Nutritional Or Dietetic Supplement, Including Table Salt Patents (Class 426/648)
Sodium chloride or substitute therefor (Class 426/649)
  • Microbially-Stable Vitamin E Solutions
    Publication number: 20110027424
    Abstract: The present application discloses microbially-stable solutions of water-solubilized lipophilic vitamins, such as Vitamin E. These solutions contain from about 0.5% to about 30% of a salt selected from potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride, potassium phosphate, calcium phosphate, potassium sulfate, calcium phosphate, magnesium phosphate, magnesium sulfate, potassium iodide, and mixtures of these salts. The method of providing microbially-stable solutions of such water-solubilized lipophilic vitamins, as well as food and beverage products containing those microbially-stabilized water-solubilized lipophilic vitamins, are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 26, 2010
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: Sunny Delight Beverages
    Inventors: Marta Campbell, Robert Joseph Sarama
  • Novel Sweetener ISO-Mogroside V
    Publication number: 20110027413
    Abstract: Provided is the novel sweetener and sweetness enhancer iso-mogroside V, compositions comprising the sweetener/sweetness enhancer for use in consumables (food products and products place in the oral cavity including mouth wash and other dental hygiene products), and sweetened or sweetness enhanced food products comprising the novel sweetener/sweetness enhancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Inventors: Zhonghua Jia, Xiaogen Yang
  • BRANCHED DEXTRIN, PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF, AND FOOD OR BEVERAGE
    Publication number: 20110020496
    Abstract: A branched dextrin insusceptible to digestion and having a low osmotic pressure, as well as a method for producing such a branched dextrin is provided. The branched dextrin characterized by having a structure wherein glucose or isomalto oligosaccharide is linked to a non-reducing terminal of a dextrin through an ?-1,6 glucosidic bond and having a DE of 10 to 52. A method characterized in that, in a method for producing a branched dextrin by allowing maltose-generating amylase and transglucosidase to act on an aqueous dextrin solution, the maltose-generating amylase and transglucosidase are adjusted so as to attain an enzyme unit ratio of 2:1 to 44:1 and allowed to act.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2009
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Applicant: Matsutani Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Kensaku Shimada, Yuko Uehara, Yuko Yoshikawa, Isao Matsuda, Takako Yamada
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A PERSONALIZED DAILY NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT PACKAGE
    Publication number: 20110014351
    Abstract: A computer-implemented method, apparatus, system, and packaging for providing a daily nutritional supplement component regimen, comprising a series of daily packets each containing dosage forms selected by a series of answers to questions provided by a consumer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2010
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicant: Pharmavite Direct, LLC
    Inventors: Carroll REIDER, Larry Bacharach, Eric Co
  • BIOACTIVE COMPLEX COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF
    Publication number: 20110014279
    Abstract: A bioactive complex composition having enhanced oxidative stability, emulsion stability, mineral rich transparent beverages and a wide range of functional health benefits. The composition may include as a base composition individual ingredients or a synergistic blend of mineral salts, Omega-3 rich oils, phospholipids, chitosan, and alpha-casein, beta-casein, kappa-casein or protein fragments, glycopeptides, phosphopeptides. The composition may optionally be further utilized for the prevention of hypercholesterolemia, bone (and teeth) mineral loss, treatment of mental health diseases, heart health, additional nutritional supplementation, and treatment of additional medical conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2010
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicant: Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: Adela Mora-Gutierrez, Michael H. Gurin
  • FUNCTIONALLY SUPERIOR WHEY PROTEINS
    Publication number: 20110014328
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a texturized whey protein composition having enhanced functional properties, including, for example, enhanced viscosifying properties, enhanced emulsifying properties, and/or enhanced gelling properties. In one embodiment, the texturized whey protein composition is a supercritical fluid extrusion product derived from whey protein. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing the texturized whey protein composition, where the process involves a supercritical fluid extrusion process. The present invention further relates to various products containing the texturized whey protein composition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 28, 2010
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicant: CORNELL UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Syed S. H. RIZVI, Khanitta MANOI
  • Production of DHA in microalgae in medium having modified amounts of chloride ion and potassium ion
    Patent number: 7871809
    Abstract: Methods for production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms, including the heterotrophic marine dinoflagellate Crypthecodinium, using low levels of chloride ion are disclosed. Specifically, methods of increasing production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms while growing in low chloride media by manipulating sodium ion and potassium ion levels. The invention also relates to methods of production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine organisms at low pH levels, and includes methods for generation of low pH tolerant strains.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2011
    Assignee: Martek Biosciences Corporation
    Inventors: Paul W. Behrens, John M. Thompson, Kirk Apt, Joseph W. Pfeifer, III, James P. Wynn, James Casey Lippmeier, Jaouad Fichtali, Jon Hansen
  • METHOD OF OBTAINING A SOLID COMPONENT RICH IN A PETROSELINIC COMPOUND
    Publication number: 20110009487
    Abstract: A method of obtaining a solid component rich in a petroselinic compound from the seed of a plant of the Apiaceae or Araliaceae families, the method comprising: (a) treating a portion of the seed of the plant with an extraction solvent; and (b) inducing formation of the solid component.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2008
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Applicant: BANGOR UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Mark Stephen Baird, David Preskett
  • Compositions and methods of formulation for enteral formulas containing sialic acid
    Patent number: 7867541
    Abstract: A nutritionally complete infant formula containing sialic acid derived from one or a number of nutritionally appropriate sources is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: Mead Johnson Nutrition Company
    Inventors: Robert J. McMahon, Mary Frances Locniskar, Steven Charles Rumsey, Joshua C. Anthony, Ratchapong Wungtanagorn
  • COMPOSITIONS OF FAT-SOLUBLE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS CONTAINING PROTEIN-POLYSACCHARIDE CONJUGATES
    Publication number: 20110002905
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions containing one or more proteins, one or more polysaccharides and one or more fat-soluble active ingredients and their use for the enrichment, fortification and/or coloration of food beverages, animal feed and/or cosmetics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2010
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicants: DSM IP ASSETS B.V., FUDAN UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Chyi-Cheng CHEN, Ping Yao, Bruno H. Leuenberger, Gerhard Wagner, Keke Xu, Shi-Kchen Chen
  • FORMULATIONS COMPRISING EXINE SHELLS
    Publication number: 20110002984
    Abstract: A formulation containing an active substance encapsulated within an exine shell of a naturally occurring spore, together with a protective additive which is also encapsulated within the exine shell.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2008
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF HULL
    Inventors: Stephen Lawrence Atkin, Stephen Thomas Beckett, Alberto Diego-Taboada, Grahame MacKenzie
  • Method for pretreating grain before milling
    Publication number: 20110003065
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for pretreating grain before milling, comprising the following steps: a) providing cereal; b) optionally: dampening and conditioning the cereal; c) selectively removing a first fraction of husk components of the cereal obtained from step b), wherein said first fraction substantially comprises the outer husk components of the dampened cereal, and wherein 0.2 to 2% by weight of the cereal is removed; d) dampening and conditioning the cereal obtained from step c); e) selectively removing a second fraction of husk components of the cereal obtained from step d), wherein said second fraction substantially contains dietary fibers of the dampened cereal. The method makes it possible to efficiently obtain contamination-free total dietary fibers. An apparatus for carrying out the method, and advantageous uses of the total dietary fibers are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2009
    Publication date: January 6, 2011
    Applicant: BUHLER AG
    Inventors: Walter Eugster, Jurgen Winter, Uwe Schill
  • HIGH BIOAVAILABILITY FORMULATION OF MANGOSTEEN AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS THEREOF
    Publication number: 20100330137
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical or dietary composition containing Mangosteen (Garcinia Mangostana pericarp) and being characterized by high bioavailability. A process for the manufacture of this composition is a further object of the present invention. In particular, the present invention relates to a composition containing Mangosteen extract and oligosaccharides in an amount ranging from 5 to 50 w/w % with respect to the Mangosteen extract or a fermented Mangosteen product and to a process for obtaining thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2008
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventor: Mauro Mantovani
  • Calcium Fortification of Bread Dough
    Publication number: 20100330256
    Abstract: Calcium additives useful for fortifying baked goods, such as bread products, with calcium are disclosed. The calcium additives are particularly useful for fortifying leavened baked goods with calcium. Methods for preparing the calcium additives and using the calcium additives to fortify baked goods are also disclosed. Generally, the calcium additives comprise intimate admixtures calcium carbonate and an acid such as citric acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2010
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Applicant: Delavau LLC
    Inventors: Kevin W. Lang, James W. Dibble, Gregory B. Murphy
  • FOOD COMPOSITIONS FOR SALTING IN PARTICULAR
    Publication number: 20100323080
    Abstract: The application relates, in particular, to a salting composition comprising at least two potassium salts at least one of which is a potassium organic salt. The application likewise relates to a method of preparing a food product comprising at least one step consisting of adding said composition to a food product. Finally, the application also relates to the use of said composition as a salting agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2007
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: NUTRACEUTICS D&S
    Inventor: Christian Leclerc
  • Low sodium salt compositions and methods of preparation and uses thereof
    Patent number: 7854956
    Abstract: Low sodium salt compositions containing a blend of sodium chloride and one or more magnesium, sodium and potassium salts are provided. Also provided are methods for making and using the compositions. Further provided are food products containing the compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Assignee: Exportadora de Sal, S.A. de C.V.
    Inventor: Juan Antonio Flores Zuniga
  • Nutritional Supplement for Simultaneous Saccharification and Fermentation Medium for the Manufacture of Ethanol
    Publication number: 20100316761
    Abstract: Nutritional supplement for alcoholic fermentation medium based on carbohydrate starting materials, in particular starchy starting materials, comprising, and preferably consisting of, an active ingredient derived from a fermentation with a mould. It can be in liquid or solid form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2007
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventors: Jean-Luc Baret, Pierre Labeille
  • Nutritionally Fortified Liquid Composition With Added Value Delivery Systems/Elements/Additives
    Publication number: 20100316768
    Abstract: A shelf-stable, ready to use, water-like composition for humans/animals; as an adjunct to fiber-water, and/or safe drinking water, consumed directly, tube feedings, or in the preparation/reconstitution of food(s)/beverage(s). Fortified Fiber-Water is fiber-water, with added delivery systems: Encapsulations/particles, of different size(s), shape(s), material(s), colors, non-visible, serving one or more functions: improved taste, odor-masking; controlled release applications; bio-availability of actives, avoid hygroscopicity; minimized interactions, improved thermal, oxidative, and shelf-life; decorative. Viscosity changing elements, (with one or more viscosity changing additives, with or without encapsulations, particles) to enhance delivery of active medicants/ingredients of categories: pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, therapeutics, diagnostics, etc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2010
    Publication date: December 16, 2010
    Inventor: SUZANNE JAFFE STILLMAN
  • SUBSTANCE AND COMPOSITION BOTH CAPABLE OF IMPARTING HEAT RESISTANCE
    Publication number: 20100310673
    Abstract: An agent for thermally stabilizing lactoferrin, which comprises a nucleic acid as an active ingredient, can be added to lactoferrin to impart thermal stability to lactoferrin. Thermally stabilized lactoferrin can be heat-sterilized at a pH value around a neutral pH value while keeping its activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2009
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: MORINAGA MILK INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Ayako Horigome, Mai Murata, Koji Yamauchi, Mitsunori Takase, Yasuhiro Takeda, Junichi Hashimoto, Ikumi Kojima
  • EXTRACTS OF SCLEROCARYA BIRREA
    Publication number: 20100311828
    Abstract: Provided are extracts obtained from the marula fruit (Sclerocarya Birrea) and uses thereof in a great variety of applications, e.g., use in food supplements for engendering an anti-atherogenic effect in healthy and non-healthy subjects (humans and non-human animals) and as agents for treating or preventing various diseases and disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2009
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: MANAGEMENT AND HOLDINGS - ARDOM
    Inventors: Hamutal Borochov-Neori, Amnon Grinberg
  • MOISTURE-RETAINING BAKED GOODS
    Publication number: 20100310749
    Abstract: Batters are described having gellan gum and other components. The gellan gum is present in an amount effective to provide a baked good formed from the batter having a retained moisture content ranging from about 25% to about 40%. The baked goods and methods for making the baked goods are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2009
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Inventors: Jessica Cristadoro, Adam Hegadorn, David Meza
  • Orally Bioavailable Lipid-Based Constructs
    Publication number: 20100310599
    Abstract: The present invention is embodied by a composition capable inducing weight loss in a patient in need thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2010
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Inventors: W. Blair GEHO, John R. LAU
  • NUTRITIONALLY APPROPRIATE MENU OF FOOD PRODUCTS FOR CHILDREN
    Publication number: 20100310725
    Abstract: The present invention provides a nutritional methodology for optimizing the nutritional needs of a child that includes suggested combinations of food products from a range of foods having an optimal nutrition profile for meeting the nutritional needs of a child wherein two or more food products from the range may be combined to provide an optimal nutrition profile for meeting the nutritional needs of a child. The present invention further provides a kit and a shelf-stable product that employ the nutritional method for optimizing the nutritional needs of a child.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2008
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Inventors: Kathleen Reidy, Cheryl Callen, Lynn Belote
  • COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING SESAMIN-CLASS COMPOUND(S) AND QUERCETIN GLYCOSIDE(S)
    Publication number: 20100311676
    Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a means of enhancing the bodily absorption of sesamin-class compounds. By using sesamin-class compounds and quercetin glycosides in combination, the bodily absorption of the sesamin-class compounds can be enhanced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2008
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: Suntory Holdings Limited
    Inventors: Namino Tomimori, Yoshiko Ono
  • STABLE AMORPHOUS CALCIUM CARBONATE COMPRISING PHOSPHORYLATED AMINO ACIDS
    Publication number: 20100310677
    Abstract: Provided are compositions containing amorphous calcium carbonate (ACC), and at least one phosphorylated amino acid which stabilizes the amorphous form of said calcium carbonate. The compositions are useful in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2008
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicant: AMORPHICAL LTD.
    Inventors: Shmuel Bentov, Amir Sagi, Amir Berman, Assaf Shechter
  • Phospholipids including long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids as constituents, and use of such phospholipids
    Patent number: 7847113
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of efficiently and stably producing LCPUFA-PL. Specifically, the invention provides a method for producing phospholipids that contain LCPUFA as a constituent (LCPUFA-PL), wherein lipid producing cells producing lipids that contain long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFA) are used as a starting material, the method including a PL extracting step of extracting phospholipids (PL) from defatted cells obtained by extracting triglyceride (TG)-containing oil or fat from the lipid producing cells.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Assignee: Suntory Holdings Limited
    Inventors: Hiroshi Kawashima, Motoo Sumida, Akiko Shiraishi
  • High Protein and High Fiber Algal Food Materials
    Publication number: 20100303990
    Abstract: The disclosed inventions include microalgal biomass high in protein and fiber, wherein the biomass has been manufactured through heterotrophic fermentation. The materials provided herein are useful for the manufacture of meat substitutes and meat enhancers, as well as other food products that benefit from the addition of digestible protein and dietary fiber. Structural properties of foods are enhanced through the use of such materials, including texture and water retention properties. High in protein and fiber food materials of the invention can be manufactured from edible and inedible heterotrophic fermentation feedstocks, including corn starch, sugar cane, glycerol, and depolymerized cellulose.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2010
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Applicant: Solazyme, Inc.
    Inventors: Geoffrey Brooks, Scott Franklin, Jeff Avila, Stephen M. Decker, Enrique Baliu, Walter Rakitsky, John Piechocki, Dana Zdanis, Leslie M. Norris
  • Protein Mixture and Use Thereof in the Preparation of a Product that is Intended for Oral or Enteral Administration
    Publication number: 20100292168
    Abstract: This invention relates to a novel protein mixture and the use thereof in the preparation of a food product intended for oral or enteral nutrition. This protein mixture, based on caseinate, pea proteins and milk serum proteins has very high protein quality indices (protein efficiency index) and a good digestibility, thus the ease of conversion of said protein mixture is very good when compared to that of superior-quality highly-digestible proteins per excellence.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2005
    Publication date: November 18, 2010
    Applicant: KATRY INVERSIONES, S.L.
    Inventors: Angel Gil Hernandez, Emilio Martinez de Victoria Munoz, Paloma San Roman Pais
  • TREATMENT OF ASPIRIN RESISTANCE WITH BETAINE AND/OR BETAINE ENRICHED MOLASSES
    Publication number: 20100292327
    Abstract: Use of glycine betaine as therapeutically active ingredient for the preparation of a medicament and/or a nutritional product and/or a dietary supplement for treating human resistant to a compound selected from the group consisting of aspirin, clopidogrel, thienopyridines and combinations thereof, who suffers from a disease requiring the administration of a compound selected from the group consisting of aspirin, clopidogrel, thienopyridines and combinations thereof, or who is at risk of suffering of said disease, whereby the medicament comprises an effective amount of glycine betaine for decreasing by at least 10%, advantageously at least 20% the resistance of said patient to said compound selected from the group consisting of aspirin, clopidogrel, thienopyridines and combinations thereof
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2010
    Publication date: November 18, 2010
    Inventor: Jallal Messadek
  • FOOD SUPPLEMENT CONTAINING ALPHA-KETO ACIDS FOR SUPPORTING DIABETES THERAPY
    Publication number: 20100280123
    Abstract: Food supplement containing alpha-keto acids for supporting diabetes therapy. The present invention relates to a formulation which is used as food supplement and contains alpha-keto acids for supporting therapy in diabetes mellitus type II (DM).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2010
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Applicant: Evonik Degussa GmbH
    Inventors: Andreas KARAU, Henrike Gebhardt, Norbert Windhab, Matthias Kottenhahn, Yuefei Liu, Jürgen M. Steinacker
  • Method of Reducing Cholesterol in Chicken Eggs
    Publication number: 20100278966
    Abstract: A shark liver oil chicken feed for reducing cholesterol in chicken eggs and a method for producing eggs that have a lower cholesterol content. The shark liver oil chicken feed comprises of chicken feed and an ounce of shark liver oil that is added to the chicken feed. The method consists of feeding egg laying hens an ounce of shark liver oil daily along with chicken feed. The ounce of shark liver oil is one percent, by weight, of each hens daily chicken feed. The eggs are to be collected on the seventh week from the first feeding of the shark liver oil chicken feed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2009
    Publication date: November 4, 2010
    Inventor: Pablo De La Mota
  • Production of DHA in microalgae in medium having modified amounts of potassium
    Patent number: 7824892
    Abstract: Methods for production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms, including the heterotrophic marine dinoflagellate Crypthecodinium, using low levels of chloride ion are disclosed. Specifically, methods of increasing production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine microorganisms while growing in low chloride media by manipulating sodium ion and potassium ion levels. The invention also relates to methods of production of highly unsaturated fatty acids by marine organisms at low pH levels, and includes methods for generation of low pH tolerant strains.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Assignee: Martek Biosciences Corporation
    Inventors: Paul W. Behrens, John M. Thompson, Kirk Apt, Joseph W. Pfeifer, III, James P. Wynn, James Casey Lippmeier, Jaouad Fichtali, Jon Hansen
  • Low sodium salt compositions and methods of preparation and uses thereof
    Patent number: 7820225
    Abstract: Low sodium salt compositions containing a blend of sodium chloride and one or more magnesium, sodium and potassium salts are provided. Also provided are methods for making and using the compositions. Further provided are food products containing the compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Assignee: Exportadora de Sal, S.A. de C.V.
    Inventor: Juan Antonio Flores Zuniga
  • TREATMENT OF METABOLIC DISEASE
    Publication number: 20100267611
    Abstract: The invention relates to metabolic disease, including non alcoholic fatty liver disease, to risk factors associated with same and to phospholipid-containing compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Publication date: October 21, 2010
    Applicant: The University of Sydney
    Inventor: Jeffrey Cohn
  • METHODS FOR FORMULATING AND CUSTOMIZING A MICRONUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT
    Publication number: 20100266723
    Abstract: Nutritional supplements and methods for formulating and customizing such nutritional supplements are included. Also included are methods for formulating and customizing nutritional supplements to subject deficiencies for preventing disease and protecting against nutritional losses and deficiencies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2005
    Publication date: October 21, 2010
    Applicant: METAMETRIX, INC.
    Inventors: James Alexander Bralley, III, Richard Lord
  • Ketomethionine ketals and derivatives thereof
    Patent number: 7815950
    Abstract: Ketomethionine ketals and hemiketals and derivatives thereof are useful as feed additives, in particular for the nutrition of ruminants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2010
    Assignee: Evonik Degussa GmbH
    Inventors: Christoph Kobler, Martin Hateley, Philipp Roth, Barbara Jaeger, Rainer Peter, Christoph Weckbecker, Klaus Huthmacher
  • NUTRITIONAL FORMULATION WITH HIGH ENERGY CONTENT
    Publication number: 20100261642
    Abstract: The present invention concerns high energy formulations for treatment and/or prevention of faltering growth in infants, in particular for promoting catch-up growth in a sick infant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2008
    Publication date: October 14, 2010
    Inventors: Maarten Anne Hoijer, Johannes Wilhelmus Christina Sijben
  • High Fiber Nutritional Emulsions
    Publication number: 20100260902
    Abstract: Disclosed are nutritional aqueous emulsions having high fiber content. These emulsions comprise fat, protein, and carbohydrate, which includes from 1.75% to about 4.0% by weight of diacylglycerol oil and from about 1.5% to about 9.0% by weight of fiber. These emulsions may also comprise fat, protein, and carbohydrate, which includes from 1% to about 4.0% of diacylglycerol oil by weight of the aqueous emulsion and from about 2.0% to about 9.0% of fiber by weight of the aqueous emulsion, wherein the aqueous emulsion has a viscosity of less than about 300 centipoise at 20° C. These high fiber emulsions provide beneficial features, including one or more of stability, desirable hedonics, rheology, and product performance, including a blunted glycemic response profile and or minimal or no gastrointestinal intolerance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2010
    Publication date: October 14, 2010
    Inventors: Joseph E. Walton, David R. Wolf, Neile K. Edens, Vikkie A. Mustad
  • METABOLIC IMPRINTING
    Publication number: 20100255114
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the field of nutrition. In particular the present invention relates to infant nutrition in the post natal period and in early life, more particular during the age period of 6-36 months or during a part thereof One embodiment of the present invention is a kit of diet compositions for children during the age period of 6-36 months or during a part thereof, wherein the macronutrient content of the compositions is gradually changing in the form of a straight line from a composition that comprises about 40-50% energy from fat and about 40-49% energy from carbohydrates for children at the age of 6 months to a composition that comprises about 30-35% energy from fat and about 50-55% energy from carbohydrates for children at the age of 36 months, and its use to prevent obesity later in life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2008
    Publication date: October 7, 2010
    Inventors: Yasaman Shahkhalili, Kevin Acheson, Katherine Mace, Julie Moulin, Irene Zeinden, Olivier Aprikian, Theresa Voss, Silja Ursel, Martinas Kuslys
  • Micronutrient Fertilizers and Methods of Making and Using the Same
    Publication number: 20100240533
    Abstract: A water insoluble micronutrient fertilizer, methods of producing, and methods of using the same are provided. The fertilizer may comprise at least one first micronutrient selected from the group consisting of chromium, cobalt, copper, iron, manganese, and zinc; a polyphosphate; and optionally at least one second micronutrient selected from the group consisting of boron, chlorine, iodine, molybdenum or selenium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2010
    Publication date: September 23, 2010
    Inventor: Chandrika Varadachari
  • ABELMOSCHUS MANIHOT MEDICUS FLOWER PERFUMED PRODUCT
    Publication number: 20100239697
    Abstract: The Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flower perfumed product, which is made by immersing the Abelmoschus manihot Medicus flower containing volatile substance in Abelmoschus manihot Medicus oil, vegetable oil with more than 60% unsaturated fatty acid or cosmetic base oil grade mineral oil. The product using the edible oil and fat as the carrier can be used as food materials and that using mineral oil as the carrier can be used as the raw materials of medicine, skin care and hair care products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2007
    Publication date: September 23, 2010
    Applicant: Beijing Dongsheng Agricultural Technology Devopment (Group) Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Zhiyuan Wang, Shaozhang Wang
  • AQUEOUS PROCESSING OF OILSEED PRESS CAKE
    Publication number: 20100234569
    Abstract: The subject invention relates in part to novel steps in canola and other oil seed processing, including milling to achieve a significant particle size reduction, extraction of higher levels of protein from the starting material, the use of presscake as a starting material, and the production of a precipitated protein concentrates containing a nutritionally significant amount of oil. The subject invention also provides optimal pH ranges for extraction and recovery steps in these novel processes. The subject processes can be applied to, and offer similar advantages to, other oilseeds and vegetable matter, such as sunflower seeds and flax seeds. The subject invention also includes novel feed compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2007
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Applicant: Dow Agro-Sciences LLC
    Inventors: Richard K. Helling, Thomas G. Patterson, Stewart J. Campbell
  • DEER FOOD FORMULATIONS AND RELATED METHODS
    Publication number: 20100227021
    Abstract: Deer food formulations, methods and uses are provided. In particular, protein, fiber, mineral and other optimization, for increasing deer health and physiology are provided. Methods to make the deer food are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2010
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Applicant: WOODLAND OUTDOOR GROUP, LLC
    Inventor: Doug Arnold
  • INSTANTLY SOLUBLE COMPOSITIONS FOR CALCIUM FORTIFICATION OF BEVERAGES
    Publication number: 20100221388
    Abstract: The invention provides soluble calcium supplement compositions that provide a clinically significant amount of calcium and optionally sweeteners and/or vitamins, while overcoming the issue of calcium-mediated coagulation in casein-containing beverages, such as coffee or tea with milk, and the issue of visible calcium oxalate particle formation in oxalate-containing beverages, such as black tea. Also provided are prepackaged articles containing the compositions of the invention in multiple and single beverage amounts and methods of using said compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Inventors: Yael Policker, Shai Policker
  • STABLE AMORPHOUS CALCIUM CARBONATE COMPRISING SYNTHETIC PHOSPHORYLATED PEPTIDES
    Publication number: 20100221362
    Abstract: Provided are compositions containing amorphous calcium carbonate (ACC), and at least one phosphorylated peptide which stabilizes the amorphous form of said calcium carbonate. Particularly, the peptide can be selected from crustacean proteins, also provided by the invention, namely GAP65, GAP22, GAP21, and GAP12 (also indicated herein as GAP10). The compositions are useful in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: AMORPHICAL LTD.
    Inventors: Shmuel Bentov, Amir Sagi, Amir Berman, Assaf Shechter
  • NOVEL GALENICAL SYSTEM FOR ACTIVE TRANSPORT, METHOD FOR PREPARATION AND USE
    Publication number: 20100221298
    Abstract: The invention relates to a novel galenical system for taste masking, protecting an active substance, in particular in an acid medium, modulating releasing properties, masking mucous irritability and toxicity of certain active substances, for preparing aqueous forms which have a masked taste, are stable and pH independent. Said invention also relates, in particular to a galenical system which is embodied in the form of lipidic solid particles and strictly hydrophobic and devoid of water, surface active agents, emulsifiers, solvent traces and which is characterised in that it comprises at least one type of hydrophobic wax and at least one type of fatty non-neutralised acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: ORALANCE PHARMA
    Inventors: Karin IOUALALEN, Rose-Anne RAYNAL
  • Mineral complexes of lactobionic acid and method of using for mineral fortification of food products
    Patent number: 7781002
    Abstract: Mineral complexes, especially calcium complexes, of lactobionic acid which are especially useful for mineral fortification of food and beverage products are provided. The preferred calcium complex of lactobionic acid provided in the present invention delivers a soluble, stable, clean tasting calcium source suitable for calcium fortification of a wide variety of food and beverage products. The mineral complexes are prepared by mixing lactobionic acid, a mineral source, (e.g., mineral hydroxide), and an edible acid (e.g., citric acid) in an aqueous solution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2010
    Assignee: Kraft Foods Global Brands LLC
    Inventors: Cheryl Baldwin, Ahmad Akashe, Bary Lyn Zeller, Manuel Marquez-Sanchez, Rathna Koka
  • RECOVERY BLENDS FOR LIQUID BEVERAGES
    Publication number: 20100209557
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein provides improved beverages, such as energy drinks and enhanced water, which can help the human body function better and recover faster from exercise or stress while maintaining a pleasant taste. Some embodiments of the invention describe recovery blends that include one or more ingredients selected from D-glucuronolactone, milk thistle extract, prickly pear extract, acai extract, and zeolites. Preferred beverage formulations do not include taurine. Some embodiments are designed specifically to be mixed with alcohol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Inventors: DANIEL C. O'CONNOR, TODD W. SMITH
  • DIETARY INGREDIENT WITH ENHANCED BIOAVAILABILITY
    Publication number: 20100209558
    Abstract: The invention is directed to an improved composition and process for enhanced bioavailability. The composition includes a dietary supplement that is micronized and combined with polyethylene glycol. The process of increasing the bioavailability of a dietary ingredient includes ingesting a dietary supplement that is micronized and combined with polyethylene glycol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: General Nutrition Corporation
    Inventor: Guru Ramanathan
  • ENCAPSULATED AGGLOMERATION OF MICROCAPSULES AND METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION THEREOF
    Publication number: 20100209524
    Abstract: Microcapsules comprising an agglomeration of primary microcapsules, each individual primary microcapsule having a primary shell and the agglomeration being encapsulated by an outer shell, may be prepared by providing an aqueous mixture of a loading substance and a shell material, adjusting pH, temperature, concentration and/or mixing speed to form primary shells of shell material around the loading substance and cooling the aqueous mixture until the primary shells agglomerate and an outer shell of shell material forms around the agglomeration. Such microcapsules are useful for storing a substance and for delivering the substance to a desired environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: OCEAN NUTRITION CANADA LTD.
    Inventor: Nianxi Yan