Containing Or Obtained From Gramineae (e.g., Bamboo, Corn, Or Grasses Such As Grain Products Including Wheat, Rice, Rye, Barley, Oat, Etc.) Patents (Class 424/750)
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Patent number: 6475532Abstract: Disclosed is a calcium channel antagonist effective as a single substance for attaining dual purposes of inhibiting secretion of parathyroid hormones and of promoting absorption and utilization of calcium in human body as well as a process for preparing the calcium channel antagonist. According to the present invention the calcium channel antagonist is prepared by baking a calciferous material of plant origin at a temperature of 500-1000° C. under reduce pressure or vacuum and extracting the baked material with and acidic substance. The calcium channel antagonist may be incorporated with a conventional calcium preparations to enhance bioavailability of calcium. Further, the calcium channel antagonist of the present invention may be processed to calcium preparations in the form of porous granules.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2000Date of Patent: November 5, 2002Assignee: Fujix Inc.Inventors: Ranko Inoue, Takeshi Inoue, Takuo Fujita, Yoshihisa Kudoh, Seiichi Yamagiwa
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Patent number: 6475533Abstract: There is provided a substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers. There are also provided a pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active ingredient said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, and a food composition comprising said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, as well as uses of said substance.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2001Date of Patent: November 5, 2002Assignee: Kirin Beer Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Osamu Kanauchi, Kazue Agata
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Patent number: 6475513Abstract: A skin-care pouch includes a sealed enclosure storing therein a number of carbide aggregations including carbides in the form of small pieces, granules or particles, water-absorbent shape-keeping agent which is gelled by absorbing water upon contact therewith and so on. The sealed enclosure in the form of a bag is formed of a fabric capable of permeating water and the carbides therethrough to be placed into contact with a desired portion of skin where care or treatment thereof is desired.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2001Date of Patent: November 5, 2002Inventor: Kiyoshi Yamada
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Publication number: 20020155182Abstract: A beverage including an extract from Chia seed, water, sweetener and a preservative. The sweetener is selected from the group consisting of: maple syrup; corn syrup; fruit juice; honey; sucrose syrup; and glucose-fructose syrup. The Chia seed extract forms a gel in the digestive tract to slow the absorption of carbohydrates, namely sugars into the blood stream to maintain normal blood sugar levels in the beverage consumer.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2002Publication date: October 24, 2002Inventor: David Belna
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Patent number: 6464991Abstract: Novel oat-lipid based derivatives, surfactants and emollients are disclosed, as well as their use in the production of surface active derivatives or non-surface active esters, and ester emollients. The surfactants and fatty derivatives are useful as emollients, dispersants, emulsifiers, and conditioners for hair care and skin care products. For example, derivatives such as amides of oat fatty triglycerides (“OFTG”)/Monoethanolamine; Acyl Amidopropyl Dimethyl Amines of OFTG as Cationic Surfactants; Betaines based on OFTG; Esters of OFTG based Fatty Acids and Isostearyl Alcohol; Quaternaries based on OFTG based Amido-propyl Dimethyl Amine; Sulfosuccinamates based on OFTG—MEA Amides; and Sulfosuccinamates based on OFTG—Iso Propanolamines have been prepared. Derivatives may also include those involving other reactive groups known to those skilled in the art.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2000Date of Patent: October 15, 2002Assignee: Finetex, Inc.Inventors: Ismail I. Walele, Samad A. Syed
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Publication number: 20020146472Abstract: Compositions and methods for preventing and treating disease are provided. The compositions are extracts of black tea that include a mixture of theaflavin-3-gallate and theaflavin-3′-gallate.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2001Publication date: October 10, 2002Inventors: Kuang Yu Chen, Chi-Tang Ho, Robert T. Rosen, Geetha Ghai
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Patent number: 6458378Abstract: A composition and process of using it are provided to improve glucose and insulin metabolism in companion animals by controlling the postprandial glycemic and/or insulin response in those animals. The composition includes a source of protein, a source of fat, and a source of carbohydrates from a multiple grain source containing a blend of sorghum and barley; a blend of corn and barley; or a blend of corn, sorghum and barley.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 1999Date of Patent: October 1, 2002Assignee: The Iams CompanyInventor: Gregory D. Sunvold
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Publication number: 20020136778Abstract: Improved feed compositions for lactating ruminants are provided that employ a high quality inedible egg product to increase the butterfat content and the milk protein content of the ruminant's milk. These improved compositions include one or more high quality inedible egg products in an amount from about 1% to 100% of the total weight of the composition. The balance of these improved compositions may consist of any ingredient(s) in any combination when such composition is capable of meeting or exceeding the nutritional requirements of the species to be fed. One aspect of the present invention provides a method for producing a high quality inedible egg product. In another aspect of the invention, there are provided feedstuff compositions for lactating ruminants that may be adapted to various stages of lactation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2001Publication date: September 26, 2002Inventors: Robert M. Claycamp, Robin L. Hayes
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Fagopyrum cymosum (Trev.) Meisn composition, method to prepare and analyze the same and uses thereof
Patent number: 6451353Abstract: This invention provides different compositions extracted from Fagopyrum cymosum (Trev.) Meisn. Said compositions comprise active components for therapeutic applications. This invention also provides a method of preparation of the compositions and a method of identification and determination of individual components of said compositions. Finally, this invention provides various uses of the compositions.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 1998Date of Patent: September 17, 2002Inventors: Han Pei, Guo Qiyu, Chen Bo, Zhu Hongwu -
Patent number: 6451354Abstract: A salt-spice-herbal composition known as Amrita Bindu that is clinically useful for reducing IgE production and treating secondary allergic responses is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2000Date of Patent: September 17, 2002Assignee: Pharma Terra, Inc.Inventors: Rolland Hebert, Edayatimangalam Raja Bhavani Shanmugasundaram, Kalathkal Radha Shanmugasundaram
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Patent number: 6451844Abstract: The use of menthyl 2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate as an insect repellent, usually by application to a substrate or into an air space. The menthyl 2-pyrrolidone-5-arboxylate can be used as a composition, which may be perfumed. A useful composition comprises a mixture of menthyl 2-pyrrolidone-5-arboxylate and a known insect repellent or a compound shown to be an effective insect repellent on a test described herein.Type: GrantFiled: March 16, 2001Date of Patent: September 17, 2002Assignee: Quest International BVInventors: Stephen D Watkins, Maxine J Hills, Richard A Birch
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Publication number: 20020119207Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for decreasing the infectivity, morbidity, and rate of mortality associated with a variety of pathogenic organisms and viruses. The present invention also relates to methods and compositions for decontaminating areas colonized or otherwise infected by pathogenic organisms and viruses. Moreover, the present invention relates to methods and compositions for decreasing the infectivity of pathogenic organisms in foodstuffs.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2001Publication date: August 29, 2002Applicant: The Regent of the University of MichiganInventors: James R. Baker, Tarek Hamouda, Amy Shih, Andrzej Myc
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Patent number: 6440469Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a method of producing plant proteins for use in nutritional products that have reduced levels of phytoestrogens, manganese or nucleotides. More specifically, this invention is directed to a method of using ion exchange technology to remove phytoestrogens, manganese or nucleotides from plant proteins. This invention is also directed to the plant protein product resulting from the inventive process and to nutritional products that use the plant protein product as a source of amino nitrogen.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 1999Date of Patent: August 27, 2002Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: John D. Suh, Karin M. Ostrom, Louis I. Ndife, Paul S. Anloague, James N. Chmura, Andre Daab-Krzykowski, Paul W. Johns, Diane M. Garcia, Terrence B. Mazer, Fu-i Mei
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Patent number: 6436342Abstract: The present invention relates to the disinfection of surfaces with a liquid disinfecting composition including hydrogen peroxide, an antimicrobial essential oil, and a surfactant system.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 1999Date of Patent: August 20, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Marco Petri, Marina Trani
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Publication number: 20020110607Abstract: The present invention includes methods for the treatment and/or prevention of hair loss and methods for the regeneration or restoration of hair growth comprising a step of identifying an individual suffering from or susceptible to hair loss or hair thinning or in need of hair regeneration, and a step of administering an extract of the root of a Vetiver grass. Preferably, the extract is an aqueous extract and is administered topically. Also preferably, the Vetiver grass is a subspecies of Vetiveria zizanioides, and is most preferably Vetiveria zizanioides (L.) Nash. The present invention also provides a composition, preferably in the from of a lotion, gel, cream, or other suspension, and a distinct chemical compound or class of chemical compounds therein, effective in restoring hair growth, preventing hair loss, and/or reversing the effects of hair thinning.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2002Publication date: August 15, 2002Inventors: Sandra Porras, Francisco Grippa Jochamowitz
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Patent number: 6423309Abstract: A processed food excellent for activating superoxidase dismutase is disclosed. The food contains 30 to 70% by weight of barley, wheat, rye or oats; 1 to 50% by weight of water soluble dietary fibers; 1 to 10% by weight of oligosaccharides; 0.5 to 5% by weight of powdered lactic acid bacteria and 5 to 15% by weight of powdered green tea. A method of making the food and a method for activating superoxide dismutase using the food is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2001Date of Patent: July 23, 2002Assignee: Toyo Shinyaku Co., Ltd.Inventors: Shinji Tsusaki, Kinya Takagaki
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Patent number: 6416788Abstract: A composition containing enhanced colloidal oatmeal which utilizes other avena sativa ingredients to neutralize the discomfort, irritation and inflammation of the skin, as well as maintaining normal skin, and can be used to treat many types of discomforts, including itching; due to poison ivy, oak and sumac, insect bites, sunburn, chicken pox, hives, prickly heat, chafing, and the like while maintaining the normal pH of the skin.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2001Date of Patent: July 9, 2002Inventor: Teresa Leigh Barr
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Publication number: 20020086069Abstract: A method for reducing mammalian serum total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, apolipoprotein B and triglyceride levels, by ingesting a stabilized rice bran derivative selected from the group consisting of an enzyme treated stabilized rice bran, an insolubilized fraction and mixtures thereof, thereby reducing serum total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, apolipoprotein B and triglyceride levels in said mammal.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 16, 2001Publication date: July 4, 2002Inventors: Patricia McPeak, Rukmini Cheruvanky, Reddy Sastry V. Cherukuri, Ike Lynch, Asaf A. Qureshi
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Publication number: 20020076451Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a very effective health food exhibiting the effect near that which has been already achieved by the traditional Chinese medical science. The present invention relates to a health food product comprising cholic acid, especially to a health food product comprising cholic acid and isoflavone and/or isoflavone glycoside.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2001Publication date: June 20, 2002Applicant: DAICHO KIKAKU INCORPORATED COMPANYInventor: Takao Daicho
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Publication number: 20020071846Abstract: The present invention provides novel adjuvants which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides vaccine formulations comprising oil bodies and an antigen and methods for preparing the vaccines and the use of the vaccines to elicit an immune response.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2001Publication date: June 13, 2002Inventors: Harm M. Deckers, Gijs Van Rooijen, Joseph Boothe, Janis Goll, Maurice M. Moloney, Anthony B. Schryvers, Joenel Alcantara, Wendy A. Hutchins
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Publication number: 20020064570Abstract: There is provided a substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers. There are also provided a pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active ingredient said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, and a food composition comprising said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, as well as uses of said substance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2001Publication date: May 30, 2002Inventors: Osamu Kanauchi, Kazue Agata
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Patent number: 6395310Abstract: A composition used to treat diabetes is disclosed. The composition is made by first, mixing an isolated embryo bud and isolated seed coat from rice with a fruit body of Ganoderma lucidum to form a mixture. Next, the mixture is fermented with an Aspergillus oryzae strain to produce a resulting fermentate. Then, the resulting fermentate is dried to produce a dried fermentate. Next, the dried fermentate is crushed into a fine powder and lastly, the powder is mixed with vitamin B to form the composition.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2001Date of Patent: May 28, 2002Assignee: Kabushiki Kaisha Genmai KosoInventor: Teruaki Iwasaki
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Publication number: 20020058076Abstract: A process for obtaining an active principle with firming effect for the skin, obtained from wheat protein, provided to counter the aging of the skin includes in succession the following steps:Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2002Publication date: May 16, 2002Applicant: S.A. Societe Industrielle Limousine D'applicationInventor: Jean-Jacques Paufique
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Patent number: 6387417Abstract: The present invention provides a method of sterilizing VRE using a composition which contains hinokitiol, a metal complex thereof or their salt as an effective component, and aloe extract and the like extracts as preferably used. The composition is administered to an animal infected with VRE, or a site contaminated with VRE.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2000Date of Patent: May 14, 2002Inventor: Kazuo Iwai
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Publication number: 20020051804Abstract: The invention is organic pesticides made from components of hop extract by preparing stable aqueous emulsions of hop acids and other hop extract components. The hop acids and other hop extract components are suspended as stable, colloidal preparations in water, which can be sprayed directly on plants for pest control.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2000Publication date: May 2, 2002Inventors: Gene Probasco, Mark M. Bossert, David W. Hysert
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Patent number: 6379717Abstract: Young leaves of a grass plant selected from the group consisting of barley, wheat, rye, oats, adlay, Italian ryegrass, and rice, having &ggr;-aminobutyric acid, known as an antihypertensive substance, in which the amount of &ggr;-aminobutyric acid is enriched or retained, are provided. The content of &ggr;-aminobutyric acid in the young leaves is 500 mg/100 g or more in terms of dry weight. Young leaf powder, young leaf juice, and young leaf juice powder of the grass plant having &ggr;-aminobutyric acid in large amounts are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2000Date of Patent: April 30, 2002Assignee: Toyo Shinyaku Co., Ltd.Inventor: Toshimitsu Hattori
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Patent number: 6375948Abstract: The present invention relates to a treating method for hair growth inhibition, which comprises administering (A) the extract of a plant of the family Juniperus or a malt. In addition, the present invention relates to a dermatologic composition for external use, which comprises (B) an elastase inhibitor or neutral endopeptidase inhibitor, and the above-described component (A) and/or (C) at least one proteolytic enzyme selected from the group consisting of papain, trypsin, chymotrypsin, pepsin, bromelain, ficin and pancreatin.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2000Date of Patent: April 23, 2002Assignee: Kao CorporationInventors: Naoko Tsuji, Shigeru Moriwaki, Atsushi Ohuchi, Yasuto Suzuki
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Publication number: 20020041883Abstract: Cosmetic methods and compositions for conditioning human skin by topical application to the skin of cosmetic compositions containing red yeast rice extract. Cosmetic compositions containing red yeast rice extract in combination with ascorbyl palmitate, or sodium ascorbyl phosphate, or retinol, or retinyl ester are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2000Publication date: April 11, 2002Inventors: Thomas Eugene Januario, Uma Santhanam, Sreekumar Pillai, Manisha Narayan Mahajan, John Steven Bajor
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Patent number: 6368579Abstract: A composition containing enhanced colloidal oatmeal which utilizes other avena sativa ingredients to neutralize the discomfort, irritation and inflammation of the skin, as well as maintaining normal skin, and can be used to treat many types of discomforts, including itching; due to poison ivy, oak and sumac, insect bites, sunburn, chicken pox, hives, prickly heat, chafing, and the like while maintaining the normal pH of the skin.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2001Date of Patent: April 9, 2002Inventor: Teresa Leigh Barr
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Publication number: 20020037331Abstract: The present invention relates to physiologically active materials separated from the cereals and manufacturing method thereof. Physiologically active materials such as ferulic acid and arabinoxylan present in cereal brans were separated by the extrusion process and the subsequent treatment with plant cell wall hydrolyzing enzymes. This combined process of extrusion and enzyme treatments for cereal brans, compared to the individual treatment, significantly increased the separation efficiency of physiologically active materials in cereal brans, ferulic acid and arabinoxylan, which inherently exist as insoluble materials in the cell wall of cereal bran.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2001Publication date: March 28, 2002Inventors: Jaekwan Hwang, Bosun Park, Jungmi Yun
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Publication number: 20020032171Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for improved solubilization of triglycerides and improved delivery of therapeutic agents. Compositions of the present invention include a carrier, where the carrier is formed from a combination of a triglyceride and at least two surfactants, at least one of which is hydrophilic. Upon dilution with an aqueous medium, the carrier forms a clear, aqueous dispersion of the triglyceride and surfactants.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2001Publication date: March 14, 2002Inventors: Feng-Jing Chen, Mahesh V. Patel, David T. Fikstad
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Publication number: 20020031561Abstract: A composition and method for reducing cholesterol, facilitating weight loss and aiding in the maintenance of a stable weight in humans, wherein the composition includes at least one preferred embodiment comprising a mixture of oat bran generally in an amount of about 83% to 85% by weight, glucosamine HCL generally in an amount about 6% to 8% by weight, glucomannan generally in an amount of 5% to 6% by weight, an amount of apple pectin or other fruit or vegetable pectin generally in an amount of about 2% by weight. Stearic acid may also be included in the composition in an amount of generally about 1% to 2% by weight of the composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2001Publication date: March 14, 2002Inventors: Jose A. Diaz, Eduardo M. Naranjo
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Patent number: 6355278Abstract: A formulation for preventing or treating parturient hypocalcemia or milk fever comprises a solution of hydrochloric acid in water, soybean meal, additional feed components and minerals. The feed formulation is prepared by grinding soybean meal to a particle size of 1000 to 2000 microns. A hydrochloric acid solution and feedgrade limestone are blended into the meal to produce the formulation.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1999Date of Patent: March 12, 2002Assignee: West Central CooperativeInventors: William D. Stidham, Donald W. Seaman, Myron F. Danzer, James P. Henry
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Patent number: 6355264Abstract: A novel insect repellent composition is provided that contains about 0.8 wt % to about 0.12 wt % oil of citronella, about 20 wt % to about 40 wt % emollient, and up to about 15 wt % C12 to C15 alkyl benzoate in an alcohol-containing vehicle suitable for topical application. The insect repellent compound may also contain a sunscreen and/or an ingredient that provides the insect repellent composition with water resistant/waterproof properties.Type: GrantFiled: March 20, 1998Date of Patent: March 12, 2002Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Mark Steven Garrison, Robert Edward Kalafsky
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Patent number: 6348221Abstract: There is provided a substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers. There are also provided a pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active ingredient said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, and a food composition comprising said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, as well as uses of said substance.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 1998Date of Patent: February 19, 2002Assignee: Kirin Beer Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Osamu Kanauchi, Kazue Agata
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Publication number: 20020018772Abstract: An improved soft gelatin formulation and process methodology that increases single Coenzyme Q10 molecules presented to the absorption channels of the small intestines by providing medium chain triglycerides, Vitamin E and natural beta carotene to Coenzyme Q10 in a soft gel capsule to increase the absorption thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2001Publication date: February 14, 2002Inventors: Ronald G. Udell, Siva P. Hari
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Patent number: 6342255Abstract: Topical pharmaceutical compositions, containing as active ingredient a mixture of pollen extracts and vegetable oil unsaponifiables, useful for the treatment of cutaneous or circulatory pathologies on inflammatory, immune, proliferative or degenerative basis.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2000Date of Patent: January 29, 2002Assignee: Codex V s.r.l.Inventor: Chiara De Gregorio
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Publication number: 20020009504Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating eye discomfort are provided. The compositions comprise singly or in combination herbals, natural nutritional supplements, minerals and vitamins. Methods of making these compositions are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2001Publication date: January 24, 2002Inventor: Yuanjin Tao
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Publication number: 20020006424Abstract: This invention provides a pest repellent of the type which is not only applied to the skin directly but capable of preventing harm from the noxious insects, especially bloodsuckers such as mosquitoes and flies, by inhibiting them from entering the inside of the dwelling. The pest repellent is characterized in that it contains hyssop oil as an active ingredient.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 1998Publication date: January 17, 2002Inventors: KEISUKE WATANABE, TAKAO ISHIWATARI
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Publication number: 20010055628Abstract: The present invention is directed to a natural pesticide, which comprises two oil components. The first component is selected from at least one of the volatile oils and the other component is selected from at least one of the non-volatile oils. Mixing of these two oil components greatly increases the effectiveness for use as a pesticide than if the oils were used separately.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2001Publication date: December 27, 2001Inventors: Hsinhung John Hsu, Chun-Hua Chang
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Patent number: 6328998Abstract: The use of L-carnitine, some alkanoyl L-carnitines and the pharmacologically acceptable salts thereof in combination with long-chain alkanols such as polycosanols, or polycosanol-bearing natural products or extracts thereof for the prevention and treatment of diseases caused by abnormal lipid metabolism, such as atherosclerosis, hypercholesterolemia, cardiovascular disorders and peripheral diabetic neuropathy.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2000Date of Patent: December 11, 2001Assignee: Sigma-Tau Industrie Farmaceutiche Riunite S.p.A.Inventor: Claudio Cavazza
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Patent number: 6323338Abstract: An entirely aqueous method for concentrating beta-glucan from a beta-glucan source, such as milled cereal bran, grain or distiller's dried grain. The method comprises providing an alkaline aqueous extract of a beta-glucan source; acidifying or neutralizing the extract and heating the extract to between about 60° C. and 100° C.; cooling the extract, whereby a flocculate is formed; acidifing the cooled extract if the extract was neutralized; and removing the flocculate from the aqueous solution to form an intermediate solution. The intermediate solution may be subjected to ultrafiltration for further purification of beta-glucan, or may be evaporated, resulting in formation of a solid film enriched in beta-glucan. Beta-glucan has cholesterol-lowering properties and is a topical immunostimulant.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 1999Date of Patent: November 27, 2001Assignee: Nurture, Inc.Inventors: Richard C. Potter, Philip A. Fisher, Kirk R. Hash, Sr., John D. Neidt
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Patent number: 6316032Abstract: The present invention has for its object to provide a method for obtaining a barley malt oil abundantly containing ceramide derivatives of plant origin which is highly safe and gives a good image as a material in an efficient, simple and easy manner as well as to provide a barley malt oil which is obtained by such method above and is enriched in highly safe ceramide derivatives. The present invention provides a method for producing barley malt oil containing ceramide derivatives, comprising the steps of: dipping spent grains obtained in a process of beer production in a polar organic solvent as a dipping solution, separating an extract liquid from the dipping solution, and concentrating the extract liquid and also provides a barley malt oil containing ceramide derivatives obtainable by dipping spent grains obtained in a process of beer production in a polar organic solvent, separating an extract liquid from the resulting solution, and concentrating the extract liquid.Type: GrantFiled: August 23, 1999Date of Patent: November 13, 2001Assignee: Sapporo Breweries LimitedInventors: Hisao Kado, Fujio Kobayashi, Akira Hirota, Naoki Abe
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Patent number: 6312675Abstract: A hair cleanser of the following formula: 5.00 to 10.00% by weight aloe vera gel; 2.00 to 5.00% by weight glycerin; 1.00 to 3.00% by weight behentrimonium chloride; 1.00 to 3.00% by weight stearamidepropyl dimethyamine; 1.00 to 3.00% by weight cetyl alcohol; 1.00 to 3.00% by weight emulsifying wax; 0.10 to 1.00% by weight panthenol; 0.10 to 1.00% by weight trimethylsilylamodimethicone; 0.10 to 1.00% by weight hydrolyzed whole wheat protein 0.10 to 1.00% by weight PEG-60 almond glycerides; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight menthol; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight peppermint oil;; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight sweet almond oil; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight chamomile extract; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight cherry bark extract; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight calendula extract; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight rosemary extract; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight citric acid; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight methylchoroisothiazolinone and methyliosothiazolinone; 0.10 to 0.50% by weight fragrance; and water.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2000Date of Patent: November 6, 2001Inventor: Jeffrey Alan Deane
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Patent number: 6306344Abstract: The present invention provides a method for retaining or enriching &ggr;-aminobutyric acid in green grass leaves, which comprises the step of subjecting green grass leaves or processed products thereof to at least one treatment selected from the group consisting of incubation treatment, anaerobic treatment, and microwave treatment.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2000Date of Patent: October 23, 2001Assignee: Toyo Shinyaku Co., Ltd.Inventor: Toshimitsu Hattori
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Publication number: 20010031286Abstract: The present invention includes methods for the treatment and/or prevention of hair loss and methods for the regeneration or restoration of hair growth comprising a step of identifying an individual suffering from or susceptible to hair loss or hair thinning or in need of hair regeneration, and a step of administering an extract of the root of a Vetiver grass. Preferably, the extract is an aqueous extract and is administered topically. Also preferably, the Vetiver grass is a subspecies of Vetiveria zizanioides, and is most preferably Vetiveria zizanioides (L) Nash. The present invention also provides a composition, preferably in the from of a lotion, gel, cream, or other suspension, and a distinct chemical compound or class of chemical compounds therein, effective in restoring hair growth, preventing hair loss, and/or reversing the effects of hair thinning.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2001Publication date: October 18, 2001Inventors: Sandra Porras, Francisco Grippa Jochamowitz
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Publication number: 20010026810Abstract: A hydrogel wound dressing which is highly absorptive, contours to a wound site, and maintains the wound in a moist state to promote healing thereof. The hydrogel wound dressing may also contain additives to prevent bacterial and fungal infections and to control wound odor.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2001Publication date: October 4, 2001Inventors: Diane McGhee, Yeong Hua Huang, Stephen B. Earhart, William R. Fiehler
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Publication number: 20010019726Abstract: A compound for reducing the incidence of pseudofolliculitis combines a mild skin astringent, an oil based epidermal softener, and a hair stiffener. One embodiment of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient of the compound combines refined powdered oatmeal and emollient oil, such as mink oil and liquid vitamin A in a petroleum jelly base. The mixture is applied by being massaged into the skin prior to lathering and then again immediately after the rinsing of the face after shaving. Continual usage significantly reduces the eruption of pseudofolliculitis.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2001Publication date: September 6, 2001Inventor: John Campbell
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Patent number: 6284290Abstract: There is provided a substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers. There are also provided a pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active ingredient said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, and a food composition comprising said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, as well as uses of said substance.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 1999Date of Patent: September 4, 2001Assignee: Kirin Beer Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Osamu Kanauchi, Kazue Agata
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Publication number: 20010016214Abstract: There is provided a substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers. There are also provided a pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active ingredient said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, and a food composition comprising said substance which was isolated from the germinated seed of a grass family plant and which contains proteins and insoluble dietary fibers, as well as uses of said substance.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 9, 1999Publication date: August 23, 2001Inventors: OSAMU KANAUCHI, KAZUE AGATA