Abstract: Nutritional compositions delivered in vivo in a time controlled manner sustainable over long periods of time, provide enhancing athletic performance, increased hand/eye coordination and concentration on the task at hand.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement, comprising a combination of resveratrol, nicotinic acid or a nicotinic acid precursor, and D-ribose in nutritionally effective amounts; and wherein the combination is configured to increase Sirtuin 1 enzymatic activity and to initiate increased NAD+ production for sustaining said Sirtuin 1 enzymatic activity. In some examples the nutritional supplement is configured to target a certain physiologic stress and is delivered in treatments including a resveratrol dose of 30 mg per day, a nicotinic acid or nicotinic acid precursor dose of 30 mg per day, and a D-ribose dose of 3 grams per day.

Abstract: Spray dried nutritional powders include soluble calcium, protein, and at least one of a soluble citrate, a soluble phosphate, and combinations thereof as at least one chelating agent. At least a portion of the soluble calcium is calcium HMB. At least a portion of the protein is soluble protein. The spray dried nutritional powders have a weight ratio of soluble calcium binding capacity to total soluble calcium of from about 2.3:1 to about 12:1. The calcium HMB, the at least one chelating agent, and the protein are spray dried together.

Abstract: A method for producing biochar particles or pellets which use sulphur and other additives. The method includes producing a mixture with biochar and additives selected from sulphur, lignin, and gluten. The mixture is mixed with water and passed through an extruder to produce an extrudate. The extrudate is then cut into pellets. The pellets are then tumbled/spun with each other and heated to result in mostly spheroidal pellets whose mechanical characteristics allow them to be used with well-known agricultural equipment. The biochar can be produced with sulphur incorporated as an outer coating. To produce this sulphur coated biochar, the method includes feeding a biomass feedstock to a pyrolysis reactor, pyrolyzing the feedstock into biochar particles, size-sorting the biochar particles, and coating the biochar particles with the sulphur coating material.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a process for preserving an aqueous preparation of mineral material like e.g. calcium carbonate preparations, and to the use of a composition as a preservative in an aqueous preparation of mineral materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of a powdered composition from a liquid composition comprising fat, protein or both, to the powdered composition obtained thereby and products containing said powdered composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of flour containing a mixture of pulverized edible parts of Okra plant species, Vigna plant species and one or more types of food based carbohydrates selected from cereals or non-cereals or a mixture thereof, for the preparation of a food for altered glycemic response.

Abstract: A dietary supplement includes a base mixture of ingredients with at least one plant or animal protein and a plant-based protein activator. The plant-based protein activator includes a first group of plant extracts having a proteolytic activity and possibly a second group of plant extracts with an emollient and peristaltic activity, a third group of plant extracts with a carminative activity and a fourth group of plant extracts with a depurative and liver and kidney protective activity.

Abstract: An aqueous solution of a soy protein product having a protein content of at least about 60 wt % (N×6.25) d.b. which is completely soluble in aqueous media at a pH of less than about 4.4 and heat stable at that pH range is adjusted in pH to a pH of about 6.1 to about 8. The resulting product is further processed by drying the product, recovering and drying any precipitated soy protein material, heat treating and then drying the product, or heat treating the product and recovering and drying any precipitated soy protein material.

Abstract: Antimicrobial formulations and solutions for food safety and quality applications are disclosed. Because some of these formulations and solutions contain a substantial concentration of salt, they are adaptable to a variety of food-processing applications, such as for chilling brine applications, disinfecting meat baths/rinses, beef injection brines, poultry chill tanks, brines used in cheese manufacture, as a wash to kill salmonella and other bacteria on hard-boiled eggs or egg shells, and as a wash to disinfect produce, which can become contaminated with salmonella and other pathogenic bacteria in the field. These uses of concentrated salt solutions that depress the freezing point of the solution provide a low temperature bath or shower in which food products can be cooled. One embodiment comprises between 25 ppm and 100,000 ppm surfactant and between 72% and 99.99% salt.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food product which has been fortified in iron content, comprising a Fe3O4 sphere. The present invention also relates to an iron-containing additive for use in the above food product, in the form of a Fe3O4 sphere. The present invention further relates to a method for preparing the above food product, comprising the steps of adding or mixing the iron-containing additive in solid or dispersed form with the food product, wherein the iron-containing additive is in the form of a Fe3O4 sphere.

Abstract: A material which contains a lipophilic component having a pungent taste or flavor such as a spicy component (e.g., a capsaicin) and a bitter component (e.g., a turmeric extract), in which the pungent taste and/or flavor of the lipophilic component can be reduced effectively, and in which the separation among components contained therein is not caused; a method for producing the material; a composition such as a food, a beverage, a cosmetic and a medicine, which contains the material; and a liquid composition having such a form that the material is dispersed in water.

Abstract: Stable and bioavailable formulations and methods for lycopene extraction are disclosed and described. In particular, methods to extract plant lycopene without the use of organic (chemical) solvents, to produce a water soluble food ingredient and colorantant, which are stabilized by natural, antioxidants (vit E, vit C, beta-carotene). In some aspects, the formulation can include concentrate, or dry powder of the aril of momordica conchinchinensis spreng (gac), in combination of at least one other antioxidant. Formulations described herein are palatable and less acidy than, tomatoes' products. The methods do not involve use of chemical solvents, no alcohol, therefore is safe for consumption, and produces no toxic residue, nor toxic waste. This invention provides stable and bioavailable lycopene to populations whose intake of lycopene is low, or for those who have problems with high acid foods, and can be used, in beverage, food, supplements, cosmeticals and nutraceuticals.

Abstract: Disclosed are nutritional products comprising calcium beta-hydroxy-beta methylbutyrate, conjugated linoleic acid, and protein. The nutritional product forms include nutritional liquids and nutritional powders. The nutritional products not only provide benefits for individuals concerned with muscle health and functionality, but also exhibit physical stability, sensory and/or aesthetic benefits in each of the selected product forms.

Abstract: A nutriment or medicament may have a neutral buoyancy for being suspended in a liquid, or at a desired depth within the liquid to improve consumption of the nutriment or medicament and reduce waste. Disclosed also are methods for making and using the neutrally buoyant products.

Abstract: The present invention is referred to a method of production of plant powder for use in food and plant protection, preferentially obtained from plant crops of the Brassicaceae family (Crucifers). Also, the present invention is referred to a plant powder obtained by the procedure of the invention and the use of the plant-derived powder in food and plant protection as herbicide and insecticide. Moreover, this invention is referred to a foodstuff that incorporates the plant powder of the invention in edible forms either in solids, beverages, food supplements or additives, as well as a plant pest control product (herbicide and insecticide) that incorporates the plant powder of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new process for supplementation of beverages with soluble and bio available iron in the form of ferric pyrophosphate. This process allows iron supplementation of beverages at low cost, without affecting either the original taste or the colour of the beverages. It is also directed to a concentrate ferric pyrophosphate-citrate solution and its use in the preparation of an iron enriched beverage. The invention also relates to a beverage obtainable by this process.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel orally dispersible multi-micronutrient dietary supplement in a tablet dosage form. Use of lipid encapsulated substrates, flavorings, sweeteners and bitter masking agents provides for a dosage that suppresses unpleasant tastes or aftertastes and imparts a pleasant mouth feel when the tablet disperses after being sucked or chewed for several minutes. The combination of lipid encapsulated substrates, oral disintegration and multiple daily dosing schedule provides for improved bioavailability of several crucial micronutrients.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention provides dietary fiber compositions comprising effective amounts of glucomannan, xanthan gum, and alginate to produce a desired viscosity. The invention also provides food products comprising an effective amount of a dietary fiber composition. In other aspects, the invention provides methods for preparing a dietary fiber composition or a food product comprising a dietary fiber composition and methods for promoting satiety, promoting weight loss, lowering blood glucose levels, or lowering blood cholesterol levels in a mammal.

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a process for producing an aqueous solution containing a fat-soluble substance. A combination of a super dissolution aid, cyclodextrin and a fat-soluble substance or a combination of the super dissolution aid and a cyclodextrin complex of the fat-soluble substance is used for dissolving the fat-soluble substance, whereby it becomes possible to provide an aqueous solution containing the fat-soluble substance at a high concentration and an aqueous solution having improved transdermal absorbability of the fat-soluble substance contained therein.

Abstract: The present embodiments provide for edible confectionery compositions made of natural ingredients, comprising a confectionery main body that includes, within the main body, a confectionery functional ingredient vehicle. The functional ingredient vehicle can include, for example, vitamins, antioxidants and/or electrolytes. The vehicle also provides at least one sensory signal to the consumer, such as a snap, crunch or pop, characterized by a hard bite-through.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved process for the preparation of an extract enriched in dihydrochalcones, and more specifically enriched in phlorizin, starting from a polyphenolic fraction originating from industrial apple processing. The invention also relates to a dihydrochal-cone extract obtainable by this process, and to a food or a nutraceutical product comprising a dihydrochalcone extract of the present invention.

Abstract: A phytin aqueous solution including at least one alpha-hydroxylated carboxylic acid and phytin in a solubilized form, preferably in a concentration ranging from 70 g/L to 270 g/L, and in that it has a pH value ranging from 3 to 5. The phytin aqueous solution may be used in the preparation of a liquid nutritional supplement and in the preparation of a cosmetic composition.

Abstract: Methods for replacing salt in a food composition comprising substituting all or part of the salt in the food composition with vinegar, while conserving the food composition's gustative, olfactive and physical values the presence of salt instead of the vinegar would give. In various embodiments, the food composition is a product of bakery comprising water, salt, yeast, and flour or a mix of flours. For example, vinegar may replace at least 60% of the salt in the food composition, and may have an acidity of 3% to 10%.

Abstract: Provided is a food containing milk ceramide that solves the problems of sedimentation and non-uniformity within the food. Also provided is a process for producing the food. Milk ceramide is transformed into a paste and added to a food. In this manner, it becomes possible to add 0.3-10.0% of milk ceramide to a food homogeneously without causing precipitation. Thus, a food can be provided, which contains milk ceramide homogeneously in such an amount that cannot be achieved by conventional techniques without causing sedimentation.

Abstract: Chemically modified lipids and methods for their preparation are provided.

Abstract: The aim of the present invention is to reduce the concentration of aroma compounds in food products, without having negative taste attributes. The present invention provides such food products containing two sections, wherein the two sections are visually the same, and wherein the two sections contain aroma compounds at different concentrations in the two sections.

Abstract: The present invention provides a preparation method and system for clarified plum wine and plum extract, blanching plum at 95° C. for 5 minutes, and then extracting the blanched plum with extracting solution containing 70-75% alcohol in volume ratio of 1:2 (w/v) at 8˜10° C. in vacuum for 30 minutes before centrifugation, cooling clarification of the plum juice at ?8° C. and ?20° C. is carried out immediately for 30 minutes respectively, so as to obtain clarified plum wine. Afterwards, the plum wine is concentrated in vacuum to ? of original volume to obtain clarified plum extract; therefore, high quality plum wine and plum extract can be obtained without destroying the plum tissue, and the production efficiency is quite ideal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to complexes of beepollen and clay, as well as to their preparation methods and to their therapeutic uses or as a food supplement, a functional food, in human and animal healthcare.

Abstract: The present invention provides nutrient fortifying composition for food products. More particularly the present invention provides chromium and boron fortifying composition comprising boron source, trivalent chromium source, copper ion source, class II preservative (202), and acidity regulator (330). The invention further provides a hydration supplement and a fortified water beverage to supplement the deficiencies of chromium and boron in humans.

Abstract: Electrolyte fortifying composition for recharge, a hydrating supplement, and process for preparing the same The present invention provides nutrient fortifying composition for food products. More particularly the present invention provides Electrolyte fortifying composition for recharge comprising calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium bicarbonate, acidity regulator (330), copper sulphate; and class ii preservative (202). The invention further provides a hydration supplement and a fortified water beverage to supplement the deficiencies of chromium and boron in humans.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition, particularly homeopathic medicines for weight reduction, including the following components: Adonis vernalis, Calcium carbonicum Hahnemann, Capsicum, Cascara, Fucus vesiculosus, Graphites and Kalium Carbonicum and Phytolacca, as well as a nutrition and a method for weight reduction.

Abstract: The present invention provides a chewable composition containing granules of water-soluble dietary fiber. The chewable composition has highly agreeable organolpetic properties and is consumable without the need of an ingestion aid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to infant/young child nutrition. A set of nutritional compositions having beneficial effects to infants/young children is disclosed. The set of nutritional compositions comprises at least two compositions with varying amounts of components which impart a beneficial effect to the infants young/children. A nutrition kit for infants/young children comprising the set of nutritional compositions is also disclosed as well as a method for manufacturing the set of nutritional components. A dosage regimen is also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition comprising caffeine, L-theanine, and Coleus forskohlii is provided. The composition is useful in methods for increasing perceived energy, cognitive focus, and thermogenesis. The method is also useful for aiding in weight loss or weight maintenance and may be particularly useful for improving exercise performance.

Abstract: Dietary nutritional supplements specially formulated for use by high school, college and professional athletes, especially wrestlers. The nutritional supplements provide a natural, clean, safe and non-toxic way to promote health and aid athletes in training and competition. The nutritional supplements build strength, endurance and stamina, replenish electrolytes lost during intense sweating, provide essential nutrients, and increase and sustain energy. The nutritional supplements can be mixed with each other in various combinations to provide athletes with essential nutrients as necessary based on the activity undertaken. While designed primarily for athletes with demanding workout routines, the nutritional supplements can benefit persons of all ages by providing essential nutrients, vitamins and minerals.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions delivered in vivo in a time controlled manner sustainable over long periods of time, provide enhancing athletic performance, increased hand/eye coordination and concentration on the task at hand.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hydronium stabilized silicic acid nanoparticles, to the formulation obtained from the said diluted suspension, to the powder obtained from the said dehydrated suspension and to the preparation or dosage form obtained from the said suspension, formulation or powder, to their preparation and their use in all kinds of applications in the domains of food, medicine, pharmaceutics, cosmetics. The present invention provides a stable suspension of colloidal silicic acid nanoparticles having a pH lower than 0.9, a molar silicon concentration between 0.035 and 0.65, a free water concentration of at least 30% (w/v) and a ratio between hydronium ion and Si molar concentrations higher than 2 and preferably inferior to 4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a) 0.1 to 70 weight-% based on the composition of one or more fat-soluble active ingredients; b) one or more plant protein(s) chosen from the group of proteins suitable for food application; and c) one or more soy soluble polysaccharide(s); wherein the sum of the amount of protein(s) and the amount of polysaccharide(s) represents 10 to 85 weight-% based on the composition in dry matter and, wherein the weight ratio of protein(s) to polysaccharide(s) is chosen like 1:b with the proviso that b is comprised between 0.5 and 15.

Abstract: The invention relates to pet food compositions designed to induce the animal to cease feeding upon consumption of the appropriate nutritional amount. The invention further provides methods of inducing satiety response in animals and methods of controlling the amount of food intake in animals.

Abstract: Aspects for utilizing a seawater fluid to optimize egg-production characteristics are disclosed. In one aspect, a method is provided, which includes identifying a desired optimization, determining a corresponding seawater to non-seawater ratio, and generating a seawater fluid according to the ratio. An egg-cultivation method is also provided, which includes ascertaining a desired optimization, selecting a corresponding seawater to non-seawater ratio, and providing a seawater fluid comprising the ratio to a hen. In another egg-cultivation method, hens are provided with a mixed feed comprising a feed to seawater-mineralized produce ratio selected according to a desired optimization. A method to grow produce is also provided, which includes mineralizing soil with a seawater fluid comprising a seawater to non-seawater ratio corresponding to a preferred optimization.

Abstract: Embodiments are related to compositions of matter comprising a food, drug, cosmetic, dietary supplement, or biologic product, said product comprised of a phytochemical fraction recovered from a crude caffeine, said phytochemical fraction having a ratio of polyphenols to caffeine of about 20, 10-30 or 40, or greater than 10. In related embodiments, said phytochemical fraction is a retentate of a filtration process of a water suspension of crude caffeine, and wherein said crude caffeine is a product of a green coffee bean decaffeination process. In other related embodiments, said compositions of matter are useful for facilitating neuroprotection, inhibiting COX-2 or stimulating glucose uptake.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions and formulations that optimize nutritional contents are provided. Dietary compositions and methods for tailoring such compositions to optimize levels of nutrients that have beneficial effects within specific ranges are provided. Dietary plans, and formulations comprising dietary products that comprise optimized levels of nutrients derived from phytochemicals, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, probiotics, prebiotics, microorganisms and fiber. Diet plans and modular nutritional packages comprising food and drink items tailored according to consumer patterns typed by diet, age, size, gender, medical conditions, family history, climate and the like are provided.

Abstract: A potassium-fortified beverage comprising a first potassium component and a second potassium component, the first potassium component comprising monopotassium phosphate, and the second potassium component selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate and potassium citrate and any combinations thereof. The potassium-fortified beverage can be made using a potassium-fortifying composition comprising a blend of the first potassium component and the second potassium component. Methods for making the potassium-fortified beverage and the potassium-fortifying composition are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nutrient composition which contains at least a carbohydrate, a lipid, a protein, and a mineral, and is liquid or semisolid, characterized in that the volume-based median size (d50) of particles in the nutrient composition is 5 to 100 ?m and water-insoluble particles having a protein insolubilized by a divalent cation are contained as a major component of the nutrient composition, or a nutrient composition which contains at least a carbohydrate, a lipid, a protein, and a mineral, and is liquid or semisolid, characterized in that water-insoluble particles having a protein insolubilized by a divalent cation are contained as a major component of the nutrient composition and the mass of the protein with respect to the total moles of divalent ions forming the water-insoluble particles is 1.5 to 3 g/mmol.

Abstract: Methods and formulations for increasing the water solubility, stability, shelf life, and/or bioavailability of dietary fatty acids are disclosed. The formulation can comprise a dietary fatty acid, a non-ionic surfactant, a flavonoid or polyphenol, and optionally, water.

Abstract: A glassy extrusion encapsulation composition and a method of making the composition are provided. The encapsulation composition comprises an encapsulate encapsulated in a glassy matrix comprising 0.5 to 12% by weight, based on the total weight of the glassy matrix, of at least one surface active plant extract, and 88 to 99.5% of at least one carbohydrate. The addition of a surface active plant extract to a carbohydrate matrix markedly increases the load of an encapsulate in the encapsulation composition. Such glassy matrices are useful for encapsulation of encapsulates, for example, flavors and medications. A food composition containing the encapsulation composition is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for preparing a mineral composition by gathering deep sea water, dead sea water, underground salt water, sea water, aboveground salt water, mineral water, drinking water, fresh water, underground water, salt or seaweed which is rich in minerals. The present invention relates to a mineral composition, and a preparation method thereof, wherein the mineral composition is prepared by mixing 100 parts by weight of deep sea water, dead sea water, underground salt water, sea water, aboveground salt water, mineral water, drinking water, fresh water, underground water or water with salt dissolved therein, 1-15 parts by weight of sea weed, 0.1-10 parts of weight of a vegetable oil, 0.1-10 parts by weight of an animal oil, 0.1-10 parts by weight of a soap or saponificated product of a vegetable oil, 0.1-10 parts by weight of a soap or saponificated product of an animal oil, 0.1-5 parts by weight of glycerin, 0.1-5 parts by weight of an alcohol, 0.1-5 parts by weight of baking powder, and 0.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions, formulations, and intermediates are provided which may be utilized to formulate various sweeteners and other products. The formulations described herein are made from constituents found in soils or fossilized soils.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food product comprising soluble fibre and at least one exogenous biologically active substance. It further relates to the uses of a mixture comprising at least soluble fibre and at least one exogenous substance in the preparation of a food product to avoid short-term peaks of the exogenous substance in serum, for example. Preferably the food product is a bar comprising caffeine.