Abstract: The present invention relates to natural compositions for lowering blood pressure, and treating various conditions associated with the occurrence of high blood pressure. These compositions can comprise two or more of the following ingredients in amounts which are effective to treat blood pressure conditions, e.g., (a) Hainan Holly leaf (e.g., Ilex hainanensis Merr.), (b) Chinese Hawthorn fruit (e.g., Crataegus pinnatifida Bge. or Crataegus cuneata Sieb. et Zucc.), (c) Garden radish seed (Raphanus sativus L.), and (d) Oriental persimmon leaf (Diospyros kaki L.f).

Abstract: The present invention features a method of inducing an anti-angiogenesis effect within a tumorous region in the body of a mammal, wherein the method comprises the steps of administering, to a patient, a formulation comprising processed Morinda Citrifolia, wherein the processed Morinda citrifolia blocks formation of new blood vessels within a tumorous region by inhibiting tubule elongation and endothelial cell migration. Blocking the growth factors of said endothelial cells within said tumorous region inhibits tubule elongation and endothelial cell migration. In a preferred embodiment, the processed Morinda citrifolia comprises fruit juice and puree juice in various concentrations.

Abstract: Nutritional supplements for treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or xerostomia comprising flaxseed oil, or a GLA-rich oil, combined with a n-3 rich oil, such as fish oil which is rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaeonic acid (DHA), are disclosed. Methods of treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or dry mouth by administering the supplements are also described.

Abstract: The invention features compositions containing an antioxidant and/or a gingkolide compound to reduce inflammation. Combination drug therapy using antioxidant and/or a gingkolide compound with an anti-inflammatory agent reduces adverse side effects associated with many known anti-inflammatory agents.

Abstract: The delivery of St. John's Wort coupled separately with Natural Peppermint, Banana and Green Apple flavors via the nasal and or buccal mucosa in a ph appropriate solution, in homeopathic doses, is effective as an anorexant.

Abstract: Provided is a method for therapy of a pulmonary disease, the method comprising administering to an individual a composition in an amount effective to inhibit pulmonary inflammation, wherein the composition comprises an extract of Gynostemma pentaphyllum, an extract of Crataegus pinnatifida, and an extract of Camellia sinensis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bath additive composition comprising (A) at least one &agr;-hydroxy acid, and (B) at least one member selected from among ascorbic acid, a derivative thereof and mulberry bark (Mori Cortex) extract.

Abstract: This invention describes a method and composition to enhance the synthesis and release of the neurotransmitters by the oral administration of neurotransmitter precursors, along with natural plant substances that stimulate uptake of the neurotransmitters precursors, while adding natural plant substances that activate adenylate cyclase in order to avoid attenuation and prevent pharmacologic tolerance. The invention describes compositions for a medical foods that are designed to improve cognitive function, induced sleep, a improve Parasympathetic function, improve autonomic balance, increase nitric oxide production, reduce blood pressure, increase blood flow, and treat virus infections. The compositions include amino acids such as choline, herbs such ginkgo biloba, and other foods such as coca.

Abstract: Described is a process for effecting the relaxation of a tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle of a human mammal for a substantial period of time. The process of our invention consists essentially of the step of continuously or periodically administering to said human mammal through inhalation over a stress reactivity-reducing, tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle-relaxing period of time, a stress reactivity-reducing, tensive back, shoulder or neck muscle-relaxing quantity and concentration of one or more fragrance compositions having an aroma profile including one or more of a rose, floral, musky, ambery, sweet and/or powdery aroma notes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antioxidant composition and a method of preparation thereof. In detail, the present invention relates to an antioxidant composition containing procyanidin B3 obtained from Rosa multiflora, and a preparation method for the antioxidant composition, comprising extraction of the underground part of Rosa multiflora with an organic solvent, followed by fractionation and purification of the extract by chromatography. The antioxidant composition of the present invention can be effectively used in treatment or prevention of various diseases due to oxidation by reactive oxygen species, maintenance of quality of food, and prevention of skin damages due to oxidation.

Abstract: The invention provides materials and methods for making skin care compositions that contain dried or fresh fruit particles, and also can contain suspending agents, surfactants, emollients, emulsifiers, and/or cationic polymers. The basic fruit components typically are from the pulp and peel of the fruit, which can be specially processed to retain the colors, phytochemicals and nutritive ingredients. The compositions provided herein can contain particles made from whole fruits (minus seeds, leaves, and stems) that have been subjected to drying techniques (e.g., air-drum drying or freeze drying) and then processed into small particles.

Abstract: Compositions are shown having high ORAC scores correlating with antioxidant capabilities. Such a composition, when combined with other food products can either maintain or increase ORAC scores while enhancing flavor characteristics of the final food product. The compositions have also been shown to increase immune activity of a mammal.

Abstract: A fruit polyphenol obtained by subjecting a crab apple fruit to pressing and/or extraction. The fruit polyphenol is rich in such components as condensed tannins (procyanidins), chlorogenic acid, and epicatechin. The fruit polyphenol can be produced economically and efficiently.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for reducing or eliminating the appearance of cellulite. The method involves administering to a patient in need of treatment therapeutically effective amounts of a sugar compound that is converted to a glycosaminoglycan in the patient in an amount sufficient to thicken the skin, a primary antioxidant component in an amount sufficient to substantially inhibit the formation of collagenase and elastase, at least one amino acid component in an amount sufficient to assist in the thickening of the skin, and at least one transition metal component in an amount effective to bind collagen and elastic fibers and thicken skin so as to reduce or eliminate the appearance of cellulite. A preferred method of treatment further includes administering the components above in conjunction with a vascular dilator to improve blood supply to the skin and/or a fat burner to reduce absorption or digestion of fat in the digestive tract or to prevent the production of fat.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of He Shou Wu extract in darkening the skin.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for enhancing growth factor production, comprising a plant-derived enhancer for growth factor production; a therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for a disease requiring enhancement of growth factor production and a food, beverage or feed for enhancing growth factor production, each comprising the above composition. In addition, the present invention relates to a functional food, beverage or feed excellent in health enhancement.

Abstract: An oily wax matrix suspension pharmaceutical formulation is prepared for oral administration of an active ingredient, such as ibuprofen, through a soft gelatin capsule drug delivery device. The ibuprofen may be in free acid or a mixture of free acid and ibuprofen alkali salt form. The active pharmaceutical ingredient is embedded in an oily wax matrix which is preferably blended with a surfactant. A preferred surfactant is lecithin, a preferred suspending agent is yellow beeswax, and a preferred suspension medium is soybean oil which are all natural ingredients.

Abstract: A body powder is disclosed. The body powder includes a topical anti-fungal agent in combination with at least two excipients. One excipient is a boron nitride particulate material coated with a silicone compound. The other excipient is a fragrance molecularly entrapped within a cyclodextrin compound.

Abstract: Disclosed is an antacid composition comprising ellagitannin and glycine. The composition is useful to relieve gastric hyperacidity or gastroesophageal reflux disorder.

Abstract: A method of superficial epidermal peeling in a human comprising massaging unto the horny layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum), a composition comprising vegetable-derived elements characterized by sufficient length and rigidity to enter into the horny layer, improving the constitution of the skin tint, smoothing the skin surface, removing wrinkles, blemishes, localized hyperkeratoses and reducing skin pore size by regulating seborrhea.

Abstract: A process for preparing dry extracts from a liquid extract and at least one additional substance by a spray-drying process, characterized in that said at least one additional substance is added to the spray-drying process in a dry form during the spray-drying processes.

Abstract: A cranberry based dietary supplement or dental hygiene product is revealed with enhanced flavor characteristics. Cranberry sources are combined with extracts of the fruit of Lou Han Kuo and/or extracts from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana and/or extracts from the leaves of Chinese Blackberry. Extract from the root of Chinese licorice is used as a stabilizer in the composition. The resulting product is a pleasant tasting dietary supplement, which is easily absorbed by the body in liquid form, and provides substantially therapeutic effects.

Abstract: The present invention relates to effervescent compositions containing active ingredients, in particular dry plant extracts, wherein the acid donor of the effervescent couple is constituted by a dried fruit juice with a natural acid pH, such as freeze-dried citrus fruit juice.

Abstract: The invention relates to raspberry seed oil derivatives prepared by the reaction of dimethicone copolyol and cold pressed raspberry seed oil. The choice of cold pressed raspberry seed oil as a raw material in the preparation of the compounds is critical, since it has been found that the cold pressed raspberry seed oil contains antioxidants, antimicrobial compounds and which when reacted with a water soluble or water dispersible silicone result in products that deliver said actives to the skin and hair, resulting in protection of the skin and hair from environmental factors such as acid rain, ozone attack and UV degradation.

Abstract: This application relates to methods for treating dermatological disorders. The methods include administering a therapeutically effective amount of at least one fruit extract in an amount sufficient to neutralize free radicals; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Preferred fruit extracts include extracts from apricots, apples, peaches, pears, pineapples, papayas, pomegranates, cherries, kiwis, tangerines and oranges. The most preferred extract is extract from pomegranate.

Abstract: Provided is a throat care agent which promotes the secretion of the saliva, promoting the secretion of a large amount of mucin which is a bactericidal component contained in the saliva, inhibiting the adhesion of pathogenic bacteria to the throat, and removing them from the throat to keep it refreshed. A throat care agent comprising a component promoting the secretion of the saliva.

Abstract: The use of a dihydrochalcone-rich polyphenolic fraction in the cosmetic treatment of mammals in order to limit the weight, to improve the aesthetic appearance of the body, and to treat certain non-pathological forms of obesity. The use of a dietary or nutraceutical composition based on this phenolic fraction. A composition based on this polyphenolic fraction for use as a medicinal product in the prevention of diabetes.

Abstract: A topical clotting ointment in which cumin in powder form or in oil form is a blood clotter in combination with an unctuous host substance and one or more infection-specific antiseptics and odorants. Method for manufacture includes processing for suspension of the cumin in the host substance and putting it preferably in a squeezable-tube dispenser (7) having an airtight cap (8).

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 features a novel use of processed ingredients from the Indian mulberry plant, and particularly a novel use of one or more processed Morinda citrifolia-based naturaceutical formulations comprising one or more of a processed Morinda citrifolia fruit juice, puree juice, oil or oil extract, dietary fiber, alcohol extract, etc., for inhibiting and preventing the overgrowth of Candida fungus and for treating Candidiasis and its associated symptoms.

Abstract: A topical composition and method for the treatment of the symptoms of diaper rashes and skin irritations by creating an air circulating mechanism comprising a) bicarbonate of soda; b) corn starch; c) citric acid; d)a carrier oil; e) a pharmaceutically acceptable moisturizer, f) fragrance oil; and g) food grade coloring. The carrier oil is selected from the group consisting of almond oil, coconut ail, sunflower oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, canola oil, evening primrose oil, grapeseed oil, hazelnut oil, jojoba oil, macadamia oil, dive oil, sesame oil, rosehip seed oil, and mixtures thereof. The pharmaceutically acceptable moisturizer is either purified water or witch hazel. In its preferred embodiments, the composition can result in a loose powder for application directly to the diapered skin, an effervescent bath tablet, and as an additive to the bodyfacing layer of a diaper.

Abstract: The present invention features a method for inhibiting, reducing, and/or preventing mutagenesis, or inducing antimutagenesis activity, through the prophylactic administration of a naturaceutical formulation comprising at least one of a processed Morinda citrifolia product. The present invention seeks to provide a natural composition, or naturaceutical, for the purpose of inhibiting both naturally occurring or spontaneous mutagenesis, as well as environmentally induced mutagenesis, within the body of a mammal.

Abstract: Herbal compositions and methods suitable for weight loss management and for treating diabetes are disclosed. The compositions comprise Ferula hermonis or an extract thereof, or Ferula hermonis with selected herbs, extracts thereof, and mixture thereof. The methods of reducing weight, and treating diabetes in patients involve oral administration of the compositions. The invention further relates to a method of extracting and standardizing Ferula hermonis extracts and tincture useful for human health.

Abstract: The present invention features a unique, natural formulation and method of administering the same to treat and prevent diabetes, or rather advances treatment of diabetes, by providing a naturaceutical composition or treatment formulated with one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products as derived from the Indian Mulberry plant. The Morinda citrifolia is particularly adapted to treat Type II diabetes. The Morinda citrifolia product is preferably a leaf extract, but may also be in the form of a juice, a puree juice, a dietary fiber, or other similar forms and is incorporated into various carriers or naturaceutical compositions suitable for in vivo treatment of a patient. The naturaceutical may also combine other food products into the naturaceutical, such as fruit juices, dietary supplements, vitamins and minerals, and others.

Abstract: Implementation of the present invention takes place in association with the utilization of one or more processed products produced from the Indian Mulberry plant, scientifically known as Morinda citrifolia L., to treat one or more eye disorders that affect vision, such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, retinitis pigmentosa, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, night blindness, color blindness, and other related conditions. The processed Morinda citrifolia products from the Indian Mulberry plant may be in the form of a dietary supplement, eye drops, or in another suitable form.

Abstract: A unique composition of material for manufacturing a cleansing cream has an excellent cleansing effect of greasy dirt, pigments and cosmetic residues from human skin. The basic composition of material of this invention to render the cleansing effect of greasy dirt, pigments and cosmetic residues from human skin is composed of ducks' fat oil and sodium carbonate, Na2CO3. The cleansing cream of this invention is excellent in cleansing greasy, viscous high molecular organic materials from not only human skin but also leathers, cloths, tiles, plastic and metal surfaces, by just pasting the cream and scrubbing. The cream can be wiped out with a tissue or cloth towel, rinsed with warm water. Alternatively, the cream can be allowed to stay on the skin and surface following the cleansing. The cleansing cream of this invention is non-toxic, non-allergic to human skin and environmentally affirmative. The cleansing cream of this invention is especially suitable for washing out of disguise pigments from a soldier's face.

Abstract: A composition including an aliquot of the herb Herba Epimedii; and an aliquot of at least three supplemental herbs selected from the group consisting of Fructus Rosae Laevigatae; Fructus Rubi; Fructus Psoralea; Radix Morindae Officinalis; Fructus Schisandrac Chinensis; Fructus Ligustri Lucidi; Semen Cuscutae; and Radix Astragali. A composition including icariin; ursolic acid; ellagic acid; psoralen; deoxyschizandrin; oleanolic acid; quercetin; aslvagaloside; and an extract of the herb Radix Morindae Officinalis. Methods including administering a composition directed at treatment of various kidney disorders or the promotion of kidney health and to the overall health of the kidney, including the use of a composition in the treatment of prostate cancer, prophylatic prostate health, reduction of polyuria, incontinence, proteinuria, as well as for sexual satisfaction.

Abstract: The present invention features methods and formulations or compositions for the treatment of colon cancer, and particularly for the inhibition, prevention and/or reduction of cancerous cell growth, as well as the destruction of early stage cancerous cells within the colon region of a mammal, wherein the formulations and compositions comprise an identified amount or concentration of a processed Morinda citrifolia product or an active ingredient there from, as obtained from the Indian Mulberry plant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition in solid form comprising a poorly water soluble drug, a solubilizing component, and a surfactant which is semisolid or solid. The poorly soluble drug may e.g. be a cyclosporing or a macrolide.

Abstract: Disclosed is a chewing gum composition capable of eliminating nicotine component from the body of a person chewing the chewing gum. Such a chewing gum composition functions to convert the nicotine produced in a human body after smoking to cotinine and to discharge the cotinine into urine. Accordingly, by chewing the chewing gum of the present invention, not only nicotine can be eliminated from the body, but also the incidence of cancer due to nicotine can be largely reduced.

Abstract: Disease states, disorders, conditions or afflictions manifesting excessive synthesis and/or release of bradykinin are therapeutically treating by administering to individuals in need of such treatment, an effective bradykinin antagonist amount of at least one extract of at least one plant of the Rosaceae family.

Abstract: An herbal composition is disclosed and claimed. One of the compositions disclosed includes the combination of sage leaf, red raspberry leaf, bayberry bark, capsicum pepper, damiana leaf, ginger root, licorice root, vaierian root, black cohosh root, red clover extract and kudzu root. Other compositions of the herbs are disclosed and claimed. The composition is bound in tablet form and administered orally. Alternatively, the composition is applied to the skin of the user as a cream, a patch or spray.

Abstract: The present invention embraces methods for improved treatment of osteoarthritis by featuring a naturaceutical formulation or composition for treating osteoarthritis and its associated or related conditions. The present invention further features methods of treating osteoarthritis and its related conditions. In particular, the present invention relates to providing a treatment for osteoarthritis that includes one or more processed products described below as derived and produced from the Indian Mulberry plant, scientifically known as Morinda citrifolia L.

Abstract: A composition including an aliquot of the herb Herba Epimedii; and an aliquot of at least three supplemental herbs selected from the group consisting of Fructus Rosae laevigatae; Fructus Rubi; Fructus Psoralea; Radix Morindae officinalis; Fructus Schisandrac chinensis; Fructus Ligustri lucidi; Semen Cuscutae; and Radix Astragali. A composition including icariin; ursolic acid; ellagic acid; psoralen; deoxyschizandrin; oleanolic acid; quercetin; aslvagaloside; and an extract of the herb Radix Morindae Officinalis. Methods including administering a composition directed at treatment of various kidney disorders or the promotion of kidney health and to the overall health of the kidney, including the use of a composition in the treatment of prostate cancer, prophylatic prostate health, reduction of polyuria, incontinence, proteinuria, as well as for sexual satisfaction.

Abstract: The present invention features methods and formulations or compositions, such as a naturaceutical formulation, for treating and preventing headaches, and particularly migraine headaches, as well as methods and formulations for treating the conditions and symptoms often associated with migraine headaches. The naturaceutical formulations comprise an identified amount of a processed Morinda citrifolia product by weight, and the method comprises the prophylactic administration of the processed Morinda citrifolia product-based naturaceutical formulation in a safe, pre-determined or identified amount for a safe, pre-determined frequency, for a safe, pre-determined duration of time.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of preparing an extract of the herb sea buckthorn. In the absence of oxygen and metals berries of sea buckthorn are mixed with a vegetable oil and the mixture is incubated, which results in the extraction of liposoluble components of the berries into the vegetable oil. The extract is then separated from the berries. A composition is prepared of about 5 to about 95 wt % of the extract, 0 to about 95 wt % of an extract of a herb selected from the group consisting of rose hips (Rosa species), St. John's wort (Hypericus perforatum), chickweed herb (Stellaria media), plantain herb (Plantago major), calendula flowers (Calendula officinalis), and mixtures thereof, prepared by extracting liposoluble components of the herb into a vegetable oil in the absence of oxygen and metal, 0 to about 10 wt % of an essential oil, 0 to about 15 wt % of an antioxidant, and 0 to about 80 wt % of a diluent. The composition is applied to open skin lesions to promote their healing.

Abstract: Compositions derived from traditional Chinese herbal medicines, medicinal plants and extracts thereof, are provided for the prevention and treatment of cancers especially cancer of the lung, esophagus, stomach, oral cavity and prostate as well as for treating Helicobacter pylori infection. The compositions of the invention are obtained through specific techniques and have demonstrated efficacy for chemoprevention of cancers of the lung, esophagus, stomach, and the oral cavity as well as exhibiting in vitro activity against prostate cancer and leukemic cell lines. The compositions are useful as adjuncts to conventional surgery or radiotherapy treatments in patients with esophageal cancer. The compositions are effective as a treatment for H. pylori infection. Currently, there is no effective chemopreventive agent for these cancers. The current invention addresses a special need in cancer control.

Abstract: The use of an improved method for freeze concentration is disclosed. The method provides for first freezing components of a pulpy slurry of morinda citrifolia. More dilute components are extracted after the initial freezing. A secondary freezing process at a lower temperature allows more concentrated portions of a morinda citrifolia slurry to be removed. Flavor and therapeutic oils remain in the resulting concentrate for improved flavor and health benefits.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for identifying a composition of Cinnamomi and Poria. This invention further provides a composition comprising: Ramulus Cinnamomi, Poria Cortex, Moutan Radicis, Radix Paeonize Alba, and Semen Persicae. This invention provides various uses of these compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides tyrosinase inhibiting extracts from dictotyledonous plant species indigenous to Canada and compositions containing the extracts for the treatment of skin, particularly skin lightening. The present invention also provides a method of detecting tyrosinase activity in an extract of a dicotyledonous plant species indigenous to Canada.