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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| RE42645 | Nutritional or therapeutic compositions and methods to increase bodily glutathione levels Nutritional or therapeutic compositions containing glutamic acid, cystine, glycine and a selenium precursor and methods for their utilization to increase glutathione synthesis and thereby enhance the immune system are described. ... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7850996 | Selenium-containing compositions and uses thereof The use of selenite- or selenate-containing preparations supplemented with pharmaceutically acceptable or food-compatible acids for the preparation of an agent intended for topical or buccal application or mucosal administration is described. ... | 12/14/2010 |
| RE41390 | Trace elements A method of preparing a trace element solution includes the steps of providing at least one EDTA-complex, providing a sodium selenite solution, and combining the EDTA-complex(es) and the sodium selenite solution to form a trace element solution. A EDTA complex is pr... | 06/22/2010 |
| 7482026 | Compositions and methods directed towards sore muscles and joints Chemical formulations and methods for reducing muscle and joint soreness are disclosed. A representative chemical formulation includes compounds such as a selenium-compound, chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and/or methylsulfonylmethane. A representative method for ... | 01/27/2009 |
| 7390511 | Compositions containing vitamin E and saw palmetto Mineral additives for preparing tablet compositions that comprise Vitamin E and optionally saw palmetto. The compositions are preferably formulated with a zinc compound and a selenium compound. ... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7341734 | Personal care compositions comprising semiconductor nanocrystals and methods of making and using the same A personal care composition that includes a personal care ingredient and semiconductor nanocrystals. A method of protecting at least a portion of a body against ultraviolet radiation by applying a personal care composition is also provided. ... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7335384 | Nutrient compositions for the treatment and prevention of inflammation and disorders associated therewith The present disclosure describes a novel composition for the treatment and/or prevention of neurogenic inflammation. Such composition is also useful in the treatment and/or prevention of disease states and conditions associated with neurogenic inflammation. Such dis... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7304038 | Therapeutic composition and method of supporting the immune system Disclosed is a therapeutic nutritional compound for treating and supporting the immune response in a mammal, particularly a human baby or child, and the treatment method. Additionally, the therapeutic nutritional compound can be used in conjunction with a vaccine or... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7288271 | Chlorogenic acid and an analog thereof for immune system stimulation The present invention relates to a preparation for stimulating or enhancing an immune system comprising one or more agents that stimulate T-lymphocytes in vivo. Such a preparation can be sued in the prophylaxis and/or treatment of a medical condition. The invention ... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7285292 | Trace elements The invention discloses a trace element solution, which comprises at least one metal selected from the group comprising selenium, copper, zinc, manganese and chromium and which comprises a concentration of the metal(s) of at least 60 mg/ml. The solution further comp... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7276538 | Composition and a method for treating hair loss The use of the polyamine known as spermidine, i.e., N-(3-aminopropyl) tetraminethylenediamine, as an active principle in the preparation of a composition for pharmaceutical or dietetic use in man for combating hair loss is disclosed. ... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7273607 | Health enhancement method A health enhancement system establishing a health enhancement program through which may be provided a group of natural products, vitamins and minerals, amino acids, herbs and essential oils that may be helpful in aiding the body in fighting the growth of cancers and... | 09/25/2007 |
| RE39734 | Nutritional or therapeutic compositions to increase bodily glutathione levels Nutritional or therapeutic compositions containing glutamic acid, cystine, glycine and a selenium precursor and methods for their utilization to increase glutathione synthesis and thereby enhance the immune system are described. ... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7235583 | Fatty acid-anticancer conjugates and uses thereof The invention provides conjugates of fatty acids and anticancer agents useful in treating cancer, and compositions and formulations thereof. Methods for using the conjugates also are provided. ... | 06/26/2007 |
| 7205002 | Method of making, and the use of cytotoxic agents containing elemental selenium Pharmaceutical compositions containing elemental selenium (Se(0)), Se(0)-carrier conjugates, a chromophore photoproduct, fluorescent conjugates of the chromophore photoproduct and carrier molecules, or a mixture thereof are disclosed. Methods of using the pharmaceut... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7205007 | Peri-operative and peri-procedure nutritional supplementation The invention provides a nutritional supplement system and program for patients undergoing or who have undergone a surgical or other invasive or stressful procedure, or who have suffered an injury. This nutritional supplement for the peri-operative period is designe... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7201894 | Compositions comprising at least one C1 to C22 substituted C3 to C5 monosaccharide, and their use for the protection title and/or repair of keratinous fibers Compositions, optionally heat-activated, methods and kits for protecting keratinous fibers from extrinsic damage or repairing keratinous fibers damaged by extrinsic conditions by applying to keratinous fibers a composition comprising at least one compound chosen fro... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7186421 | Mineral additives for improved processing of compositions containing vitamin E and saw palmetto Mineral additives for preparing tablet compositions that comprise Vitamin E and optionally saw palmetto. The compositions are preferably formulated with a zinc compound and a selenium compound. ... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7153877 | Method and composition for preventing or reducing the symptoms of insulin resistance syndrome A method for preventing and or reducing the symptoms of insulin resistance and a related syndrome in persons comprises identifying persons having or at risk for having such symptoms, and administering to them an effective amount of a composition comprising niacin-bo... | 12/26/2006 |
| 7119110 | Method and composition for preventing or reducing the symptoms of insulin resistance syndrome A method for preventing and or reducing the symptoms of insulin resistance and a related syndrome in persons comprises identifying persons having or at risk for having such symptoms, and administering to them an effective amount of a composition comprising niacin-bo... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7118736 | Hair relaxer compositions comprising at least one hydroxide compound and at least one activating agent, and methods of using the same A composition for lanthionizing keratin fibers comprising at least one hydroxide compound, with the proviso that said at least one hydroxide compound is not sodium hydroxide, lithium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide; and at least one activating agent chosen from cys... | 10/10/2006 |
| 7097859 | Indium supplement compositions and methods therefor A tablet for oral administration of nutritional indium comprises about 10–50 mg indium sulfate, about 4–20 mg caffeine, about 2–10% by weight cocoa powder, and about 5–10% by weight ethyl cellulose, in combination with about 50–150 μg of each of zinc oxid... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7083810 | Cosmetic agent in the form of a gel A cosmetic preparation in gel form is described which contains undissolved, water-swollen polymer particles and at the interface with gaseous substances forms reversibly a grainy, uneven, light-scattering surface and at the interface with solids forms reversibly a s... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7078059 | Treatment of bone diseases The invention provides a method for enhancing bone formation, inhibiting osteoclastic differentiation and/or activating osteoblastic differentiation whereby to manage, treat or achieve prophylaxis of bone disease which comprises administering to a human or animal su... | 07/18/2006 |
| 7063865 | Composition and method for substantially reducing the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body A composition that will substantially reduce the deleterious effects of alcohol on the body and substantially reduce the side effects associated with hangovers (i.e. headaches, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, etc) when taken as recommended. The composition includes an... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7060302 | Metal-containing compositions, preparations and uses A metal-containing composition substantially comprising (i) at least one water soluble metal compound which forms metal ions when dissolved in water, (ii) at least one metal ion modifier as herein defined, (iii) at least one acid, and (iv) water said composition hav... | 06/13/2006 |
| 7056537 | Treatment of landfill gas The present invention relates to a method of abating hydrogen sulfide gas emitted by or generated in landfills. Certain embodiments of the present invention relate to contacting hydrogen sulfide gas with Fuller's earth or other carrier materials and metals such as s... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7045151 | Method and composition for improving fertility health in female and male animals and humans In a new pharmaceutical combination, the herb, Vitex agnus-castus (chasteberry), enhances hormone balance by increasing progesterone release and, therefore, ovulation frequency. The antioxidants, green tea, vitamin E, and selenium, improve overall repr... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7041699 | Nutrient pharmaceutical formulation comprising polyphenols and use in treatment of cancer A nutrient pharmaceutical formulation composition useful for treating cancer comprising ascorbic acid, L-lysine, L-proline and at least one polyphenol compound selected from the group consisting of epigallocatechin gallate, epicatechin gallate, epigallocatechin, epi... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7026308 | Topical anti-microbial compositions Disclosed are topical compositions for the treatment of microbial infections on the skin or scalp which include a polyvalent metal salt of pyrithione and include a metal ion source. Also disclosed are methods for treating microbial infections of the skin or scalp us... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7022350 | Dietary supplement A dietary supplement for treating or preventing prostate disease and/or vascular disease including saw palmetto, d-alpha tocopherol, d-gamma tocopherol, d-delta tocopherol, d-beta tocopherol, selenium, lycopene, zinc, folic acid, vitamin B12, and vitamin ... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7018652 | Composition and method for treating nonalcoholic steatohepatitis Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a disease of the liver characterized by inflammation and damage to the liver cells. Typically, steatohepatitis involves inflammation of the liver related to fat accumulation, and mimics alcoholic hepatitis but is observed in pa... | 03/28/2006 |
| 6995166 | Method and composition for supplementation of nutritional deficiencies in renal patients The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating the nutritional deficiencies observed in patients suffering from renal disease and associated disorders. Specifically, the method involves administering to a renal patient a composition comprisin... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6989164 | Method and composition for improving male fertility health L-carnitine, an amino acid, improves sperm quality and motility. Ferulic acid, an antioxidant found in Dong quai, also improves sperm quality. Sperm are highly susceptible to free radical or oxidative damage from environmental toxicants and natural aging. Vitamins C... | 01/24/2006 |
| 6939893 | Method of reducing toxicity of anticancer agents The present invention discloses a method for enhancing the efficacy of anti-cancer agents. The method comprises administering to an individual, in need of such a treatment, an anti-cancer agent and a selenium compound. The selenium compounds may be administered befo... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6939566 | Microbicidal formulations and methods to control microorganisms Microbicidal formulations are described which are preferably ecologically friendly and non-toxic to mammals, and are highly effective against a broad spectrum of detrimental pathogenic microorganisms. The microbicidal formulation contains complexes having the formul... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6919330 | Formulations of drugs The treatment of psychiatric or neurological disorders using selenium in combination with drugs used conventionally to treat such disorders is disclosed. The daily dose of selenium is between 10 μg and 2000 μg per day. ... | 07/19/2005 |
| 6905694 | Hydrophobically modified polysaccharide in personal care products A personal care composition is composed of: (a) from about 0.1% to about 99% by weight of a vehicle system which comprises a hydrophobically modified nonionic water soluble polysaccharide polymer which comprises a water soluble pol... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6881424 | Highly acidic metalated organic acid A highly acidic metalated organic acid composition and its preparation. The acidic composition can be prepared by mixing a monovalent or polyvalent cation and an organic acid in the presence of a strong oxyacid, wherein the resultant acidic composition is less corro... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6863904 | Compositions and methods for prophylactic and therapeutic supplementation of nutrition in subjects The present invention relates to compositions without added iron and methods for prophylactic nutritional supplementation and therapeutic nutritional supplementation. Specifically, the method involves administering to an individual a composition comprising carotenoi... | 03/08/2005 |
