Abstract: This invention provides a process for extracting a pharmaceutically active fraction from the foliage (leaves and stems) and/or roots of Rauvolfia vomitoria and the fruit of Citrus aurantium. In one aspect, the process requires extracting from a boiled tea of Rauvolfia vomitoria foliage and/or roots and Citrus aurantium fruit an active fraction made by filtering the boiled tea and concentrating the supernatant. In one embodiment, the fraction is concentrated by freeze drying the supernatant. The fraction is useful to treat a disorder associated with abnormally elevated glucose levels in a subject by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of the extract or a pharmaceutical composition containing the extract. Such conditions include, but are not limited to the diabetes Type II, abnormal steraroyl-CoA desaturase activity, hyperphagia, abnormal lipid mobilization, abnormal fatty acid profile from the eye of the subject, ulcers and a glucosuria.

Abstract: A marigold plant, a regenerable portion thereof and seed are disclosed whose flower petals, leaves or flower petals and leaves contain one or more of an enhanced neoxanthin plus violaxanthin ratio, an enhanced ?-carotene ratio, an enhanced lycopene ratio, an enhanced ?-cryptoxanthin ratio, an enhanced phytoene ratio or an enhanced phytofluene ratio relative to that ratio in a non-mutant marigold. A marigold plant, a regenerable portion thereof and seed are also disclosed whose flower petals contain zeaxanthin esters and are substantially free of esters of both neoxanthin and violaxanthin, and wherein zeaxanthin constitutes at least about one-half of the extractable carotenoids when xanthophylls are assayed as alcohols. Also disclosed are methods of preparing such plants, oleoresins and comestible materials that have such carotenoid ratios.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic preparation which includes a skin care complex having an anti-ageing effect. The complex consists of liposomes comprising a mixture of cosmetic oil, extract of Plukenetia volubilis seeds, extract of Cynara scolymus leaves and hydrogenated retinol. The liposomes are homogeneously dispersed in a gel network consisting of water and a gel-forming agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of an extract of a plant selected from the group consisting of Psidium cattleianum, Psidium cattleianum ssp. Lucidum, Psidium guajava, Psidium guineense, Psidium littorale, Psidium molle and Psidium schiedeanum for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of a disease and/or condition related with and/or caused by activity of DP-IV or DP-IV like enzymes.

Abstract: Herbal compositions that, when used topically in a therapeutically effective amount, are safe and effective for the regression of spongiform pustules in patients exhibiting chronic inflammatory skin disorders, such as psoriasis. The compositions, which can be formulated as ointments, oils, soaps and shampoos, comprise a non-aqueous herbal extract of Wrightia tinctoria, an herbal extract of Cocos nucifera, and pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable excipients suitable for topical use.

Abstract: The use of an extract of Ceratonia siliqua leaves and pod containing polyphenols (gallic acid, (?)-epigallocatechin gallate, (?)-epicatechin gallate) with oxidant activity and potential antitumor activity, useful for the preparation of pharmaceutical compositions, dietary supplements or extemporaneous preparations for the alimentary use, as well as processes for the preparation of the extracts and separation and quantitation of gallic acid, (?)-epigallocatechin gallate, (?)-epicatechin gallate.

Abstract: The invention provides a simple method for isolation of calliterpenone (16?,17 dihydroxy-3-oxo phyllocladane), a phyllocladane diterpenoid with the plant growth regulating properties, from plant genus Callicarpa.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an extract of fermented and/or unfermented rooibos leaves and/or stems for reducing or slowing the loss of the natural or artificial colour of hair.

Abstract: The present invention incorporates portions from the Moringa plant into a nutraceutical beverage to provide a therapeutic effect in a person. The leaves, seeds, and fruit of the Moringa plant are used in the present invention to provide a biologically metabolized nutritional composition for health, well-being, and for treatment of ailments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a simple process for the preparation of safe, environmental friendly, and natural antioxidant conserve of activity ranging between 80-85%, comprising oleoresin from Indian curry leaves (Murraya Koenigii Spreng.), said process-comprising steps of drying the washed curry leaves at temperature ranging between 30-80° C., for time duration ranging between 2-10 hours, powdering the dried leaves into coarse powder form, extracting the powder with polar solvent preferably ketone with alkyl group, and obtaining antioxidant conserve comprising oleoresin from the extract by removing the solvent; also, use of antioxidant conserve at concentration ranging between ranging between 0.2 to 3.0%, comprising oleoresin from Indian curry leaves (Murraya Koenigii Spreng.) as an anti-oxidant in food and pharmaceutical substances and additives.

Abstract: An insect repellent fabric. The fabric comprises a fabric base and an active insect repellent ingredient. The active ingredient is contained within microcapsules and the fabric base is impregnated with the microcapsules. The preferred active ingredient is a Citronella extract or DEET.

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: A natural immunostimulant composition for the treatment of immunodeficiency, the composition comprising extract of plant Symplocos racemosa and/or plant Prosopis glandulosa and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for obtaining the plant extract, methods for preparing the composition and methods of treating diseases related to immunodeficiency.

Abstract: To provide a highly safe medicament or food or beverage which exhibits the effect of elevating blood adiponectin level, and which allows intake thereof over a long period of time. The invention provides an adiponectin level elevating agent including guava leaf extract as an active ingredient.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions for treating obesity or obesity-related disorders in a subject suffering from or predisposed to developing obesity or an obesity-related disorder, or for inhibiting the infectivity of HIV, by administering oleuropein, an analogue or derivative thereof, or the major metabolites of oleuropein including oleuropein aglycone, hydroxytyrosol, and elenolic acid or their analogues, or derivatives thereof, an iridoid glycoside, or a secoiridoid glycoside or analogues or derivatives thereof, or any combination of the foregoing including olive leave extract. The invention also relates to methods for screening/diagnosing a subject having, or predisposed to having obesity or a related disorder by measuring the expression profiles of an adipogenic gene selected from PPAR?2, LPL and ?P2 gene and gene product, or other adipogenic, lipogenic, or lipolytic genes and gene products in an individual.

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 method for treating a patient suffering from kidney and/or urinary system stones including preparing an infusion from a plant, such as, large or medium sized fully-grown Piper hispidum leaves, and ingesting a specified amount of the infusion over a predetermined period of time, has proven effective in quickly and painlessly dissolving kidney and/or urinary system stones in the patient. This is a major breakthrough in the field of medical healthcare, eliminating the need for expensive and painful surgery, or other invasive medical procedures, such as, laser treatment(s) or shock wave lithotripsy, which are typically followed by a relatively long recuperative period. By comparison, treatment with an infusion is quick, generally about two to three days, without sophisticated and expensive medical equipment, and without any recuperative period.

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 composition comprising Melissa leaf extract that inhibits angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase activity. The Melissa leaf extract of the present invention inhibits angiogenesis and activity of matrix metalloproteinase, so that it can be applied to treat or prevent diseases related to angiogenesis and matrix metalloproteinase. The composition of the present invention comprising Melissa leaf extract may also comprise more than one component of the other anti-angiogenic, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging components. This particular composition comprising Melissa leaf extract can be used for pharmaceutical, dietetic and/or cosmetic purposes.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide an antiallergic composition that is moderate for the human body and skin, and has reduced side-effects. In order to achieve this object, there is provided the antiallergic composition comprises a cold-water extract from hop tissue or flavonoid glucosides separated from the cold-water extract from hop tissue.

Abstract: Methods and compositions relating to leaf extracts obtained from removing liquids from relatively dry Morinda citrifolia leaves. Methods and compositions relating to a leaf serum created from combining leaf extract and fruit juice from the Morinda citrifolia L. plant. Methods and compositions relating to leaf extract compositions comprising one or more of the leaf extracts and leaf serums.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to bioactive botanical cosmetic compositions derived from membrane and cell serum fractions of plant cell juice. The present invention also relates to the methods for preparing these bioactive botanical cosmetic compositions and the uses of these compositions in various cosmetic formulations and as topical skin cosmetic applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to the administration of products enhanced with Morinda citrifolia L. in order to inhibit anaerobes, gram negative bacteria, protozoa and other microbial growth related to various maladies and illnesses which result in detrimental physiological effects.

Abstract: A method of using guava extract is disclosed that includes administering guava extract to a mammal to inhibit, prevent or alleviate at least one of a headache, nausea, dry mouth, lack of appetite, shakiness, and fatigue. A composition is also disclosed that includes a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and guava extract.

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: The present invention relates to a composition for the prevention and the treatment of cardiovascular disease containing extracts of T. nucifera or abietane diterpenoid compound or terpenoid compound isolated from the same as an effective ingredient. T. nucifera extracts or abietane diterpenoid compound or terpenoid compound isolated from the same of the present invention not only shows excellent anti-oxidative activity to LDL but also effectively inhibits ACAT activity. Further, T. nucifera extracts of the present invention reduce blood LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol. Therefore, the composition of the present invention can be effectively used for the prevention and the treatment of cardiovascular diseases including hyperlipidemia and atherosclerosis caused by the LDL oxidation and the synthesis and accumulation of cholesteryl ester.

Abstract: This invention relates to a dietary supplement which is a phytochemical composition. This composition is capable of controlling inflammatory conditions and preventing and curing cancer in mammals. The composition comprises a synergistic mixture of standardized Boswellia extract, salts of glucosamine, and curcuminoids optionally containing bromelain, chondroitin, methylsulphonylmethane, resveratrol, extracts of white Willow and ginger, and quercetin.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel herbal formulation used to improve the memory and in treatment of amnesia as a brain tonic. Formulation(s) comprises of oleaginous oil of Sesamum indicum and the alcoholic extract of Centella asiatica. Conventionally used as emulsion or as a soft gelatin capsule for oral dosage forms. Sesamum indicum used in paralysis, aphrodisiac and dysmenorrhoea. The plant of Centella asiatica is considered as a useful alternative and tonic in diseases of the skin, nerves and blood.

Abstract: A method for prevention or therapy of pollen allergy, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, asthma or urticaria by administration of two kinds of crude drugs—seeds of Cucurbita moschata and flowers of Carthamus tinctorius—and at least one crude drug selected from Plantago asiatica, Lonicera japonica, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Coix lachrymal-jobi var. ma-yuen, Zingiber officinale, Curcuma longa, Curcuma zedoaria and Artemisia argyi to a patient; and a health food for prevention, or improvement, or reduction of these symptoms containing the above substances.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new use for a thylakoid extract, that is for oral route of administration, and a composition comprising the thylakoid extract in adjunction with an acceptable carrier for oral administration. Besides the pharmaceutical use, the thylakoid extract enters the composition of food or food supplements, for its inocuity and its capacity to provide a diet enriched in anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Therefore, in accordance with the present invention is provided the use of a thylakoid extract in the making of an oral composition for treating or preventing a disease or disorder involving the formation of reactive oxygen species or inflammation. Also is provided a method for treating or preventing a disease or disorder involving the formal of reactive oxygen species or inflammation in an individual, which comprises the step of orally administering an effective dose of a thylakoid extract.

Abstract: A method of using guava extract is disclosed that includes administering alcohol to a mammal, and administering guava extract within no greater than about 12 hours of administering of the alcohol. A composition is also disclosed that includes a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and guava extract.

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: A composition and method for enhancing immunity and reducing or inhibiting inflammation related innate immune system activation while affording the body of a user protection against known detrimental byproducts of immune-response is provided. The composition comprises at least a therapeutically effective amount of vitamin C and extract of Andrographis paniculata. The present invention may additionally comprise vitamin A (Retinyl palmitate), an extract of blackberry, garlic, and an extract of cranberry. A method of same is also provided.

Abstract: A treatment for topical use in alleviating or inhibiting joint pain, muscle pain, or musculoskeletal pain in a mammal. The treatment includes dried nettle plant applied to the skin of a mammal, or includes liquid nettle extract applied to the skin of a mammal, or includes a textile fabric (24) and a treatment composition (32) including an extract of a nettle plant. A method of alleviating or inhibiting joint pain, muscle pain, or musculoskeletal pain in a mammal includes the step of topically applying dried nettle, liquid nettle extract, or a treatment fabric to an area of the skin of the mammal proximate a pain site. A method of making a treatment fabric includes: contacting a liquid with a textile fabric (24), the liquid including an extract (22) of nettle plant; and removing at least a portion of the liquid, thereby forming the treatment fabric.

Abstract: A method of preparing pest repellent for harvesting plants, a method of processing agricultural harvested products, a method of treating vegetable waste, a method for producing a cleansing composition for pest repellent and a cleansing composition for pest repellent are provided. The method of preparing pest repellant comprises providing plants, collecting parts of the plants, obtaining an extract from the parts of the plants, and applying the extract to the harvested plants. The method for processing agricultural harvested products comprises providing harvested agricultural products, collecting parts of the harvested agricultural products, obtaining an extract from the parts of the harvested agricultural products and applying the extract to clean the harvested agricultural products.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical mixture for the treatment of hepatitis and its preparation method are disclosed. The method includes the following steps: pulverize the plants, macerate and extract the plant with water, concentrate the aqueous extract as the first concentrate; add ethanol to form a precipitate, collect and concentrate the liquid phase to form the second concentrate, and dry it; pass the second concentrate through the resin, elute with water, water-ethanol mixture and ethanol, collect and concentrate the water-ethanol and ethanol elution fraction as the third concentrate, and dry it. The plants in the present invention are Boehmeria frutescens Thunberg, Boehmeria nivea or the nettle family.

Abstract: A hair treatment composition that includes an aqueous formulation of leleshwa. The aqueous formulation of leleshwa is obtained by subjecting leleshwa to a steam distillation process to remove essential oils therefrom. The aqueous condensate phase from the steam distillation process is recovered and used as the aqueous formulation of leleshwa according to the present invention. The aqueous formulation of leleshwa is used alone as a rinse to treat hair or combined with other ingredients to form hair treatment compositions that include rinses, conditioners, shampoos and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A nutritional composition for promoting weight loss by jointly and simultaneously suppressing appetite, increasing satiation, decreasing the metabolic breakdown of carbohydrates and decreasing the absorption of carbohydrates in an individual comprising, effective amounts of an extract of Mulberry leaf, pinolenic acid and an extract of Salacia oblonga is provided. Both a composition and a method are provided by the present disclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions and their constituents for inhibiting 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), in living organisms. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods and compositions involving the inhibition of 5-Lipoxygenase (5-LO), 15-Lipoxygenase (15-LO), cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), using processed Morinda citrifolia L. plant products.

Abstract: For attaining effective utilization of lotus petals, receptacles, stem, leaves and husks having been discarded, there is provided a composition comprising an extract from at least one selected from among lotus petal, receptacle, stem, leaf and husk wherein anthocyanidin, various minerals and vitamins are contained in high proportion. Addition of this composition to various processed foods would provide processed foods useful for the health maintenance of eyes. Addition of this composition to various cosmetics would provide cosmetics useful for promotion of blood circulation and cell activation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and formulations directed inhibiting carbonic anhydrase, fatty acid amide hydrolase and endothelin-converting enzymes comprising the administration of processed Morinda citrifolia based formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to medicinal products, as well as to health and wellness food products, and particularly to a medicinal product or a health and wellness food product for inhibiting Angiotensin Converting Enzyme and Chymase enzyme pathways.

Abstract: An anti-AIDS agent which comprises, as the active ingredients, one or more components selected from the group consisting of Melastoma villosum Lodd., Dipterocarpus obtusifolius Teijsm ex Miq., Lyophyllum aggregatum, Dictyophora indusiata, pu-erh tea, mentha and stevia. Since the foods having been confirmed as safe in practice are employed, this agent is completely safe to take over a long time.

Abstract: Essential-oil compositions comprising Lippia javanica essential oil in combination with one, two, three, four, five, six or more essential oils are provided. The Lippia javanica essential-oil compositions are effective for killing and/or repelling ectoparasites and/or pests, including lice, ticks, mosquitoes, mites, ants and fleas. Methods of using the compositions comprising Lippia javanica essential oil in combination with one, two, three, four, five, six or more essential oils for killing or repelling ectoparasites and/or pests also are provided. Also provided are articles of manufacture and kits that include the Lippia javanica essential-oil compositions.

Abstract: The present invention features a formulation and method of administering the same to inhibit phosphodiesterase3 (PDE3) and increasing cAMP levels in beta cells, by providing a composition or treatment formulated with one or more processed Morinda citrifolia products, including TAHITIAN NONI® juice and juice concentrate, as derived from the Indian Mulberry plant.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa as an active ingredient, use of Melissa extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition. Also, the present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa and extract of Mori Folium as active ingredients, use of a mixture of Melissa extract and Mori Folium extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition. Further, the present invention provides an antiobesity composition comprising extract of Melissa, extract of Artemisia and extract of Mori Folium as active ingredients, use of a mixture of Melissa extract, Artemisia extract and Mori Folium extract, and a method for suppressing obesity using the composition.

Abstract: The invention is directed to methods, apparatuses and EPA exempt compositions directed to producing a safe and effective chemical or biological barrier to protect human or animal subjects from insect and other nuisance pests.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating fungal infection by administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising an extract of the leaf of M. oleifera as the sole active component.

Abstract: The invention provides a hair treatment lotion of green tea, gentian, and geranium in aqueous solution, and methods for using this lotion to prevent or treat hair loss.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cosmetic mineral foundation, which is a pressed powder, comprising unfermented green rooibos extract (aspalathus linearis leaf), which functions as an antioxidant, and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and diminish signs of aging caused by free-radical damage. The foundation is gentle for all skin types, can be used daily, and provides effective anti-aging treatment as well as quality skin coverage.