Abstract: The present invention provides a method for treating breast cancer in a subject, which comprises administering to said subject an effective amount of an alcohol extract of dehulled adlay seeds. Preferably, an ethyl acetate sub-fraction of the alcohol extract of dehulled adlay seeds has a better effect in treating breast cancer.

Abstract: A range of concentrations exists in which fermentation inhibitors derived from pretreatment of lignocellulosic feed stocks inhibit growth of lactic acid bacteria without affecting fermentive yeast. By optimizing levels of fermentation inhibitors to fall within this range, yeast fermentations of lignocellulosic biomass can be conducted under non-sterile conditions with ethanol yields comparable to those achieved under sterile conditions. Optimised inhibitor levels can be achieved by controlling the water/biomass ratio of a lignocellulosic biomass during and after pretreatment, for example by washing the fiber fraction of a previously pretreated lignocellulosic biomass with a pre-defined amount of fresh water or recycled process solutions. Crude extracts of liquid fraction or process solutions from pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass can also provide an effective anti-bacterial treatment for first generation starch fermentations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a composition comprising at least one peptidic fava bean extract as an active agent capable of limiting hair loss, and/or stimulating its growth. Moreover, the composition is intended, on one hand, to modulate the Clock, Perl and Bmal1 genes in the dermal papilla cells, and, on the other hand, to restore the circadian rhythm and resynchronize the biological clock of said cells. Finally, the present invention relates to several methods of non-therapeutic cosmetic treatment using said composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to an extract of aerial parts of Maca rich in polyphenols, and also to a composition comprising such an extract and, where appropriate, a suitable excipient. The invention also relates to a process for extracting an extract of aerial parts of Maca rich in polyphenols, and also to the extract that can be obtained by means of said process. The invention also relates to such a composition or such an extract for use thereof in preventing or treating disorders or pathological conditions of the skin, the mucous membranes or the superficial body growths and/or for use thereof in preventing and/or treating vascular disorders. Finally, the invention relates to a cosmetic care process for the skin, the superficial body growths or the mucous membranes, with a view to improving the condition thereof or the appearance thereof, which comprises the administration of such a composition or of such an extract.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel use of rice, rice bran or rice hull extract as a histamine receptor antagonist. The rice, rice bran or rice hull extract may be used as a natural antihistamine to prevent or treat allergic rhinitis, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, bronchitis, nausea, gastric and duodenal ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease, sleep disorder, anxiety and depression. It provides comparable or better effect of decreasing sleep latency, increasing sleep duration and increasing non-REM sleep as compared to diazepam, which is currently used as sleeping drug. Derived from the natural product rice, rice bran or rice hull, it has no side effect such as cognitive impairment, resistance or dependency even after long-term use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbal compositions for the treatment and/or prevention of anxiety disorders or stress. These compositions comprise hawthorn fruit (Shan Zha), light wheat grain (Fu xiao mai) and Lilly Bulb (bai hi) in amounts which are effective to treat anxiety conditions. The compositions may further comprise Chinese date (Da zao).

Abstract: A composition which is fatal and repellant to pests such as spiders, insect, and mold is disclosed. In concentrate form, the composition includes from about 1 to about 50 percent, by weight, of at least one surfactant; from about 1 to about 50 percent, by weight, of at least one essential oil; optionally, from about 2 to about 50 percent, by weight, of at least one carboxylic acid having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms and optionally from about 5 to about 50 percent, by weight, of at least one alcohol having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, wherein all percentages are based on the concentrate in undiluted form. The concentrate may also be diluted with a solvent prior to use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to deodorants and other body care products comprising a CO2 extract of the hops plant having bacteriocide/bacteriostat properties wherein the CO2 extract has a very low level of essential hops oils.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for treating gastric ulcer and/or stomach cancer in a subject, which comprises administering to said subject an effective amount of an alcohol extract of dehulled adlay seeds. Preferably, an ethyl acetate sub-fraction of the alcohol extract of dehulled adlay seeds has a better effect in treating gastric ulcer and/or stomach cancer.

Abstract: A method is provided for preparing a raw material for functional foods from vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds, plumules cultured the vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds, or a material resulting from the fermentation of the vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds with lactic acid bacteria.

Abstract: A hair growth stimulant is provided. The hair growth stimulant uses carbonized chestnut burrs that exhibit excellent stimulatory effects on hair restoration and hair growth effects without causing side effect and toxicity. The hair growth stimulant exhibits excellent stimulatory effects on hair restoration without causing any side effect and toxicity in humans and stimulates hair roots to greatly contribute to hair growth. Therefore, the hair growth stimulant is effective in preventing hair loss and grayness. In addition, the hair growth stimulant is formulated into a cream or ointment preparation, which is highly effective in promoting the restoration of hair, to considerably shorten the time required for the treatment of hair loss. Furthermore, the hair growth stimulant uses vegetable ingredients only, thus causing no side effect in humans. Moreover, the hair growth stimulant is softly applicable to the scalp, thus offering convenience in use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising plants and extracts of plants with chlorogenic acids and antioxidants and/or caffeine; methods for preparing the same; and methods to promote weight loss through the administration of compositions containing these plants and plant extracts in specific proportions.

Abstract: Antioxidant skin care composition comprising at least two antioxidant components one of which is a solid coffee extract antioxidant, which exhibits a synergistically increased antioxidant potency as measured by ORACsc compared to the antioxidant potency of antioxidant skin care compositions which do not contain at least two antioxidant components one of which is a solid coffee extract antioxidant. The skin care compositions are particularly suited for use in the treatment of wrinkles, pigmentation effects caused by sun damage and redness in the skin.

Abstract: A growing medium for use in plugging pest orifices includes a bulking agent and a water-retentive polymer blended together and compressed at a volume-to-volume ratio greater than 3:1, wherein the growing medium is at least 50% superabsorbing polymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a substance which can modulate expression of a Bmal gene effectively and with a wide range of application. Provided is an expression modulator for the Bmal gene comprising, as an active ingredient, one or more selected from the group consisting of hinoki cypress extract, chlorella extract, hop extract, Zanthoxylum extract, juniper oil, lavender oil, eucalyptus oil, olibanum, cypress oil, palmarosa oil, pineneedle oil, rose oil, ylang-ylang oil, elemi oil, petitgrain oil, pepper oil, thyme oil and chamomile oil.

Abstract: This invention describes an agent for cutaneous photoprotection against UVA (I and II) and UVB radiation that contains an aqueous extract obtained from a plant in the Gramineae family from the Antarctic Continent (Deschampsia Antarctica), which presents both antioxidant and dissipation of excess UV radiation properties.

Abstract: A method is provided for preparing a raw material for functional foods from vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds, plumules cultured the vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds, or a material resulting from the fermentation of the vernalized, pre-germinated barley or wheat seeds with lactic acid bacteria.

Abstract: A method for treating periodontal disease, which comprises administering an effective amount of a composition to one in need of treatment of periodontal disease, the composition comprising a Sasa extract and an organic acid.

Abstract: Providing a new method of treating inflammatory gastrointestinal disorders and a food product for the prevention or improvement of inflammatory gastrointestinal disorders. Prevention or treatment of inflammatory gastrointestinal disorders is possible by oral administration of recombinant IL-10 expressed in rice plant seeds.

Abstract: Nose ointment for the prophylaxis of inhalation allergic reactions comprising at least one mixture of saturated hydrocarbons characterized in that the at least one mixture of saturated hydrocarbons has a viscosity by the DIN 51 562 method of >6 mm2/s (100° C.).

Abstract: The present invention comprises a bio-polymer based solid for the sustained release of an active agent into the air consisting of: a) a primary starched—based polymer; b) a secondary polyether block amide polymer, and: c) a filler component. d) one or more active oils The active oils can be one or more fragrances so as to provide an air freshening composition, a flavor to create a certain aromatic environment or a repellant such as insect repellants for the elimination of mosquitoes and the like. Animal repellants may be incorporated to ward off unwanted pets and wildlife outside the home and attractants may also be utilized in the production of fishing lures and the like.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a topical composition that contains (a) a plant meristem conditioned nutrient medium derived from the plants of the genus Oryza; (b) a preservative present at an amount sufficient to provide sterilizing or biostatic efficacy with respect to component (a); and (c) a dermatologically acceptable vehicle. When topically applied to mammalian cells, the composition of the invention can influence the epigenetic methylation of the DNA such that the methylation state is modulated to have more characteristics and patterns of the epigenetic state of younger cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an herbal tea without excipient used as milk supplement. The herbal tea comprises the following medicinal materials: Raw Semen Coicis, Herba Lophatheri, Setaria Italica, Prepared Semen Coicis, Fructus Hordei Germinatus, Fructus Setariae Germinatus, Medulla Junci and Triticum Aestivum, wherein the Triticum Aestivum is used as a forming agent in the herbal tea. The method of preparing the herbal tea comprises the following steps: (a) weighing the medicinal materials according to the formula of herbal tea; (b) mixing the medicinal materials except for Triticum Aestivum together, decocting the resulting mixture with water 1-3 time(s), each time lasting for 0.5-2 hours, then combining the decoctions obtained from each time, filtering, and concentrating the resulting filtrate into a concentrated solution with relative density of 1.0-1.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to pesticidal compositions and to methods for controlling pests such as insects and other arthropods. More particularly, the disclosure relates to pesticidal compositions containing mineral oil and one or more additional components which, when used in combination, act synergistically to control insect and pest populations.

Abstract: A composition for promoting plant growth includes sulfur, soybean oil, and an emulsifier of a fatty acid and a saponifying aqueous base together forming an emulsion, or a soap or a detergent acting as an emulsifier. Regardless of the form of the emulsifier, a composition as applied to vegetation which has a basic pH of between 7.5 and 11 appears to improve efficacy. Specific aqueous compositions as applied for promoting plant growth include 0.05 to 2 total weight percent sulfur, 0.05 to 2 total weight percent soybean oil, 0.05 to 2 total weight percent fatty acid and an aqueous base present to provide a basic pH of between 7.5 and 11. A concentrate for the composition which upon dilution with water is well suited for spraying and promotion of plant growth is provided. Another specific composition for promoting plant growth consists of 0.05 to 2 total weight percent sulfur, 0.05 to 2 total weight percent soybean oil, an aqueous base present to yield an as applied pH of 7.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of treating a condition associated with elevated cholesterol levels are provided, comprising administering to a mammal in need of such treatment a safe and effective amount of a cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitor and a soluble fiber. Further disclosed herein are kits comprising a first composition comprising a cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitor selected from the group consisting of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, HMG CoA synthase inhibitors, and mixtures thereof; and a second composition comprising a soluble fiber. Even further described are compositions comprising a cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitor selected from the group consisting of HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, HMG CoA synthase inhibitors, and mixtures thereof; and a soluble fiber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to composition containing sialic acids or precursors, and their use to improve performance-related and social parameters in mammals, particularly humans and horses. The daily dosage is preferably selected from the group consisting of 1 microgram to 100 mg/day, 100 microgram to 20 mg/day, and 200 microgram to 10 mg/day.

Abstract: The invention is an organic pesticide 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 on plants for pest control.

Abstract: This invention provides a method of using red yeast rice fermented product to treat a subject having a disease caused by dengue virus. In one embodiment, the red yeast rice is prepared with the yeast Monascus purpureus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to multi purpose herbal cattle feed supplement compositions for enhancing the productivity and quality of milk by improved bioavailability/bioenhancing of nutrients. The herbal composition comprises an effective amount of an extract and/or at least one bioactive fraction or powder from herbs such as Asparagus, Withania, Lepidium, Bacopa, Nardostachys, Vetiveria, Pueraria, Emblica, Tinospora etc.; one or more additive selected from Probiotics, decorticated cotton seed extract (DCC), chelated mineral mixture, mineral nutrients, dicalcium phosphate (DCP), dolomite, calcite, vitamins and amino acids to obtain the herbal feed supplement compositions.

Abstract: Provided are more effective cell-proliferating and tissue-repairing agents derived from rice containing, as an active ingredient, an internal solution produced by the dialysis of a water-treated product of a raw rice material essentially including a white rice fraction with an 8K dialysis membrane.

Abstract: Nutritionally enhanced nutraceutical Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Rice Bran Fractions from rice bran are provided, as well as a method of using the same to reduce Insulin Resistance in animals, especially humans with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes or others with symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome. Provided in various example embodiments are mixtures of elevated levels of nutraceutical compounds, including but not limited to gamma-oryzanol, inositol, ferulic acid, tocotrienols and phytosterols and pharmaceutical and nutritional compositions thereof. Steps are provided including evaluating insulin resistance parameters, initiating therapy including providing therapeutic amounts of Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Rice Bran Fractions from rice bran to treat pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes or others with symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome, managing compliance with the therapy, and monitoring and reevaluating the therapy.

Abstract: A method of cosmetic care comprising activating capsase-14 expression in skin deficient in caspase-14 expression by applying, on at least one skin zone in need thereof, an effective amount of a plant extract selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof, to activate caspase-14 expression in said skin.

Abstract: A method for treating human skin comprising the steps of a) identifying a subject deficient in caspase-14; wherein the caspase-14 deficiency is identified by the presence of a skin condition selected from the group consisting of eczema, xerotic skin, and skin dryness in at least one skin zone of the subject; and b) activating caspase-14 in human skin by administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising one or more extracts selected from the group consisting of litchi, glasswort, peach, soja seed, sweet basil, cucumber, chanterelle, leek, kiwi fruit, rhubarb, grapefruit, wheat, raspberry, plum, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Compositions are disclosed which have as a component thereof an inhibitor of the enzymatic production of 3-deoxyglucosone (3DG) from fructoselysine and/or an inactivator of 3DG, and which are useful for the treatment or prophylaxis of a condition or disease state that is alleviated by inhibiting such 3DG production. Methods of using such compositions, e.g., for improving the appearance, texture and/or elasticity of aging skin, are also disclosed.

Abstract: An extraction method for extracts of Geranium or Pelargonium with improved methylhexaneamine content is provided. The method involves separating the oil phase from the aqueous phase; concentrating the aqueous phase; purifying the oil phase; and recombining the resulting material. Additionally, extracts of Geranium or Pelargonium prepared by the extraction method are provided. The extracts are useful in compositions, for example as dietary supplements, and for appetite suppression.

Abstract: An environmentally safe rodent control composition for exterminating rodents such as mice and rats without the use of chemicals. The rodent control composition generally includes an attractant base, a digestive upset catalyst such as oleander leaves, a coma catalyst such as lily flowers, a paralysis catalyst such as water hemlock roots and a cardiac arrest catalyst such as lily of valley berries. The attractant base is generally comprised of materials which attract a rodent to the present invention and encourage a rodent to ingest the same. The attractant base may be comprised of such materials as peanut butter, mixed bird seed, mixed grains and the like. A rodent will generally die within 12-36 hours after ingestion of the present composition, which does not include any chemicals or additives which are damaging to the environment.

Abstract: A nutritional composition for reducing oxidative damage and lipid peroxidation in humans, while allowing for the oxidative reactions necessary to sustain vital biological functions. The nutritional compositions comprise adaptogens comprising astragalus root, ashwagandha root, cordyceps, holy basil leaf, maca root, reishi mushrooms, schisandra, and suma root; superfoods comprising acerola, camu-camu, pomegranate, bilberry, blueberry, Goji berries, Acai, maitake, citrus bioflavonoids, rose hips, and Gingko biloba; probiotics comprising Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus casei, and Streptococcus thermophilus; and enzymes comprising amylase, papain, cellulase, lactase, lipase, protease, and bromelain. The nutritional compositions may also be provided as a meal replacement and further comprise one or more plant products, algae, vitamins, minerals, protein and methylsulfonylmethane (MSM).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising of plant extract as an active component, specifically, Bamboo extract and Scutellaria extract, for the treatment and prevention of atopic dermatitis. The present invention is a natural ingredient obtained from a plant. The present invention can control immune responses by inhibiting the release of histamine and leukotrien, and thus, has effect in the treatment or prevention of allergic diseases, inflammatory diseases and skin diseases, specifically atopic dermatitis. The present invention has been proven safe and beneficial effecting the treatment of atopic dermatitis through clinical trials, and thus, can be used for the treatment and prevention of atopic dermatitis.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing heavy metal detoxification are described. The compositions and methods described provide enhanced activity of key detoxification systems including that the induction of phase II detoxification enzymes, such as glutathione S-transferases (GSTs), and NADPH quinone reductase (NQO1) activity.

Abstract: According to this invention, plants of the genus Triodia are harvested for use as a renewable energy source or as a means of carbon sequestration. Triodia is a hummock-forming grass endemic to Australia, commonly known as spinifex. It is an abundant perennial plant which grows in semi-arid and arid regions. The novel use of Triodia as a biofuel feedstock has many advantages over the prior art. Being perennial, there is no need to plant and fertilise crops. The plants can be continuously harvested without damaging the soil. Triodia grows well with even small amounts of natural rainfall.

Abstract: Compositions and methods of preparing and using such compositions to treat the symptoms of herpes virus.

Abstract: The present invention concerns the use of a rice protein hydrolysate in order to pigment the skin and skin appendages. Thus, it is possible to intensify the normal pigmentation of the skin without sunlight. Preferred areas of applications are repigmentation of white patches of the skin, repigmentation of white patches of the skin as a consequence of pityriasis or due to the use of dermocorticoids; acceleration and intensification of the tanning process, stimulation of the constitutive photoprotection and improvement of the phototype, prevention of skin photocarcinogenesis. Advantageously, the rice protein hydrolysate comprises peptides of which at least 50% have a molecular mass in the range of between 300 and 3,500 Da.

Abstract: Fat compositions that contain a vegetable oil and a plant-derived wax component are described. Food and cosmetic products containing such fat compositions also are described.

Abstract: Medicaments and therapeutic compositions comprise (1) at least one polyunsaturated fatty acid, at least one pharmaceutically acceptable derivative of a polyunsaturated fatty acid or mixtures thereof and (2) Red Yeast Rice extract comprising about 0.8 wt.% or more monacolin K. One source of component (1) is fish oil. The compositions are useful for lowering cholesterol and/or triglyceride levels in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising a starch or total dietary fiber which improves the cell viability, specifically, the inventive starch and total dietary fiber isolated from the extract of Gramineae plant and the components therefrom improved the cell viability when the cells were incubated under hypoxic condition, or in the presence of beta-amyloid and 6-hydroxydopamine treatment, as well as prevented and treated myocardiac infarction, cerebral infarction and vascular dementia, or alleviated memory loss, all of which were proven using rats as the respective animal models. Therefore, they can be used as therapeutics or health care food for preventing and treating ischemic diseases or degenerative brain diseases.

Abstract: The present inventions relate to a number of fields including wound healing, a waterless antibacterial disinfectant, a surgical scrub, insect repellant, and methods of treating traumatic injuries, particularly those on the battlefield where there is a need to stabilize the patient and prevent infection.

Abstract: The invention relates to grass pollen extracts containing reduced amount of flavonoid glycosides in order to minimize the risks of genotoxicity of the grass pollen extracts. The invention also relates to a method of preparing grass pollen extracts containing reduced amount of flavonoid glycosides by ultrafiltration. Flavonoid glycosides are naturally present in grass pollen extracts and they have been identified as being responsible for the formation of flavonoid aglycones, which are genotoxic in vitro, under the influence of enzymes contained in the grass pollen extracts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of at least one antibody and/or one inhibitor for inhibiting factor XII and preventing the formation and/or the stabilization of three dimensional thrombi. It also relates to a pharmaceutical formulation and the use of factor XII as an anti-thrombotic target.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for taking dietary fibers, which comprises 1 to 50% by weight, on the basis of the whole composition, of dietary fibers composed of water-soluble and hardly fermentable dietary fiber and water-soluble and fermentable dietary fiber, wherein the water-soluble and fermentable dietary fiber is contained in a proportion of 0.1 to 3 parts by weight per part by weight of the water-soluble and hardly fermentable dietary fiber. The composition remarkably ameliorates not only bowel movement frequency but also full consciousness, feeling of unsatisfied defecation, etc. and is hence useful as food for ameliorating bowel movement.