Containing Or Obtained From A Fruit (aka Fructus), Including Berry Patents (Class 424/777)
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Patent number: 6737089Abstract: The present invention advances prior art animal food products by providing an animal food product formulated with Morinda Citrifolia, or Noni, from the Indian Mulberry plant. The addition of Noni to the animal food product of the present invention serves to provide significant health advantages not found in prior art animal food products.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2001Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Assignee: Morinda, Inc.Inventors: John J. Wadsworth, Stephen P. Story, Claude Jarkae Jensen
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Publication number: 20040086583Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2002Publication date: May 6, 2004Inventors: Claude Jarakae Jensen, Afa Kehaati Palu, David Lemus, Marcela Fuenzalida, Danilo Mihovilovic
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Patent number: 6730333Abstract: Nutraceutical compositions derived from the fruit of the Garcinia mangostana L. or mangosteen plant are provided. The nutraceutical mangosteen compositions employ novel combinations of mangosteen fruit pulp and pericarp, and can be additionally complemented by selected juice concentrates to yield a composition for improving general health and wellness in humans.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2002Date of Patent: May 4, 2004Assignee: DBC, LLCInventors: Aaron R. Garrity, Gordon A. Morton, Joseph C. Morton
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Publication number: 20040076684Abstract: A nutritional compositions for alleviating fatigue is produced by grinding essentially Panax ginseng, androgen-containing Cervus sika, vitamin A- and B-containing extract of fruit meat of Euphoria longana, Dioscorea batalus, and Acanthopanax senticosus into powder, and then mixing and formulating the resulting powders with gelatin and pure water into a formulation, wherein, in 350 mg of said nutritional composition, the effective amounts of each components is: Panax ginseng 105 mg, androgen extracted from Cervus sika 51 mg, Acanthopanax senticosus 15 mg, gelatin 86 mg, pure water 14 mg, and vitamin A and B extracted from fruit meat of Euphoria longana 24 mg each.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2002Publication date: April 22, 2004Inventor: Ching-Chi Lin
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Publication number: 20040071681Abstract: Disclosed is a composition and method for reducing cravings for a craved substance, particularly foods, with preparations containing 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). The 5-HTP is added to the same or similar substance that is actually craved to reduce the craving for the craved substance while further satisfying the craving by consumption of a reduced amount of the craved substance.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2003Publication date: April 15, 2004Inventor: Lydia Muller
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Publication number: 20040067266Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2002Publication date: April 8, 2004Inventor: Frank R. Toppo
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Patent number: 6713094Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2002Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Assignee: Santé International, Inc.Inventor: Arthur DJang
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Publication number: 20040058025Abstract: The use of actinidin as a digestive/laxative aid. Method of obtaining actinidin from fruit.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2002Publication date: March 25, 2004Inventor: Bruce William Donaldson
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Publication number: 20040052876Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition for liver protection and a preparing method of the same, the processes are as follows: grinding Artemisiae Capillaris and Gardeniae Fructus, mixing with pure water, and boiling the mixture. Then, adding the Rhei Rhizoma alcohol solution into the mixture for extraction to form the first solid phase and the first liquid phase, further concentrating the first liquid phase to form a concentrate, and adding alcohol into the concentrate for precipitation to form the second solid phase and second liquid phase, and separating the second solid phase and drying.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 25, 2003Publication date: March 18, 2004Applicant: Industrial Technology Research InstituteInventors: I-Horng Pan, Hsi-Ho Chiou, Chu-Hsun Lu, Chaurp-Ting Ju, Wei-Lun Fan, Wen-Huang Pang, Ming-Tsuen Hsieh
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Patent number: 6706256Abstract: An oral care composition comprising: (i) an effective amount of a antibacterial seed or pulp extract from the Citrus plant family; the Vitis plant family; and mixtures thereof; (ii) an oral care active selected from the group consisting of anti-calculus agents; anti-plaque agents; fluoride ion source; desensitizing agents; oral malodor control agents; H2 antagonists; and mixtures thereof; and (iii) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2002Date of Patent: March 16, 2004Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Co.Inventor: Thomas Mark Lawlor
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Publication number: 20040047926Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for the treatment of acquired immunodeficiency diseases, especially human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and its simian and feline counterparts (simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV), and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV)), and to methods for their use.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2001Publication date: March 11, 2004Inventor: Paul Y. S. Lam
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Patent number: 6703419Abstract: A composition and method for facilitating weight loss and aiding in the maintenance of a stable weight in humans, wherein a preferred embodiment of the chemical composition comprises a mixture of psyllium husks generally in an amount of between 72% and 88% by weight of the total chemical composition, natural marine shellfish extract generally in an amount of between 9% and 11% by weight, acacia generally in an amount of between 4.5% and 5.5% by weight, an amount of apple pectin generally in an amount of between 1.4% and 2.2% by weight of the total chemical composition, ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) generally in an amount of between 1.8% and 2.2% by weight. Magnesium stearate may also be included generally in an amount of about 1% by weight of the total chemical composition.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2002Date of Patent: March 9, 2004Inventors: Jose A. Diaz, Eduardo M. Naranjo
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Publication number: 20040043056Abstract: The present invention relates to a diet composition comprising raw foods comprising the lyophilized powders of grains, vegetables and seaweeds; dietary fibers; and functional herbal extracts, etc. The composition according to the present invention is effective in reduction of weight and body fat and body shape management as well as abundant in nutrition ingredients. And also the composition has an excellent effect on decreasing cholesterol and neutral fat amounts in blood. Therefore, the composition according to the invention can be usefully employed as a food capable of preventing or improving obesity while assisting in ingesting nutriments, which are apt to be lacking in modern people, without omission.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2003Publication date: March 4, 2004Applicant: EROMLIFE CO., LTD.Inventors: Sang Ho Hwang, Hey Eun Chang, Chang Won Choi, Sung Bum Yang, Mi Hyoun Park
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Publication number: 20040043089Abstract: A buguzhi composition has a buguzhi agent and a carrier. The buguzhi agent can have a buguzhi extract derived from buguzhi or a buguzhi component. The carrier of the buguzhi composition can be any suitable material, such as a collagen matrix. When the buguzhi agent and the carrier are applied to a bone defect, the buguzhi agent can promote bone healing by increasing the amount of new bone formation. The buguzhi agent can be derived from the raw material of buguzhi by various processes, such as extraction. The buguzhi agent can be mixed with a suitable carrier, such as a collagen material, to form a buguzhi composition. The resulting buguzhi agent and composition can be applied directly on to a defect part of a patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2002Publication date: March 4, 2004Inventor: A-Bakr M. Rabie
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Publication number: 20040037909Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising the extract of hardy kiwifruit as an active ingredient in an effective amount to treat and prevent allergic disease and non-allergic inflammatory disease by reducing inflammation action, by inhibiting histamine release from mast cell, and by increasing the level of Th1 cytokines, IgG2a in serum and reducing the level of Th2 cytokines and IgE in serum. The present invention also provides a use of above extract for the preparation of pharmaceutical composition. The present invention also provides a health food or food additives, a cosmetic composition, a feed or feed additives comprising above extract for prevention or alleviation of allergic disease and non-allergic inflammatory disease by reducing inflammation action, by inhibiting histamine release from mast cell, and by increasing the level of Th1 cytokines, IgG2a in serum, and reducing the level of Th2 cytokines and IgE in serum.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2003Publication date: February 26, 2004Inventors: Bong Cheol Kim, Mi Rim Jin, Eun Jin Park, Hyung Jin Jung, Sung Seup Shin, Jin Hwan Oh, Hwa Jun Lee, Sun Young Kim, Hyang Jeon
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Patent number: 6696094Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for treating patients with HIV infection. The pharmaceutical composition is in the form of an intravenous injection solution and optionally capsules. The pharmaceutical composition contains fourteen (14) ingredients, i.e., diffuse hedyotis, bistort rhizome, giant knotweed rhizome, Asiatic moonseed rhizome, baical skullcap root, bovine biliary powder, milkvetch root, barbary wolfberry fruit, sanqi, figwort root, Chinese magnoliavine fruit, turmeric root-tuber, hawthorn fruit, and Chinese angelica.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2002Date of Patent: February 24, 2004Inventor: Tzu-Sheng Wu
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Publication number: 20040033276Abstract: A composition for coating cereals comprising an extract of mulberry leaves(Mori Folium) or an extract of a herb mixture comprising mulberry leaves and a starch solution having a concentration ranging from 10 to 50 % (w/v), the extract:starch solution weight ratio being in the range of 21:1 to 21:10, wherein the herb mixture consists of mulberry leaves and a herb medicine selected from the group consisting of Panax Ginseng, Mori Fructus, Lycil Fructus and a mixture thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2003Publication date: February 19, 2004Inventors: Jeong-Chan Ra, Kyung-Sun Kang, Jin-Hee Bae, Dow Kwon
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Patent number: 6685970Abstract: Proanthocyanidin-containing compositions with excellent proanthocyanidin stability, as well as drinks, foods, cosmetics and medicaments containing these compositions, are provided by admixing a vitamin B6 derivative or its salt in proanthocyanidin. Also shown is a method for stabilizing proanthocyanidin to prevent its color change, etc. caused by oxidative polymerization and the like.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 2000Date of Patent: February 3, 2004Assignee: Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co., Ltd.Inventors: Tomoya Takahashi, Asako Kobayashi, Chiemi Takaboshi, Minako Tajima
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Patent number: 6682763Abstract: The present invention relates to an external agent for the skin comprising an extract prepared from olive plants and also relates to an external agent for the skin comprising the extract as a skin-beautifying component, in particular, as an ant-aging component for the skin and/or a whitening component. The extract can be prepared by extracting olive plants and/or products generated during and after the olive oil-manufacturing processes with water and/or an organic solvent and further the extract can further be subjected to a concentration treatment and/or a fractionation-purification treatment to thus improve each effect. Moreover, the present invention also relates to a skin-beautifying agent, in particular, an anti-aging agent and a skin-whitening agent, containing the extract as an effective component.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2002Date of Patent: January 27, 2004Assignee: The Nisshin Oil Mills, Ltd.Inventors: Noriyasu Kuno, Miho Matsumoto
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Publication number: 20040013705Abstract: An object of this invention is to provide new processed meat foods that can fortify the physical endurance significantly or promote the combustion of body fats.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2003Publication date: January 22, 2004Inventors: Itaru Watanabe, Yasuyuki Oishi, Hironori Tomi
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Publication number: 20040013745Abstract: A process of making a supplement for digestive ailment includes the steps of (a) soaking a raw composition which consists of 39.22% by weight of Radix Angelicae Sinensis, 39.22% by weight of Radix Paeoniae Alba, 3.92% by weight of Semen Arecae, 5.88% by weight of Talcum, 1.96% by weight of Radix Saussureae Lappae, 1.96% by weight of Semen Raphani, 3.92% by weight of Fructus Aurantii, and 3.92% by weight of Radix Glycyrrhizae, in a predetermined volume of water for a predetermined soaking time to form a pre-decocting solution and a pre-decocting composition; (b) heating said pre-decocting solution and said pre-decocting composition for a predetermined period of decocting time to form a mixture consisting of a residual composition and a supplement in solution; wherein a volume ratio of said supplement in solution and said water in the step (a) is approximately 1:3; and (c) separating said residual composition and said supplement in solution.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2002Publication date: January 22, 2004Inventor: Xiao-Feng Zuo
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Patent number: 6680075Abstract: Disclosed are a natural invigorating tea and a method for preparing the same. The natural invigorating tea may be in the form of powder, liquid, or granules and is made of parasitic herb, and alder and/or schizandrae fructus, optionally supplemented with torilis fructus and/or polygalae japonica herba. Taking of the tea at least twice a day, morning and evening, invigorates human body.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2001Date of Patent: January 20, 2004Inventor: Jong-Hyun Nam
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Publication number: 20040009248Abstract: 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 14, 2003Publication date: January 15, 2004Applicant: Pharmaton S.A.Inventor: Fabio Soldati
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Patent number: 6676978Abstract: A method for isolating a mixture of anthocyanins, bioflavonoids and phenolics from an edible berry using adsorbent resins which are regenerable for reuse is described. The mixture with a consumable carrier is particularly useful in foods and as a dietary supplement or nutraceutical product.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2000Date of Patent: January 13, 2004Assignee: Board of Trustees of Michigan State UniversityInventor: Muraleedharan G. Nair
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Patent number: 6676975Abstract: This application relates to a material which is suitable for the treatment of atopic disease, non-atopic eczema or psoriasis. The material can be extracted from a freeze-dried decoction of a mixture comprising the following Chinese herbs: Radix Ledebouriella, Fructus Tribuli, Herba Potentilla chinensis, Caulis Clematis armandii, Radix Rehmannia, Radix Glycyrrhiza, Radix Paeonia rubra, Cortex Dictamni radicis, Herba Lopatheri, Spica Schizonepetae. The material comprises one or more of those components present in the freeze-dried decoction which run with Rf values in the ranges 0.00 to 0.100, 0.167 to 0.300, 0.400 to 0.533, 0.700 to 0.833 or 0.900 to 0.967 if the freeze-dried decoction is diluted in aqueous solution and subjected to chromatography on a Whatman 2 cms×55 cms×3 mm cellulose strip for 10 hours using a solvent mixture of butanol, ethanol and water in the proportions 4:1:1.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2002Date of Patent: January 13, 2004Assignee: Phytotech LimitedInventors: Brian Anthony Whittle, Jonathan Brostoff, Yvette Latchman
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Patent number: 6676977Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2002Date of Patent: January 13, 2004Inventor: Howard Murad
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Patent number: 6673366Abstract: A breast enhancement system for reducing the symptoms of PMS and/or non-invasive breast augmentation. The composition includes an amount of saw palmetto extract, an amount of soybean extract, an amount of pomegranate extract, an amount of wild yam extract, an amount of fennel seed, an amount of dong quai, an amount of blessed thistle, an amount of dandelion root and an amount of watercress. The composition is preferably distributed in an oral system, preferably in the form of a plurality of capsule, caplet, tablets, soft gelatin capsule or the like taken separately, orally administered on a daily basis.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2003Date of Patent: January 6, 2004Inventor: Susan C. Curry
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Publication number: 20030228383Abstract: The present invention relates to herbal composition for the treatment of chronic respiratory disorders such as cold, cough, allergic asthma, seasonal allergic rhinitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis and the like and a process for preparing the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 6, 2002Publication date: December 11, 2003Applicant: J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.Inventors: Madhukat Mansukhlal Doshi, Shashikant Avantilal Vasavada, Milind Dattatraya Joshi, Shirish Bhagwanlal Mody
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Patent number: 6660310Abstract: A method of infusing an edible fresh or freshly-cut fruit or vegetable is provided. First, the fruit or vegetable is allowed to reach a state of relative metabolic stasis or inactivity. Next, an infusion comprising an agent to be infused is provided, and the fruit or vegetable is submerged therein. Finally, the infusion is pressurized to a pressure for a time period. The agent to be infused is preferably a quality enhancing agent, a nutritionally beneficial agent, a pharmaceutical agent, or combinations of these. Most preferably, the quality enhancing agent may be an aroma enhancing agent, a flavoring enhancing agent, a sweetening agent, a color enhancing agent, or combinations of these, the nutritionally beneficial agent may be a vitamin, a mineral, an anti-oxidant, a phytochemical, or combinations of these, and the pharmaceutical agent may be a prescription drug, an over-the-counter drug, or combinations of these.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: American Moxie LLCInventor: Peter S. Carlson
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Publication number: 20030224076Abstract: The invention relates to an anti-inflammatory and chemopreventive composition which comprises carob products, especially carob fiber. The invention further relates to a process for producing these compositions and to the use thereof with the aim of reducing the risk, the prevention, the prophylaxis and the treatment of inflammatory disorders or cancers, especially of the gastrointestinal tract.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2003Publication date: December 4, 2003Inventor: Bernd Haber
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Patent number: 6656914Abstract: A method for inhibiting a tumor in a mammal using a composition comprising an anthocyanin or cyanidin from a berry is described. The method involves using the composition in an amount and for a time to inhibit the tumor. The composition can include other antitumor agents.Type: GrantFiled: February 2, 2001Date of Patent: December 2, 2003Assignee: Board of Trustees of Michigan State UniversityInventors: Muraleedharan G. Nair, Leslie D. Bourquin, Navindra P. Seeram, Soo-Young Kang
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Patent number: 6652868Abstract: 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.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2001Date of Patent: November 25, 2003Inventors: Veronique Simon, Michel Dubourdeaux, Daniel Jean
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Patent number: 6652891Abstract: A liquid dietary supplement useful in increasing bodily levels of coenzyme Q10 is disclosed. The supplement comprises an oil in water emulsion of coenzyme Q10. The dietary supplement disclosed is pleasant tasting, is effectively absorbed into the body and is believed to provide substantial therapeutic effects.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2001Date of Patent: November 25, 2003Assignee: HerbaSway Laboratories, LLCInventor: Jonathan Selzer
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Publication number: 20030215462Abstract: Methods for increasing the bioavailability of certain orally administered pharmaceutical compounds by the coadministration of inhibitors of UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) are disclosed. Particular combinations of UGT inhibitors and pharmaceutical compound are described.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2002Publication date: November 20, 2003Inventors: Vincent J. Wacher, Leslie Z. Benet
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Patent number: 6649150Abstract: A light colored standardized extract of Emblica officinalis consisting essentially of over 40% by weight of Emblicanin A. Emblicanin B, Pedunculagin and Punigluconin, and not more than about 1% by weight of flavonoids, and methods of producing same. Also disclosed are cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions comprising the standardized extract and methods of using same to lighten or whiten skin.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2002Date of Patent: November 18, 2003Assignees: EM Industries, Natreon Inc.Inventors: Ratan K. Chaudhuri, Francois Marchio
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Publication number: 20030211183Abstract: The present invention provides a skin-improving agent which comprises, as an active ingredient, proanthocyanidin in which the extent of galloylation per constitutive monomer is 10% or lower (molar ratio).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 9, 2003Publication date: November 13, 2003Applicant: Kyowa Hakko Kogyo Co., Ltd.Inventors: Tomoya Takahashi, Chiemi Takaboshi, Asako Kobayashi, Minako Tajima, Ayako Kamimura
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Publication number: 20030211185Abstract: Therapeutic compositions made from the herb Tribulus terrestris and methods of making and using the same are provided. The therapeutic compositions include an enriched extract having an increased spirostanol saponin content that is prepared from the harvested Tribulus terrestris L. The enriched extract is prepared using discrete hydrolysis, separation and enrichment steps. The resulting therapeutic may be combined with a cream base and is useful for treating bacterial, fungal, and viral infections, particularly gynecologic infections. This product was also found to be very successful in suppository form for the treatment of vulvo-vaginal, vulvo-hemorrhoidal and colonic conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2003Publication date: November 13, 2003Inventor: Brian Alexis
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Publication number: 20030206977Abstract: Disclosed are a natural invigorating tea and a method for preparing the same. The natural invigorating tea may be in the form of powder, liquid, or granules and is made of parasitic herb, and alder and/or schizandrae fructus, optionally supplemented with torilis fructus and/or polygalae japonica herba. Taking of the tea at least twice a day, morning and evening, invigorates human body.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2003Publication date: November 6, 2003Inventor: Jong-Hyun Nam
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Publication number: 20030206983Abstract: Methods of prophylaxis or treatment of a disease state initiated by or characterized by platelet aggregation, that employ a fruit extract or active fraction thereof, are disclosed. In one embodiment, the fruit extract or active fraction thereof, is obtained from the fruit of plants of the families Solanaceae, Rutaceae, Cucurbitaceae, Rosaceae, Musaceae, Anacardiaceae, Bromeliaceae, Vitaceae, Arecaceae, Ericaceae and Lauraceae. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a fruit extract or active fraction thereof having platelet aggregation inhibitory activity are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2003Publication date: November 6, 2003Applicant: PROVEXIS LIMITEDInventor: Asim Kanti Dutta-Roy
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Publication number: 20030206982Abstract: A method of inducing weight loss and promoting homeostasis in an individual relies on olfactory and gustatory reaction of the individual to a wide variety of offered groups of food items. The individual is encouraged to select one particular type of a food item, for instance one type of fruit, based on positive alliesthesial response, and consume this type of food item until negative alliesthesia is detected. Once alliesthesia is reached, the individual is encouraged to stop eating. The next meal, removed by several hours from the first meal, relies on similar concepts.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 10, 2003Publication date: November 6, 2003Inventors: Antje Spors, Laurent Bronner
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Patent number: 6641850Abstract: Methods of using pomegranate extracts of the present invention for treating patients with atherosclerosis, or increased intima-media thickness of an artery, are provided. The methods comprise the step of administering to the patient a composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of an extract from pomegranate. The methods of the present invention may also be used to decrease the incidence of stroke or heart attack in a patient.Type: GrantFiled: November 19, 2001Date of Patent: November 4, 2003Assignee: Stewart and Lynda Resnick Revocable TrustInventors: Michael Aviram, Leslie Dornfeld
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Patent number: 6641845Abstract: A preferred composition containing a skin whitening blend containing bearberry and an antioxidant, such as tetrahydrocurcumin, is provided. Also the composition can comprise a hypopigmenting component selected from mulberry, scutellaria, grape, cowberry, bilberry, molasses, pear, guava, licorice, etc. The licorice extract can be in the form of a water soluble extract or an oil soluble extract. Other antioxidants can be selected from rosemary extract, tocopherol, green tea extract, and gamma oryzanol. The skin whitening blend may also have an accelerant that enhances or accelerates the skin cell turnover rate. The skin whitening blend may also include a sunscreen component. Also, the composition may further include a pH adjusting agent, a surfactant, a thickening agent, a preservative, a fragrance, a masking agent, a pigment, an emulsifier, and/or emollient.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2000Date of Patent: November 4, 2003Assignee: Avon Products, Inc.Inventors: Christos D. Kyrou, Susan E. Simpson, Dmitri Ptchelintsev, Dennis M. Martin, Janice J. Teal
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Patent number: 6638545Abstract: The invention concerns firstly a food complement for dietetic and/or cosmetic purposes, containing anti-lipase properties, for oral administration. Said food complement is characterised in that it comprises a grape extract rich in or enriched with polyphenols.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2001Date of Patent: October 28, 2003Assignee: Laboratories PharmascienceInventor: Max Rombi
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IMPROVED HERBAL COMPOSITION HAVING ANTIALLERGIC PROPERTIES AND A PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION THEREOF
Publication number: 20030194452Abstract: The present invention relating to a herbal antiallergic composition which comprises a synergistic mixture of extracts from the fruits of Terminalia chebula, bark of Albizia lebbeck, Terminalia bellerica and Emblica officinalis. The present invention also contains the fruits of Piper longum. Piper nigrum and of rhizomes of Zingiber officinale and thoroughly mixed to get the final composition which has potent antiallergic activity. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of such composition. The composition is particularly useful for the treatment of allergic conditions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2001Publication date: October 16, 2003Inventors: Ravindra Kumar Agarwal, Anurag Agarwal -
Publication number: 20030194451Abstract: The present invention is related to a crude drug composition essentially comprising herbs of Sinapis Semen Alba, Ginseng Radix, Zingiberis Rhizoma Siccus, Amomi Fructus, Myristicae Semen, Saussureae Radix, Cyperi Rhizoma, Magnoliae Cortex, Arecae Semen, Crataegi Fructus, Atractylodes Rhizoma Alba, Agastachis Herba, Glycyrrhiza Radix and additionally comprising at least one herb selected from group consisting of Polygonati Rhizoma, Artemisiae Argyi Folium, Forsythiae Fructus, Caryophylli Flos, Raphani Semen, Menthae Herba according to the need for the prevention and treatment of gastrointestinal dyskinetic diseases and methods of using the above crude drug composition and pharmaceutical composition as prokinetic agent.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2003Publication date: October 16, 2003Applicant: Pangenomics Co., Ltd.Inventors: Byung Wook Cho, Mirim Jin, Hyung-Jin Jung, Sunyoung Kim
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Publication number: 20030191076Abstract: The present invention provides a method for inducing an immune response to an antigen in a subject. The method comprises administering to the subject DNA encoding the antigen, and subsequently orally administering to the subject a composition comprising transgenic material, wherein the transgenic material comprises a DNA molecule encoding the antigen such that the antigen is expressed in the transgenic material.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2002Publication date: October 9, 2003Inventors: Steve Wesselingh, Ian Barry Dry, Richard Anthony Strugnell, Ian Allister Ramshaw
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Publication number: 20030185785Abstract: A composition for hair treatment comprising a mixture of gallnuts and copper oxide, each in powder form, in the ratio of about 75 gram copper oxide for each 1 kg of gallnuts, and water. It may further include one or more of the following components: cooking or olive oil and/or clove and/or almond shells and/or pomegranate shells and/or common salt and/or soap or wash paste and/or banana shells. A method for preparing a composition for hair treatment, comprising the steps: A) Taking 1 kg. gall-nuts and dividing them up into 2 equal parts. B) Mixing 150 grams of cloves with 75 grams of copper oxide C) Grinding up everything into powder D) Preparing an alcoholic liquid; E) Mixing with the alcoholic liquid.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 29, 2002Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventor: Daniel Moyal
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Publication number: 20030185922Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition useful for hepatocurative effect against CYP 450 bio-activation hepatotoxicity induced by drugs, said composition comprising an extract from Emblica officinalis and optionally pharmaceutically acceptable additives and method of treating drug induced hepatotoxicityType: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2002Publication date: October 2, 2003Inventors: Rakesh Kamal Johri, Sheikh Tasaduq Abdullah, Kuldeep Singh, Devinder Kumar Gupta, Bal Krishan Kapahi, Dilip Manikrao Mondhe, Satinder Mohan Jain, Om Parkash Suri, Kasturi Lal Bedi, Ghulam Nabi Qazi
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Publication number: 20030180398Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel synergistic herbal composition for the treatment of gastric ulcer, a method for preparing said synergistic herbal composition and a process for the treatment of gastric ulcer using said composition and more particularly, the present invention relates to a novel synergistic herbal composition which is effective against pyloric ligation induced ulcer model and histamine induced ulcer model.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2002Publication date: September 25, 2003Inventors: Janaswamy Madhusudana Rao, Upparapalli Sampathkumar, Boggavarapu Subrahmanya Sastry, Jhillu Singh Yadav, Kondapuram Vijaya Raghavan, Gautam Palit, Deepak Rai, Panniyampally Madhavankutty Varier, Trikovil Sankaran Muraleedharan, Kollath Muraleedharan
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Patent number: 6623769Abstract: Lycopene and compositions comprised thereof, for example tomato plant extracts, are uniquely suited for treating, preventively and/or curatively, cutaneous signs of aging, in particular inhibiting damage to the skin and/or mucous membranes via inhibition of collagenases.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2000Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Assignee: Societe L'Oreal S.A.Inventors: Raluca Lorant, Lionel Breton, Christel Liviero