Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising novel blends of nutritional ingredients and solid, semi-solid and beverage compositions comprising such blends. In particular, this invention relates to rehydration, energy and recovery beverages (e.g. sports drinks), compositions for support of weight management, as well as digestive, bone, cognitive and heart health.

Abstract: Provided is a liquid food composition capable of semi-solidifying in the stomach, which is a one-pack type product containing a water-soluble dietary fiber preliminarily added thereto and in the form of a liquid that can be easily taken, and stably sustains the liquid nature thereof during distribution and storage. The liquid food composition, which is capable of semi-solidifying in an acidic region, comprises a water-soluble dietary fiber (a), a specific metal compound (b), a protein (c) and an emulsifier (d), and the particle size distribution of particles contained in said liquid food composition shows two or more peaks in a neutral region.

Abstract: A mineral water producing method includes the steps of inputting basic data to obtain data about human mineral intake and data about average mineral intake from food; selecting a water supply area to obtain data about mineral intake from daily water intake; selecting an eating habit and a physical/mental condition; inputting personal body weight and calculating mineral intake; setting a daily water intake and calculating a daily mineral supplement; and outputting mineral water. A mineral water producing apparatus includes a water inlet and a water outlet; a first filter being connected at a first end to the water inlet and at a second end to the water outlet; at least one mineral substance container being located between and connected to the second end of the filter and the water outlet; and a controller for controlling the mineral substance container to supply a mineral substance.

Abstract: This invention discloses packaged nutritional supplements that have nutritional ingredients derived from green leafy vegetation that shall collectively or singly be useful to fulfill the daily need of supplementation from one or more of a nutrient from green leafy vegetation. One embodiment of this invention discloses a novel packaged composition that comprises at least one fraction of a green leafy vegetation and at least one more ingredient to improve its usability and is source of at least one nutritional ingredient selected from the group dietary fiber, beta carotene, iron, calcium, xanthophylls, folic acid and lysine plus methionine and cystine; wherein the fraction comprises a fibrous fraction, a water soluble deproteinized juice fraction and a water insoluble high protein low fiber fraction as fourth primary fraction.

Abstract: Provided is a magnesium rich composition including potassium, magnesium and citrate, a method for producing such a composition and food or nutritional product including the composition.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to edible and biodegradable eating utensils and edible and biodegradable containers. In one aspect a method of making and preserving an edible and biodegradable utensil or container is disclosed.

Abstract: An edible pet chew has a single sheet of a hardened chewable material dimensioned large enough and thin enough to be initially malleable for flexing, folding or rolling into a final shape. The single sheet is shaped into a final shape by flexing, folding or rolling and then hardened.

Abstract: Feed ingredients that are otherwise susceptible to degradation by ruminal microorganisms are combined with mineral hydrates (or oxides) and water, and processed through a pin mixer, pellet mill, extruder, or other suitable device to produce agglomerated particles. The ruminant animal feed which is so produced effectively increases the proportion of dietary ingredients presented for digestion and absorption within the post-ruminal digestive tract of the animal by inhibiting premature digestion by microorganisms inhabiting the rumen.

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: 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: Edible precipitate is disclosed binding one or more minerals that are stable in acidic aqueous systems. The precipitate may be utilized in acidic food products. The precipitate comprises at least one mineral and a layer around the at least one mineral wherein the layer comprises protein precipitate. Methods of producing the precipitate are also disclosed.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions containing carbohydrates for maximizing performance and methods for using same are provided. The nutritional compositions provide a refreshing and easy to consume composition that provides adequate amounts and types of nutrition to provide the body with proper fuel for performance. The performance may be, for example, athletic, academic, or other performances requiring physical stamina and/or mental alertness. In an embodiment, the nutritional compositions are puree compositions including dextrose, dextrose polymers, crystalline fructose, corn syrup, and/or other grain/nut syrups including rice syrup, agave syrup, and/or palm syrup, and at least one pureed fruit and/or vegetable. The compositions have a carbohydrate fraction having glucose and fructose in a weight ratio from about 0.5:1 to about 5:1.

Abstract: A highly alkaline, ultra-low sodium antioxidant mineral additive of saturated tripotassium phosphate may be used as an additive to dosages such as concentrated drops, tablets, capsules, bottled water, beverages or other dosage forms. The alkaline antioxidant mineral additive further includes organic potassium, calcium, zinc, magnesium, selenium and 79 trace minerals from ancient sea salt. The trace minerals are taken from the low-sodium technically-processed magnesium chloride marine deposits and chelated with amino acids. The amino acids are from a non-animal source which is suitable for vegetarian and persons who are allergic to animal proteins. The alkaline antioxidant mineral additive, which is considered nutritionally nil in sodium content, can be used as a concentrated aqueous drop or dried and used as an additive for dietary supplement dosage forms including tablets, capsules, bottled water, beverages and others.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions containing carbohydrates for maximizing performance and methods for using same are provided. The nutritional compositions provide a refreshing and easy to consume composition that provides adequate amounts and types of nutrition to provide the body with proper fuel for performance. The performance may be, for example, athletic, academic, or other performances requiring physical stamina and/or mental alertness. In an embodiment, the nutritional compositions are puree compositions including dextrose, dextrose polymers, crystalline fructose, corn syrup, and/or other grain/nut syrups including rice syrup, agave syrup, and/or palm syrup, and at least one pureed fruit and/or vegetable. The compositions have a carbohydrate fraction having glucose and fructose in a weight ratio from about 0.5:1 to about 5:1.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions containing carbohydrates for maximizing performance and methods for using same are provided. The nutritional compositions provide a refreshing and easy to consume composition that provides adequate amounts and types of nutrition to provide the body with proper fuel for performance. The performance may be, for example, athletic, academic, or other performances requiring physical stamina and/or mental alertness. In an embodiment, the nutritional compositions are puree compositions including dextrose, dextrose polymers, crystalline fructose, corn syrup, and/or other grain/nut syrups including rice syrup, agave syrup, and/or palm syrup, and at least one pureed fruit and/or vegetable. The compositions have a carbohydrate fraction having glucose and fructose in a weight ratio from about 0.5:1 to about 5:1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a coffee extract with improved foaming properties, which comprises a multivalent ion ant to methods of producing a coffee extract of the invention and uses thereof.

Abstract: Mixed amino acid/mineral compounds can include at least two amino acids bound to a central mineral atom. The combination of amino acids can be tailored to provide improved solubility, absorption, and/or bioavailability of the mineral. Optionally, organic acids can be bound to the mineral or combined with the chelate in order to further improve solubility, absorption, and/or bioavailability. Compositions including one or more mixed amino acid/mineral compounds can be included in therapeutic regimens for indications in which the mineral may treat and/or prevent a condition or symptom.

Abstract: Sensitive substance-in-wax solutions are disclosed that may be used to protect fish oil and other sensitive edible substances. Sensitive substance wax-in-water emulsions also are disclosed that are stable in food products, e.g., aqueous systems such as acidic beverages, and that may be used to protect sensitive edible substances. The Sensitive substance wax-in-water emulsions can be produced by combining the sensitive substance-in-wax solutions with anionic polymer. Food products comprising the sensitive substance-in-wax solutions and/or the sensitive substance wax-in-water emulsions and methods for producing the sensitive substance-in-wax solutions and the sensitive substance wax-in-water emulsions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to milk-based nutritional compositions for pediatric subjects and to corresponding methods of using the nutritional compositions to promote health and development. The nutritional compositions comprise docosahexaenoic acid, choline and phytonutrients, such as apple extract, grape seed extract, or mixtures thereof. The nutritional compositions are believed to be useful in promoting visual health, gastrointestinal health, immune function and cognitive development and function in infants and children, and the compositions may be administered via a staged nutritional feeding regimen. The disclosure further relates to nutritional compositions that maintain desirable organoleptic properties after addition of phytonutrients to a milk-based matrix and still further relates to methods for producing the same.

Abstract: Edible complex coacervates and aqueous dispersions of complex coacervates are disclosed, that may be utilized to protect a sensitive substance, e.g., fish oil or omega-3 fatty acids or other hydrophobic substances or sensitive hydrophilic substances. The complex coacervates and aqueous dispersions may be utilized in food products. Methods for producing the complex coacervates and aqueous dispersions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mixture comprising or consisting of: (a) one or more inorganic salts which are suitable for nutrition and are not sodium chloride, (b) one or more mono- or polyvalent salts of polybasic food acids, (c) one or more amino acids, or salts thereof, which are suitable for nutrition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a wet grinding method for producing sterol formulations having good wettability. According to said method, a) an additive selected from the group consisting of proteins, proteinaceous adjuvants, carbohydrates, cellulose derivatives, sugar alcohols, fruit concentrates and vegetable concentrates is dissolved or dispersed in water or in an aqueous suspension medium, b) sterol and/or stanol particles having a median particle size of at least 1 mm are added to this solution/dispersion, c) the dispersion thus obtained is homogenized and size-reduced in a mill that works according to the rotor/stator principle, and d) is then optionally dried, with the proviso that the sterol and/or stanol particles are present in the final formulation with a particle size distribution of D90% of not more than 50 ?m.

Abstract: A composition comprises an ion-exchanged carrageenan. The carrageenan may be a traditionally extracted or neutrally extracted iota or kappa carrageenan. The ion-exchanged carrageenan has reduced gelling cation contents, reduced gelling temperature, and reduced melting temperature, as compared to its non-ion-exchanged counterpart. The ion-exchanged carrageenan may be mixed with another carrageenan to form a carrageenan product having a unique gelling temperature and melting temperature. Also disclosed is a process for making an ion-exchanged carrageenan composition.

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.

Abstract: The present invention provides miso containing a flavonoid substance having a flavanone, flavone, or flavonol skeleton in an amount of 0.01 to 5% by mass (weight).

Abstract: Nutritional compositions and methods of making and using the nutritional compositions are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides nutritional compositions having whey protein micelles and leucine. The nutritional compositions provide a sufficient amount of leucine to improve protein synthesis in humans, while also maintaining a low-viscosity fluid matrix and acceptable organoleptic properties.

Abstract: An array of animal diets nutritionally tailored to different animal life stages. A method for facilitating the selection of a life-stage appropriate diet for an animal. The method may comprise providing an indicium to facilitate an anthropomorphic connection between the animal life stage and a corresponding human life stage.

Abstract: Nutritional compositions for general stress reduction and recovery from stress containing certain amounts of five key ingredients: creatine, freeze-dried (“instant”) black tea, L-carnitine, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) essential oil, and passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) essential oil.

Abstract: An egg substitute composition comprising wheat protein, emulsifiers, at least one fat or oil, and polysaccharides, and optionally supplementary proteins and food gums. The composition preferably includes 1-90% wheat protein, 1-30% fat or oil and 5-30% polysaccharides. Optionally 0-50% supplementary proteins, 0-30% emulsifiers, 0-10% food gums, 0-3% reducing-oxidant agents and 0-5% calcium and ferrous salts. The composition also includes 0.01-1% sodium phosphate and disoldium phosphate in liquid form egg replacer.

Abstract: An active ingredient delivery system and a method of making or using the same, wherein the delivery system includes an active ingredient and a carrier component of an amorphous metal salt, with the active ingredient at least partly fixed to and partly encapsulated by the carrier component. The active ingredient may be a bitter tasting polyphenol such as a flavonoid.

Abstract: This invention relates to electrolyte formulations and methods of use thereof to treat or prevent dehydration and taste fatigue. The electrolyte formulation of the invention addresses the needs of a broad population, particularly the needs of an older population. The electrolyte formulation of this invention comprises a dietary fiber source, such as Acacia Gum, a sodium ion source, a potassium ion source, a calcium ion source, a chloride ion source, and a citrate ion source.

Abstract: An easy-to-carry easy-to-open packet finds use by athletes, mountain climbers and others engaged in physical activity. The packet has a fig paste based energy gel composition comprising glucose and natural fructose sugars which rapidly enter the blood stream. The energy gel optionally comprises ATP, which is released to the blood stream sublingually in the mouth without substantial degradation. The packet has a slit for the insertion of a belt, strap or carabineer. An inserted bonded tube on the packet's exterior edge has one end open and one end closed. The open end is in communication with energy gel within the packet. When the packet is pulled, the inserted bonded tube breaks, creating an open end that is placed between the teeth. Squeezing the packet discharges the gel into the mouth of the user.

Abstract: The invention provides feed additive compositions for supplementing the diet of an animal that can reduce the odor of manure produced by animals consuming the compositions. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing the compositions and methods of using the compositions as animal feed additives.

Abstract: A method is provided for solubilizing and stabilizing resveratrol in aqueous solutions free of solvents other than water. Resveratrol is solubilized and stabilized by forming complex structures with positively-charged substances in solution, such as caffeine, vitamins, amino acids and/or metallic ions. Additionally, these solutions can be further enhanced by adding any combination of health-promoting compounds, such as teas, plants and fruits, juices, protein or fiber. Aqueous solutions prepared by the method are also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage product is disclosed that includes water, a color derived from natural sources or its synthetic equivalent, and a color fading inhibitor including a compound selected from the group consisting of enzymatically modified isoquercitrin (EMIQ), rutin and myricitrin, and optionally fumaric acid. The incorporation of EMIQ can be particularly useful for inhibiting color fading of the beverage product exposed to UV light radiation. The colors derived from natural sources may be beta-carotene, black carrot and/or natural apple extract. The EMIQ can be effective to prevent color fading even in the presence of ascorbic acid, which promotes the fading of colors derived from natural sources. In addition, a method is provided for inhibiting fading of colors derived from natural sources in a beverage composition.

Abstract: Dietary micronutrient supplement formulations for specific ages, gender, special requirements and health conditions comprising, vitamins, minerals, fish and plant oils, amino acids, enzymes, phytochemicals, herb and fruit extracts and other natural compounds grouped into morning, mid-day and evening formulas based on their synergism and antagonism with each other, their interactions with ingredients in the food consumed during each meal and their bioavailability. The dietary micronutrient formulations are optimized to meet the Recommended Daily Allowances (RDA) and Adequate Intake (AI) standards for each segment of the population with larger amounts of nutrients used in condition-specific formulas.

Abstract: An electrolyte concentrate for producing hydration beverages can include a sea water concentrate which includes natural minerals. A zinc mineral salt is also included as a primary supplemental mineral, while a potassium mineral salt serves as a secondary supplemental mineral. Further, a citric acid is provided in an amount sufficient to lower a pH of the electrolyte concentrate below about 3.0. The electrolyte concentrate can be particularly useful in forming hydration beverages for athletes and individuals to provide rehydration and nutritional benefits with improved flavor and no added sugar.

Abstract: An animal feed mixture containing DL-methionyl-DL-methionine and salts thereof for animals kept in aquacultures is provided. Methods for preparing DL-methionyl-DL-methionine of formula (I) and methods to fractionate the diasteriomeric forms obtained are also provided.

Abstract: Ultraviolet light stabilized antimicrobial compositions are formed from (A) and (B). (A) is (I) a solid-state microbiocidal compound having at least one bromine atom in the molecule; (II) an aqueous solution or slurry of (I); (III) is a concentrated aqueous antimicrobial composition having a dissolved active bromine content derived from (i) BrCl or BrCl and Br2 and (ii) overbased alkali metal sulfamate and/or sulfamic acid, alkali metal base, and water, (IV) solids made by dewatering a composition of (III). (B) is a ultraviolet light degradation-inhibiting amount of up to one part by weight of ascorbic acid, dehydroascorbic acid and/or an edible water-soluble salt/ester thereof per part by weight of bromine in the selected antimicrobial composition. Preparation and uses of such compositions are described. Methods of controlling contamination of seafood and seafood products by pathogens are also described.

Abstract: A process for preparing a formulation comprising a complex comprising an effective amount of ferrous iron bound to a pharmaceutically acceptable cationic resin and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is described. Such a formulation may optionally include other desirable dietary supplements including, e.g., vitamins, omega fatty acids, and/or fluoride. The formulation is particularly well adapted for pediatric use, but is also useful for use in adult populations.

Abstract: An animal feed with a flavor enhancer that heightens palatability, characterized in that the flavor enhancer contains 88-99% by weight collagen hydrolysate and 1-12% by weight hydroxyproline.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral rehydration compositions with sucrose, or alternatively fructose and glucose in a 1:1 ratio. The composition further comprises an osmolarity of below 250 mOsm/L, and sodium below 75 meq/L. Further disclosed are methods of treatment using the same.

Abstract: An edible, chewable dark chocolate candy for the oral delivery of dietary supplements and pharmaceutical compounds. The-chocolate formed or molded solid candy contains at least one active ingredient that is blended with the chocolate candy during conching of the chocolate candy. A method for manufacturing the chewable chocolate candy is also disclosed. In the blending phase, a chocolate liquor is blended with additional ingredients to obtain the desired individual chocolate recipe for the chocolate delivery vehicle. The selected dietary supplement and/or pharmaceutical compounds are then added to the chocolate liquor, which is then conched for the desired time period. When the conching phase is completed, the conched chocolate is tempered, after which the tempered chocolate having 60% or more cacao mass may be formed into various sizes and shapes for individually-wrapped pieces, or formed into large blocks for storage and shipment.

Abstract: A method of forming an encapsulated composition with enhanced solubility and stability. A bicontinuous or Winsor Type III microemulsion is formed using an emulsifier, a solvent and a co-emulsifier. An active composition is added to the microemulsion resulting in a micellar network of the active composition within the microemulsion. The active composition can be either water-soluble or oil-soluble or both.

Abstract: A concentrated alkali buffer+minerals supplement additive for human consumption having a pH value of approximately 12.5, formed by combining potassium hydroxide (KOH) and sodium hydroxide (NaOH) with magnesium carbonate hydroxide (MgCO3)4.Mg (OH)2.5H2O and zinc carbonate (ZnCO3) with water in a ratio of one part active ingredients to about nine parts H2O. The new formulation raises the pH level in the stomach which influences the stomach to produce more hydrochloric acid and additional bicarbonate, which travels to the intestines and is absorbed into the blood supply. The production of additional bicarbonate absorbed into the blood supply reduces acid in the arterial blood to the healthy range of 7.37-7.43 pH.

Abstract: A ruminant mineral feed additive for dairy cattle and ruminant animals includes a unique combination of zeolite, dolomitic hydrate lime, and dolomite mineral fines that are prilled and hydrothermally reacted to produce a valuable dietary supplement for control of acidosis.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the food industry field, and particularly to the chocolate industry field. More specifically, the invention consists of a lyotropic composition of carbohydrates in fats and the method for producing it. Moreover, the invention consists of different uses of said composition, particularly for the manufacture of chocolates and chocolate substitutes, including chocolate with honey and fruity chocolate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a low sodium salt composition and the methods used to make it. The low sodium salt composition includes sodium chloride and a modified chloride salt composition. The modified chloride salt composition includes a homogenous amalgamation of chloride salt, food grade acidulant, and carrier, which does not contain sodium chloride. The low sodium salt composition is made using a two step. The first step includes making a modified chloride salt composition and the second step includes combining the modified chloride salt composition with sodium chloride to form a low sodium salt composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a preparation process of a co-crystal made of sugar and a natural sweetener and, eventually, another aggregate and with said product. The process is further related with co-crystallizing sucrose and a natural sweetener in a vacuum pan under controlled pressure and temperature conditions and separating the crystal from the sugar juice. At the end of the process, the co-crystallized sub-products are used for producing a low calorie content liquid sweetener such that in a high percentage all the stock material is used.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid particle, and to a composition including a plurality of the solid particles, for reducing the sodium chloride content in food products. The solid particle(s) includes: a) a fatty oil, wherein the fatty oil is suitable for consumption; b) a solid core particle selected from potato powder; manioc powder; tapioca; cereal powder; dietary fiber; solid fats; solid waxes; crystalline sugar; and fruit powder; and c) a salt including sodium chloride. The solid core particle is wholly or partly wetted with the fatty oil and the salt adheres to the surface of the solid core particle wetted with fatty oil.