Abstract: There are provided various compounds and compositions comprising polyunsaturated fatty acid monoglycerides and derivatives thereof. These compounds and compositions can be useful as cancer chemopreventive agents. They can also be useful for enhancing solubility of various active agents and enhancing their bioavailability.

Abstract: A propellant-free foamable transparent composition, foamable by mixing with air or by hand rubbing, comprises a water-immiscible oil composition comprising at least one water-immiscible oil, which may be a mineral oil or vegetable oil, a siloxane resin foam stabiliser which is miscible in the water-immiscible oil composition to form a transparent liquid, and potentially a siloxane resin solubilising agent. The composition may be used for cosmetic applications.

Abstract: The present invention concerns the use of an oil-in-water emulsion where the interior of oil droplets exhibit interfaces, between lipophilic domains and hydrophilic or amphiphilic domains, due to the presence of a lipophilic additive solubilized inside the oil droplets and which is used for delayed release of active elements such that the release of at least one active element, which has a octanol/water partitioning coefficient logP higher than ?1, corresponds to a higher Tmax than the Tmax obtained for the simple reference oil-in-water emulsion where no lipophilic additive is used.

Abstract: Disclosed are a concentrated beverage composition for hair health care, a method of manufacturing the concentrated beverage composition, and a natural tea comprising the same. The concentrated beverage composition for hair health care comprises 100 parts by weight of water, 10 to 20 parts by weight of Pleuropterus multiflorus extract, 5 to 20 parts by weight of Sophora flavescens extract, 1 to 5 parts by weight of black bean extract, 5 to 10 parts by weight of African black sesame extract; 1 to 10 parts by weight of pomegranate extract; 5 to 10 parts by weight of Oenothera odorata seeds extract; and 5 to 10 parts by weight of Sophora japonica extract.

Abstract: A specially formulated oil seed and nut based natural product composition useful in lowering total serum cholesterol and low density lipoprotein levels and increasing high density lipoprotein levels in humans. The composition is preferably formed by heating a variety of types of oil seeds and nuts at a predetermined temperature and for a predetermined period of time, categorizing the individual types of seeds and nuts into individual sets, grinding the seeds and nuts in each set into a meal, and combining the meals from each set to form a single composition.

Abstract: A method of forming water soluble microparticles is disclosed that includes the steps of providing a water insoluble food supplement, mixing the food supplement in a water miscible polar solvent, heating the mixture to increase the solubility and dissolve the food supplement into the solvent to form a saturated solution, and streaming the solution into water to form a solvent-water mix such that microparticles of the food supplement are produced

Abstract: A body supplement and method for improving blood flow, muscle chemistry and/or the oxygenation of muscles, said supplement including cinchona bark or quinine in the range of approximately 0.0010 grams and 4.0 grams per dosage.

Abstract: Method for oxygen treatment of liquid unsaturated carbon compounds with carbon number between 6 and 26 wherein the material is placed in a reaction chamber (11), a mixture ozone and oxygen is passed through the material, and by controlling the flow rate of the gas mixture through the material the temperature of the reaction is controlled to remain below a predetermined maximum value being 100° C. As a result of the reaction a novel material is obtained which has an epoxy-structure, has a higher density and smaller viscosity than the starting material, it has excellent burning properties and can be used as a limited rate source of oxygen. The apparatus for carrying of the method comprises an oxygen source, and ozonizer (6), a reaction chamber (11) for containing the liquid starting material, a gas pump (13) for removing the gas from the reaction chamber, and a temperature control system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the application of linseed extract to the eye. Linseed extract is useful in the manufacture of a medicament of the treatment of Dry Eye, and for delivering a drug to the eye.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, in particular a bread, containing a cereal milling product, wherein the composition has a carbohydrate fraction of less than 15% by weight and an omega-3 fatty acid content of at least 2% by weight.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods for preparing foods and beverages that contain additives, such as nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and supplements, such as essential fatty acids, including omega-3 fatty acids, omega-6 fatty acids, conjugated fatty acids, and other fatty acids; phytochemicals, including phytosterols; other oils; and coenzymes, including Coenzyme Q10, and other oil-based additives.

Abstract: The present invention relates to demucilaged flax sprouts derived from flaxseeds freed of their mucilage. The flax sprouts according to the invention are easily digestible and can be utilized in different fields, e.g. in food industry, therapy and hus-handry. The invention also relates to the production process and applications of the demucilaged flax sprouts. The present invention further relates to a process for recovering mucilaginous substance generated as a by-product in the production process as well as to various applications thereof.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the libido in an adult human comprising the administering of a composition, comprising an effective amount of the amino acids tryptophan and phenylalanine and an effective amount of omega oils.

Abstract: A method and composition for the treatment of diabetic neuropathy is disclosed. A preferred embodiment of the invention relates to a topical composition for the treatment of systems related to diabetic neuropathy by application to the affected area. The composition provides relief of these symptoms and inhibits those factors that contribute to these systems, such as an aldose reductase inhibitor A preferred embodiment of the invention relates to a method of treatment for diabetic neuropathy utilizing a regime of administrations of a topical composition in amounts effective to counter those areas of the body affected by peripheral neuropathy. Yet another preferred embodiment of the invention relates to a method of improvement of those areas effected by diabetic peripheral neuropathy using a topical composition over an effective period of time.

Abstract: The present invention provides multi-step methods for treating pain and/or inflammation. In a preferred embodiment, the method comprises administering to a patient in need of relief of pain and/or inflammation the following three components: (1) a skin penetration enhancer; (2) a daytime analgesic; and (3) a nighttime joint and muscle rejuvenator. The present invention also provides an analgesic composition comprising PHYTOLANE LS® and garlic oil, preferably in a cream or ointment base.

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions with a capillary-active system with application-relevant differentiability and synergistic potential for use in mammals, especially humans. The invention accordingly relates to a composition that has a capillary-active system C optionally containing a capillary activator system CA consisting of drugs that increase blood flow, stabilize the vascular wall, and/or dilate the blood vessels; and/or a capillary-protective system CP comprising drugs for endothelial stabilization, lipoprotein protection, and for stabilization of leukocytes/platelets; and/or a capillary energy supply system CE comprising redox systems and cofactors in energy provision and energy carriers. This system C is combined with a selective action system S.

Abstract: Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogenic sugars and other impurities. The resulting lignan containing product may be formulated for the treatment of various conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, lupus, and atherosclerosis.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions for promoting general health and well-being, comprising an extract of a botanical raw material, wherein said extract inhibits the carboxyl demethylating activity of a protein phosphatase, and methods of making and using same.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dietetic and nutritional compositions containing: a) glucomannan, b) Opuntia ficus indica, c) microcrystalline cellulose present a high gastrointestinal swelling index, which induces an immediate feeling of fullness, release of cholecystokinins and slowing of gastric voiding that prolongs the feeling of fullness. Associating the complex of three vegetable fibers with a mixture of freeze-dried mucilages increases its gastrointestinal swelling properties.

Abstract: Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogenic sugars and other impurities. The resulting lignan containing product may be formulated for the treatment of various conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, lupus, and atherosclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to liquid dosage forms of nanoparticulate active agents having very low viscosities.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of omega-3 fatty acid(s) or the marine and/or vegetable omega-3 fatty acid(s) source for preparing a drug for treating a hypercholesterolemia caused by the anti-retroviral treatment of patients infected by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by limiting a non-HDL fraction of circulating lipoproteins and to a combined product comprising at least one type of omega-3 fatty acid and at least one type of anti-retroviral agent for simultaneous, separate or temporally gradual use.

Abstract: Methods for increasing energy in men and women include ingesting internally, twice a day, products that include, for women, multivitamins, multiminerals, high-calcium bone support products, high-ORAC super food products, and enzymes, and, for men, multivitamins, multiminerals, prostate support products, high-ORAC super food products, and enzymes.

Abstract: A natural composition formulated to modulate multiple pathophysiological processes in order to facilitate homeostatic glucose metabolism in a patient, and more particularly to increase insulin sensitivity in the same. The natural composition is a safe and effective formulation for the etiological prevention and treatment of diseases, complications, conditions, or disorders associated with chronic or long-term destabilization of glucose metabolism.

Abstract: A Phytoceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of menopause disorders and symptoms is provided. A specific combination of extracts of plants is taught, as well as principles for varying the formulations based on categorizing plants into one of three groups, Energy, Bio-Intelligence, and Organization and selecting several plants from each group. Such combinations have synergistic effects, with minimal side effects.

Abstract: A composition for use in softgel capsules comprises one or more esters of phytosterols and/or phytostanols which have been treated to enhance their flowability at ambient temperatures prior to or concurrent with softgel formation.

Abstract: A process for imparting healthful dosages of flaxseed to mammals and a muffin-based regimen for providing a healthful and therapeutic dosage of Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid, in combination with desiderata selected from the group consisting of cinnamon, fiber, bananas, walnuts, carrots—optionally, without any negative impact upon the subject articles' ability to maintain their palatable and gustatorily attractive character.

Abstract: Topical cosmetic compositions for application to the skin comprises a suitable diluent or carrier in combination with a synergistic mixture of three anti-free-radical agents selected from ascorbic acid, its salts, esters, glucosides and glucosamines; tocopherol and its esters; herbal extracts selected from gingko biloba, morus alba, origanum vulgare, panax ginseng, rosmarinus officinalis, birch extract, camellia sinensis, acerola cherry powder and grape seed oil.

Abstract: This invention describes feed supplement, and processes which increase the amount of essential fatty acids in the milk, eggs, meat and other by-products from animals including dairy cattle, beef cattle, goats and poultry. The food supplement described herein includes specific fish meal, fish oil, algae or plant dietary supplements combined with a natural ingredient/coating mixture, which can be either talc, clay or combinations; or mixtures of talc or clay with flax sprout powder to achieve enhanced levels of the essential fatty acids in the milk, eggs, meat and processed livestock products from animals fed this dietary supplement. In ruminants, the natural ingredient/coating mixture prevents microbial degradation of the essential fatty acids in the rumen stomach of the animals fed with this composition, thus providing more of the essential fatty acids to the animal, for their use. This in turn results in improved concentrations in the milk, meat and processed products from these animals.

Abstract: Topical anti-inflammatory compositions are described that include effective amounts of a linseed extract and a licorice extract. In addition, methods of reducing inflammation are described, which include applying topically to a site of inflammation an effective amount of a composition comprising a linseed extract and a licorice extract.

Abstract: Compositions are described comprising at least partially defatted meal from a plant source containing protein-bound tryptophan, preferably squash seeds, and, optionally, a carbohydrate source provided in an amount capable of facilitating transport of in vivo generated tryptophan across the blood brain barrier. Also described are dietary supplements, foods and beverages comprising the composition of the invention to reduce anxiety.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for improving the cell protection which comprises the administration of a combination of the extracts of the plants Vitis vinifera and Lycopersicon esculentum with the vitamins C, E, beta-carotene and optionally selenium. Said combination can be used in the prevention of phatological conditions related in part to an overproduction of free radicals like aging, arteriosclerosis and cancer.

Abstract: Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogenic sugars and other impurities. The resulting lignan containing product may be formulated for the treatment of various conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, lupus, and atherosclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel adjuvants which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides vaccine formulations comprising oil bodies and an antigen and methods for preparing the vaccines and the use of the vaccines to elicit an immune response.

Abstract: Flexible elastomer articles and methods of making the same are disclosed in which a material, a botanical extract, is incorporated into an elastomer emulsion, solution and/or plastisol in order to enhance the physical and therapeutic properties of articles made from these materials. In another aspect, the invention relates to coating surfaces of flexible elastomer articles with a non-Aloe vera mucinous botanical or laboratory produced polysaccharide which is fortified by additives known to protect, restore and moisturize mammalian skin or mucosa and to enhance ease of application or donnability of the article. Flexible elastomer articles include gloves and other single layer or multi-layer flexible elastomer articles.

Abstract: Compositions are described comprising at least partially defatted meal from a plant source containing protein-bound tryptophan, preferably squash seeds, and, optionally, a carbohydrate source provided in an amount capable of facilitating transport of in vivo generated tryptophan across the blood brain barrier. Also described are dietary supplements, foods and beverages comprising the composition of the invention to induce sleep or provide tryptophan supplementation to individuals in need thereof.

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: Compositions in gel form or suppository are provided for treatment of vaginal dryness, wherein the composition comprises certain herbal compounds, with or without a vitamin such as, for example, vitamin A, C, D or E. The compositions may include an anti-bacterial agent and are applied to the affected area in an amount which is effective to provide the required relief when applied over a period of time.

Abstract: An injectable bone mineral substitute material composition comprises an inorganic bone cement powder and a biologically compatible oil. The oil is an intermixture with the cement powder at a concentration of less than 10 wt % of the total weight of the composition in order to improve the rheology of the same. In a method of intermixing a powder of an implant material and a biologically compatible oil to a composition the oil is mixed with the powder of implant material at an elevated temperature.

Abstract: Topical anti-inflammatory compositions are described that include effective amounts of a linseed extract and a licorice extract. In addition, methods of reducing inflammation are described, which include applying topically to a site of inflammation an effective amount of a composition comprising a linseed extract and a licorice extract.

Abstract: A resistant to body fluids, organic oil-based topical transdermal composition for the alleviation and treatment of infant skin conditions, including, dry, sensitive, chapped, cracked, itching reddened, and flaking skin, as well as infant skin infirmities associated with eczema, dermatitis, and diaper rash, which has as main constituents, organic oil lipids, vitamin A, tocopheral linoleate, and tincture of benzoin, in an organic beeswax emulsifying base.

Abstract: A dietary supplement blend composition is disclosed, the basic formulation of the composition containing vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids. The composition can also contain bioflavonoids, cartilage protectors such as glucosamine or chondroitin, &agr;-lipoic acid, coenzyme Q10, and a source of omega-3 fatty acids such as flax seed oil. The composition is beneficial for improving health and preventing disease, particularly for degenerative conditions. A method for supplementing the diet is also disclosed, wherein the quantity of daily rations of the dietary supplement blend composition is determined based on the person's age, body weight, and quality of diet.

Abstract: There is disclosed a topical composition having substantially undifferentiated plant seed cells and, preferably, a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable vehicle. There is also a method for topically applying the composition. There are also methods for delivering a consistent level of an active to skin, nail, lips and/or hair and for enhancing the therapeutic efficacy of a topical composition having substantially undifferentiated plant seed cells.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement includes flaxseed oil, ginger, sesame, citrus, garlic, tumeric, vitamins and minerals. The nutritional supplement preferably includes about 400 to 800 mg of flaxseed oil, about 50 to 100 mg of ginger, about 50 to 100 mg of sesame, about 50 to 100 mg of citrus, about 50 to 100 of garlic, about 10 to 30 mg of tumeric, about 6 to 10 mg of Vitamin C, about 1 to 5 IU of Vitamin E, about 0.25 to 1 mg of Vitamin B6, about 0.25 to 1 mg of niacin, about 3 to 6 mg of magnesium, and about 0.25 to 1 mg of zinc. The nutritional supplement may be used in a method of treating inflammation by administering to a patient in need thereof an effective dose of the nutritional supplement.

Abstract: A synergistic insecticide is provided by the addition of sodium lauryl sulfate or lecithin to an essential oil, preferably an essential oil which has been deregulated by the Environmental Protection Agency, to enable independently inactive or relatively inactive materials to provide commercially acceptable insecticidal properties without the need for undesirable poisons that may be toxic to humans and pets.

Abstract: An enteral pharmaceutical preparation for the treatment of psoriasis in affected persons includes black cumin oil (nigella sativa). The preparation may further include dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as flax oil (oleum lini).

Abstract: The use of phospholipids of animal origin, rich in unsaturated fatty acids of the n-3 series to produce a suitable dietetic and/or pharmaceutical preparation for improving or restoring good mood, fighting against depressive states, chronic fatigue syndrome and asthenia, as well as for attenuating hyperactivity syndrome which can be associated with vegetable oils rich in unsaturated fatty acids of the n-3 series and/or fish oil, and/or vitamins.

Abstract: A first pharmacologically active substance contained in a pharmaceutical, which acts on a specific biological function, is released according to a predetermined release profile (D.1), FIG. 1, and generates a first activity profile (I.1) that has flank phases with increasing and decreasing activity intensity. For changing such flank phases, an additional pharmacologically active substance is used which acts on the same biological function and which is released according to a release profile (D.2) such that its activity profile (I.2) overlays the first activity profile (I.1) within the flank phase to be changed. For shortening an end flank phase, an additional substance is used whose activity is counter to the activity of the first substance and cancels, reduces, or overpowers this activity in its declining phase. Accordingly, with the aforementioned pharmaceutical, undesirable aftereffects of a pharmacologically active substance, for example, can be prevented.

Abstract: The invention relates to dermatological agents and methods for treating dermatological disorders. The dermatological agents include a therapeutically effective amount of at least one acid selected from ellagic acid, ferrulic acid, caffeic acid, or tannic acid in an amount sufficient to strengthen cell membranes in the skin. The at least one acid is preferably combined with at least one of a moisturizing agent, an anti-inflammatory component, an immunity boosting component or an additional anti-oxidant, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: An herbal formulation comprises betaine HCl, plant enzymes, papain, probiotic micro flora, fruitooligosaccharides, l-glutamine, quercitin, butyric acid, borage seed, flax seed, lecithin, gamma oryzanol, bromelain, pepsin, and N-acetylglucosamine.