Abstract: A method for obtaining an immune response to a non-enteric pathogen antigen (NEPA) such as hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) by feeding the antigen in a plant material to an animal that is immunoreceptive to the NEPA. It has now been discovered that the animal may be made immunoreceptive to the NEPA such as HBsAg by prior primary immunization. When the animal is made immunoreceptive by a prior, e.g. primary, immunization, an immune response to the NEPA may be boosted in the animal by feeding the animal the plant material containing the NEPA. For example, an animal, e.g. a human, that previously had a positive response to primary immunization against hepatitis B, can have a booster response to HBsAg by feeding the animal the antigen in a plant material. The plant material is a substance comprising a physiologically acceptable plant material, especially potatoes, containing the NEPA, e.g. hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). The NEPA, e.g.

Abstract: A method and composition made from extraction of the roots of Cissus Quadrangularis Linn plant is disclosed. The method comprises washing, drying and grinding the roots to provide a powdered root. A first solvent is added to the powdered root to extract a mixture comprising one or more keto-steroids and impurities. A second solvent is added to the mixture of the partially extracted powdered root and first solvent, wherein the one or more keto-steroids is substantially soluble in the second solvent and the impurities are soluble in the first solvent. A highly purified composition obtained by the method may be further combined with at least one excipient to provide a high yield keto-sterone composition having a predetermined keto-sterone content. A dose of the keto-sterone composition may be administered to a person to promote lean body mass, treat damaged or diseased connective tissue and provide an analgesic effect while reducing cortisol.

Abstract: The present inventions relates to a vegetabilic, preferably potato, fiber preparation and fractions thereof for use as a supplement, a functional food, a functional mix, a pro health product and a pharmaceutical composition; it further relates to a food additive, and a food product, a feed additive and a feed product, a beverage, a supplement, a functional mix, a functional food, a health food and a pharmaceutical composition for inhibition of the effects of a dietary carcinogenic substance in humans and animals; and for inhibition of the development of neoplasma upon exposure of a human or animal for a dietary carcinogenic substance. Further it relates to a medicament, and its uses for the manufacture of a medicament for inhibition of the effects of a dietary carcinogenic substance in humans and animals; and for inhibition of the development of neoplasma upon exposure of a human or animal for a dietary carcinogenic substance.

Abstract: An antitussive agent. A composition for relieving, preventing and/or treating cough includes a sufficient amount of Cynanchi Atrati Radix extract as an active component. The effective Cynanchi Atrati Radix extract is prepared by extracting Cynanchi Atrati Radix with water, ethanol, hexane, ethyl acetate or a combination thereof. The crude extract can be further fractioned by ultrafiltration or reverse phase column.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for enhancing fertility in a male individual comprising extracts of radish seeds, celery seeds, black seeds and ginger rhizome, methods of enhancing fertility in a male individual comprising the step of administering said composition, and the use of said composition as a medicament.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition of Radix Codonopsis and Radix Astragali of which the main component is prepared according to a certain weight ratio of Radix Codonopsis and Radix Astragali. The invention also provides a method of preparing the pharmaceutical composition and its applications in the preparation of an immunoregulator and medicaments for the treatment of ischemic heart diseases and acute lung injury.

Abstract: This invention provides two novel herbal compositions. The first herbal composition contains Radix Clematidis, Radix Angelicae Pubescentis, Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii, Radix Saposhnikoviae, Radix Gentianae Macrophyllae. The second herbal composition contains Radix Angelicae Sinensis, Rhizoma Chuanxiong, Cortex Eucommiae, and Radix Achyranthis Bidentataeas. It is preferred to mix the two herbal compositions together to achieve preventive and therapeutic effects on inflammatory and rheumatic arthritic diseases in human and livestock. The herbal compositions of the present invention can be used as a pharmaceutical composition, a dietary supplement or a feed. This invention also provides processes for making the herbal compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods of treating a patient having a condition selected from the group of cerebral stroke, heart stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, brain or nervous system trauma, or neuroplasticity wherein the composition comprises: (i) at least 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 or 14 of: Radix Astragali (milkvetch root or Huang Qi); Rhizoma Salviae Miltiorrhizae root (red sage or Dan Shen); Radix Paeoniae Rubra (red peony or chi shao); Ligusticum Chuanxiong (Chuan Xiong); Rhizoma Notoginseng (Sanqi); Odoriferous Rosewood (Jiang Xiang); Scorpion (Quan Xie); Radix Polygalae (Yuan Zhi); Grassleaf sweetflag (Shi Changpu); Leech (Hirudo or Shuizhi); Ground beetle (Tu Bie Chong); Cow bezoar (calculus Bovis artifactus or Rengong Niuhuang); Gambirplant (ramulus uncariae cum uncis or Gou teng); and (ii) an agent used in Western medicine.

Abstract: The invention is related to methods and compositions for increasing milk production in animals using a saponin containing composition. In an embodiment, the invention is a method for increasing milk production of an animal comprising administering an initiation dose of a saponin-containing composition to the animal within five days before or after the time of freshening of the animal, and administering a plurality of maintenance doses of the saponin-containing composition to the animal.

Abstract: A biologically active composition which has desirable properties, for example, anti-microbial and anti-cancer properties is disclosed. A process for preparing active ingredient(s) of the composition of the present invention, including, for example, extraction of the active ingredient(s) from a natural product is also disclosed. The biologically active composition may be extracted from a part of a variety of the walnut species J. regia L.

Abstract: A method of producing active component fractions from dried and ground root material of a species of the rheum family by extraction with ethanol, removal of lipophilic minor components and methanol, followed by shaking in ethyl acetate and separating the combined ethyl acetate phase into a limited number of fractions by columnar chromatography in the presence of an eluant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preventing or treating edema or dermatitis using Glehnia littoralis Fr. Schmidt et Miquel extract. The Glehnia littoralis Fr. Schmidt et Miquel extract extracted using water, alcohol or a mixture thereof as a solvent inhibits production or secretion of cytokine regulators, the inflammatory mediators, but has no side effects such as toxicity, so that the extract can be effectively used for preventing and treating edema or different types of dermatitis accompanying inflammation.

Abstract: Jinshuye styptic compositions, preparation methods and applications thereof are disclosed. A Jinshuye styptic composition is a plant preparation made by extracting leaf and stem of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas, Jinshu), by purification and water extraction to obtain polysaccharides as active ingredients from the raw materials. Such a composition has the effects of invigorating spleen, cooling blood and stopping bleeding. Such a composition can be used for treatment of ITP, thrombocytopenia caused by radiotherapy and chemotherapy of tumors, and skin purpura caused by other factors.

Abstract: A polygalatenoside useful as an antidepressant agent having the formula is disclosed: wherein R, R? and R? independently are H or R1, provided that R, R? and R? are not all H, wherein R1 is wherein R2 is hydrogen, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy or halogen; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Preferably, R2 is H.

Abstract: The present invention provides a skin care product comprising at least two enhancers and at least one skin care ingredient, wherein the at least two enhancers are selected from cyclodextrin, pentasodium pentetate, phytic acid, potassium citrate, sodium citrate, potassium gluconate and sodium gluconate.

Abstract: An herbal composition that provides anti-cancer effects, especially for breast cancer.

Abstract: An improving agent for impairment of learning and memory containing yokukansan is provided as an easy and simple means for enhancing memory of aged people, etc. and for improving the impairment of learning and memory.

Abstract: A method for treating osteoporosis in a subject in need of such treatment includes administering orally to the subject an effective amount of an extract product of a Dioscorea species capable of promoting proliferation and differentiation of bone marrow cells in the subject. Particularly, the Dioscorea species is Dioscorea alata L. cv.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the libido in an adult human comprising the administering of a composition, comprising an effective amount of an herbal aphrodisiac selected from the group consisting of those herbs, which are purported to enhance the libido in humans, and an effective amount of omega oils.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are processes for preparing extract products from the root of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. and the extract products thus obtained, which are biologically active in promoting the proliferation, growth and/or differentiation of hematocytes and bone marrow cells in vitro and in vivo.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for treating diabetic complications, which comprises administering an extract obtained by: crashing and drying any one selected from Euphorbiae radix, gingered Magnolia bark, parched Puerariae radix and Glycyrrhizae radix; extracting the dried herbal material with alcohol or aqueous alcohol solution; filtering the extract; and concentrating the filtrate under reduced pressure.

Abstract: Epimeredinoside A extracted from Epimeredi indica root, oral pharmaceutics made up with the Epimeredi indica root extract and at least one pharmaceutical adjuvant, and preparatory method for the oral pharmaceutics. The root extract is the extracta sicca prepared by water extraction and concentration of Epimeredi indica root, and contains 0.10% to 1.50% of epimeredinoside A. The inventive pharmaceutics of Epimeredi indica root extract do not contain any hormone and progesterone is not needed to be taken to prevent a side effect after using the drug. The pharmaceutics has doubtless effect in treating female menopause.

Abstract: A topical composition having (i) an isolated polypeptide having the sequence of SEQ ID NO: 1 or a functional equivalent thereof, and (ii) a cosmetically acceptable carrier; and use thereof.

Abstract: A method of producing an enriched flavonoid aglycone extract from starting material containing a suitable flavonoid glycoside and/or conjugate thereof comprising the steps of: (i) enzymatically converting the flavonoid glycoside or conjugate thereof into the flavonoid aglycone; (ii) adjusting the pH to render the flavonoid aglycone soluble and removing the insoluble fraction; and (iii) adjusting the pH to render the soluble flavonoid aglycone relatively insoluble and forming an extract containing the same.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are processes for preparing extract products from the root of Polygonum multiflorum Thunb. and the extract products thus obtained, which are biologically active in promoting the proliferation, growth and/or differentiation of hematocytes and bone marrow cells in vitro and in vivo.

Abstract: A process and composition for controlling fecal hair excretion and trichobezoar formation in animals such as cats and rabbits is provided and includes feeding the animal a composition comprising from about 10 to about 42 wt % crude protein, from about 4 to about 30 wt % fat, from about 1 to about 25 wt % total dietary fiber, and a supplemental fiber source. The supplemental fiber source is present in amounts which provide from about 1 to about 13 weight percent of supplemental total dietary fiber. The animal is maintained on the diet for a sufficient period of time to control fecal hair excretion and trichobezoar formation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for maintenance of bone health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of bone disorders. It also relates to the use of the composition in the manufacture of a nutritional product, a supplement, a treat or a medicament; and a method of promoting bone growth or for the maintenance of bone health, which comprises administering an effective amount of the composition.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement for inhibiting sensorineural hearing loss includes from about 0.25 to about 6.0 wt. % thiamin, from about 0.1 to about 10 wt. % pyridoxiyl-5-phosphate, from about 0.01 to about 10 wt. % folic acid, from about 0.025 to about 4.0 wt. % hydroxycobalamin, from about 1 to about 7 wt. % magnesium, from about 0.25 to about 6.0 wt. % zinc, from about 0.001 to about 0.02 wt. % selenium, from about 0.1 to about 10 wt. % manganese, from about 5 to about 50 wt. % ginger root P.E. 4:1, from about 5 to about 40 wt. % citrus bioflavonoids, from about 2.5 to about 40 wt. % 1-cystine, from about 5 to about 40 wt. % n-acetlyl-l-carnitine, from about 1 to about 40 wt. % alpha lipoic acid, from about 1 to about 40 wt. % coenzyme Q10, from about 1 to about 40 wt. % green tea extract, and from about 1 to about 60 wt. % resveratrol.

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 cocos, 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: A method of extracting phytoprogestogenic compounds from herbs and their use in preparing a medicament for treating humans requiring progesterone replacement or supplement. Assay systems to quantify progesterone and progestogenic receptor activity and a method for assembling a kit for the assays are also provided.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition for agricultural use, containing Chloranthus henryi extract or a sesquiterpene compound separated from Chloranthus henryi extract as an active ingredient, the composition having a antifungal activity against phytopathogenic fungi.

Abstract: This invention provides a process of producing extract comprises growth-stimulation components from husks, kernels, leaves, fruit-stems, branches, stems, roots, seed's shells and barks and their applications. A use of composition comprising the extract from the husks, kernels, leaves, fruit-stems, branches, stems, roots, seed's shells and barks of Wenguanguo for stimulating the cell activities comprising growth-stimulation by administering an appropriate amount of the above composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the extraction of plants, especially roots, of the plant genus Pelargonium, characterised in that the plants are extracted with an ethanol-free solvent or a mixture of ethanol-free solvents, selected from the group consisting of water and at least one monohydric alcohol with at least three carbon atoms, water and at least one polyhydric alcohol, water and at least one inorganic, organic, monoprotic or polyprotic acid or a derivative thereof, at least one vegetable oil and carbon dioxide.

Abstract: A dietary supplement composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of at least one sirt 1 activating agent, a therapeutically effective amount of at least one Qi activating agent, and a therapeutically effective amount of at least one adaptogen is disclosed. An optional herbal treatment for stress-related deep wrinkles comprises chronic oral administration for at least two weeks of a beverage containing an effective amount of a valerian root extract sufficient to provide a desired reduction in the appearance of the deep wrinkles. A photoprotective agent may also be included. Also included are a microcirculation increasing agent. Also optional are an herbal toner and topical cellulite product.

Abstract: Present invention provides an efficient way of enhancing male erectile function, without the fear of unknown long-term ill-effect as a result of taking medication orally. The additive of present invention can be used by condom manufacturers directly as part of the lubricant coating. The composition of the additive pursuant to present invention will cause the dilating and expansion of arteries sending blood to the chambers of corpora cavernosa and corpus spongiosum, and at the same time, cause the restricting and contracting of veins that take blood away. As a result, the hardness of penile erection is increases. Particularly, the staying power is enhanced and time of erection is prolonged, leading to increased sexual intercourse time and better sexual satisfaction.

Abstract: Products based on beta vulgaris and especially red beet and methods for producing the same are provided. The orally administered beta vulgaris based products are adapted to be used for reducing homocysteine levels as well as reducing the cholesterol levels in the blood among other therapeutic effects.

Abstract: Supplemental compositions, and methods for administering same to a user, are provided for promoting a restful night's sleep by speedily inducing a person to fall asleep and to maintain sleep, as well as alleviating minor aches and pains so as to further improve the quality of a person sleep. The supplemental composition may include at least an extract of Valerian Root, an extract of Willow Bark and Melatonin or a derivative thereof. The supplemental composition may be provided for consumption at least one time daily, e.g., prior to sleep.

Abstract: The present invention relates to anti-aging pharmacology and is intended for correction of age-related changes in human endocrine system. The essence of the invention is the compositions for correction of certain age-related endocrine changes and method for production of pharmaceutical form based thereon. Each composition contains a mixture of substances exhibiting hormonal activity (HA) or hormone-like activity (HLA) selected from the group: C21 or C19 steroids, pregnenolone, 17-hydroxypregnenolone, DHEA, progesterone, testosterone, or a hormone-like substance of herbal origin (HS), and also a dry methanolic of Nettle root extract, taken in a definite ratio, wherein HA, HLA or HS with the Nettle root extract can further contain a Deer Antler velvet extract and/or Ginseng root extract, and HS can comprise diosgenin or protodioscin. One variant of the composition is a mixture of a dry Ginseng root extract and a dry Nettle root extract.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition which can be used to prevent and treat bone fracture and osteoporosis. The composition is composed of Semen lactucae sativae 0.1-1, Lignum aquilariae resinatum 2-20, Fructus oryzae 1-5, Resina boswelliae carterii 0.1-1, Rhizoma atractylodis macrocephalae 0.1-1 and Semen cuscutae 0.1-1. The whole or the specific parts of the plants can be used to prepare the inventive pharmaceutical composition; preferred plants are Aquilariae lignum containing resin and Boswellia carterii containing resin. This pharmaceutical composition can be formulated into lozenge, tablet, film coated tablets, capsule, soft capsule, granule, powder, pill, solution, emulsion, injection solution, injection, ointment, cream, spray or inhalant.

Abstract: A herbal composition containing Curcumae kwangsiensis (Ezhu), Herba Dendrobii nobile Lindl. (Shihu), Rhizoma Pinelliae preparatum (Fabanxia), Rhizoma Typhonii (Baifuzi) and other optional herbs. The composition can be processed into a form for administering to human patients with a cancerous disease for improving their health.

Abstract: The invention provides an acetone extract, chloroform extract or hexane extract of Angelicae sinensis and/or the active components purified therefrom, such as n-butylidenephthalide, which are effective in treating cancers.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical composition and food comprising edible carboxylic acid and/or its acidic salt and optionally caffeine, crude drug and pharmaceutical acceptable carrier are disclosed. The invention also discloses the use and method of composition or food. The composition or food of the present invention can prevent, treat or relief allergy, ache, cold, viral infection, thrombus or clotting, inflammation, cancer, intoxication, memory decay, caffeine dependence. The invention also relates to feedstuff for animals.

Abstract: A gel, for cosmetic use, composed of a mixture of a polymer which forms a gel, a surfactant, and propionyl L-carnitine glycinate hydrochloride, useful for treating disturbances of the skin such as cellulite and wrinkles is described.

Abstract: A Chinese herb pharmaceutical composition for treating tumor is disclosed, wherein the composition is prepared by a predetermined amount of Common Selfheal, and a predetermined amount of Radixscrophulariae.

Abstract: The present invention is a composition delivering effective amounts of Glucosamine, Devils Claw, SAM, and NSAID in a single dosage unit.

Abstract: A Phyto-nutraceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of hypertensive disorders is provided. A specific combination of extracts of plants and nutraceuticals is provided, based on categorizing plants and nutraceuticals into one of three groups, Energy, Bio-Intelligence, and Organization. Such combinations have synergistic effects, with minimal side effect.

Abstract: The present invention describes compositions and methods for improving the appearance of skin, particularly, treating, preventing, ameliorating, reducing and/or eliminating excess accumulation or production of subcutaneous fat, such as cellulite, or conditions related to excess accumulation, production, or excretion of sebum, such as acne, an oily complexion, oily hair or scalp, or undesirable body odor, by topically applying compositions comprising Alisma orientale constituents, or extracts therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of extracts of plants or roots of the Paeonia genus, in particular Paeonia lactiflora, for the preparation of growth promoters for use in livestock.

Abstract: A personal hygiene composition, which may be coated on a towelette, comprises an astringent, a humectant, and a botanical extract. In some embodiments, the botanical extract can be selected from the group consisting of Hydrastis Canadensis, Tabebuia Impetiginosa, Hymenaea Courbaril, Ptychopetalum Olacoides, Juniperus Brasiliensis, Hamamelis Virginiana, and mixtures thereof. The composition may be used for personal hygiene, including for cleansing the skin of a human or animal. For example, the personal hygiene towelette may be used as a male hygiene product for cleansing of the penis and genital area.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases which comprises Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae extract 5.0%-70.0%, Radix Notoginseng extract 10.0%-85.0%, Radix Astragali extract 5.0%-70.0%, and Bomeol or oil of Lignum Dalbergiae Odoriferae 1.0%-15.0%. The composition is active against cerebral ischemia and myocardial ischemia. The effects are superior to total phenic acid of Radix Salviae Miltiorrhizae or total saponin of Radix Notoginseng respectively, or the combination thereof. The composition of the invention can provide various kinds of preparations by the addition of various accessories. Thus the invention provides a more effective and convenient composition of TCM effective sections and its preparations.