52 results about "Withania somnifera" patented technology

The present invention relates to pharmaceutical or veterinary or nutritional compositions of polyherbal extracts useful as anti-viral or immune-supporting agents. Particularly, the present invention of polyherbal composition comprises of extracts of Withania somnifera, Mangifera indica and purified Shilajit. This cost effective immune-supporting agent is ideal for use during the maintenance phase of the treatment, following an initial viral load reduction phase in which it is used as an adjuvant to conventional anti-viral drug therapy. The anti-viral and immune-supporting composition of this invention can perhaps be the sole basis of treatment where affordability is an issue. Additionally, this composition is used for the treatment, prevention or management of immune-supporting system in primates in need, especially humans.

The present invention relates to pharmaceutical or veterinary or nutritional compositions of polyherbal extracts useful as anti-viral or immune-supporting agents. Particularly, the present invention of polyherbal composition comprises of extracts of Withania somnifera, Mangifera indica and purified Shilajit. This cost effective immune-supporting agent is ideal for use during the maintenance phase of the treatment, following an initial viral load reduction phase in which it is used as an adjuvant to conventional anti-viral drug therapy. The anti-viral and immune-supporting composition of this invention can perhaps be the sole basis of treatment where affordability is an issue. Additionally, this composition is used for the treatment, prevention or management of immune-supporting system in primates in need, especially humans.

A therapeutic composition comprising extracts of the plant species ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) and Indian gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica). A composition of ashwagandha and Indian gooseberry may: (1) lower cortisol and increase DHEA, (2) prevents free radical-induced photoaging, (3) inhibit collagenase activity in vitro, (4) inhibit hyaluronidase activity in vitro, (5) display superior cascading antioxidant activity, (6) reduce C-reactive protein, (7) enhance mood.

The present invention deals with a synergistic herbal composition useful for treatment of rheumatic and musculo-skeletal disorders (RMSDs) comprising a base formulation (50-60%) and plant parts and / or extracts of the plant (40-50%) selected from the group consisting of Withania somnifera, Tribulus terrestris, Phyllanthus emblica and Boswellia serrata optionally along with pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. The herbal formulation is capable of causing simultaneous long term decrease in glycosaminoglycan (GAG) release and aggrecan by cartilage explants resulting in reduction of pain, inflammation, stiffness and low degeneration of bones, joints, muscles and other connective tissues. The present invention further deals with a process for the preparation of the said herbal formulation and a method of treating RMSDs using the formulation up to a high safety level and stable for a long durations.

The object of the present invention is to provide a composition comprising a Withania somnifera extract. Another object of the invention is to provide a method for increasing male sperm count in-vivo with a composition comprising Withania somnifera extracts.

The disclosure provides compositions and methods for promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss using bioactive extracts of curcumin, Withania somnifera, and saw palmetto. Tocotrienols, tocopherols, piperine extract, low molecular weight collagen, and hyaluronic acid are optionally included in the compositions and methods.

The invention provides method and composition for alleviating one or more symptoms associated with a medical condition mediated by one or more of a cyclooxygenase, a pro-inflammatory cytokine, and a pro-inflammatory enzyme. The method includes administering an effective amount of a composition to a person suffering from the medical condition. The composition essentially includes a set of plant extracts. The set of plant extracts include an extract of Withania somnifera, an extract of Boswellia serrata, an extract of Curcuma longa, and an extract of Zingiber officinale. Wherein, one or more extracts of the set of plant extracts includes one or more desired active ingredient in an amount greater than an amount of other active ingredients present in the one or more extracts. The composition can also be used as combination therapy with any other known anti-inflammatory agents.

The invention provides a novel herbal soft drink comprising decoction of plants selected from Sida sps., Vitis vinifera, Withania somnifera, Boerhaavia diffusa and Tinospora cordifolia for the protection and prevention of health and in particular, but not exclusively with antioxidant, immunoenhancing, hepatoprotective, cardiotonic, diuretic, digestive, choleretic, nervine relaxant properties.

The invention provides method and composition for alleviating one or more symptoms associated with a medical condition mediated by one or more of a cyclooxygenase, a pro-inflammatory cytokine, and a pro-inflammatory enzyme. The method includes administering an effective amount of a composition to a person suffering from the medical condition. The composition essentially includes a set of plant extracts. The set of plant extracts include an extract of Withania somnifera, an extract of Boswellia serrata, an extract of Curcuma longa, and an extract of Zingiber officinale. Wherein, one or more extracts of the set of plant extracts includes one or more desired active ingredient in an amount greater than an amount of other active ingredients present in the one or more extracts. The composition can also be used as combination therapy with any other known anti-inflammatory agents.

Compositions including combinations of β-glucan and Withania somnifera for increasing the immune activity of certain target cytokines and phagocytosis, and reducing cortisol or corticosterone. Methods of improving immunity activity under periods of stress including chronic stress with a combination of β-glucan and Withania somnifera are also described. Particular combinations of β-glucan and Withania somnifera synergistically increases the immune activity of the cytokines IL-12 and IL-6 over expected values.

The disclosure provides compositions and methods for promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss using bioactive extracts of curcumin, Withania somnifera, and saw palmetto. Tocotrienols, tocopherols, piperine extract, low molecular weight collagen, and hyaluronic acid are optionally included in the compositions and methods

An antioxidant-promoting composition that increases antioxidant defense potential in a subject is disclosed. The composition contains Bacopa monnieri extract comprising a Bacopa monnieri active ingredient; a Silybum marianum (milk thistle) extract comprising a Silybum marianum active ingredient; a Withania somnifera (ashwagandha) extract comprising a Withania somnifera active ingredient; a Camellia sinensis (green tea) extract comprising a Camellia sinensis active ingredient; a Curcuma longa (turmeric) extract comprising at least one Curcuma longa active ingredient, and optionally a Centella asiatica (Gotu kola) extract; a Ginko biloba extract; an Aloe vera extract; and N-acetyl cysteine. The process for quantifying Nrf2 transcription factor activating potential of the botanical extracts comprising the botanical active ingredients is described.

The invention belongs to the technical field of microbial fermentation, and particularly relates to a method for improving antioxidant activity of a Withania Somnifera extract by utilizing a lactic acid bacteria fermentation scheme, and further relates to application of the extract obtained by fermentation of the above method in antioxidant products and application of the extract in improving foodflavor. According to the method for improving the antioxidant activity of the Withania Somnifera extract, the purpose is achieved by mainly using lactobacillus plantarum, lactobacillus casei, lactobacillus acidophilus and lactobacillus fermentum for fermenting the Withania Somnifera extract. Experiments and results of the invention prove that after the Withania Somnifera extract is fermented by lactic acid bacteria, the total phenol content in the extract is increased by 12.3-36.1%, the DPPH free radical scavenging capacity is improved by 48.65-59.7%, the ABTS free radical scavenging capacityis improved by 1.2-6.4%, the iron ion reducing power FRAR value is increased by 9.1-44.1%, and the total antioxidant capacity is 9.7-36.7%, compared with the extract before fermentation.

The invention provides a novel herbal formulation used to improve the memory and in treatment of senile and presenile dementia as a brain tonic. Formulation(s) comprises of alcoholic extract of Tinospora cordifolia, Centella asiatica, Withania somnifera, Mucuna pruriens and Curcuma longa. The formulation can be used as an emulsion or as a soft gelatin capsule for oral dosage forms.

The present invention provides Withania somnifera plant extract and composition comprising the extract useful for the treatment of neurodegenerative disease and / or disorders such as Alzheimers disease (AD). The present invention further provides a process for preparation of the extract.