Containing Or Obtained From Allium (e.g., Onion, Garlic, Ramp, Chive, Scallion, Etc.) Patents (Class 424/754)
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Patent number: 8518459Abstract: This invention concerns a nutraceutical and/or food composition for regulating, among other things, lipid metabolism in humans and animals, and methods of use of said nutraceutical and/or food composition.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2010Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: Actigenomics S.A.Inventors: Walter Wahli, Marie Françoise Yvonne Bourgeois-Lugand, Bernadette Husson-Robert, Gilles Didier Parisot
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Patent number: 8445033Abstract: The invention provides a formulation for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections by administering an effective amount of the formulation comprising an extract of at least one plant selected from Allium sativum, Acorus calamus, Alstonia scholaris, Carissa spinarum, Cissampelos pareria, Chenopodium ambrosioides, Moringa olifera, Paederia foetida, Shorea robusta, Piper nigrum, Pueraria tuberosa, Ocimum sanctum, Terminalia bellirica, Tinospora cordifolia and Zingiber officinale, and a combination thereof. The invention also provides a process for preparing and method of using the same.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2011Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Inventor: Ram Chander Vaidya
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Publication number: 20130115290Abstract: Compositions useful for relieving the symptoms commonly known as stomach acidity, heartburn or, more technically, esophageal reflux (GERD), that comprise a fatty acid and a plant extract. These compositions have been tried in patients with clinical records of previous diagnosis of GERD, chronic heartburn, or esophagitis, with a high degree of success.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2010Publication date: May 9, 2013Inventor: Angel Manuel Gago De Santos
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Publication number: 20130052275Abstract: This invention is a topical treatment for the skin, used for skin enhancement, firming, smoothing, refining and to reduce the appearance of cellulite; that has a self-warming or thermogenic effect comprised of a base combination of warming herbs (Ayurvedic), being any herbs that create a warming effect, combined with dietary minerals that can be blended together in any ratio.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2012Publication date: February 28, 2013Inventor: Michelle Ward
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Patent number: 8372446Abstract: The invention herein contemplates an avian feed composition and a method for administering and customizing the feed composition for one or more birds. The feed composition aids in preventing infection and illness including parasitic infestation.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2009Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Inventor: Susan Burek
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Patent number: 8361517Abstract: This invention concerns a composition for regulating lipid metabolism and methods that may be used in the food industry as well as in the nutraceutical and therapeutic fields. In particular, the invention involves food additives or supplements, a composition containing these and the use thereof, in particular for revitalizing a subject's metabolism, in particular, that of human beings.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2008Date of Patent: January 29, 2013Assignee: Actigenomics S.A.Inventors: Marie Francoise Yvonne Bourgeois-Lugand, Walter Wahli, Ilhem El Kochairi, Sylvain Pradervand, Giles Didier Parisot
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Patent number: 8361522Abstract: Compositions are disclosed containing, as active ingredients, an extract of Allium species, an extract of Citrus species and either an extract of Paullinia species and an extract of Theobroma species, or an extract of Salix species and zinc sulphate, and the method of preparation of these compositions, and cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical application of these compositions.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2008Date of Patent: January 29, 2013Assignee: Legacy Healthcare Holding LtdInventors: André Ulmann, Jean-Frédéric Sturer
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Publication number: 20130019813Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 25, 2012Publication date: January 24, 2013Inventors: Patti D. Rubin, Jessica Nielsen
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Publication number: 20120321727Abstract: Disclosed are edible formulations, for example, edible films and gummi confectioneries, that mask the taste of semen. The films and confectioneries include a composition that upon activation in the oral cavity provides a lasting taste masking effect that endures for up to 20 minutes. The composition includes a film former or gelling agent, an effective amount of a protein masker, and an effective amount of a bitter masker. The composition may also include a flavoring agent, sweetening agents, and sensates.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2012Publication date: December 20, 2012Applicant: ACME SPECIALTY PRODUCTS, LLCInventors: Robert J. Windschauer, Teresa T. Virgallito
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Patent number: 8334002Abstract: The invention generally relates to mixtures of cinnamaldehyde (cinnamic aldehyde) and allicin (10%) in emulsifiable suspension formulations at ratios ranging from 1:1 to 20:1 for protecting plants from damage by nematodes, fungal pathogens, insects and mites. The nematicidal compositions described are easily flowable, easily mixable in water and have low volatility and exhibit no phytotoxicity. Methods of applying the compositions for agriculture use are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2009Date of Patent: December 18, 2012Assignee: Valent BioSciences CorporationInventors: Bala N. Devisetty, Bassam Shammo, Linda A. Rehberger, Rebecca Dickenson, Heemanshubhai K. Patel, Daniel F. Heiman
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Publication number: 20120315339Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for reducing the production of methane emanating from the digestive activities of a ruminant and or for improving ruminant animal performance by using, as active compound at least one nitrooxy alkanoic acid and/or derivative thereof, which is administrated to the animal together with the feed. The invention also relates to the use of these compounds in feed and feed additives such as premix, concentrates and total mixed ration (TMR) or in the form of a bolus.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2010Publication date: December 13, 2012Inventors: Stephane Duval, Maik Kindermann
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Patent number: 8293289Abstract: Disclosed are a pharmaceutical composition useful for treating lumbar disc herniation and a method for the preparation thereof. Composed of herbal ingredients, the pharmaceutical composition neither incurs resistance nor side effects, even when it is administered for a long term. The composition comprises Acanthopanax senticosus in an amount of 20˜40 wt %, Atractylodis Rhizoma Alba in an amount of 30˜50 wt %, Carthamus tinctorius seed powder in an amount of 3˜10 wt %, Sophora flavescens Aiton in an amount of 5˜15 wt %, Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix in an amount of 1˜5 wt %, Dipsaci Radix in an amount of 1˜5 wt %, pine knars in an amount of 1˜5 wt %, Epimedium Koreanum in an amount of 1˜5 wt %, and Allium tuberosum in an amount of 1˜5 wt %.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2011Date of Patent: October 23, 2012Inventor: Kyoung Sam Byun
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Patent number: 8287920Abstract: Provided are a composition and method of increasing health of the human body includes placing a composition inside a solution jar of a solution jar assembly, wherein the composition comprises at least one of a garlic solution comprising garlic extract, ethanol, and water; a 10-undecenoic acid solution comprising 10-undecenoic acid and at least one of water and alcohol; and a Pau d'Arco solution comprising Pau d'Arco extract, corn starch, ethanol, and water, wherein the solution jar assembly includes a device comprising either a radial appliance or a wet-cell battery appliance; a first metal disc connected to the device by a first wire; a solution jar, connected to the device by a second wire, for holding the solution; a second metal disc connected to the solution jar by a third wire; and a connecting loop, located inside a removable lid of the solution jar, connecting the first and third wires and passing through the solution; wherein if the device is the radial appliance, placing the radial appliance in a coType: GrantFiled: March 13, 2009Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Inventor: Beth John
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Publication number: 20120251637Abstract: The present invention relates to an abuse-proofed, thermoformed dosage form containing, in addition to one or more active ingredients with abuse potential optionally together with physiologically acceptable auxiliary substances, at least one synthetic or natural polymer with a breaking strength of at least 500 N and to a process for the production thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 14, 2012Publication date: October 4, 2012Applicant: GRUENENTHAL GMBHInventors: Johannes BARTHOLOMÄUS, Heinrich KUGELMANN, Elisabeth ARKENAU-MARIC
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Patent number: 8273389Abstract: The invention relates to diallyl disulfide and cinnamon oil formulations, for protecting plants from nematodes and other plant pathogens. The invention provides a method for suppressing plant damage by nematodes and other plant pathogens, which comprises the concurrent administration, to the locus, soil or seeds of plants in need of such treatment, of (a) cinnamon oil (and/or its component cinnamaldehyde), (b) an effective quantity of diallyl disulfide, as well as nematocidal compositions useful therein.Type: GrantFiled: October 16, 2009Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Valent BioSciences CorporationInventors: Benjamin A. Belkind, Bassam Shammo, Rebecca Dickenson, Linda A. Rehberger, Daniel F. Heiman
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Publication number: 20120230926Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2011Publication date: September 13, 2012Inventors: Hugo A. Corstjens, Lieve Declercq, Gerry Eyckmans, Luc F.J. Van Overloop
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Publication number: 20120231087Abstract: The present invention relates to nutritional supplement compositions comprising krill meal and lipid insoluble ingredients. The compositions can be used to provide supplementary nutrition to humans or animals. The present invention relates also formulations, such as tablets, which are easy to administer to animals. It is also shown that krill meal added to animal food at low levels will improve the palatability of the product.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 6, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Inventors: Inge Bruheim, Mikko Griinari, Stig Rune Remoy
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Publication number: 20120231071Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Inventors: Annette Tobia, Marcy Alice, Bangying Su, Takashi Niwa
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Publication number: 20120225140Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for counteracting the toxicity of smoking. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition including an extract from a whole tomato plant Hedyotis diffusa, Sorbus commixta, Lithospermum erythrorhizon Siebold & Zucc, and Alnus japonica Steud as an active ingredient counteracting the toxicity of smoking.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2010Publication date: September 6, 2012Inventor: Jong Hyun Nam
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Publication number: 20120201903Abstract: Embodiments herein provide plant compositions, and, more specifically, a plant composition including Allium vineale or an extract thereof. Other compositions are also provided, as well as methods of formulating the compositions, and methods of using the compositions to treat or prevent conditions such as cancer, allergies, and inflammation, or to promote cytoprotection or accelerate wound healing.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2010Publication date: August 9, 2012Applicant: Oregon Health & Science UniversityInventor: Donald B. Bowman
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Patent number: 8221804Abstract: The invention encompasses novel compositions containing a methylation modifying compound isolated from botanical raw materials, including a fruit of the genus Coffea, and microbial raw materials, methods of making such compositions, and methods of treating or preventing human disease using such compositions. The methylation modifying compound in botanical extracts of the present invention can dramatically increase the level of methylation of PP2A, thus increasing cognitive function, particularly in persons suffering from or prone to developing Alzheimer's disease.Type: GrantFiled: February 3, 2006Date of Patent: July 17, 2012Assignees: Signum Biosciences, Inc., Trustees of Princeton UniversityInventors: Jeffry B. Stock, Maxwell Stock, Haoming Gu, Gregory B Stock, Zhu Li, Peter Michael Wolanin
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Publication number: 20120177757Abstract: The present invention refers to a preparation made of natural ingredients which contains soybean oil, sesame oil, and curcumin powder. That is intended for the treatment of general skin sores and lesions, particularly for chronic wounds those associated with diabetes (diabetic foot ulcers), also in patients in their older age or during steroid treatment whilst the normal wound healing ability is seriously weakened.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 5, 2012Publication date: July 12, 2012Inventors: Adel Jamil Hidmi, Murad Mahmud Amdalla, Thaer Yousef Hantash
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Patent number: 8216617Abstract: A tablet including 1,000 weight parts of 21-90% natural allicin powder, 10-30 weight parts of 50-95% sesamin, 10-30 weight parts of 50-95% IgY or IgG, and a release agent. The allicin content of the tablet is 200-800 mg/g. The allicin tablet has high allicin content and capability of anti-bacteria and anti-inflammation, and can be administered based on the body weight of an animal in need thereof but causes no side effects. A method for producing the allicin tablet by mixing and uniformly stirring starch, garlic powder, and natural allicin powder to yield a mixture, adding the natural sesamin, Ig Y or Ig G, and magnesium stearate to the mixture, uniformly stirring, and tabletting.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2010Date of Patent: July 10, 2012Inventor: Ying Yao
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Patent number: 8206763Abstract: A non-toxic insect repellent concentrate formulation utilizing a plurality of all natural active components has been proven to be effective in repelling mosquitoes for periods of between six to eight weeks, with one application. The insect repellent concentrate formulation includes a plurality of natural essential oils comprising at least one emulsifying agent to maintain the oils in a stable solution. A pH conditioning agent may be added to assure the formulation is pH balanced for application to grass, plants, and trees, without detriment. The formulation may be provided as either a concentrate, or at dilutions ready for direct application, and may be applied by any of a variety of methods including broadcast spraying, boom applicators, misting systems, aerosol spray devices, etc.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2011Date of Patent: June 26, 2012Inventors: Lori Ann Porter, Powell Porter, Jess Storey
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Patent number: 8202550Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are for administration to the nasal tract. In particular, dry powder compositions are cellulose, and in particular hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC), and one or more therapeutic agents. It has been shown that administration of HPMC to the nasal cavity is capable of enhancing natural mucus. These powders, and the gel that forms when they are administered to the nasal tract, have now surprisingly been found to be a very effective way of intranasally administering therapeutic agents, and in particular, herbal or homeopathic agents.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2005Date of Patent: June 19, 2012Assignee: Nasaleze PPM LimitedInventors: Michael James, Peter Josling
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Patent number: 8187643Abstract: A shampoo formulation comprising a shampoo, bicarbonate soda, and onion skins used alone or in combination with a conditioner comprising acetic acid for the treatment of hair loss and promotion of hair growth.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2008Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Inventors: Robert A. Barnard, Ted William Steininger, Greg Steininger, legal representative
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Patent number: 8158170Abstract: Provided is a pharmaceutical or food or drink composition for preventing or treating alcohol-induced fatty liver or steatohepatitis comprising metadoxine (pyridoxol 1-2-pyrrolidone-5-carboxylate) and garlic oil as active ingredients. The concurrent administration of metadoxine and garlic oil according to the present invention exhibits outstandingly superior effects of inhibiting the accumulation of triglyceride and increase of blood AST (aspartate aminotransferase) level in liver el tissue, inhibiting the expression of FAS (fatty acid synthase), CYP2E1 and iNOS (inducible nitric oxide synthase) and inhibiting the deactivation of AMPK (AMP-activated protein kinase), as compared to the administration of metadoxine or garlic oil only.Type: GrantFiled: November 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: SNU R&DB FoundationInventors: Sang Geon Kim, Sung Hwan Ki, Jae Hoon Choi
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Publication number: 20120087987Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the combined use of two pesticides. A first pesticide composition provides an initial contact kill, and may form a barrier when applied to greasy surfaces. A second pesticide composition provides residual pesticidal activity on the surface. Methods of making and using the pesticide compositions are also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2011Publication date: April 12, 2012Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.Inventors: Victor F. Man, S. John Barcay, Darren M. Jahnke, Yvonne M. Killeen
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Publication number: 20120076742Abstract: A topical drug delivery system for use as a self-medication delivery system, formed as a multi-functional hygroscopic solution comprising a non-hygroscopic first chemical penetration enhancer, a hygroscopic second chemical penetration enhancer and an anti-oxidizing dispersant mixable in solution with the first and second chemical penetration enhancers and an active pharmaceutical ingredient, said dispersant being in a weight percent of the solution of between 3% and 10% and being suitable for providing multiple secondary therapeutic effects by interaction with the active pharmaceutical ingredient to ensure substantial homogenous distribution of the selected active pharmaceutical ingredient in the solution during delivery of the solution to all areas of the mammalian tissue location and by further reducing the water activity level of the solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2011Publication date: March 29, 2012Inventors: D. Howard Phillips, Steven Keough
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Publication number: 20120040032Abstract: The present invention relates to a botanical repellent composition intended for pest insect control. In some embodiments, the composition may contain about 75% to about 92% garlic extract (Allium sativum) and about 8% to about 25% humic acids and diluents.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2009Publication date: February 16, 2012Inventor: Jose Luis Miranda Valencia
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Publication number: 20120034325Abstract: The invention provides a formulation for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections by administering an effective amount of the formulation comprising an extract of at least one plant selected from Allium sativum, Acorus calamus, Alstonia scholaris, Carissa spinarum, Cissampelos pareria, Chenopodium ambrosioides, Moringa olifera, Paederia foetida, Shorea robusta, Piper nigrum, Pueraria tuberosa, Ocimum sanctum, Terminalia bellirica, Tinospora cordifolia and Zingiber officinale, and a combination thereof. The invention also provides a process for preparing and method of using the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Inventors: Shatrughna Prasad Vaidya, Ram Chander Vaidya
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Publication number: 20120003292Abstract: Provided, among other things, is a slowly dissolvable film comprising: herbal bioactive agent(s); and polymer(s), dissolvable in the aggregate, wherein the film becomes adhesive as it is placed against a mucosal surface and begins to absorb moisture therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2011Publication date: January 5, 2012Inventors: Zvi G. Loewy, William Zev Levine, Aron J. Saffer
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Publication number: 20110318321Abstract: The present invention relates to a controlled release pharmaceutical or food formulation comprising at least one active pharmaceutical or food ingredient dispersed in a mixture of a glycogen with a polysaccharide, and the process for its preparation. The invention also relates to a slow release system represented by a mixture of a glycogen with a polysaccharide, and its use for the preparation of slow release pharmaceutical or food formulations.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 8, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: AZIENDE CHIM.RIUN.ANG.FRANC.A.C.R.A.F. S.p.A.Inventors: Stefano Selva, Leonardo Marchitto, Giovanni Battista Ciottoli, Lorella Ragni, Vincenzo Russo, Elisa Liberati
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Publication number: 20110318436Abstract: Disclosed is a herbal solid formulation of Allium sativum extracts essentially free of excipients and preservatives and process for preparing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: HIMALAYA GLOBAL HOLDINGS LTDInventors: Shankar Kumar MITRA, Uddagiri Venkanna BABU, Ekta SAXENA, Anu Vrat SHARMA
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Publication number: 20110300227Abstract: Methods, compositions, and strategies for the treatment of malignant neoplasms are presented herein. The treatment modalities are directed towards exploiting characteristics of cancer cells as well as correcting defective biochemical pathways and systems in the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2011Publication date: December 8, 2011Applicant: NORTH TEXAS MEDICAL ASSOCIATESInventor: Ivan E. Danhof
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Publication number: 20110293755Abstract: A stabilized formulation for skin care, wound care and/or other tissue healing applications and methods for making the same is described. The stabilized formulation stabilizes omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and is constituted of the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in combination with tocopherol (Vitamin E), ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), herb extract, and a fat-soluble antioxidant. Methods for making and using the stabilized formulation are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 24, 2011Publication date: December 1, 2011Inventors: Gudmundur Fertram Sigurjonsson, Biljana Ilievska, Baldur Tumi Baldursson
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Publication number: 20110268690Abstract: Compositions comprising poly(hydroxyalkanoates) and agents for use with medical articles are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2011Publication date: November 3, 2011Inventors: Syed F.A. Hossainy, Stephen D. Pacetti
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Patent number: 8043634Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a drug and/or food supplement with antiviral effects, in particular for the preventive and/or therapeutic treatment of herpes labialis and/or herpes genitalis, and/or with antibacterial and/or immunomodulating and/or antiphlogistic effects and/or for the preventive and/or therapeutic treatment of affections of the prostate, containing NISYLEN® and/or Cepa and/or Euphrasia and/or Belladonna and/or Mercurius solubilis.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2008Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Inventor: Klaus Huber
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Patent number: 8043636Abstract: An organic agent for controlling weeds (a so-called herbicide) primarily includes ingredients which are used for human nutrition and the individual components are harmless to nature (including animals and people). These ingredients include extract of garlic, cayenne pepper, nettles and sugar in the form of dextrose. Thorough tests have documented that the new organic herbicide has the same efficiency or is better than one of the hitherto most-used chemical herbicides.Type: GrantFiled: July 3, 2007Date of Patent: October 25, 2011Assignee: VegaNo ApSInventor: Lars Ole Wiese
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Publication number: 20110195137Abstract: The invention relates to a method of treating the coat of an animal. The method includes the steps of applying a composition to the coat of the animal, diffusing the composition by action of a carrier, storing the active ingredients of the composition by the sebaceous glands of the animal, and gradually releasing the active ingredients from the sebaceous glands. The dermo-cosmetic composition includes a diffusion solvent vehicle that enables, by a simple application to one or more points of the cutaneous surface, a diffusion over the entirety thereof and at the level of the sebaceous glands. The active ingredients, primarily including a complex of essential oils and of polyunsaturated fatty acids, stored in these sebaceous glands can be salted out progressively with the sebum product to the surface of the skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2011Publication date: August 11, 2011Applicant: LABORATOIRE DE DERMO-COSMETIQUE ANIMALE (L.D.C.A) SASInventor: Lionel FABRIES
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Publication number: 20110158932Abstract: Methods and compositions containing a berberine compound or berberine related or derivative compound are provided for the prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia, elevated cholesterol, and/or cardiovascular disease in mammalian subjects. The methods and compositions of the invention are effective for prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, carotid artery disease, stroke, cerebral arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure, myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, restenosis following balloon angioplasty, intermittent claudication, dyslipidemia post-prandial lipidemia or xanthoma.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2008Publication date: June 30, 2011Inventors: Jian-Dong Jiang, Jing Wei, Wei-Jia Kong, Li-Xun Zhao, Dan-Qing Song
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Publication number: 20110142971Abstract: An onion extract weight gain control composition includes from 20% to 40% by weight of polyphenols belonging to the flavonol family, the onion extract having following composition characteristics, expressed in weight based on the dry extract total weight: from 60% to 90% by weight of the total flavonols in the extract consist in glycosylated polyphenols, from 85% to 98% by weight of the total flavonols in the extract consist in quercetin in a free form (aglycone) or in a glycosylated form, from 5% to 20% by weight of the total flavonols in the extract consist in quercetin-3,4?-diglucoside, from 30% to 70% by weight of the total flavonols in the extract consist in quercetin-3-monoglucoside and quercetin-4?-monoglucoside, and from 20 to 30% by weight of the total flavonols in the extract consist in quercetin.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2011Publication date: June 16, 2011Inventors: Marie-Joséphe AMIOT-CARLIN, Christine Juhel, Frédéric Tosini, Louis Cara, Véronique Berger
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Patent number: 7947311Abstract: A non-toxic insect repellent concentrate formulation utilizing a plurality of all natural active components has been proven to be effective in repelling mosquitoes for periods of between six to eight weeks, with one application. The insect repellent concentrate formulation includes a plurality of natural essential oils comprising at least one emulsifying agent to maintain the oils in a stable solution. A pH conditioning agent may be added to assure the formulation is pH balanced for application to grass, plants, and trees, without detriment. The formulation may be provided as either a concentrate, or at dilutions ready for direct application, and may be applied by any of a variety of methods including broadcast spraying, boom applicators, misting systems, aerosol spray devices, etc.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2008Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Inventors: Lori Ann Porter, Powell Porter, Jess Storey
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Patent number: 7947298Abstract: An animal repellent composition is disclosed that comprises a carrier base and a repellent material. The carrier base and the repellent material are mixed together in a resulting formulation that is used to provide a natural means of deterring unwanted pests and animals from the area in which the composition is used. The composition may also be used as an animal attractant depending on the formulation of the mixed materials. The formulation of the composition can be varied to produce mixtures with different consistencies and properties.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2007Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Inventor: Gregory A. La Torre
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Publication number: 20110105996Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for preventing or reducing scar formation (e.g., hypertrophic scars). For example, provided herein are methods of administrating HMG-CoA-inhibiting agents for preventing or reducing scar formation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITYInventors: Thomas A. Mustoe, Peter Kim, Jason Ko, Xianzhong Ding, Yanan Zhao
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Publication number: 20110085981Abstract: The present disclosure discloses simple and efficient glycan- or carbohydrate-based processes or methods for the rapid identification of biological markers and therapeutic targets especially glycan-related targets of infectious diseases, cancers, autoimmune diseases, allergies, inflammation, toxicity, obesity and/or other disorders of humans, animals, plants and other organisms. Therefore, novel methods and products for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of such diseases obtainable based on these therapeutic targets can be developed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2010Publication date: April 14, 2011Inventor: Huiru Wang
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Publication number: 20110064834Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to a novel pest repellant composition for use in repelling reptiles, rodents, birds, insects, and other unwanted pests. Advantageously, this pest repellant composition is safe, effective, economical to produce, and environmentally-friendly. It is used via spreading in an area of interest, for example. The novel pest repellant composition of the present invention generally includes between approximately 97-99% by weight of water, approximately 0.5-1.0% by weight of garlic juice or oil, approximately 0.5-1.0% by weight of neem oil, approximately 0.1 to 0.2% by weight of pepper wax or capsaicin, and approximately 0.1 to 0.2% by weight of a breaker (such as organo-polysiloxane, for example).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventor: Mark Streisfeld
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Patent number: 7901717Abstract: An alkalizing composition comprising calcium carbonate, potassium hydroxide, potassium bicarbonate, and dicalcium phosphate. The alkalizing composition may further comprise any one or a combination of magnesium hydroxide, tricalcium phosphate, vitamin, a binder, sea minerals and water. The alkalizing compositions may be formulated as an antacid, a nutritional or dietary supplement, or a sports beverage. The alkalizing composition may be used in methods to buffer garlic. The buffered garlic compositions produced in accordance with the methods provides high allicin yield under acidic conditions. The alkalizing compositions may also be used in methods to enhance the flavor of fruits and vegetables.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2006Date of Patent: March 8, 2011Assignee: Scientific Food Solutions, LLCInventors: Ricky L. Falkenberg, Harold L. Archibald, Danford Wilkinson, Lisa Trexler, Julie M. Hayes
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Publication number: 20110052735Abstract: Shampoos providing hair treated therewith improved strength, handle and tensile strength, as well as combability in the dry and wet states and, at the same time, are particularly mild and ecologically compatible, and contain, in a cosmetically acceptable carrier, 0.1 to 35% by weight of at least one surfactant and 15 to 85% by weight of at least one fruit juice or vegetable juice.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventors: Erik Schulze Zur Wiesche, Thomas Foerster
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Publication number: 20110044969Abstract: The invention provides an antimicrobial agent for use in the treatment of a Campylobacter species which has colonised the crop of a bird, wherein the bird is exposed to said antimicrobial agent one or more times and products for carrying out the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2009Publication date: February 24, 2011Applicant: NOFIMA MAT ASInventors: Knut Rudi, Magne Kaldhusdal, John Nordal