Abstract: Nutritional compositions are provided containing at least one PPAR agonist, at least one PGC-1alpha agonist, and at least one creatine derivative. Methods of promoting anabolism and improving or enhancing physical performance using the compositions are provided. The compositions and methods can be combined with physical training or exercise.

Abstract: A colon prep method and kit for facilitating a method for evacuating a colon prior to a medical procedure, wherein the method minimizes potential patient discomfort. Three selected meals and a plurality of selected snacks are ingested on a day prior to the medical procedure. The meals include solid food items taken with or incorporating a stimulant laxative, such as senna, incorporated therein. A liquid having a PEG laxative, such as PEG-3350, is provided with or incorporated therein, preferably via a powdered drink mix. The stimulant laxative and the PEG laxative work in synergy. A further optional snack may be provided on the day of the medical procedure, preferably ingested approximately four hours before the medical procedure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition containing an active ingredient comprising one or more extracts selected from the group consisting of Rehmannia glutinosa, licorice, Coix lacryma-jobi seed, wheat germ, Chaenomeles sinensis fruit, Acanthopanacis cortex and Radix puerariae. The composition promotes adipocyte differentiation and fat globule production, and is effective in reducing skin wrinkles, increasing skin elasticity and preventing skin ageing.

Abstract: A dietary supplement for enhancing physical performance of human subjects is disclosed. The supplement in dry, finely-divided form includes as a major ingredient a soy protein isolate containing at least 80% protein on a moisture-free basis with lesser amounts of carbohydrate, free form amino acids, medium chain triglycerides, creatine monohydrate, l-carnitine, grape seed extract, coenzyme Q10, piper nigrum extract, and alpha lipoic acid. In a preferred embodiment, the supplement also includes minor amounts of conjugated linoleic acid and phosphatidylserine/phosphatidylcholine complex.

Abstract: [Problem] Providing soybean including oleic acid that will exceed the heretofore developed high-oleic soybean without using gene engineering technology. [Means to Solve the Problem] The present invention provides a GmFAD2-1b gene loss of function mutation and a type of soybean that includes a GmGAD2-1b gene loss of function mutation.

Abstract: Lipid compositions comprising nuts, seeds, oils, legumes, fruits, grains, and dairy useful in specified amounts as dietary supplements and diet plans designed around and including the aforementioned for the prophylaxis and treatment of numerous diseases are disclosed. The compositions include omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids where the ratio of the omega-6 to the omega-3 fatty acids and their amounts are controlled based on one or more factors including age of the subject, sex of the subject, diet of the subject, the body weight of the subject, medical conditions of the subject, and climate of the subject's living area.

Abstract: The present invention features compositions comprising at least one compound of the formula I or formula II: wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 independently, are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, or a cosmetically acceptable salt thereof, and the use thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pharmaceutical composition and health food comprising herb extracts of one or more herbs selected from the group consisting of Puerariae Radix, Bombycis corpus and Araliae Continentalis Radix. The herb medicine of this invention comprising a single or mixed composition may be useful for the prevention and treatment of renal diseases as well as improvement of renal functions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a traditional Chinese medicine composition for preventing and treating swine influenza, preparation method and use thereof. The said traditional Chinese medicine composition is made from Herba Houttuyniae 21.4 wt. %, Caulis Lonicerae Japonicae 17.9 wt. %, Radix Isatidis 14.3 wt. %, Rhizoma Dryopteris Crassirhizomatis 10.7%, Radix et Rhizoma Sophorae Tonkinensis 7.1 wt. %, Radix Angelicae Dahuricae 7.1 wt. %, Rhizoma Paridis 7.1 wt. %, Herba Artemisiae Annuae 7.1 wt. %, and Rhizoma Iridis Tectori 7.1 wt. %.

Abstract: Emulsions, emulsifier, a method of use and a production process of said emulsions are presented in the present invention. The emulsion composed of a mixture of water and oils and additives sheared into small droplets using a low pressure, three shearing stage emulsifier. The oils used in the preparation of said emulsions are botanical oils and in most cases, edible oils.

Abstract: A method of lowering blood cholesterol in a non-diabetic human patient by at least 30% is described. The method involves orally administering for 30 consecutive days a fenugreek seed extract composition. Various methods of preparation and various formulations are described. Agents such as pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, lubricants, binders, glidants, fillers, flavoring agents, vitamins, minerals, active agents other than fenugreek, herbal extracts other than fenugreek, carriers and mixtures thereof may be additionally incorporated into the fenugreek seed extract composition. Physiologically effective dosage forms (liquid and solid) containing fenugreek seed extract compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates a traditional Chinese medicine composition and the drug containing this composition as well as preparation method and use thereof. The composition comprises 1-10 parts by weight of radix ginseng, 1-10 parts by weight of folium ginkgo, 0.05-0.5 parts by weight of stigma croci and 5-10 parts by weight of glycine max l. merrill. The components can be the traditional Chinese medicinal materials or the extracts obtained by extracting the same quantity of the Chinese medicinal material. The Chinese medicine composition can be used for the treatment of ischemic cerebrovascular disease and senile dementia.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to water dispersible granular pesticide compositions, and methods of making and using the compositions. The pesticide compositions include an inner layer including a first pesticide coated on to a substrate, and an outer layer comprising a second pesticide coated on the inner layer. The outer layer increases the water dispersibility of the granular composition, and protects the first pesticide against hydrolysis and photolysis.

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: Disclosed is a method of reducing melanogenesis in a skin cell, comprising topically applying to skin in need of treatment a composition comprising navy bean extract, wherein topical application of the composition to skin reduces melanogenesis in said skin cell.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: The present invention comprises mixtures of herb extracts which exert synergistic antioxidant effect and comprise the herb licorice and at least one other herb selected from the group consisting of ginger, kudzu, sophora, and thyme. Skin care preparations incorporating such herb extract mixtures, and their methods of preparation and use, are also claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition containing a bean extract extracted by low-concentration, low-grade alcohol or fractions thereof. The composition exhibits excellent effects in improving blood circulation, improving obesity, and preventing diabetes, hyperlipidemia and the like, and exhibits the effects of alleviating or treating the symptoms of diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and the like. The present invention also relates to a method for improving blood circulation and vascular health.

Abstract: Stable non-toxic pesticide composition having fungicidal and insecticidal properties including a pesticide that is nontoxic to mammals; one or more disinfectants; a vegetable oil; and one or more stabilizing agents. In one example, one or more stabilizing agents are selected and are present in an amount in combination with the selection and amount of a pesticide, one or more disinfectants, and a vegetable oil to provide the composition with a stability upon application to a substrate effective to allow lethality against one or more target pests.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising at least one extract from the orchid Dendrobium chrysotoxum as an active agent and at least one cosmetically acceptable excipient. The invention relates to the use in a cosmetic composition of an extract from the orchid Dendrobium chrysotoxum as an active agent for preventing or delaying the appearance of the signs of skin ageing or for slowing or attenuating the effects thereof, or else also for promoting cell or tissue longevity. The invention in particular relates to an orchid extract inhibiting the expression and/or the activity of the mitochondrial protein Smac/DIABLO.

Abstract: A topical composition according to the present invention for use in a skin care regimen that provides matrix metalloprotease (MMP) inhibiting activity, tissue inhibitor of metalloprotease (TIMP) inducing activity, and immediate and delayed antioxidative activity. Preferably, the topical composition comprises at least one MMP inhibitor, a TIMP inducing agent, Tremella fuciformis (snow fungus) extract, Camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract, and Eugenia caryophyllus (clove) extract. The compositions are useful in anti-wrinkle and anti-aging products, providing elasticity, firmness, tone and texture to the skin, ameliorating fine lines and preventing skin damage.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel water-soluble soybean polysaccharide which is produced by imparting a function of stabilizing a protein in a pH range around the isoelectric point of the protein to a water-soluble soybean polysaccharide. Also disclosed is a novel dispersion stabilizer which enables to stabilize the dispersion of a protein in a pH range around the isoelectric point of the protein. Further, disclosed is a acidic protein food/beverage comprising the dispersion stabilizer. A crosslinked product of a water-soluble soybean polysaccharide extracted from a soybean seed raw material can improve the dispersion stability of a milk protein in a pH range around the isoelectric point of the protein. By using the water-soluble soybean polysaccharide, an acidic protein food/beverage having a low viscosity can be produced.

Abstract: A weight loss product comprises a mixture of Alchemilla vulgaris, Olea europaea, Cuminum cyminum, and Mentha longiflora (in the weight proportion 12:10:5:4), to which additional ingredients have been added to increase weight loss efficacy.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Paulownia tomentosa wood and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Paulownia tomentosa wood and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising an extract of Paulownia tomentosa wood and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an extract of a processed herbal medicinal plant and a composition for skin external application which contains the extract. More specifically, the composition for skin external application contains an extract of processed herbal medicinal plant, prepared through a method comprising the steps of: (a) processing an herbal medicinal plant by a process of boiling, steaming, roasting, baking or heating the medicinal plant or a combination of two or more of these processes; (b) obtaining an extract of the processed medicinal plant. The composition shows an improved antioxidant effect.

Abstract: A topical composition for inducing relaxation upon application to skin comprising a mixture of mandarin oil, lavender oil, chamomile oil, and optionally sweet almond oil; and a method for inducing sleep and/or a relaxation state by topically applying the composition.

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: A method of using an herbal extract of the a mixture of: Herba Scutellaria barbata, Radix Sophora subprostratae, Radix Anemarrhena, Semen Glycine sojae, Radix Glycyrrhiza, Rhizoma Rhei, Fructus Tritici levis, Radix Astragali, Radix Rehmania, Fructus Ligustri lucidi, Semen Zyziphi spinosa, Plumula Nelumbinis, Poria cocas, Rhizoma Alismatis, Cortex Moutan radicis, Fructus Corni, Radix Achyranthis, Concha Ostrea, Radix Aspargi, Radix Pueraria, Radix Atractylodis macrocephala and Herba Epimedium, for the treatment of hot flashes associated with menopause is disclosed herein.

Abstract: Compositions for appetite suppression and methods of making and using thereof are disclosed herein. The compositions are typically in the form of a tablet, such as a single or multi-layer sticker tablet. The compositions adhere to a buccal surface or mucosal surface in the oral cavity for at least 15 minutes, preferably for at least 30 minutes. In a preferred embodiment, the compositions contain herbal agents that are anti-appetite agents. The composition is generally effective for suppressing appetite for a time period ranging from at least 30 minutes up to eight hours following administration to the buccal or oral mucosa.

Abstract: The invention relates to plant extracts, especially based on species of the genus Agapanthus and combinations thereof with other extracts deriving from other plants. The invention further relates to the isolation, purification and identification of compounds in these extracts. The plant extracts and the isolated substances show significant antimicrobial activity, especially antifungal activity, and bio-stimulatory efficacy, when applied to other plants in vitro and in vivo, including under field conditions. The products according to this invention are suitable to be used as plant protecting agents for many crops and economic plants as an alternative for chemical pesticides.

Abstract: An enteral nutrient gel that is excellent at maintaining its solid matter (gel) form in the stomach, does not readily disintegrate or dissolve with a change in pH, is stable in its physical properties even during long-term storage, and can be passed through a feeding tube. The enteral nutrient gel contains agar, alginic acid and/or a salt thereof, soybean protein or a hydrolysate thereof, calcium, magnesium, dextrin, and, optionally, an oligosaccharide, a disaccharide and/or a monosaccharide. A solid composition containing 8 to 30 wt % protein, 2 to 25 wt % fats, and 40 to 70 wt % dextrin is used in preparing the enteral nutrient gel.

Abstract: A personal care composition comprising: at least a first phase and a second phase wherein said first phase comprises a) an aqueous structured surfactant phase comprising STnS where n is between about 0 and about 2.5; b) ; c) a structuring system comprising i. optionally, a non-ionic emulsifier; ii. optionally, from about 0.05% to about 5%, by weight of said personal care composition, of an associative polymer; iii. an electrolyte; and said second phase comprises a) a benefit phase comprising from 1% to about 50%, by weight of said personal care composition, of a hydrophobic benefit agent.

Abstract: Compositions enriched with natural phyto-oestrogens or analogues thereof selected from Genistein, Daidzein, Formononetin and Biochanin A. These may be used as food additives, tablets or capsules for promoting health in cases of cancer, pre-menstrual syndrome, menopause or hypercholesterolaemia.

Abstract: A composition to treat hair loss and enhance hair growth and condition. The composition comprises: i) one or more of VEGF, a VEGF biomimetic peptide, and/or a VEGFR2 receptor agonist; ii) ciclopirox olamine; and iii) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Bodywash compositions incorporating high levels of emollient oils and a method for incorporating such high levels of emollient into bodywash compositions.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a composition for prevention or treatment of neurodegenerative disease comprising longan arillus extract, or combined extract comprising longan arillus. The composition exhibits remarkably excellent prevention or treatment effect of neurodegenerative disease by containing longan arillus extract or combined extract comprising longan arillus, and particularly, it may effectively prevent or treat neurodegenerative disease by significantly protecting dopaminergic neurons from neurotoxicity due to MPTP selectively acting on dopaminergic nervous system and neurotoxicity due to aggregation of alpha-synuclein proteins.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-aging cosmetic composition, and more particularly, the present invention relates to an anti-aging cosmetic composition containing Hibiscus esculentus extracts and at least one selected from the group consisting of oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, glycyrhetinic acid and retinol, showing high safety to skin and wrinkle-improvement effect.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions comprising a nematicide intermixed with lecithin and a co-surfactant that form stable dispersions in water. Also disclosed are methods of controlling nematodes in soil by application of such compositions.

Abstract: A proteineous component isolated from plant chromatin, after dissociation of the same, as an antimicrobial agent, the proteineous component having an apparent molecular weight between 10 and 20 kD. The proteineous plant component is produced by means of a method comprising the steps of homogenizing a plant material in order to expose its plant chromatin, dissociating the plant chromatin with a dissociating agent under hydrophobic conditions, and separating the dissociated plant chromatin into individual fractions, one comprising the proteineous plant component, by means of a hydrophobic interaction separation procedure.

Abstract: This invention relates to natural products containing phyto-oestrogens, or phyto-oestrogen analogues, which have various beneficial physiological effects in man, and which have a variety of uses, such as to promote good health and as a dietary additive, for example. The invention describes a method of improving the health of a human by administering to the human a health supplementing amount of a phyto-oestrogen selected from genistein, daidzein formononentin and/or biochanin A. A health supplement comprising a health supplementary amount of a phyto-oestrogen selected from genisten daidzein formononentin and/or biochanin A, is also described. Preferably, the supplement also comprises at least one dietary suitable excipient, diluent, carrier or food, and may be in the form of a tablet or capsule, for example. Ideally, the phyto-oestrogen is extracted from red clover or from soya, although any source rich in isoflavones may also be used.

Abstract: For the purpose of providing a method of safely and inexpensively producing a fermented plant extract containing an immunopotentiator at a high concentration, the method for fermentation and culture of the present invention ferments a plant component such as wheat flour using Pantoea agglomerans which is a gram negative bacterium which lives in a symbiotic relationship with a plant such as wheat and apple. It becomes possible to remarkably augment an immunopotentiation action which the plant has. In addition, these are not contaminated with impurities derived from animal components, and thus these are highly safe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to home and personal care compositions comprising a silicone oil-in-water emulsion stabilized by a protein or peptide and at least one home and/or personal care ingredient. Such compositions tend to provide desirable characteristics for the care and conditioning of hair, skin and fabric.

Abstract: A composition for preventing or ameliorating multiple risk factor syndrome involving visceral fat-type obesity, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipemia and hypertension, which comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of a licorice hydrophobic extract, a turmeric extract, a clove extract, and a cinnamon extract.

Abstract: Composition intended for buccal absorption of nicotine into the system circulation and distribution to the central nervous system for the purpose of smoking cessation or nicotine substitution in conditions adverse for smoking according to the invention contains nicotine solution in form of a base and/or its salt with organic acid in concentration 0.01 to 8.00% by weight and substances with mucolytic effect. Single application dosage contains 0.05 to 3.00 mg of nicotine.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a Dolichos biflorus extract enhancing collagen production and cosmetic compositions comprising said extract. Furthermore, it pertains to a method of using the extract or compositions for cosmetic purposes, especially to their use in enhancing collagen production. Finally, a method for preparing the extract for cosmetic use is described. The Dolichos biflorus extract is preferably made from seeds by alcoholic or hydroalcoholic extraction.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical or medicinal herbal composition and method of making the composition comprised of a mixture of the following herbal ingredients: Glycine max, Plumbago zeylanica, Terminalia arjuna, Trigonella-foenum-graceum, Coleus forskohlii, Commiphora mukul, Camellia sinensis, and Azadirachta indica.

Abstract: A non-aqueous cleansing formulation having cleansing, moisturizing and/or exfoliating properties includes an oil phase and a natural surfactant derived from legumes and/or grains. The oil phase can include an oil component and a thickening agent. The natural surfactant can be in the form of a particulate flour product derived from Vigna radiata, Vigna mungo, Glycine max, Cicer aerientinum, Vigna unguicalata, Pisum sativum, Phaseolus vulgaris, or combinations thereof, which is dispersed in the oil phase. The flour product suitably includes a high protein flour to emulsify the oil phase and provide improved cleansing action. Such non-aqueous cleansing formulation can be used as skin care products, hand cleansers, hair cleaners or general use cleansers. Advantageously, the cleansing formulations are free of synthetic soaps and/or synthetic surfactants.

Abstract: A substantially non-aqueous, aerated composition is free of petroleum-based components and is suitable for skin applications. The composition primarily includes wax and oil, and can further include vitamin E oil and an essential oil. The composition can be a semi-solid at room temperature. A method of making the composition includes melting together component ingredients to form a mixture, which is then cooled to form hardened matter. The hardened matter is blended to form a flowable mixture, which is then forced through a sieve to form the aerated composition.