan extracts which exhibit a synergistic effect against Alternaria brassicicola, and can be used to control crop fungal diseases.

Abstract: This invention pertains to an anti-microbial, in particular anti-bacterial and/or anti-fungal composition comprising cinnamaldehyde, trans-2-methoxycinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate and linalool. In particular this composition is intended for preventing and/or treating microbial infection in an animal.

Abstract: A method for treating Black Sigatoka fungus in crops of the Musaceae family by applying a fungicidal composition comprising garlic oil, rosemary oil, thyme oil and cinnamon oil.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for extracting cinnamon oil; firstly, a cinnamon powder is mixed and conditioned with an aqueous solution of sodium salts, and the conditioned cinnamon powder is obtained thereafter; subsequently, the conditioned cinnamon powder obtained was frozen and then rapidly thawed, and the thawed cinnamon powder is obtained thereafter; finally, after the thawed cinnamon powder is mixed with a gaseous solvent, pressurized liquid extraction is performed, and then after separation the cinnamon oil is obtained. The method for extracting cinnamon oil from cinnamon at a low temperature adds an aqueous solution of sodium salts to condition the cinnamon powder, uses a slow freezing process and a rapid thawing process, and finally uses a gaseous solvent, which may gasify without heating to be separated from the extract; the extraction process is kept away from air, and the heat-sensitive components are not damaged.

Abstract: A method of and a composition for treating a parasitic infestation in an animal and/or its environment is provided. The method includes providing an ectoparasitcidal formulation which comprises two or more IGRs, in which the IGRs may be selected from the same IGR class or from different IGR classes (excluding two or more juvenile hormone mimic IGRs selected from S-methoprene, hydroprene and pyriproxyfen) and regardless of whether each IGR is mobile or non-mobile or is capable or incapable of translocation in the environment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds and compositions and their application as pharmaceuticals for treating, preventing, or reversing injury to skeletal or cardiac muscles, for treating or preventing diseases relating to the structure and function of skeletal or cardiac muscle, and for inducing regeneration or restructuring of skeletal or cardiac muscle as a means of treating diseases relating to abnormalities in skeletal or cardiac muscle structure and function in a human or animal subject.

Abstract: Herbal compound formulations using herbs curcuma longa (turmeric), ocimum sanctum (holy basil) and emblica officinalis (amla) in their natural forms and a method of packaging the same for dietary supplement as tablets, wafers, capsules and as teabags where the packaging of individual dosages and the outer packaging may use visual display of color that represents the proportion and presence of different herbs in the herbal compound.

Abstract: Herbal compound formulations using herbs curcuma longa (turmeric), ocimum sanctum (holy basil) and emblica officinalis (amla) in their natural forms and a method of packaging the same for dietary supplement as tablets, wafers, capsules and as teabags where the packaging of individual dosages and the outer packaging may use visual display of color that represents the proportion and presence of different herbs in the herbal compound.

Abstract: An Achillea fragrantissima extract for treating chronic myeloid leukemia cells is made by the following steps: washing a mass of Achillea fragrantissima leaves and powdering the dried leaves. The leaves are dried over seven days and a kilo of the powder is extracted three times with methanol. The resulting material is concentrated and redissolved in water to form a concentration of 0.5 mg/mL and centrifuged to remove any undissolved material. The final Achillea fragrantissima extract may then be used to cause morphological changes in CML cells and treat humans with chronic myeloid leukemia.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods and compositions for providing improved insulin-sensitivity and/or enhanced insulin-like action, which leads to improved glucose uptake and utilization. The invention provides a method for increasing glucose uptake in a subject. The present invention also provides a method for regulating blood glucose level in a subject. The invention further provides a method for decreasing blood glucose level in a hyperglycemic subject. The methods comprise administering to a subject an effective amount of a water extract of cinnamon and an effective amount of a water extract of Radix Astragali.

Abstract: Pesticidal compositions containing plant essential oils, such as rosemary oil, wintergreen oil, etc., and methods for using same are disclosed.

Abstract: A method for promoting weight loss and/or lowering blood glucose comprises an active material which may be cinnamon, an extract of cinnamon, or a derivative of a cinnamon extract. The active material may be utilized in combination with further active ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to phytosanitary compositions with fungicidal properties that comprise a mixture of essential oils obtained from plants and agents with known fungicidal properties, such as alkali metal or ammonium bicarbonates, and compounds based on copper or the salts thereof, for use, principally, in contact-protection against fungal infections in cultivated plants and post-harvest, and also in other antifungal applications. In said compositions, the effect of the agents that have known fungicidal properties is potentiated synergistically by the aforementioned essential oils. The present invention also relates to the use of said essential oils as potentiators for agents with known fungicidal properties.

Abstract: A non-toxic composition for the treatment and prevention of ectoparasite infestations is provided. In its most basic form, the composition comprises a combination of effective amounts of cinnamon oil, oregano oil and either citronella oil or lavender oil. Additional oils, including both citronella oil and lavender oil, in addition to peppermint oil, orange oil, tea tree oil and rosemary oil may be added to the composition while still maintaining the efficacy of the composition. The composition may be combined with a carrier agent and the combination may be applied to a subject to effect the elimination of ectoparasites and the prevention of new infestations. Preferably, the carrier agent is a shampoo, a conditioner, a non-aqueous spray, a body wash or a lotion.

Abstract: A treatment protocol for use in the treatment of neurocutaneous syndrome is described and comprises at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, and at least one detoxification component. Additional embodiments comprise at least one herbal component, at least one vitamin component, or a combination thereof. A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndrome is described herein and comprises: providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, to the patient, and administering the at least one detoxification component to the patient. Additional methods steps may include providing and administering at least one herbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamin component or a combination thereof.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a pharmaceutical composition for treating cancer, comprising: (1) a herbal composition generated from Astragali membranaceus radix, Cinnamomi cortex, Paeonia alba radix, Jujubae fructus, and Zingiberis rhizoma or an extract of the above mixed herbal medicine; (2) one or more chemotherapeutic compounds. The present invention also discloses use of the above pharmaceutical composition in the preparation of medicament for treating human cancer and in the preparation of medicament for reducing side effects of chemotherapeutic compounds in human body. The pharmaceutical composition of the present invention can reduce chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathic side effects such as limb paresthesia, pain, cold skin, formication, powerlessness and the like, increase tolerance dosages of anticancer drugs, and enhance efficacy of anticancer drugs.

Abstract: An anesthetic and therapeutic composition for use in aquaculture includes an essential oil preferably thyme oil that is mixed with ethanol in an amount of one part essential oil preferably thyme oil to five parts ethanol. The essential oil ethanol mixture is then dispersed in water preferably seawater to provide 10 to 60 ppm of essential oil. The oxygen in the composition is between about 5.00 and 6.5 mg/L and in a preferred embodiment is enhanced by an agar stabilizer. The invention also contemplates treating fish such as sheam and sobaity and shrimp and seahorse to reduce stress and maintain a temperature of about 20°-27° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a polymer composition containing natural bioactive principles, in particular propolis extract. The present composition is of value because it exhibits antimicrobial (antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and antiprotozoal), wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antioxidising and moisturising properties. The composition according to the present invention can be used in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations, thus being useful for odontological treatments (of caries, gingivitis, periodontitis, bad breath, aphthae, oral stomatitis) and for the treatment of affections of the skin and mucous membranes. The present composition also contains biocompatible and biodegradable polymers that allow controlled release of the active principles. For this purpose, the product can be provided in the form of different formulations: spray, mouthwash, toothpaste, oral-base cream, lotions, creams, gels, inter alia.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the control and management of wildlife populations (including domesticated animals) and pests such as rodents, birds including geese, deer and other herbivores such as rabbits, ground hogs, raccoons, moose and elk, tunneling animals such as moles, voles and gophers and insects, carnivores and other organisms such as predators. Specifically provided are FIFRA exemption-based formulations which may be applied to natural or artificial surfaces.

Abstract: A composition is disclosed which comprises cinnamon or cinnamon extract such as cinnamon aqueous extract TC 112 and panax ginseng or extract from panax ginseng standardized to 1.5 to 7% ginsenosides and may comprise an artificial sweetener. The composition is embodied in the form of a pill or food product with 120 mg of cinnamon aqueous extract and 120 mg of ginseng standardized to 1.5 to 7% ginsenosides. The composition is used as a daily dosage for improvement of cognitive function, prevention or treatment of Alzheimer's disease, maintenance or lowering of blood-sugar levels, prevention of arterial disease or the improvement of cognitive function in diabetics.

Abstract: A composition and method for the controlled release of natural plant oils (essential oils) from a wax matrix to repel insects, arachnids, and other arthropods.

Abstract: A synergistic composition, or the use of that composition in the manufacture of a medicament, or a method of treatment including the use of that composition, for the treatment of hair loss and baldness, for combined, sequential or simultaneous administration, in any form, via any biological route. In its optimal embodiment the composition consists, in the form of a lotion: 1600-2400 IU/mL Vitamin A Palmitate, 0.64%-0.96% Thiamine Hydrochloride, 0.64%-0.96% Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, 4.8%-7.2% Niacinamide, 2.85%-5.2% D-Panthenol, 1.6%-2.4% L-Arginine, 3.6%-4.4% Methyl Sulphonyl Methane (MSM), 0.08%-0.12% Ginger Oil, 0.08%-0.12% Cinnamon Oil, 0.0996%-0.1494% Oleoresin Capsicum, 1.3%-1.95% Magnesium, 2.4%-3.6% Zinc, 0.192%-0.288% Manganese, 2.6%-3.9% Urea, 2.4%-3.6% Sodium Glycerophosphate, 4.8%-7.2% L-Lysine HCl, plus Preservatives, Co-solvent (Propylene Glycol), Fragrances, Anti-Oxidant, Cooling agent (Menthol), Emulsifier, and Vehicle (Purified water).

Abstract: Gene-Eden-VIR is a natural product that decreases the severity, duration, and frequency of symptoms during a viral infection, including infections with the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Epstein Barr Virus (EBV), Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV), and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV).

Abstract: Disclosed herein are preservative compositions comprising effective amounts of an alcohol, such as benzyl alcohol (“BA”), ethyl alcohol or phenyl ethanol, and cinnamon bark oil (“CB”), cinnamaldehyde (“CMA”), thyme oil, thymol, galangal oil, botanical extracts or combinations thereof, each of which are preferably obtained from natural sources. These preservatives have been observed to show broad spectrum anti microbial efficacy in both anionic and cationic formulations. In certain non-limiting embodiments, such compositions further comprise tetrahydrocurcuminoid (“THC”), phenyl ethanol and/or orange oil (“OR”) or rosemary oil (“RM”).

Abstract: For enhancing bioavailability, a composition is administered comprising a Transient Receptor Potential cation channel subfamily V member 1 (TRPV1) agonist with a combined Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) milligram (mg) dose in the range of 280,000 to 400,000 SHU mg.

Abstract: Provided herein are biologically active solution compositions comprising one or more sacrificial proteolytic enzyme substrates, one or more preservatives, and one or more antimicrobial agents and methods of using the solution compositions to treat tissue sites, in particular chronic wounds. The compositions may be used in conjunction with negative pressure wound therapy to treat tissue sites.

Abstract: A method for treating Black Sigatoka fungus in crops of the Musaceae family by applying a fungicidal composition comprising garlic oil, rosemary oil, thyme oil and cinnamon oil.

Abstract: The disclosure provides for methods of repelling, directing, altering the behavior, and controlling an insect by utilizing a compound or composition described herein. The disclosure also provides for methods of promoting the health of an insect by repelling a pest that preys on insect and/or by providing an antibiotic or nutritional supplement composition to an insect. The disclosure also provides for a composition including at least one repelling, controlling, or directing compound or composition described herein together with an insecticide, herbicide, fungicide, or miticide. Compounds, compositions, seeds, and plants useful in these methods are also described.

Abstract: Compositions containing one or more compounds with inhibitory effect on a 5-HT3a and/or NK-1 receptor are effective for preventing or treating idiopathic vomiting in a mammal.

Abstract: Compositions useful for controlling pests are disclosed. In some embodiments, the composition includes a pesticidal natural oil and a polar aromatic solvent. Methods of making and using the compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to agricultural emulsion concentrates which form stable oil-in-water emulsions when diluted with water. More specifically, the invention relates to stable oil-in-water emulsions which include cinnamaldehyde and diallyl disulfide with a Calsogen® EH and Surfonic® CO 36 emulsion system. The increased stability of the emulsion allows for efficient mixing of the emulsion ingredients and effective storage and application of the cinnamaldehyde and diallyl disulfide to areas in need of nematode protection or treatment.

Abstract: The invention describes a nutraceutical composition and method for preventing/treating cancer or augmenting chemotherapy in advanced stage malignancies; comprised of [1] tumoricidal herbs; beth root, galbanum, gromwell root, wild yam, balm of gilead bud, frankincense, [2] an antiproliferative herb; speranskia [3] a natural lactic acid dehydrogenase (LDH) inhibitor, 2?,3,4?5,7-pentahydroxyflavone or cinnamon, [4] alkalizing agents: calcium, magnesium, potassium or bicarbonate salts, barley grass, chlorella and spirulina [5] at least one quinone and [6] at least one agent capable of maximizing oxidative mitochondrial function preferably riboflavin, 6,7-Dimethyl-8-(1-D-ribityl)lumazine, ribitol, 5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole, tetrahydrobiopterin and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Compositions useful for controlling pests are disclosed. In some embodiments, the composition includes a pesticidal natural oil and a polar aromatic solvent or an alkyl alcohol solvent. Methods of making and using the compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: A process for producing a small-sized, lipid-based cochleates. Cochleates are derived from liposomes which are suspended in an aqueous two-phase polymer solution, enabling the differential partitioning of polar molecule based-structures by phase separation. The liposome-containing two-phase polymer solution, treated with positively charged molecules such as Ca2+ or Zn2+, forms a cochleate precipitate of a particle size less than one micron. The process may be used to produce cochleates containing biologically relevant molecules.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antimicrobial composition comprising an antimicrobial effective amount (such as a preservative, bactericidal, and/or fungicidal effective amount) of a mixture comprising at least two of: (a) lemon grass oil; (b) cinnamaldehyde, cinnamon oil, Cinnamomum cassia, cinnamon extract, cassia leaf oil, 3,4-dihydroxycinnamic acid or salt thereof, or a mixture thereof; (c) sorbic acid, or a salt thereof; (d) erythorbic acid, or a salt thereof; (e) benzoic acid, or a salt thereof; (f) arabinogalactan, galactoarabinan, or a mixture thereof; (g) a hexahydro-iso-alpha-acid, tetrahydro-iso-alpha-acid, or a mixture thereof; (h) Achillea fragrantissima (Santolina fragrantissima Forssk., lavender cotton) oil; and (i) ?-gluconolactone. The present invention also provides a product (preferably a product other than a foodstuff, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic) comprising a preservative effective amount of cinnamaldehyde or a mixture of cinnamaldehyde and one or more alkanol-dialkyl hydantoins.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions of matter useful for the treatment of diabetes. In one embodiment a nutraceutical composition is administered to a patient in need, said composition comprising of one or more ingredients selected from a group consisting of: magnesium, chromium picolinate, alpha lipoic acid, Garcina indica, holy basil, Morodica charantica, cinnamon, Salacia reticulate, Salacia oblonga, Gymnema sylvestre, nopal cactus, fenu greek, vanadium, 1-carnitine, and vitamin D3.

Abstract: A dry insect repellent includes a plurality of non-toxic natural essential oils and an amount of soybean oil, to facilitate even distribution of the active components throughout a dry carrier matrix. The dry carrier matrix facilitates storage, handling, and application of the dry insect repellent to a treatment area for the safe and effective control of mosquitoes and other pests.

Abstract: Compositions for cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing are described. The compositions comprise essential oils and are stable, non-toxic and environmentally sustainable. Also disclosed are deodorants and scalp refreshers having these properties.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods that in some embodiments are useful in the treatment of pediculosis.

Abstract: The medicinal tea includes a natural, herbal composition for treating female menstrual pains and post-delivery symptoms. The composition eliminates the side effects of common pain relief or sedative remedies. The composition includes Salvia officinalis, cumin, Artemisia herba-alba, Nigella sativa, Pimpinella anisum, coffee husk, Carum copticom, cinnamon, Achillea fragrantissima, and mint in specific amounts which together provide diuretic, sedative, menstrual and digestive benefits. This composition is easily digestible and provides immediate benefits without any harmful side effects.

Abstract: Extract and/or fraction from Cinnamomum burmanii (DLBS2411) related to its extraction method and its biological activities show activities as antiulcer by conferring mucoprotection and down-regulating H+/K+ ATPase. Treatment with DLBS2411 decreases the H+/K+ ATPase mRNA level in HEK 293 and gastric parietal cells. In addition, DLBS2411 inhibits activity of H+/K+ ATPase gastric enzyme wherein pH influences this inhibition mechanism. DLBS2411 also has characteristic as antioxidant which is shown by the increase of reducing power as the given dosage increases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment, and especially topical treatment, of warts and the use thereof for the treatment of warts. Specifically, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of warts, comprising: a) 0.1 to 10 weight % dimethicone; b) 5 to 25 weight % of one or more vegetable oils; c) one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients and/or carriers; d) 2 to 6 weight % urea; and e) water up to 100 weight %.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and kit have been discovered which regenerate with the use of odorants the connections of the neurons of the brain and central nervous system in the treatment of such person afflicted neuro-disorders caused by disease or trauma.

Abstract: An anesthetic and therapeutic composition for use in aquaculture includes an essential oil preferably thyme oil that is mixed with ethanol in an amount of one part essential oil preferably thyme oil to five parts ethanol. The essential oil ethanol mixture is then dispersed in water preferably seawater to provide 10 to 60 ppm of essential oil. The oxygen in the composition is between about 5.00 and 6.5 mg/L and in a preferred embodiment is enhanced by an agar stabilizer. The invention also contemplates treating fish such as sheam and sobaity and shrimp and seahorse to reduce stress and maintain a temperature of about 20°-27° C.

Abstract: A composition, an encapsulated composition and/or nanoparticles comprising at least one essential oil having a large spectrum antibacterial, antiparasitic, antifungal activity and/or a plant antipathogen, optionally at least one antibiotic and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is disclosed. Methods for treating infectious diseases and especially bacterial, parasitic, fungal and/or plant infectious by using this composition, encapsulated composition and/or nanoparticles are also disclosed.