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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7976882 | Demucilaged flax sprouts and their by-product as well as production and application thereof The present invention relates to demucilaged flax sprouts derived from flaxseeds freed of their mucilage. The flax sprouts according to the invention are easily digestible and can be utilized in different fields, e.g. in food industry, therapy and hus-handry. The in... | 07/12/2011 |
| 7776369 | Process for obtaining lignans Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogen... | 08/17/2010 |
| 7410660 | Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dietetic and nutritional compositions based on vegetable fibres Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, dietetic and nutritional compositions containing: a) glucomannan, b) Opuntia ficus indica, c) microcrystalline cellulose present a high gastr... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7407676 | Lignan extracts and compositions including the lignan extracts Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogen... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7371389 | Methods and products for enhancing energy and nutrition in human beings Methods for increasing energy in men and women include ingesting internally, twice a day, products that include, for women, multivitamins, multiminerals, high-calcium bone support products, high-ORAC super food products, and enzymes, and, for men, multivitamins, mul... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7316821 | Stabilized controlled release substrate having a coating derived from an aqueous dispersion of hydrophobic polymer A stabilized solid controlled release dosage form having a coating derived from an aqueous dispersion of ethylcellulose is obtained by overcoating a substrate including a therapeutically active with an aqueous dispersion of ethylcellulose and then curing the coated ... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7195787 | Skincare composition against free radicals Topical cosmetic compositions for application to the skin comprises a suitable diluent or carrier in combination with a synergistic mixture of three anti-free-radical agents selected from ascorbic acid, its salts, esters, glucosides and glucosamines; tocopherol and ... | 03/27/2007 |
| 7048960 | High lignan flaxseed product and product by process The present invention includes a high lignan concentrate (3% to 5% or greater) flax seed product, and product by process, which can be produced by 1) supplying a uniformly colored quantity of flax seeds with less than 5 percent visually darker seeds; 2) milling the ... | 05/23/2006 |
| 7041840 | Antioxidant triacylglycerols and lipid compositions A lipid composition includes triacylglycerols that include unsaturated fatty acids such as alpha linolenic acid and antioxidant moeities such as pyruvic acid. ... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7001610 | Food supplement and use thereof for elevating levels of essential fatty acids in livestock and products therefrom This invention describes feed supplement, and processes which increase the amount of essential fatty acids in the milk, eggs, meat and other by-products from animals including dairy cattle, beef cattle, goats and poultry. The food supplement described herein include... | 02/21/2006 |
| 6979457 | Food supplement formulation A food supplement formulation consists essentially of flaxseed oil and lipase. ... | 12/27/2005 |
| 6905709 | Stabilized controlled release substrate having a coating derived from an aqueous dispersion of hydrophobic polymer A stabilized solid controlled release dosage form having a coating derived from an aqueous dispersion of ethylcellulose is obtained by overcoating a substrate including a therapeutically active with an aqueous dispersion of ethylcellulose and then curing the coated ... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6881427 | Topical anti-inflammatory composition containing linseed and licorice extracts Topical anti-inflammatory compositions are described that include effective amounts of a linseed extract and a licorice extract. In addition, methods of reducing inflammation are described, which include applying topically to a site of inflammation an effective amou... | 04/19/2005 |
| 6866874 | Tryptophan source from plants and uses therefor Compositions are described comprising at least partially defatted meal from a plant source containing protein-bound tryptophan, preferably squash seeds, and, optionally, a carbohydrate source provided in an amount capable of facilitating transport of in vivo generat... | 03/15/2005 |
| 6835401 | Method of treating diseases caused by over-production of free-radicals The invention relates to a method for improving the cell protection which comprises the administration of a combination of the extracts of the plants Vitis vinifera and Lycopersicon esculentum with the vitamins C, E, beta-carotene and optionally seleni... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6767565 | Process for obtaining lignan Process for obtaining lignan from plant material by extraction with an extraction solvent and separation of the liquid fraction from the plant material. The separated liquid fraction containing the lignan product is subjected to further processing to remove cyanogen... | 07/27/2004 |
| 6761914 | Immunogenic formulations comprising oil bodies The present invention provides novel adjuvants which comprise oil bodies. The invention also provides vaccine formulations comprising oil bodies and an antigen and methods for preparing the vaccines and the use of the vaccines to elicit an immune response. ... | 07/13/2004 |
| 6656473 | Tryptophan source from plants and uses thereof Compositions are described comprising at least partially defatted meal from a plant source containing protein-bound tryptophan, preferably squash seeds, and, optionally, a carbohydrate source provided in an amount capable of facilitating transport of in v... | 12/02/2003 |
| 6630163 | Method of treating dermatological disorders with fruit extracts This application relates to methods for treating dermatological disorders. The methods include administering a therapeutically effective amount of at least one fruit extract in an amount sufficient to neutralize free radicals; and a pharmaceutically accep... | 10/07/2003 |
| 6589537 | Infant skin care composition A resistant to body fluids, organic oil-based topical transdermal composition for the alleviation and treatment of infant skin conditions, including, dry, sensitive, chapped, cracked, itching reddened, and flaking skin, as well as infant skin infirmities ... | 07/08/2003 |
| 6579544 | Method for supplementing the diet A dietary supplement blend composition is disclosed, the basic formulation of the composition containing vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids. The composition can also contain bioflavonoids, cartilage protectors such as glucosamine or chondroitin, -... | 06/17/2003 |
| 6548085 | Insecticidal compositions and method of controlling insect pests using same A synergistic insecticide is provided by the addition of sodium lauryl sulfate or lecithin to an essential oil, preferably an essential oil which has been deregulated by the Environmental Protection Agency, to enable independently inactive or relatively i... | 04/15/2003 |
| 6531164 | Enteral pharmaceutical preparation An enteral pharmaceutical preparation for the treatment of psoriasis in affected persons includes black cumin oil (nigella sativa). The preparation may further include dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as flax oil (oleum lini).... | 03/11/2003 |
| 6458384 | Pharmaceutical with predetermined activity profile A first pharmacologically active substance contained in a pharmaceutical, which acts on a specific biological function, is released according to a predetermined release profile (D.1), FIG. 1, and generates a first activity profile (I.1) that has flank pha... | 10/01/2002 |
| 6428791 | Lubrication composition A lubricating composition for use in mucosal areas is provided to enhance sexual performance. The composition contains combination of a compound which enhances blood circulation to body parts and/or increase nitrous oxide levels at the site of administrat... | 08/06/2002 |
| 6426099 | Herbal formulation for rebuilding intestinal bacteria An herbal formulation comprises betaine HCl, plant enzymes, papain, probiotic micro flora, fruitooligosaccharides, l-glutamine, quercitin, butyric acid, borage seed, flax seed, lecithin, gamma oryzanol, bromelain, pepsin, and N-acetylglucosamine.... | 07/30/2002 |
| 6399072 | Method of preparing and using isoflavones for the treatment of alcoholism A composition is prepared by extracting phytochemicals from plant matter for treatment of alcohol dependency. This composition is enriched preferably with two or more fractions of plant matter, namely: isoflavones, lignans, saponins, sapogenins, catechins... | 06/04/2002 |
| 6335038 | Composition for the prevention and/or treatment of osteoporosis and alterations due to menopause syndrome A composition that may take the form of a dietary supplement or of a medicament is disclosed which comprises as active ingredients propionyl L-carnitine and the isoflavone genistein for the therapeutic treatment of osteoporosis and menopause syndrome.... | 01/01/2002 |
| 6231865 | Natural pesticide The invention describes a synergistic effect when garlic oil or extract is combined with essential oils which results in an improved insecticide/fungicide which is natural and contains no chemical additives. Essential oils are defined in this application ... | 05/15/2001 |
| 6228367 | Food supplement formulation A food supplement formulation comprises flaxseed oil, borage seed oil, fish oil, and lipase.... | 05/08/2001 |
| 6060102 | Method of preparing food supplement A composition and method for preparing a food supplement. The composition consisting essentially of at least 70% by weight of an oil seed constituent, at least 8% by weight of an additional plant constituent and at least 4% by weight of yeast wherein oil ... | 05/09/2000 |
| 6060101 | Dietary food supplement A composition and method for preparing a food supplement. The composition consisting essentially of at least 70% by weight of an oil seed constituent, at least 8% by weight of an additional plant constituent and at least 4% by weight of yeast wherein oil ... | 05/09/2000 |
| 6007860 | Preparing food supplement A composition and method for preparing a food supplement. The composition consisting essentially of at least 70% by weight of an oil seed constituent, at least 8% by weight of an additional plant constituent and at least 4% by weight of yeast wherein oil ... | 12/28/1999 |
| 6001401 | Food supplement composition A composition and method for preparing a food supplement. The composition consisting essentially of at least 70% by weight of an oil seed constituent, at least 8% by weight of an additional plant constituent and at least 4% by weight of yeast wherein oil ... | 12/14/1999 |
| 6001874 | Arthropod control composition for plant protection A non-toxic arthropod control composition is disclosed for application to foliage for plant protection. The composition includes behavior interfering compounds, agricultural oil and/or surface active compounds and diluents. The behavior interfering compou... | 12/14/1999 |
| 5916573 | Topical treatment of the skin with a grapeseed oil composition A grapeseed oil composition for topical application to the skin comprising: a) about 1 to about 99% by weight of grapeseed oil; b) at least one hydrating agent; and c) water. Hydrating agents include vegetable glycerin, aloe-vera, and vegetable oils other... | 06/29/1999 |
| 5686405 | Method of fixing a perfume in a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition with a plant compound The invention relates to a use of a method of fixing and/or prolonging release of a perfume in a cosmetic and/or dermatological composition with a plant compound, said plant compound comprising a plant extract and may be a mixture of plant gum and of plan... | 11/11/1997 |
| 5225447 | Composition and method for the treatment of sickle cell anemia The major component of the carbonate fraction of free acids extractable from alfalfa has shown excellent control of symptoms in patients with sickle cell disease. Its structure has been established by proton NMR spectrometry as being 16-hydroxy-9Z,12Z,14E... | 07/06/1993 |
| 5110592 | Method of increasing live births to female animals and animal feed blend suitable for same A method for increasing the number of live births to a female animal by feeding the female animal beginning at least one week before the expected time of birth of the female animal's offspring, an edible flaxseed composition comprising ground flaxseed. Th... | 05/05/1992 |
| 5069903 | Therapeutic and nutritive flax seed composition and methods employing the same A stable dry edible flax seed composition comprising ground raw flax seed. An animal feed blend comprising: (1) animal feed, and (2) the above-described flax seed composition. A method for improving the general health and appearance of animals, increasing... | 12/03/1991 |