Abstract: The present matter provides a gelato formulation that is low in carbohydrate, high in protein, and fiber enriched having similar taste, body and texture of traditional gelatos, and a method of making the same.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a cocoa-derived material comprising a soluble cocoa powder and a cocoa extract, wherein said extract comprises more than 25 wt % based on the extract of polyphenols. The cocoa-derived material can be a syrup, a ready to use beverage or a powder composition. The invention also relates to uses of this cocoa-derived material for preparing carbonated beverages containing cocoa. The invention further relates to a carbonated beverage comprising said cocoa-derived material and to methods for preparing such cocoa-derived materials and beverages.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement composition for treating nutritional deficiencies caused by a medical condition in subjects is disclosed. The present application further discloses a method of using a nutritional supplements composition for treating a subject with complications resulting from sickle cell anemia. The method comprises administering to a subject an effective amount of the nutritional supplement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an isotonic energy drink with an osmolality value between 240 and 300 per litre of drink, comprising the following components: a) almonds b) fruit juice and/or plant extracts c) sucrose d) water.

Abstract: The present embodiments generally relate to beverages with enhanced flavors and aromas and method of making same. Some embodiments of the present disclosure are directed to soluble coffee and methods of making soluble coffee with improvements in such qualities as taste and aroma.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to nutritional compositions for pediatric subjects, such as children's nutritional products and infant formulas, comprising a protein source, a fat source, and a source of ?-1,3-glucan.

Abstract: A food formulation for treating malnourished individuals is provided. The food formulation may be customized to specific target consumer groups. The food formulation further may comprise a majority of locally available ingredients. In some embodiments, a food formulation is provided comprising proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and nutritional ingredients, and having a relatively high energy content.

Abstract: A process is described for obtaining free flowable, carrier free powders from aqueous solutions of deliquescent quaternary ammonium compounds in a two step process, comprising a drying and a powder mixing step. The excellent free-flowing and stability characteristics of the final product could only be obtained when among possible other additives at least one univalent metal fatty acid salt is added to the liquid phase in the drying step and at least one multivalent metal fatty acid salt in the powder mixing step. A surprising synergy was observed between these additives when applied as described in the present invention.

Abstract: A nutrition composition containing fatty acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and additional components, wherein the fatty acids include a two-component fatty acid mixture, the first of which is of omega-3 fatty acids in a fraction of 25% by weight, and the second of which is of medium chain fatty acids having 8-12 carbon atoms in a fraction of at most 50% by weight with respect to the total weight of the fatty acids.

Abstract: A method for enhancing gastrointestinal motility in humans and other mammals comprises administering a therapeutically effective amount of a composition having one or more long chain (C24-C36) primary alcohols as policosanols dispersed in one or more food-grade fats or oils, wherein the particle sizes of the alcohols are substantially less than 10 microns.

Abstract: Several embodiments disclosed herein relate to endurance-enhancing formulations comprising an optimized balance of carbohydrates and protein for consumption before or during physical activity, such as exercise. In several embodiments, consumption of the formulation before or during activity enhances endurance. Other embodiments provide for recovery formulations comprising an optimized balance of carbohydrates and protein, to optimize recovery from exercise, stimulate muscle glycogen repletion, muscle tissue repair and protein synthesis, and enhance the rate of training adaptation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to isolated polypeptides having esterase activity and isolated polynucleotides encoding the polypeptides. The invention also relates to nucleic acid constructs, vectors, and host cells comprising the polynucleotides as well as methods of producing and using the polypeptides.

Abstract: One or more of hydrolysed wheat flour, soluble dietary fibre, prebiotic dietary fibre, polydextrose and soluble corn fibre ate used as basic matrix-forming ingredients in an expanded food product. The matrix-forming ingredients are mixed together with water, plus a whey protein isolate or whey protein concentrate, to increase the protein content of the food. A dough is formed which is then formed into pieces which are temperature conditioned before being expanded under a vacuum caused by evaporation of moisture in the dough. All steps of the process of making the expanded food products, including any subsequent drying, is carried out at a temperature not exceeding 75° C., which advantageously allows mixing in of temperature sensitive ingredients, e.g. vitamins, pharmaceuticals, at the dough forming stage. The products have a honeycomb structure and there is no significant change in flavour or nutritional value of the ingredients caused by the process of manufacture.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement, and methods of use thereof, are provided that are designed to be most effective in optimizing health, improving energy and appearance, reducing the effects of environmental stress and improving, aiding, assisting a person's immunity, including but not limited to decreasing the instances, duration and severity of cold infections.

Abstract: The described invention provides a method to determine a standard equivalent unit of nutrition in one serving of a weighted composition comprising a basket of fruits and vegetables representing at least 85% of all fruits and vegetables consumed in a defined geographical area; a method to fortify a base food so that the base food contains a standard equivalent unit of nutrition present in at least one serving comprising (i) at least one fruit; (ii) at least one vegetable, or (iii) at least one fruit and at least one vegetable; and a nutritional supplement or food additive comprising a set of nutritive components wherein the set of nutritive components provides at least one standard equivalent unit of nutrition present in one serving of a composition comprising at least one fruit and at least one vegetable.

Abstract: The invention provides, in one aspect, a method of producing a cocoa-containing beverage, or a nutritionally fortified or energy-sustaining cocoa beverage, containing beneficial cocoa polyphenols. Ready-to-drink compositions, concentrates, primary beverage components, and packets for producing the beverages are specifically disclosed and prepared from a cocoa water composition made from steeping a cocoa-containing product in water or an aqueous solution. A number of vitamins, minerals, supplements, and nutriceutical compositions can be added.

Abstract: Disclosed are a starting material, and a manufacturing method therefor, which starting material contains a lipophilic component with flavors or odors typical of pungent components, such as capsaicin, and bitter components, such as turmeric extract, and which is able to effectively suppress the taste and/or odor of the lipophilic component, while also not causing the ingredients to separate. Also disclosed is a composition for food and drink, cosmetics, and medicine, etc., to which this starting material is added. Further disclosed is a liquid composition in a form in which said starting material is dispersed in water. Provided is a complex that contains a lipophilic component, a substance (A) selected from a group comprising plant sterols, ?-oryzanol, isoflavone, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, and combinations thereof, and cyclodextrin. Also provided is a composition to which the complex has been added.

Abstract: This disclosure features human milk permeates and compositions containing the same obtained from fractionated whole human milk The oligosaccharide rich permeate and permeate compositions of the present invention are useful as nutritional supplements for pre-term and full term infants, for establishing or maintaining gut flora and for treating the symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a simple and effective methods for sterilization of milk without degradation or loss of biologically active agents in the milk and the products produced by such methods.

Abstract: The described invention provides a method to determine a standard equivalent unit of nutrition in one serving of a weighted composition comprising a basket of fruits and vegetables representing at least 85% of all fruits and vegetables consumed in a defined geographical area; a method to fortify a base food so that the base food contains a standard equivalent unit of nutrition present in at least one serving comprising (i) at least one fruit; (ii) at least one vegetable, or (iii) at least one fruit and at least one vegetable; and a nutritional supplement or food additive comprising a set of nutritive components wherein the set of nutritive components provides at least one standard equivalent unit of nutrition present in one serving of a composition comprising at least one fruit and at least one vegetable.

Abstract: A line of chocolate confectionery products that contains naturally occurring Vitamin C at a minimum percentage of 2% of the RDADV recommendation and 4% RDADV of fiber. The formulations contain at least 4% of the RDADV of at least 3 of the following vitamin and minerals: Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin K, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Zinc, and Manganese. All of these RDADVs are met without the addition of supplements. The formulations contain between 10% and 60% coconut palm sugar in order to meet the defined nutrition requirements. In order to overcome agglomeration issues the formulations contain at least 2.5% fiber.

Abstract: Carbonated dairy nutrient beverage solutions that supply essential nutrients in the human diet are disclosed. The solutions may contain per 8 oz., calcium, magnesium and potassium ions in the form of salts, vitamins A, D, C, and optionally lutein, zeaxanthin and folic acid in specified amounts to provide dietary supplementation. Sweeteners, stabilizers and flavors can also be added to enhance flavor, sensory appeal, mouth-feel, ingredient solubilization and product appearance. A method of making the beverages is also described. A method of using Carbon Dioxide and Nitrogen to reduce bacterial counts and reduce degradation of essential nutrients in dairy beverages with or without pasteurization is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention includes compounds having structural formula (I), or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvate, and/or ester thereof. These compounds are useful as sweet flavor modifiers. The present invention also includes compositions comprising the present compounds and methods of enhancing the sweet taste of ingestible compositions. Furthermore, the present invention provides methods for preparing the compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dietary supplement composition made of: linolinic expeller pressed soybean oil in the range of 65%-85%, Omega 3 (18/12) fish oil 15%-35%, and 1%-20% alpha-tocopherol and a method to use this composition to supplement the diet of a domestic animal, such as a canine or an equine.

Abstract: Chewable compositions containing at least 20% of recommended daily allowance of water-soluble vitamins are used to maintain a beneficial amount of such vitamins in a consumer's bloodstream throughout a day. Use of such chewable compositions may be supplemented by additional single dose intake of such water-soluble vitamins.

Abstract: The present invention relates in general to the field of oil powders. In particular, the present invention relates to an oil composition that is in powder form at room temperature. One embodiment of the present invention is a solid oil powder that has a very high oil content.

Abstract: The present invention is a grain product. The grain product includes a first fraction including bran. The first fraction is milled to a first particle size of less than 500 micrometers. The grain product also includes a second fraction including germ. The second fraction is milled to a second particle size of less than 500 micrometers. The grain product is at least one of: a food product, a nutritional supplement, a dietary supplement, a fiber supplement, a digestive supplement, a functional food, and a medical food.

Abstract: A vitamin C-fortified processed aqueous food or beverage composition for human or animal consumption and methods for preparing such compositions are described. The composition includes at least one water-solubilized chemical source of vitamin C and at least one water-insoluble microparticulate chemical source of ascorbate. The water-soluble vitamin C and the water-insoluble source of ascorbate are both dispersed in the composition that is free of an amount of available solvent that would dissolve the water-insoluble source of ascorbate. The microparticulate ascorbate acts to reduce the rate of loss of vitamin C in the composition.

Abstract: An edible pet chew that is made of rehydrated hide about an inner fill via a positioning sheath.

Abstract: A dry composition that is brewed with potable liquid to produce an infusion beverage and methods of using such compositions are described. The composition includes a first amount of fruit and/or vegetable-derived particulate solids combined with a second pre-measured amount of a particulate bioactive component-containing material, advantageously an antioxidant-rich material. When immersed in the liquid the composition releases the phenolic antioxidants to produce a serving of the beverage. The bioactive component-containing material is advantageously configured and sized to remain substantially uniformly distributed throughout the dry composition.

Abstract: The invention describes stabile anthocyanin compositions, methods to prepare such compositions and also methods of use of such compositions to treat various afflictions. The present invention describes unique compositions of an anthocyanin and a stabilizing compound such that the combination of the two components provides that the anthocyanin does not readily undergo degradation, such as oxidation, pH instability, etc.

Abstract: Compositions having whole soybean powders and soymilks produced therefrom are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a stable emulsion, ready for use, of fat-soluble vitamins or carotenoids, a process for the preparation thereof, and the use thereof as addition to animal feeds, human foods and dietary supplements, and cosmetic and pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: An agglomerated feed includes grain particles having an average size in the range of 0.8 mm to 2.5 mm. The agglomerated particles have an average size in the range of 1.0 mm to 5.5 mm.

Abstract: A method and composition are provided for coating a component to achieve colon-targeted delivery. A component is coated with a fructose-based non-digestible carbohydrate such as a inulin, fructo-oligosaccharide or neosugar. The coated component is orally administered to a monogastric animal. The non-digestible coating causes the composition to pass through the stomach and small intestine without being degraded, and delivers the component to the colon where the coating is digested by microbial fermentation and the component is released.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides formulations and methods for delivering water-soluble and lipid-soluble nutrients for preventing or correcting nutrient deficiencies to subjects requiring small-volume nutritional support, such as preterm infants. The formulations may comprise an emulsion of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) stabilized by a protein emulsifier, such as ?-lactalbumin, and may further comprise other valuable nutrients, such as arachidonic acid (ARA), arginine, glutamine, arginyl-glutamine dipeptide and/or alanyl-glutamine dipeptide. The formulation is useful, for example, for correcting nutritional deficiencies by increasing a subject's intake of nutrients such as ?-3 or ?-6 long-chain polyunsaturated acids, proteins, peptides, vitamins, minerals, other fatty acids, and/or essential amino acids.

Abstract: A whippable food product and a method of making the same are disclosed. The finished product is packaged by an aseptic packaging process. It is shelf-stable (ingredients do not degrade or segregate during storage) at ambient temperatures for an extended period of time, and it whips stiff to form a uniform creamy topping in a short period of time. The product is free of dairy and animal products/by-products, thus suitable for vegan, kosher, or vegetarian consumption. Also, the product does not contain soy products and/or questionable ingredients such as processed oils or chemical additives, etc.

Abstract: A method of making a gel-type livestock feed includes initially forming a feed mixture by mixing feed nutrient components, water, alginate, and a calcium component insoluble in water or a sequestrate to inhibit the calcium component from reacting with the alginate. Once the feed mixture is formed, the calcium component is solubilized or the sequestrates affecting the reactivity between the alginate and the calcium component is removed such that a gel feed is formed that includes a gel matrix containing the feed nutrient components. The gel feed may then be fed to the livestock. In another aspect of the present invention, piglets are weaned by feeding the gel feed for at least seven days directly after weaning. The gel feed may also include protein derived from blood with or without egg protein.

Abstract: This invention relates to wildlife nutritional supplements providing enhanced immune-system bolstering effects. The invention further relates to wildlife nutritional supplements having improved stability and shelf-life and methods of making the same.

Abstract: A nutritional formulation or supplement comprising a cow's milk peptide-containing hydrolysate and/or peptide-containing fraction of the hydrolysate and/or one or more peptides derived from a protein present in cow's milk for use in the induction of tolerance in a human subject, wherein said peptides contained in the hydrolysate or fraction of hydrolysate comprise T cell epitope-containing peptides or wherein said one or more peptides are T cell epitope-containing peptides, and wherein said T cell epitope-containing peptides are capable of driving the immune reaction upon intake of the nutritional formulation towards tolerance.

Abstract: Sustained-released beads providing active ingredients over an extended period of time to an individual orally ingesting the sustained release beads. The sustained-release beads can be part of a suspension wherein the sustained-release beads are suspended and evenly dispersed in the suspension. Binding agents are used to form the structural framework of the sustained released beads and retain the active ingredients without chemical or electrical bonding. The components of the dispersion medium are GRAS designated, making the suspension suitable for use as a food product.

Abstract: Sustained-released beads providing active ingredients over an extended period of time to an individual orally ingesting the sustained release beads. The sustained-release beads can be part of a suspension wherein the sustained-release beads are suspended and evenly dispersed in the suspension. Binding agents are used to form the structural framework of the sustained released beads and retain the active ingredients without chemical or electrical bonding. The components of the dispersion medium are GRAS designated, making the suspension suitable for use as a food product.

Abstract: Novel utilization of sucralose which is a high intense sweetener. Compositions containing sucralose including: sweetening compositions having excellent sweetness qualities based on the characteristics of sucralose; foods with a masked unpleasant smell and unpleasant taste; performance food compositions (viscous food compositions, gel food compositions, emulsified food compositions); foods with improved flavors; preservatives and foods with improved quality of taste; and flavor compositions with improved flavors. Novel utilization of sucralose as a sweetener improver, a masking agent for unpleasant smell/unpleasant taste, a flavor improver, a function improver (viscosity, gelling properties, emulsification properties), a taste characteristic improver, and a flavor improver/enhancer.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition comprising Succinic Acid or a derivative thereof. It has been surprisingly found that Succinic Acid and derivatives thereof have a great potential for use in animal feed, e.g. for improving the feed conversion ratio (FCR) and/or for modulation of the gut flora. It is therefore the main object of the present invention to provide compositions and methods for the use of Succinic Acid in animal feed.

Abstract: Described herein are beverages that provide a number of heath benefits associated with elevated or high blood sugar levels. For example, the beverages are useful in potentiating insulin activity, treating hyperglycemia, and maintaining blood sugar levels in a subject afflicted with diabetes. The beverages are composed of distilled water, cinnamon extract, and sweetener. Vitamins, minerals, and nutrients can be added to the beverage to provide additional health benefits.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for delivering a stable, fat soluble vitamin to a feed composition. The process includes dissolving a fat soluble vitamin in a solvent to form a vitamin-enriched solvent and combining the vitamin-enriched feeds; processes for supplementing the diet of a feed animal with a fat soluble vitamin, processes for extending the shelf life of an animal product, and processes for making stable vitamin-enriched supplements for feed compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Treats have a water activity of less than 0.5 and good organoleptic properties. A method for obtaining such treats having low water activity involves injection molding a dough made from a polyol and at least one of a source of casein and a source of starch.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a product composition comprising free natural amino acids and short natural peptides of an aquatic animal origin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to frozen confectionery product having a protein content of at least 6 wt %, a fat content of at most 8 wt %, an overrun of at least 50% and comprising emulsifiers in an amount of 0.35 to 0.45 wt %. It also relates to the use of emulsifiers in an amount of at least 0.3% for stabilising such frozen confectionery and to a method of improving the stability of frozen confectionery by adding emulsifiers in an amount of 0.35 to 0.45 wt % during preparation of said frozen confectionery.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising: (a) at least a colouring, (b) at least a first emulsifying agent selected from the group of the polysorbates, and (c) at least a second emulsifying agent, selected from the group of the esters of mono- and diglycerides of edible fatty acids, whereby the weight ratio (b):(c) amounts to 5:1 to 40:1.