| NESTEC S.A. Patent applications |
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| 20120136305 | PINCH CLAMP ASSEMBLY FOR AN INFUSION CASSETTE - A pinch clamp assembly for engaging a tube ( | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120135460 | RECOMBINANT PORCINE CHYMOTRYPSIN - The present invention generally relates to the field of proteinases and more specifically to chymotrypsin. In particular, the present invention relates to recombinant porcine chymotrypsin and its use in food applications. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120135044 | INSTANT THICKENER COMPRISING PROBIOTICS FOR HOT OR COLD FOODS AND BEVERAGES TO BE ADMINISTERED TO DYSPHAGIC PATIENTS - The present invention relates to the fields of hydration and nutrition for dysphagic patients. In particular, the present invention relates to thickeners comprising probiotic microorganisms and to compositions comprising such thickeners. The probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating probiotic micro-organisms such as bioactive heat treated probiotic microorganisms. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120132678 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ON-DEMAND DISPENSING OF SPOONABLE OR DRINKABLE FOOD PRODUCTS HAVING VISUAL APPEARANCE OF MULTI-COMPONENTS - A dispensing system and method for the on-demand dispensing of spoonable or drinkable food products into a container. Single servings or larger portions of these products can be dispensed. The system and method achieve dispensing of the product with a visual differentiation of the components in the container. The container may be translucent or transparent so that the consumer can view the visually differentiated product therein. The products form yet another embodiment of the invention. | 05-31-2012 |
| 20120130309 | INFUSION PUMP CASSETTE WITH ANT I -FREE -FLOW VALVE MECHANISM - A fluid delivery system that includes an infusion pump and a cassette ( | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120129780 | LACTOFERRIN AND BRAIN HEALTH AND PROTECTION IN ADULTS - The present invention relates generally to the field of brain health, brain protection, maintenance of cognitive function, prevention of cognitive decline and cognitive disorders. Neuronal cells in the brain can be protected. Also cognitive performance can be increased. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120128829 | FREEZE-DRIED, AERATED DAIRY OR DAIRY-SUBSTITUTE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING THEREOF - The present invention comprises a freeze-dried, aerated dairy or dairy-substitute composition comprising a dairy or dairy-substitute ingredient and an emulsifier and methods of making thereof. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120128726 | INFANT FEEDING FORMULAS COMPRISING PROBIOTIC MICRO-ORGANISMS - The present invention relates to the field of infant nutrition. In particular, the present invention relates to infant feeding formulas comprising probiotic micro-organisms. These probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating probiotic micro-organisms such as bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms, for example. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120122990 | OLEOYLETHANOLAMIDE BASED FUNCTIONAL MESOPHASES - The present invention relates to the field of liquid crystals. Embodiments of the present invention relate to liquid crystals comprising at least one molecule within N-acyl ethanolamide (NAE) family, for example oleoylethanolamide (OEA), compositions comprising them and their possible uses. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120122983 | DEODORIZED EDIBLE OIL OR FAT WITH LOW LEVELS OF BOUND MCPD AND PROCESS OF MAKING BY CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE AND/OR RESIN PURIFICATION - A process for making a deodorized edible oil or fat having a low level of bound MCPD (monochloro propanediol esters) and/or low level of bound 3-MCPD is described. The process comprises a step of contacting the oil or fat to a carboxymethyl cellulose or an ion exchange resin. The carboxymethyl cellulose can be a Blanose® cellulose gum and the resin can be a cationic resin. A deodorized vegetable oil or fat and a food product made there from is described. The food product can be an infant formula. It exhibits low levels of bound MCPD and/or low level of bound 3-MCPD. In one embodiment the oil or fat has a reduced level of free fatty acid as well as a limpid aspect and no off-flavors. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120122717 | COMPOSITION AND MULTIPLEX ASSAYS FOR MEASURING BIOLOGICAL MEDIATORS OF PHYSIOLOGICAL HEALTH - Multiplex assays are provided including panels of probes for development of multiplex assays capable of simultaneously measuring multiple biologically-relevant proteins using very small quantities of biological samples to rapidly assess the health status of animals, especially companion animals, as well as to formulate nutritional regimens for improving the health status of animals. The probes are provided as are methods for using them to assess the health status of animals, as well as their responses to therapeutic or nutritional interventions therein. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120122643 | FITMENT INDEXER FOR A POUCH FILLER - A form, fill and seal machine includes a feed conveyor system ( | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121789 | INSTANT BEVERAGE PRODUCT - The present invention relates to a method for producing an instant beverage product with good foaming and/or dissolution properties, wherein a layer of porous base powder is sintered while gas is forced through the layer. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121762 | FREEZE-DRIED, DAIRY OR DAIRY-SUBSTITUTE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - The present invention comprises a freeze-dried, aerated dairy or dairy-substitute composition comprising a dairy or dairy-substitute ingredient and an emulsifier and methods of using and making thereof. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121733 | DEODORIZED EDIBLE OIL OR FAT WITH LOW LEVELS OF BOUND MCPD AND PROCESS OF MAKING USING AN INERT GAS - A process for making a deodorized edible oil or fat having a low level of bound MCPD (monochloro propanediol esters) and/or low level of bound 3-MCPD is described. The process comprises a step of stripping the vegetable oil or fat with an inert gas. The inert gas can be nitrogen. A deodorized vegetable oil or fat and a food product made there from are described. The food product can be an infant formula. It exhibits low levels of bound MCPD and/or low level of bound 3-MCPD. In one embodiment the oil or fat has a reduced level of free fatty acid as well as a limpid aspect and no off-flavors. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121685 | BREAKFAST CEREALS CONTAINING PROBIOTIC MICRO ORGANISMS - The present invention relates to the field of nutrition. In particular, the present invention relates to a breakfast cereal composition comprising probiotic micro-organisms. These probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating probiotic micro-organisms such as bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms, for example. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121652 | COMPLETE LIQUID NUTRITION FOR CHILDREN AT THE AGE OF 1-10 YEARS COMPRISING PROBIOTICS - The present invention relates to the field of nutrition for children. In particular, the present invention relates to the nutritional compositions intended for children with an impaired function of the gastro-intestinal tract. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a nutritional composition to be administered to children with an impaired function of the gastrointestinal tract comprising probiotic micro-organisms. The probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating, for example bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121563 | SPECIALIZED NUTRITIONAL FORMULA FOR ADULT PATIENTS WITH GASTROINTESTINAL INTOLERANCE CONTAINING PROBIOTICS - The present invention relates to the field of nutrition for adults. In particular, the present invention relates to the nutritional compositions intended for adults with an impaired function of the gastro-intestinal tract. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a nutritional composition to be administered to adults with an impaired function of the gastrointestinal tract comprising probiotic micro-organisms. The probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating, for example bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121562 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION FOR BREAST-FED INFANTS OR PETS WITH PROBIOTICS AND SELECTED NUTRIENTS - The present invention relates to a nutritional supplement compositions for breast-fed infants or pets which comprise at least one probiotic and at least one nutrient. The compositions are aimed at preserving exclusive breast feeding in infants. The compositions of the invention are also for use in improving the health of breast-fed infants. A method of preparing a nutritional supplement composition for breast-fed infants is also provided. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120121561 | DRY WHOLE MILK PREPARATIONS CONTAINING PROBIOTIC MICRO-ORGANISMS - The present invention relates to the field of nutrition for young children. In particular, the present invention relates to dry whole milk preparations comprising probiotic micro-organisms to be administered to young children older than 12 months. These probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating probiotic micro-organisms such as bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms, for example. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120114810 | FLEXIBLE SACHET AND MANUFACTURING METHOD - The present invention relates to triangular closed flexible sachets ( | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120114701 | BIFIDOBACTERIUM LONGUM NCC2705 (CNCM I-2618) AND IMMUNE DISORDERS - The present invention generally relates to the field of preventing and/or treating inflammatory and infectious disorders, in particular by boosting the endogenous antimicrobial defences. One embodiment of the present invention is the use of | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120114622 | LACTOBACILLUS RHAMNOSUS AND WEIGHT CONTROL - The present invention generally relates to the field of obesity. In particular the present invention relates to the use of probiotics to treat obesity. One embedment of the present invention relates to the use of | 05-10-2012 |
| 20120107474 | MIXING NOZZLE FITMENT AND MIXED LIQUID DISPENSER - Mixing nozzle fitments and beverage devices containing the mixing nozzle fitments are provided. In an embodiment, the mixing nozzle fitment includes a first shaft defining an inlet passage, a second shaft defining a curved outlet passage and attached to the first shaft, and a coupling member attached to the second shaft. The coupling member defines a passage that leads into the curved outlet passage of the second shaft. A flexible tube is attached to the coupling member. The mixing nozzle fitment can be used in any suitable beverage dispensing device. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120107290 | NON-REPLICATING MICRO-ORGANISMS AND THEIR IMMUNE BOOSTING EFFECT - The present invention generally relates to the field of probiotic bacteria. In particular, the present invention conceras non-replicating probiotics, such as the genus Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium or combinations thereof, for example | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120107287 | SPECIALIZED MEDICAL NUTRITION FOR SURGICAL AND TRAUMA PATIENTS CONTAINING PROBIOTICS - The present invention relates to the field of specialized nutritional compositions. In particular, the present invention provides nutritional compositions for providing complete nutrition to hospitalized patients comprising probiotic micro-organisms. Such probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating micro-organisms, such as bioactive heat-treated probiotic micro-organisms, for example. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120107279 | PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF ROTAVIRUS DIARRHOEA - This invention relates to | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120101438 | PINCH CLAMP ASSEMBLY - A pinch clamp assembly for engaging a tube with an enteral feeding or infusion pump adapted to feed nutritionals or to infuse medical solutions to a patient, is provided comprising a base ( | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120101437 | PINCH CLAMP ASSEMBLY FOR AN INFUSION CASSETTE - A pinch clamp assembly for engaging a tube with an enteral feeding or infusion pump adapted to feed nutritionals or to infuse medical solutions to a patient, is provided comprising a base ( | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120100271 | REDUCED-FAT CHOCOLATE COATINGS FORMED BY SPRAYING - A method for making a frozen confectionary product having a reduced-fat chocolate coating is disclosed. The method includes spraying a liquid chocolate composition into a target area, wherein the liquid chocolate composition includes less than 40% fat by weight; moving a frozen confectionery substrate having an outside surface into and out of the target area such that a portion of the outside surface becomes entirely coated with a continuous, uniform coating of the liquid chocolate composition; and allowing the liquid chocolate composition to cool to form the frozen confectionary product having the continuous, uniform coating of chocolate on the entire outer surface of the confectionery. The chocolate coating contains less than about 40% fat by weight of the coating, and has a thickness that is uniform and less than that formed by dipping. Also disclosed is spray coating device for use in the process for applying the coating. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120100264 | CAPSULE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE COMPRISING AN IDENTIFICATION ELEMENT - The invention relates to a capsule for the preparation of a beverage. The capsule includes first and second covering walls connected at a peripheral seam for forming a cavity containing a beverage ingredient, and a contactless element for identifying the capsule by detecting means of a beverage producing device. The identifying element is oriented along its longer dimension substantially orthogonally relative to the transversal plane passing along the seam of the capsule. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120098526 | METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING CAPSULES IN A BEVERAGE PRODUCING DEVICE WITH MAGNETICALLY-RESPONSIVE IDENTIFIER - A method for identifying capsules in a beverage producing device by providing a capsule comprising at least one identifier attached thereto or embedded therein; the identifier comprising a magnetically-responsive material, providing detecting means in the beverage producing device to detect the identifier including at least one emitting coil and at least one receiving coil, positioning the identifier in the magnetic field thereby altering the magnetic signal resulting therefrom, emitting a magnetic signal from the at least one emitting coil, detecting an altered signal by the receiving coil and identifying the capsule according to the alteration provided to the magnetic signal. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120097041 | CAPSULE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE EMBEDDING AN IDENTIFICATION ELEMENT - The invention relates to a capsule for the preparation of a beverage. The capsule includes first and second covering walls connected for forming a cavity containing a beverage ingredient and a contactless identifying element for identifying the capsule by detecting the identifying element using the detector of a beverage producing device. The identifying element is preferably disposed in the cavity. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120096876 | CONTAINER HAVING INGREDIENTS FOR PREPARING A FROZEN CONFECTION, CONTAINER HOLDER AND DEVICE FOR PREPARING A FROZEN CONFECTION - The present invention relates to a container ( | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120096875 | CONTAINER FOR A DEVICE FOR PREPARING A FROZEN CONFECTION AND DEVICE FOR PREPARING A FROZEN CONFECTION - The present invention relates to a container ( | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120095616 | HEATING-ENERGY SAVING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A heating-energy saving system and a heating-energy saving method, which realize self-learning energy preservation (SLEP) system or method. By means of this system or method, the energy consumption of a beverage machine, which is mainly due to heating of the liquid required to provide hot beverages, can be reduced. At the same time, by adaptively learning and anticipating when a user is likely to use the beverage machine, the waiting time for the user, which is typically caused by the reheating process of the liquid in the beverage machine, can be significantly reduced. The system adapts the heating to what it learns from the user behavior. The described system and method are adapted to be installed in all kinds of beverage machines, either used in private or in public. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120070560 | LIQUID BEVERAGE WHITENER AND METHOD OF PREPARING SAME - There is provided a liquid beverage whitener containing water, an emulsifier and ultrafiltrated, concentrated milk proteins dispersed in the water with the emulsifier, wherein the fat content is less than 0.5% by mass, as well as a method of preparing a liquid beverage whitener, the method including the steps of adding ultrafiltrated, concentrated milk proteins and an emulsifier to water; and then homogenizing it to obtain a white suspension. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120067223 | OPENING MEANS FOR A CAPSULE-BASED BEVERAGE PREPARATION DEVICE - The invention proposes a system comprising a beverage preparation device ( | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120064051 | INFANT AND YOUNG CHILDREN FEEDING FORMULA COMPRISING PROBIOTICS FOR INFANTS AND YOUNG CHILDREN - The present invention relates to the field of infant and young children nutrition. In particular, the present invention relates to infant and young children feeding formulas comprising probiotic micro-organisms to be administered to infants and young children older than 6 months. These probiotic micro-organisms may be non-replicating probiotic micro-organisms such as bioactive heat treated probiotic micro-organisms, for example. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120060697 | METHOD FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE FROM A CAPSULE - A method for preparing a beverage through a capsule inserted in a beverage machine; the capsule comprising an enclosure containing one or more beverage ingredients, wherein a brewing fluid is introduced in the enclosure to brew the said one or more beverage ingredients, wherein a brewed liquid is filtered by a filtering wall and delivered from the capsule, wherein the filtering wall extends from substantially the bottom of the enclosure and said filtering wall is associated to an overflow wall that forces the brewed liquid to traverse at least one overflow aperture. The method is particularly suitable for brewing a tea containing capsule. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120046641 | METHODS OF DIAGNOSING AND TREATING DYSPHAGIA - Methods for evaluating and treating patients for dysphagia are provided. In a general embodiment, the method comprises screening the patient for dysphagia symptoms, diagnosing and categorizing the dysphagia if the patient exceeds a threshold of dysphagia symptoms, choosing the proper dysphagia treatment product based the patient's dysphagia, and giving the patient preparation instructions for the dysphagia treatment product. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120045566 | OLIGOSACCHARIDE INGREDIENT - An oligosaccharide ingredient comprising glycosylated amino acids and peptides of the general formula RnSacm where R is an amino acid residue, Sac is a monosaccharide selected from the group comprising N-acetyl-neuraminic acid, N-acetyl galactosamine and galactose, n has a value between 1 and 10 with the proviso that if n has the value 1 R is a threonine residue or a serine residue and if n has a value between 2 and 10 the peptide contains at least one threonine or serine residue, m has a value between 2 and 4 and at least 20 mol % of the ingredient is N-acetyl-neuraminic acid. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120040929 | FOOD COMPOSITION COMPRISING GLUCOSAMINE - The present invention relates to an orally ingestible food or pet food composition or cosmetic composition containing glucosamine generated from plant materials through a drying process for the maintenance of joint health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of osteoarthritis, or the improvement of the skin quality and prevention or restoration of age-related alterations of skin. It also relates to the use of the composition in the manufacture of a nutritional product, a supplement, a treat, a medicament or a cosmetic product and methods for the maintenance of bone health, prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of osteoarthritis, improvement of the skin quality and prevention or restoration of age-related alterations of skin which comprises administering an effective amount of the composition. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120040079 | WHOLEGRAIN INSTANT PASTA - The present invention relates to wholegrain instant pasta and to dehydrated food compositions which comprise said pasta. The invention also pertains to the use of wholegrain semolina having at least 95% of particles having a particle size of less than 400 microns in the manufacture of said instant pasta and to a method for making said pasta. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120040058 | CUSTOMIZED CHILDREN'S FEEDING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Customized children's feeding systems and methods of using the customized children's feeding systems are provided, in a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a packaged food product ( | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120040046 | ISOAMYL ACETATE FOR WEIGHT MANAGEMENT - Described is the use of isoamyl acetate in food compositions for weight management and/or weight control. Further described is a beverage containing isoamyl acetate. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120040027 | FOOD OR BEVERAGE COMPOSITION COMPRISING UNROASTED COFFEE SOLIDS - The present invention relates to a food or beverage composition comprising unroasted coffee solids and arabinogalactans, for example a ready-to-drink beverage. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120039944 | WHEY AND THYMUS FUNCTION - The present invention generally relates to the field of nutrition and health. In particular, the present invention provides a composition that can be used to maintain or improve thymus health. One embodiment of the present invention is the use of whey or at least one protein fraction thereof for the preparation of a composition to maintain or improve thymus function. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120039930 | BASE, PRODUCTS CONTAINING THE SAME, PREPARATION METHODS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention concerns a base characterized in that it is prepared by the following steps : (a) partial bio-hydrolysis of raw materials rich in precursors, and (b) thermal reaction steps of the resulting product from (a). Said base can be prepared with a further step, which is a subsequent or simultaneous fermentation of the resulting product from step (a). | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120039860 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED ORAL HEALTH - Compositions and methods for preventing and treating illnesses associated with oral health are provided. In a general embodiment, the compositions and methods of the present disclosure can improve oral health by reducing the incidence of aspiration pneumonia, community-acquired pneumonia and nosocomial pneumonia, allowing for less gingivitis and plaque, and providing improved tongue flora. By utilizing probiotics naturally present in the oral cavity or gastrointestinal tract, the compositions and methods in embodiments of the present disclosure can reduce anaerobic gram-negative bacilli and increase the presence of the normal flora. By preventing and treating problems associated with oral health in a patient, subsequent health problems can be prrevented or mitigated, which can result in reduced health care costs for the patient in the future. | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120039852 | LACTOBACILLUS RHAMNOSUS NCC4007, A PROBIOTIC MIXTURE AND WEIGHT CONTROL - The present invention generally relates to the field of weight management and obesity. In particular the present invention relates to the use of probiotics in combination with prebiotics to treat or prevent obesity. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of | 02-16-2012 |
| 20120035234 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING FREE AMINO ACIDS - A composition is described that can be used in prevention or treatment of patients having impaired gastro-intestinal tract function. The composition comprises free amino acids including about 9.0% to about 17.0% glutamic acid. Methods of treatment of impaired gastro-intestinal tract function are described. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120034347 | BITE-SIZE CARBOHYDRATE NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS AND METHODS FOR USING SAME - Bite-size carbohydrate-based products and methods of using same are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a bite-size carbohydrate-based product comprises a carbohydrate source comprising a glucogenic:fructogenic carbohydrate ratio ranging between about 1.5 to about 2.5 with at least 60% of the energy content of the bite-size carbohydrate-based product coming from the carbohydrate source. Along with the carbohydrate source, the bite-size carbohydrate-based product further comprises a suitable amount of sodium. The bite-size carbohydrate-based products can be specifically designed and provided to an athlete for customized carbohydrate intake and portion control before, during and/or after exercising. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031794 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING BICOLOURED ALUMINIUM CONTAINERS - The invention concerns an aluminium container ( | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120031281 | BEVERAGE PREPARATION DEVICE HAVING A CLOSING MECHANISM WITH FORCE DEMULTIPLYING MEANS | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120029080 | REDUCTION OF RISK OF OBESITY - A nutritional composition comprising a significant amount of arachidonic acid (ARA) is described. Such nutritional composition is particularly suitable for infants below the age of 3 years, preferably between birth and 12 months of life. The composition can be used to reduce the risk of developing overweight/obesity and/or insulin resistance later in life. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120027907 | HIGHLY AERATED CONFECTION - This invention concerns a fat continuous phase confectionery material which is highly aerated and the method for producing it. The material has a very low density below 0.2 g/cm | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120027878 | NATURAL LYCOPENE CONCENTRATE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF - Natural lycopene concentrate obtained from a plant structure after alkalinization, solid-liquid separation, acidification and a second solid-liquid separation. The concentrate obtained is highly bioavailable and water-soluble at room temperature. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120027738 | MATERNAL SUPPLEMENT - The use of docosahexaenoic acid in the manufacture of a composition for administration to a pregnant woman for reducing the risk of development of overweight or obesity of the baby in infancy and/or early childhood. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120022010 | USE OF FLAVONOIDS TO INCREASE THE BIOAVAILABILITY OF HESPERETIN - The present invention relates generally to the field of hesperetin bioavailability. One embodiment of the present invention is directed at a composition that allows to increase the bioavailability of hesperetin and consequently to maximize the beneficial health effects of hesperetin. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120021977 | PROMOTION OF HEALTHY CATCH-UP GROWTH - The use of a protein source comprising bovine casein proteins for the preparation of a nutrional composition for administration to an infant, young child or adult during or after a period of catch-up growth or weight recovery, following a period of growth restriction or weight lost, so as improve growth at early age and/or to reduce the risk of development of insulin resistance and/or Type 2 diabetes later in the life of the infant, young child or adult. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120021115 | INSTANT BEVERAGE PRODUCT - The present invention relates to a method for the production of instant beverage products which, upon reconstitution with liquid, form a foamy upper surface. The method makes use of a porous base powder to which the present invention also relates. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120021078 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AN APPLE EXTRACT AND REDUCING FOOD ALLERGY SYMPTOMS, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN - A complete nutritional composition comprising polyphenols is provided for reducing the symptoms of allergies originating from food allergens in young children or infants. Preferably the composition modulates the secondary prevention of allergies while not affecting significantly the primary prevention. The composition comprises an apple extract. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120020926 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CAFTARIC ACID AND/OR DERIVATIVES THEREOF - The present invention relates generally to the field of food and drinks. In particular, for example, a composition is provided that allows to provide tartaric and/or caffeic acid to a subject. One embodiment of the present invention is a composition comprising an ingredient containing caftaric acid and/or derivatives thereof, and a lactic acid bacterium capable of hydrolysing caftaric acid and/or derivatives thereof to generate tartaric and/or caffeic acid. | 01-26-2012 |
| 20120016112 | PROCESSING OF MACRONUTRIENTS - The present invention generally relates to edible compositions and methods to produce them. In particular, the present invention relates to the enzymatic modulation of macron utrients and to food compositions containing such modulated macronutrients. One embodiment of the present invention is a method for modulating macronutrients comprising the steps of producing at least one synthetic gene coding for at least one enzyme or a functional part thereof capable of modulating macronutrients, expressing the at least one enzyme or a functional part thereof, and bringing the macronutrients into contact with the at least one enzyme or a functional part thereof exhibiting the enzymatic activity. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120015077 | INFANT OR FOLLOW-ON FORMULA - The formula of the invention, intended both for infants and young children, comprises modified sweet whey proteins free or almost free of CGMP, and at least one probiotic. The invention also pertains to methods for promoting physical development, improving gastro intestinal comfort and developing a healthy gut microflora in infants or young children by fully or partly feeding them with the said formula. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120014963 | PROBIOTICS, SECRETORY IGA AND INFECTION - The present invention relates generally to the field of nutrition, health and wellness. In particular the present invention relates to probiotics and ways to increase their effectiveness. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a combination of probiotics with secretory IgA and possible uses of this combination. For example a use of a composition comprising secretory IgA and at least one probiotic for the preparation of a product to treat or prevent infection is disclosed. | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120012007 | TRANSPORTABLE COMPACT MACHINE FOR PREPARING A DRINK - Machine for preparing a drink, which comprises a body ( | 01-19-2012 |
| 20120009318 | MIXING AND DISPENSING APPARATUS WITH MOVABLE MIXING CHAMBER - The present invention relates to a beverage mixing and dispersing apparatus comprising :—a metering device,—a mixing chamber,—at least one diluent feeding means,—means for moving the mixing chamber, characterized in that the mixing chamber is movable between:—a metering position, where the metering device outlet emerges in the mixing chamber inlet, and—a mixing position, where the diluent feeding means are able to inject the diluent in the mixing chamber and the metering device outlet does not emerge in the mixing chamber inlet. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120009304 | CAPSULE FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE BY CENTRIFUGATION IN A BEVERAGE PREPARATION DEVICE AND DEVICE ADAPTED THEREFORE | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120006850 | DEVICE FOR DOSING A METERED AMOUNT OF A POWDERED PRODUCT AND BEVERAGE MACHINE USING SUCH A DEVICE - The invention concerns a dosing device for dosing a metered amount of a powdered product comprising: a fixed body ( | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120004163 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION FOR INFANTS - A nutritional composition for infants comprises a protein source, a lipid source and a carbohydrate source wherein the lipid source includes at least 16 wt % linoleic acid and at least 2 wt % α-linolenic acid expressed as a percentage of total fatty acid content in each case and in amounts such that the ratio of linoleic acid:α-linolenic acid is in the range from 1 to 10. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120003376 | INSTANT OIL FRIED NOODLE CONTAINING IRON AND ITS PROCESS OF PREPARATION - An instant oil fried noodle comprising an amount of iron between 26 and 35 mg for 100 g of noodles, between 1 and 20% of oil, between 60 and 90% of flour, up to 2% of kansui ingredient and a water content between 2 and 12% is provided. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120003359 | FAT-BASED CONFECTIONERY MATERIAL AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF - A fat-based confectionery material with a continuous fat phase characterised in that the material is dispersed with bubbles containing a liquid filling and methods for the production thereof. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120003340 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETOXIFICATION AND CANCER PREVENTION - Nutritional compositions capable of reducing the risk of cancer are provided. The nutritional compositions combine the added effects of both a probiotic source and a phytochemical(s) capable of inducing enzymatic activity in mammals to reduce the incidence of cancer. The probiotic and phytochemical source can be derived from a single plant material, such as chicory. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20120000933 | BEVERAGE MACHINE WITH DRIP TRAY DEVICE FOR RECIPIENTS OF DIFFERENT HEIGHTS - A beverage machine comprising a drip tray device that can accommodate recipients of different heights. The drip tray device is formed of a collect tank and has a first drip support grid removably mounted on the tank for holding short recipients and has a second drip support for longer recipients such as a glass. The whole device is removable for ease of emptying and rinsing. In a possible mode, the first removable grid is provided with a gutter to evacuate liquid in a main collect reservoir. | 01-05-2012 |
| 20110319346 | ELECTROSTATIC PROTEIN/GLUCOSINOLATE COMPLEXES - The present invention relates to the field of electrostatic complexes. Embodiments of the present invention relate to food-grade electrostatic complexes containing at least one milk protein and at least one glucosinolate and to the uses of such complexes, e.g., to reduce the perceived bitterness of glucosinolates and/or to form and stabilize emulsions and/or foams. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110319318 | COVALENT MILK PROTEIN/ISOTHIOCYANATE COMPLEXES - The present invention relates to the field of complexes. Embodiments of the present invention relate to food-grade covalent complexes containing at least one milk protein and at least one ITC-compound and to the uses of such complexes, e.g., to reduce the perceived pungency of ITC-compounds, to produce antimicrobial effects and/or to form and stabilize emulsions and/or foams. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110315021 | CAPSULE WITH FLOW CONTROL AND FILTERING MEMBER - Capsules for use in a beverage production machine. One capsule includes a base body having a flange-like rim and containing beverage-forming ingredients therein, the ingredients being sealed in the base body by a foil member attached to the flange-like rim, and at least one flow control porous member arranged between at least a portion of ingredients in the capsule and the foil member. Another capsule includes a first wall member for supporting beverage-forming ingredients, a second perforable wall member attached to the first wall member, and at least one porous layer located between the beverage-forming ingredients in the capsule and the second wall member, with the porous layer forming a multilayer laminate with the perforable non-porous foil member. These flow control porous members provide faster and more consistent flow of the liquid extract through the capsule and significantly reduces the resurgence of non-soluble solids. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20110313358 | INFUSION PUMP CASSETTE WITH ANTI-FREE-FLOW VALVE MECHANISM - A cassette ( | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110313039 | METHOD FOR INCREASING ENDOGENOUS PLASMALOGEN LEVELS IN MAMMALS - The present invention relates generally to compounds such as alkylglycerol and alkoxyglycerol for use in increasing the endogenous level of plasmalogens in a mammal. In particular, these compounds are used for increasing the endogenous plasmalogen level to a level greater than the level in healthy mammals. According to the present invention such compounds are also for use in the prevention or treatment of diseases caused or affected by a decreased endogenous level of plasmalogens. A method for the manufacture of a dietary precursor for the use of the present invention is also part of the present disclosure. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110313014 | PRODUCTS COMPRISING N-PHENYLPROPENOYL AMINO ACID AMIDES AND USES THEREOF - The present invention relates to use of a composition comprising N-phenylpropenoyl amino acid amides for the preparation of a product to treat or prevent neurodegenerative disorders, cognitive decline, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, mood disorders, depression, sleep disorders, diseases involving protein aggregation in a human or animal, Alzheimer's disease, macular degeneration or diabetes. The invention further relates to products comprising N-phenylpropenoyl amino acid amides, including food and beverage products, food supplements, and pet food products, and methods for affecting cognitive performance of humans and animals. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110311703 | FROZEN AERATED PRODUCTS - The present invention relates to frozen aerated products including products manufactured by low-temperature extrusion with superior creaminess. In particular, the invention is concerned with a partially coagulated protein system induced by controlled coagulation of milk protein which imparts outstanding sensory attributes on frozen confectionery including low-temperature extruded frozen products, in particular when containing low fat. A method of producing such frozen aerated confectionery product and the products obtainable from the method are also part of the present invention. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110311687 | MULTI-LAYERED CHILLED DESSERT - The present invention relates to a multi-layered, cooked and chilled dessert in a heat-resistant container and to a method for manufacturing it. The dessert of the invention is prepared by subsequently filling layers in a heat-resistant jar and baking the dessert comprising the layers, followed by cooling the dessert to chilled conditions. The dessert may be consumed as chilled dessert or, alternatively, following a re-heating step shortly before serving. The dessert of the present invention provides advantages with respect to food safety in that its manufacturing process is shortened and not prone to contamination if compared to prior art processes. | 12-22-2011 |
| 20110305791 | METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR NUTRITIONALLY IMPROVING GLUCOSE CONTROL AND INSULIN ACTION - Disclosed is a method and composition for nutritionally improving glucose and insulin balance in an individual. The invention further provides a method for treating a comorbidity of diabetes. In one embodiment, the invention provides a nutritional formulation comprising: a protein source; a fat source; and a carbohydrate source, wherein the protein source, the fat source, and the carbohydrate source are in a ratio of about 1:1:1, each comprising about one third of the total calories of the composition. | 12-15-2011 |
| 20110300276 | PROCESS OF BREWING TEA LEAVES CONTAINED IN A CAPSULE - The invention concerns a process for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage machine with a capsule comprising an enclosure containing tea leaves comprising the steps of: a) introducing water in the capsule to submerge the tea leaves in the capsule enclosure, then b) introducing water at a soaking flow of at most 80 ml/min, then c) introducing water in the capsule until the required volume of beverage is delivered, wherein during at least one period of step b), water is introduced in the capsule at least once at a stirring flow superior the soaking flow to stir tea leaves. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110300255 | FREEZE-DRIED, DAIRY OR DAIRY-SUBSTITUTE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - The present invention comprises a freeze-dried, dairy or dairy-substitute composition comprising a dairy or dairy-substitute ingredient and an emulsifier and methods of using same to promote and/or improve child development. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110293800 | LOW PROTEIN AND PROTEIN-FREE EXTENDED SHELF LIFE (ESL) AND SHELF-STABLE ASEPTIC LIQUID CREAMERS AND PROCESS OF MAKING THEREOF - The invention provides low protein and protein-free liquid creamer compositions, and processes for making them. The liquid creamer composition includes an emulsifying component comprising a combination of at least two low molecular weight emulsifiers; a hydrocolloid system comprising microcrystalline cellulose (MCC)/carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)/carrageenan; a chelating system comprising at least one chelating agent of an organic or inorganic acid or organic or inorganic acid salt; a buffer system comprising at least one buffering agent; and a whitening agent in an amount sufficient to provide additional whitening to an aqueous media to which the creamer is added. The composition has a vegetable oil content of about 0.1% to about 33% by weight of the composition and a protein content of no more than 3% by weight of the composition. The composition is in the form of an aseptic liquid creamer that is shelf-stable for at least nine months, and provides high whitening capacity and a pleasant mouth-feel with no discernable feathering or fat separation when added to aqueous media of beverages at different pHs, hardnesses and temperatures. | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110293569 | LACTOBACILLUS RHAMNOSUS CNCM I-4096 AND WEIGHT CONTROL - The present invention generally relates to the field of obesity. In particular the present invention relates to the use of probiotics to support weight management and to treat or prevent obesity. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110293568 | LACTOBACILLUS HELVETICUS CNCM I-4095 AND WEIGHT CONTROL - The present invention generally relates to the field of obesity. In particular the present invention relates to the use of probiotics to support weight management and to treat or prevent obesity. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110290758 | METHOD OF MAKING A CONTAINER SUCH AS A BOTTLE FROM A PREFORM MADE OF THERMOPLASTIC POLYMER - Method of making a container having an elongated body equipped with a neck, such as a bottle ( | 12-01-2011 |
| 20110287143 | TEMPERATURE-INDUCED DELIVERY OF NUTRIENTS BY MICRO-ORGANISMS IN THE GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT - The present invention relates in general to the field of health and well-being. In particular, the present invention relates to temperature sensitive micro-organisms and their use as vehicle for the preparation of a composition to deliver compounds, for example nutrients, to specific regions of a body. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110285063 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PACKAGING A LIQUID FOOD PRODUCT - The invention relates to a method of and a device for delivering a predetermined volume of beverage into a thermoplastic container formed from a preform positioned in a mould having an opening opposite an injection head ( | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110280989 | FREEZE-DRIED, DAIRY OR DAIRY-SUBSTITUTE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - The present invention comprises a freeze-dried, dairy or dairy-substitute composition comprising a dairy or dairy-substitute ingredient and an emulsifier and methods of using same to promote and/or improve child development. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110280848 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CHICORIC ACID AND/OR DERIVATIVES THEREOF - The present invention relates generally to the field of food and drinks. In particular, for example, a composition is provided that allows to provide tartaric and/or caffeic acid to a subject. One embodiment of the present invention is a composition comprising an ingredient containing chicoric acid and/or derivatives thereof, and a lactic acid bacterium capable of hydrolysing chicoric acid and/or derivatives thereof to generate tartaric and/or caffeic acid. | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110280837 | BIFIDOBACTERIUM LONGUM AND HIPPOCAMPAL BDNF EXPRESSION - The present invention relates in general to edible compositions comprising probiotics. One embodiment of the present invention relates to an edible composition comprising | 11-17-2011 |
| 20110274816 | GLASSY MATRICES FOR THE STABILIZATION OF COFFEE AROMA - A glassy matrix for coffee aroma is provided in which the level of compounds which degrade aroma has been reduced, enabling the production of improved soluble coffee powder. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110274794 | CAPSULE AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE SUCH AS COFFEE FROM SAID CAPSULE - Capsule for the preparation of a beverage in beverage preparation device comprising: a cup-shaped body ( | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110274672 | SIALIC ACID PRODUCING BACTERIA - The present invention generally relates to the field of sialic acids, in particular to the field of sialic acid enriched food products and their uses. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a food product enriched with food-grade sialic acid producing bacteria and/or a fraction thereof containing sialic acid. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110271841 | INJECTION ASSEMBLY AND MACHINE FOR PREPARING A DRINK PROVIDED WITH THIS INJECTION ASSEMBLY - Injection assembly ( | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110271840 | TRANSPORTABLE STAND-ALONE MACHINE FOR PREPARING A DRINK - Machine for preparing a drink, which comprises a casing ( | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110269851 | REDUCING ASTRINGENCY IN COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING PHENOLIC COMPOUNDS - The present invention in general relates to the field of taste. In particular it relates to the reduction of astringency. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of at least one phospholipid for the preparation of a phenol containing composition to reduce the astringency of the composition. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110269678 | NUTRITIONAL METHOD - A method of improving nutrition and/or treating low grade inflammation in an elderly human subject comprises administering to said subject a cysteine source so as to provide metabolically available cysteine in the diet of said subject in a proportion relative to all available amino acids which is greater that the proportion of cysteine relative to all amino acids which corresponds to the requirements of a healthy young human subject. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110268855 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PACKAGING A LIQUID FOOD PRODUCT - The invention relates to a method of delivering a predetermined volume of beverage into a thermoplastic container formed from a heated preform positioned in a mould, characterized in that the product includes a step of injecting at least some beverage into a recess in the preform so as to promote expansion of the preform inside the mould, the mould defining the shape of the container, a volume of beverage introduced during the injection step being at least equal to said predetermined volume, and, in addition, the method includes a step of sucking out a fraction of said volume of the beverage introduced until the volume of beverage remaining in the container is approximately equal to said predetermined volume. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110268743 | PROBIOTICS, SECRETORY IgA AND INFLAMMATION - The present invention relates generally to the field of nutrition, health and wellness. In particular the present invention relates to probiotics and ways to increase their effectiveness. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a combination of probiotics with SIgA and possible uses of this combination. For example a use of a composition comprising SIgA and at least one probiotic for the preparation of a product to treat or prevent inflammation is disclosed. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110268702 | LACTOBACILLUS PARACASEI AND WEIGHT CONTROL - The present invention generally relates to the field of obesity and/or metabolic disorders. In particular the present invention relates to the use of probiotics to treat obesity and/or metabolic disorders. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265658 | MODULAR SYSTEM WITH SMALL FOOTPRINT AUTONOMOUS MODULE - The present invention proposes a system for producing a beverage from portioned ingredients provided within a capsule or pod, the system comprising a base station ( | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110265433 | DEVICE FOR PACKAGING A LIQUID FOOD PRODUCT - The invention relates to a device for delivering a beverage into a thermoplastic container formed from a heated preform ( | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110263023 | GENES FOR MODULATING COFFEE MATURATION AND METHODS FOR THEIR USE - Disclosed are isolated nucleic acids for modulating coffee maturation. Also disclosed are promoters derived from such genes. Methods for using the nucleic acids for improving quality attributes of coffee are provided. Also provided are methods for assessing the quality of plant-based agricultural products, such as coffee. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110262601 | PORTION-CONTROLLED NUTRITION SYSTEM AND METHOD USING CAPSULES - Nutritional delivery system using single-serve capsules comprising: a dispenser for a nutritional composition comprising means for providing water into a single-use capsule containing a portion-controlled serving of a nutritional formula; different types of capsules ( | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110262598 | MOULDING OF CHOCOLATE - An apparatus and method for the manufacture of a chocolate piece or tablet having a core or cavity passing through the thickness of the piece or tablet which comprises a mould ( | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259887 | LID WITH BARRIER PROPERTY - The invention relates to a lid with barrier property having highly improved barrier property, sealing ability for cups, and ease of opening in comparison with the conventional products. The innermost layer is a resin layer including a polyethylene sealant layer, and a metal foil layer is attached to the outside of the resin layer of the innermost layer via an adhesive layer. The innermost layer is provided with a plurality of weakened portions extending radially from the center. The weakened portions facilitate tearing the innermost layer and also the metal foil layer, thereby facilitating opening of the lid. | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259207 | WATER TREATMENT UNIT FOR BEVERAGE PRODUCTION MACHINE - The invention concerns a water treatment unit comprising: —a compartment ( | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110259204 | METHOD FOR APPLYING A LIQUID SEAL RUBBER TO A CAPSULE - The present invention proposes a method for providing a rubber-elastic sealing member onto a capsule ( | 10-27-2011 |
| 20110250333 | PROCESS OF BREWING TEA LEAVES CONTAINED IN A CAPSULE - The invention concerns a process for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage machine with a capsule comprising an enclosure containing tea leaves comprising the steps of: a) introducing water in the capsule to submerge the tea leaves in the capsule enclosure, then b) letting the tea leaves soak, then c) introducing water in the capsule until the required volume of beverage is delivered, wherein water is continuously introduced in the capsule from the beginning of step a) until the end of step b). | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110250317 | INFANT OR FOLLOW-ON FORMULA - The formula of the invention, intended both for infants and young children, comprises at least one LC-PUFA and at least one probiotic. The invention also pertains to methods of strengthening natural immune defences and promoting a healthy mental development in infants or young children by fully or partly feeding them with the said formula. | 10-13-2011 |
| 20110244104 | STABLE FROZEN AERATED PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY LOW-TEMPERATURE EXTRUSION TECHNOLOGY - The present invention relates to stable frozen aerated products manufactured by low-temperature extrusion. In particular, the invention is concerned with a stabiliser system comprising native starch which can be used to impart stability on low-temperature extruded frozen products. A method of producing such frozen aerated confectionery product and the products obtainable from said method are also part of the present invention. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110244072 | MODULATION OF INFANT FAT MASS - A method of reducing the accumulation of fat mass in a neonatal human infant at risk thereof which method comprises administering to the infant during at least a part of the neonatal period a therapeutic amount of a nutritional composition comprising proteins in an amount such that the composition contains more than 2.4 g of protein per 100 kcal. As weight gain during the first week of life has been associated with overweight in adulthood, this may offer a method of reducing the risk of developing obesity in later life. Also claimed is the administration of DHA to the mother during gestation period. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110236554 | HYDROLYSED PROTEIN-POLYSACCHARIDE COMPLEXES - The present invention relates to hydrolysed protein-polysaccharide complexes, and more specifically to those complexes formed by complex formation of a protein with a polysaccharide followed by hydrolysis. The resulting complexes have good emulsifying and stabilising properties and can be used in food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical products. The invention further relates to the method of manufacture of such complexes. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110236541 | CAPSULE FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE BY CENTRIFUGATION - Method for preparing a beverage, from a capsule ( | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110232500 | FILTER CARTRIDGE FOR A BEVERAGE MACHINE AND BEVERAGE MACHINE WITH A FILTER CARTRIDGE - A filter cartridge for a beverage machine that includes a housing with an inlet and an outlet and with filter material located in the housing. Furthermore, an upper outlet opening for filtered water and a lower outlet opening for filtered water are both connected to the outlet. Advantageously, the upper outlet opening is located at an upper end of the channel, and the lower outlet opening is located in the channel between the upper outlet opening and the outlet. Preferably, the upper outlet opening is located at an upper end of the channel, and the lower outlet opening is located in the channel between the upper outlet opening and the outlet. | 09-29-2011 |
| 20110229608 | FROZEN CONFECTIONERY PRODUCT AND AN APPARATUS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF - The present invention relates to a frozen confectionery product ( | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110226761 | MULTI-PURPOSE FOOD PREPARATION KIT - Multi-purpose food preparation kits for foods which include dough, at least a portion of which is exposed for cooking, browning, and crisping, and optionally rising. The kits include a support base of susceptor material elevated above a support surface by an elevator member either incorporated with a base or separate therefrom. Kits further include a ring component of susceptor material which surrounds the food product, and which is dimensioned larger than the initial dimensions of the food product, so as to be spaced therefrom, at least initially, prior to cooking The space inside the ring component allows the dough to rise during cooking without obstruction by the susceptor ring and without imparting thermal energy from the susceptor ring to the dough surface. In one embodiment the susceptor base it provided in the form of a shipping carton. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110223282 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION WITH ANTI-REGURGITATION PROPERTIES - A nutritional composition for the management of regurgitation in infants which composition includes which composition includes a protein source consisting essentially of partially hydrolysed proteins, a lipid source and a carbohydrate source comprising a starch selected from cereal starch or potato starch wherein the starch amounts to between 18 to 25% of the nutritional composition on a dry weight basis. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110223225 | SOLID OIL POWDERS - 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. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110223137 | COMPOSITIONS FOR USE IN LOW-BIRTH WEIGHT INFANTS - The present invention relates to compositions for use in low-birth weight infants. In particular, the compositions are probiotic compositions which are used for achieving full enteral feeding in low birth weight infants. The invention is also concerned with the use of specific probiotics in the manufacture of low-birth weight infant formulations. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20110217425 | COMPOSITE FROZEN CONFECTIONERY PROVIDING ENHANCED REFRESHMENT - The present invention relates to composite frozen confectioneries providing an enhanced refreshing sensation upon consumption, said confectioneries comprising a soft core of aerated ice confection preferably comprising a refreshing block and a crispy ice coating. The invention also concerns a method for the manufacture of said composite frozen confectioneries. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110212209 | LOW TEMPERATURE EXTRUSION PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR ENERGY OPTIMIZED AND VISCOSITY ADAPTED MICRO-STRUCTURING OF FROZEN AERATED MASSES - The invention describes a low temperature extrusion process and a respective device for an energy-optimized and viscosity-adapted microstructuring of frozen aerated systems like ice cream. Therewith a very finely dispersed microstructure is reached under optimized balance of viscous friction based mechanical energy dissipation and transfer of dissipation heat and additional phase transition (freezing) heat to a refrigerant up to very high frozen water fraction at very low temperatures. With this new process and device aerated masses are continuously frozen and optimally micro-structured under minimized/optimized mechanical energy input. The microstructure of this-like treated masses supports on the one hand preferred rheological properties which lead to improved shaping, portioning and scooping properties, even at very low temperatures, and on the other hand leads to an improved shelf life (heat shock stability) and mouth feel (e.g. creaminess, melting behavior). | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110206815 | OIL-FREE SHELF STABLE LIQUID CREAMERS - An oil-free, non-dairy, shelf-stable liquid whitening composition having a whitening agent and a stabilizing system is disclosed. The stabilizing system includes a hydrocolloid component, preferably of a blend of microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and carrageenans, in an amount sufficient to suspend the whitening agent both in the liquid whitening composition and in an aqueous media to which the liquid whitening composition is added; and a buffer to ensure sensory quality. The stabilizing system maintains the liquid whitening composition in a homogeneous state in the composition for at least about 9 months at ambient temperatures, and further maintains the whitening composition in suspension when added to the aqueous media. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110206649 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING PROBIOTICS AND IMPROVING SLEEP PATTERNS - This invention relates to the use of a probiotic bacterial strain in the manufacture of a medicament or therapeutic nutritional composition for improving the maturation of sleep patterns in infants, young children or young animals and/or for reducing sleep disturbances and/or improving sleep patterns in humans or animals at any age. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110206641 | STRESS TOLERANT BIFIDOBACTERIA - The present invention relates in general to the field of Bifidobacteria. In particular the present invention relates to the field of Bifidobacteria with a modulated stress resistance. One embodiment of the present invention is a | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110203462 | METHOD OF PREPARING FOAM FROM A MILK-BASED ALIMENTARY LIQUID AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING THE SAME - The invention concerns a method for preparing foam from a milk-based alimentary liquid, including the successive steps of: a) spacing a quantity of alimentary liquid in a container associated with stirring members; b) heating said quantity of alimentary liquid to bring it in proximity to a first desired temperature level while mechanically stirring it at a first stirring speed, lower than the foam creating speed, and c) stirring said quantity of liquid at a second stirring speed, sufficient to make said liquid foam. | 08-25-2011 |
| 20110201683 | OIL CONTAINING ONE OR MORE LONG-CHAIN POLYUNSATURATED FATTY ACIDS PHOSPHOLIPIDS DERIVED FROM BIOMASS - The present invention relates to a method to extract long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids from sources using emulsifiers dispersed in oil as carrier and to the oils obtainable from such a method. It also relates to the use of emulsifier in oil for improving the extraction of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in the form of phospholipids and, in a further aspect, to an oil composition comprising long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in an amount up to 4% and phospholipids in an amount up to 15% and at least one emulsifier. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110200725 | SEALING ADAPTER FOR A BEVERAGE EXTRACTION SYSTEM SUITABLE FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE FROM CARTRIDGES - Cartridge sealing adapter ( | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110200718 | METHOD OF CO-FILLING A DAIRY PRODUCT AND CO-FILLED COMPOSITE DAIRY PRODUCT - The present invention concerns a method for producing a composite dairy product by co-filling viscous components and obtaining a spiral or spiral-like product aspect. Advantageously, the method does not require rotational movements of filling nozzles for obtaining the product aspect and thus provides a reduction in the overall complexity of the filling equipment. The composite dairy product comprises a container comprising at least one transparent portion, and wherein a viscous component is visible as a substantially discontinuous stretch on said transparent portion of the container. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110200693 | INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF UTILIZATION OF INGESTED CREATINE - The present invention generally relates to increasing the efficiency of usage of an ingested exogenous biologically active substance by a body. In particular, the present invention relates to ways to improve the efficiency of utilization of ingested creatine in a body, in particular to increase the storage of creatine in the body. One embodiment of the present invention is the use of a combination comprising creatine and a soluble fiber for the preparation of a composition to increase the storage of creatine in the body. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110195144 | AGE-TAILORED NUTRITION SYSTEM FOR INFANTS - The invention relates to the use of a protein source comprising whey and casein proteins for providing an age-tailored nutrition system to an infant which system comprises two infant formulas each appropriate to an infant of a different age and each comprising the protein source wherein the whey:casein ratio of each formula is chosen in the range from 100:0 to 40:60 and decreases according to the age of the infant and the protein content of each formula is chosen in the range from 1.5 to 3.0 g protein/100 kcal and decreases according to the age of the infant. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110192846 | APPLICATOR-RECEPTACLE SECURING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a securing system ( | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110192423 | BEVERAGE PREPARATION DEVICE WITH IN-LINE SCALE REMOVAL SYSTEM AND DESCALING METHOD USING SUCH SYSTEM - Beverage preparation machine comprising: a fluid circuit comprising a water reservoir, a water pump, a heating means, a beverage producing module, which are fluidically connected for circulating water from the reservoir to the beverage producing module, wherein an inline descaling system is provided in the fluid circuit comprising a dedicated compartment intended for receiving a predetermined dose of a water soluble/dispersible descaling agent. The invention also relates to a method for automatically descaling and rinsing the fluid circuit. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110189373 | LOW PROTEIN AND PROTEIN-FREE LIQUID, LIQUID CONCENTRATE AND POWDER CREAMERS, AND PROCESS OF MAKING THEREOF - The invention provides low protein and protein-free creamer compositions, and processes for making them. The creamer composition includes an emulsifying component of at least one emulsifier; a buffer system of at least one buffering agent; and a chelating system of at least one chelating agent of an organic acid or organic acid salt. The creamer optionally contains a whitening agent in an amount sufficient to provide additional whitening to an aqueous media to which the creamer is added. The composition has a fat or oil content of about | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110189372 | PROTEIN-FREE CREAMERS, STABILIZING SYSTEMS, AND PROCESS OF MAKING SAME - Protein-free creamer compositions and stabilizing systems contained therein. The creamer composition includes an emulsifying component of at least two low molecular weight emulsifiers in relative amounts sufficient to provide a stabilized emulsion, a cellulose component including a blend of microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose in an amount sufficient to maintain homogeneity of the composition; and a carrageenan gum component present in an amount sufficient to maintain homogeneity of the composition. The creamer composition can be in the form of a shelf stable aseptic liquid creamer that is stable for at least about 9 months, an extended-shelf life (ESL) liquid creamer that is stable for at least about four months at refrigeration, or a powder that is stable for at least 24 months at ambient conditions. The creamer composition provides sufficient whitening capacity and a pleasant mouth feel without discernable feathering and without discernable fat separation when added to liquid beverages. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110189219 | SIALIC ACID TO SUPPORT THE IMMUNE SYSTEM IN THE ELDERLY - The present invention generally relates to the field of the immune system, in particular to strengthening the immune system of the elderly. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of a food product enriched with sialic acid for the preparation of a composition to strengthen the immune system. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110186450 | CAPSULE WITH DEDICATED SEALING MEANS - The present invention proposes a capsule for containing beverage ingredients, the capsule being designed for insertion in a beverage production device, the capsule comprising a body portion having at least a circumferential sidewall for enclosing an ingredients compartment of the capsule, and a sealing member, wherein the sealing member comprises a first flange-like rim portion and a second portion which is at least partially overlapping with an inner surface of the sidewall of the body portion. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110185910 | CAPSULE WITH RELIEF-SHAPED SEALING MEMBER - The present invention proposes a capsule for containing beverage ingredients, the capsule being designed for insertion in a beverage production device, the capsule comprising a cup-like body portion, a flange-like rim portion, a delivery wall and a sealing member having—in a radial cross sectional view—at least one protrusion and/or recession. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20110183041 | FROZEN CONFECTIONERY HAVING HIGH PROTEIN AND LOW FAT CONTENT - 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. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110183038 | ACIDIFIED NUTRITIONAL FORMULA - A nutritional formula has a pH in the liquid state in the range from 4.8 to 5.2, which formula comprises, on a dry matter basis, lactic acid in an amount of not more than 1.35% and at least 0.5% of a salt of lactic acid (+)-lactic acid for preparing nutritional formulas with a pH in the range of 3.5 to 6. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110177220 | DEVICE FOR IN-CUP-PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE - The present invention proposes a beverage production device for preparing a beverage from a beverage concentrate contained in a receptacle, comprising a support means ( | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110168026 | USER FRIENDLY INTERFACE FOR A BEVERAGE MACHINE - A beverage or liquid food machine has: a user-interface with a toggle-switch having a user-movable toggle switch member; and a control unit arranged for carrying out one or more operational processes of such machine. The control unit is arranged to store a plurality of values for a parameter of such an operational process. The user-interface is connected to the control unit and is arranged to allow a user-selection of one value from the stored values for the control unit to carry out the corresponding operational process with this selected value as such a parameter. The toggle-switch member is movable into a plurality of distinct selection positions for selecting the values of this plurality of values, with each value being associated with a corresponding distinct selection position of the toggle-switch member. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110166946 | METHOD OF PROMOTING AND SELLING COFFEE - The disclosure provides coffee products and methods for selling, promoting, and advertising coffee products as well as generating revenue from same. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110165298 | COLLAPSIBLE BOTTLES AND METHODS OF USING SAME - Collapsible bottles and methods of using the collapsible bottles are provided. In an embodiment, the collapsible bottle comprises a top panel having a neck, a middle panel foldable along a fold between the top panel and the middle panel, and a bottom panel comprising a bottom surface defining a molded recess so constructed and arranged for receiving a neck of a second bottle within the molded recess. The bottom panel is foldable along a fold between the middle panel and the bottom panel. The bottle is foldable into a collapsed position wherein the top panel folds into the middle panel and the middle panel folds into the bottom panel. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110165292 | FOOD PRODUCT - A no- or low-sugar wafer or an expanded extruded cereal product comprising monodisperse maltodextrins or fructooligosaccharides, methods of making these compositions and food products containing these compositions. | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110165135 | LACTOBACILLUS HELVETICUS STRAINS FOR PRODUCING HYPOTENSIVE PEPTIDES - The present invention relates to novel strains of | 07-07-2011 |
| 20110160136 | POLYPHENOLS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CARTILAGE DISORDERS - Compositions and methods for maintenance of cartilage health or prevention, alleviation and/or treatment of cartilage disorders are presented. The present invention also provides the manufacture of a nutritional product, a supplement or a medicament for promoting cartilage growth or for the maintenance of cartilage health and methods regarding same. In an embodiment, the present invention provides a composition comprising an active ingredient having an effective amount of a plant or plant extract containing at least one phytochemical, in particular polyphenol having the ability to treat or prevent muscular skeletal diseases. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110158036 | Mixing Device, Coffee Machine Provided with Mixing Device and Use of Mixing Device - The present invention relates to a mixing device for aerating and frothing a product that comprises a fluid component and at least one further component, comprising a rotor ( | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110151095 | COMPOSITE DESSERT AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING THE SAME - The present invention relates to a composite food product characterized in that it comprises in combination: (i) an outer shell made of a jellified composition, (ii) at least one edible inclusion made of:—a fermented or non-fermented milk-based product, and/or—a puree, spread, pasta, filling composition, cream, foamed composition or mousse comprising chocolate, coffee, tea, cereals, fruit, vegetable, meat, fish, cereals, or a combination thereof. Said invention further relates to a process for preparing such a composite food product. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110151094 | METHOD OF REDUCING THE ENZYMATIC DIGESTION RATES OF STARCH GRANULES IN FOOD AND FOOD PRODUCTS PRODUCED THEREFROM - The present invention describes a method of reducing the enzymatic digestion rates of starch granules in food, particularly rice-based food. The method is carried out by encapsulating the starch granules with a reaction compound formed by the chemical reaction of at least a crosslinkable polysaccharide that has been pre-mixed with the ingredients for food production, and at least a crosslinking agent. The invention also relates to a process of preparing food products by incorporating the method of the present invention and food products produced by the present method. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110151062 | MICROWAVEABLE LAMINATED DOUGH PRODUCTS AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - Microwavable laminated dough products are provided having a laminated dough that is packaged in combination with a unique packaging that expands upon exposure to microwave energy to contact the laminated dough and to provide enhanced browning and crisping to the laminated dough. The packaging may also incorporate vent holes to allow for moisture and temperature control within the package during microwave cooking. The laminated dough may contain a filling. A laminated dough product having zero grams of trans fat per serving size and a laminated dough comprising about 1% or less of trans fat per 100 grams are also provided. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110142984 | PASTA COMPOSITION FOR DEHYDRATED FOOD MATRICES - The present invention relates to a dry pasta composition comprising a combination of protein and fibres including beta-glucans which has a particularly satiating effect when rehydrated and consumed. A part of the protein is dairy protein. It is suitable for use in instant food products such as dehydrated soup and does not contain soy derivatives. The invention further relates to the use of beta-glucans in food compositions for inducing satiety and to a method of preparing satiety-inducing food compositions. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110132925 | PROCESS FOR DETECTING SCALE FORMATION IN A BEVERAGE PREPARATION MACHINE - The invention concerns a process for detecting scale deposit in the liquid supply means of a water pump driven machine comprising at least a water tank, a pump and a heating means, where water is pumped from the water tank and fed to the heating means, and where the pump is energized by a controller by providing the pump with an energizing signal to provide an intended water flow rate F, wherein the actual water flow rate f is measured and the discrepancy Δ between the actual water flow rate f and the intended water flow rate F is directly and/or indirectly compared to an operating instruction related to scale deposit. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110130472 | PROTEOSE PEPTONE FRACTION - The present invention generally relates to compositions comprising the proteose peptone fraction (PPf). In particular, the present invention relates to a method for the production of an extract comprising a demineralised protein fraction depleted in β-lactoglobulin and enriched in the PPf and to uses of these extracts, e.g. in a food product, a food supplement, a nutritional, a pharmaceutical and/or a cosmetic composition, for example as emulsifier or as foaming agent. The PPf fraction of the present invention may be obtained by adjustment of the pH of an aqueous native protein dispersion to about 5.6 to 8.4, or to about 3.5 to 5.0, heating the aqueous native protein dispersion to about 70-95° C. for about 10 seconds to 60 minutes, removing at least a part of the formed solid large molecular weight aggregates with a diameter of at least 100 nm from the aqueous protein dispersion after heating and collecting the remaining liquid fraction of the dispersion. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110130460 | INCREASED CREATINE RETENTION WITH SOLUBLE FIBRES - The present invention generally relates to increasing the efficiency of usage of an ingested biologically active substance by a body. In particular, the present invention relates to ways to improve the efficiency of utilization of ingested creatine in a body, in particular to increase the storage of creatine in the body. One embodiment of the present invention is the use of a combination comprising creatine and a viscous soluble fiber for the preparation of a composition to increase the storage of creatine in the body. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110129583 | ACYLAMINO ACID COMPOUNDS AND FOOD PREPARATIONS CONTAINING SAME - An acylamino acid compound is described which can be used in food preparations to generate a savory tingling sensation without burning effect. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110129504 | COMPOSITION FOR CONTROLLING LIPASE CATALYZED REACTIONS - The present invention relates to the field of lipolysis mediated by lipases. In particular the present invention relates to the modulation of lipase activity by regulation of the composition of the interface between a hydrophobic and a hydrophilic phase. More particularly the present invention relates to a the use of a formulation comprising at least one surfactant with an interfacial pressure that is sufficiently high to control the access of lipase substrates to the interface between a lipophilic phase and a hydrophilic phase to regulate lipolysis and to a composition comprising at least one oil and enriched with at least one surfactant wherein the surfactant is non-cleavable by at least one lipase, has a higher affinity to the interface between the hydrophilic and lipophilic phase than the at least one lipid and is present in a weight ratio to the at least one lipid of about 1:1000-100:1. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110129452 | PROBIOTICS TO INCREASE IgA SECRETION IN INFANTS BORN BY CAESAREAN SECTION - Use of probiotic bacteria in the manufacture of a medicament or therapeutic nutritional composition for increasing IgA secretion in an infant delivered by cesarean section during the first four months of the life of the infant. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110127255 | LIQUID HEATING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR HEATING A LIQUID - The invention relates to a liquid heating device, in particular for household application, mainly for preparing hot beverages comprising a body provided with a liquid flow channel which comprises a liquid inlet and outlet and is connected to at least one electrical heating body whose feeding is controlled by switching means connected to control means. The inventive device is characterized in that the channel consists of at least one first and second portions thereof which are connected to each other by a third channel portion forming a connection conduit, each first and second channel portion are associated with the heating body and the connection conduit is associated with an intermediate temperature sensor connected to said control means, wherein the temperature sensor is disposed in such a way that it is brought into contact with the liquid flowing in the channel and the control and switching means are configured in such a way that it is possible to control the heating body of said at least second channel portion according to the quantity of useful energy supplyable thereto in order to raise the intermediate temperature measured by the intermediate temperature sensor to a specified temperature. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126717 | BEVERAGE MACHINE WITH CARRYING HANDLE AND CONFIGURABLE APPEARANCE & SIDE FUNCTIONS - A machine for preparing a beverage having a main body containing a brewing unit and a handle movable relative to the main body, so as to act on the brewing unit to open the brewing unit for introduction or removal of an ingredient into and from the unit, and act to close the brewing unit for extraction of such ingredient within the unit. The movable handle has a gripping part and is arranged to be drivable by a human hand. The main body and the movable handle are so connected and configured that the gripping part has a carrying position in which the gripping part is seizable by the human hand for safe lifting and single-handed displacing of the machine. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110126314 | MODULATION OF COFFEE FLAVOUR PRECURSOR LEVELS IN GREEN COFFEE GRAINS - The present invention relates to isolated polynucleotides encoding cysteine proteinases; cysteine proteinase inhibitors; and aspartic endoproteinases. The invention also relates to a transformed host cell, preferably a plant cell, in which over- or under-expression of these polynucleotides result in altered levels of coffee flavour precursor levels, specifically, amino group-containing molecules such as amino acids, peptides and proteins, in green coffee grains. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110124579 | SIALIC ACID TO SUPPORT SALIVATION - The present invention generally relates to the field of disorders related to an impaired salivation and compositions that can be used to treat or prevent such disorders. One embodiment of the present invention relates to a composition comprising sialic acid to treat and/or prevent disorders linked to an impaired salivation. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110123501 | GUT FLORA AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT - The present invention relates to supporting weight management, weight loss and/or to the prevention and/or treatment of metabolic disorders. In particular the present invention relates to preventing and/or treating metabolic disorders by modulating, in particular reducing the amount of proteobacteria and/or deferribacteres in the gut. One embodiment of the present invention relates to the use of a primary composition comprising an agent that reduces the amount of proteobacteria, preferably gamma-proteobacteria, even more preferred enterobacteria; and/or deferribacteres in the gut for the preparation of a composition to treat or prevent metabolic disorders, to support weight loss and/or to support weight management. | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110121017 | SINGLE PIECE DEVICE FOR STORING, METERING AND MIXING A POWDER WITH A DILUENT - The invention concerns a device ( | 05-26-2011 |
| 20110118204 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION WITH FREE AMINO ACIDS AND STRUCTURED LIPIDS - A nutritional composition is proposed, such as an infant formula composition or an enteral composition for children 3-17 years, that is especially targeted as patients having food allergies or impairments of intestinal absorption. The composition comprises structured lipids. The composition is based on free amino acids and contains a very low amount of peptides or proteins, if any. The composition comprises a source of carbohydrate and has a particular caloric density. The composition can comprise arachidonic acid (ARA) and/or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). The composition delivers specific nutritional benefits to the patients. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20110110904 | NUTRITIONAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING OLIGOSACCHARIDE MIXTURE - A nutritional composition for administration to an infant which composition comprises, on a dry matter basis, from 2.5 to 15.0 wt % of an oligosaccharide mixture consisting of N-acetylated oligosaccharide(s), galacto-oligosaccharide(s) and sialylated oligosaccharide(s) with the proviso that the composition comprises at least 0.02 wt % of an N-acetylated oligosaccharide, at least 2.0 wt % of a galacto-oligosaccharide and at least 0.04 wt % of a sialylated oligosaccharide and that the N-acetylated oligosaccharide(s) comprise 0.5 to 4.0% of the oligosaccharide mixture, the galacto-oligosaccharide(s) comprise 92.0 to 98.5% of the oligosaccharide mixture and the sialylated oligosaccharide(s) comprise 1.0 to 4.0% of the oligosaccharide mixture. The composition is useful for administration to an infant in the first six months of life to reduce the risk of obesity later in life. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108510 | CAP FOR A CONTAINER - Cap intended to be secured to the mouth ( | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110108162 | ERGONOMIC INTERFACE SCREEN FOR A BEVERAGE MACHINE - A machine for filling a receptacle with a liquid food or beverage. The machine includes a housing; an arrangement for dispensing a liquid food or a beverage to a receptacle upon a user-request; and a user-interface screen on the housing. The housing has a user-orientation for a user to request dispensing of the liquid food or beverage, the user-interface screen being arranged in this user-orientation to face the user within a user-visible housing portion that is delimited by user-visible outermost boundaries of this housing. In this user-orientation, the user-interface screen forms substantially the entire user-visible housing portion or a surface-predominant section thereof or a surface-predominant section of a plurality of distinctively user-visible sections that form together the user-visible housing portion. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110105433 | LECITHIN AND LC-PUFA - The present invention relates generally to the prevention/and or stopping of the generation of off-flavours in food products. In particular is the present invention directed to the formulation of lipid raw material mixes and food products containing long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, and to compositions and processes for stabilizing such products against the formation of off-flavours, such as fishy off-odours. One embodiment of the present invention is a composition comprising an LC-PUFA containing oil and lecithin, wherein weight ratio of lecithin to LC-PUFA is at least about 25:75. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110104333 | SHELF-STABLE COOKING AID AND A PROCESS FOR ITS PREPARATION - The invention concerns a shelf-stable concentrate cooking aid with increased Xian power comprising -a reduced amount of MSG, IMP and GMP, -food derived acids and sugars and -macromolecules, wherein all these components are of natural origin, said cooking aid comprising further up to 80% of added MSG or ribotides. | 05-05-2011 |
| 20110097434 | VISUALLY ATTRACTIVE, FRESHLY PREPARED EXTRUDED FAT-BASED CONFECTIONERY PRODUCT WITH TEMPORARY FLEXIBILITY HAVING ENHANCED MELT-IN-THE-MOUTH PROPERTIES, METHOD AND APPARATUS OF DISPENSING THE SAME - A visually attractive, freshly prepared, fat based confectionery product formed of at least one elongated strand of extrudate of fat based confectionery material; the at least one strand being capable of being handled while exhibiting a temporary flexibility and the eat least one strand being formed to a surface area to-mass ratio that is higher than 8.0 CM | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110094186 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PACKAGING A LIQUID FOOD PRODUCT - The invention relates to a method of, and a device for delivering a predetermined (1) volume of beverage into a thermoplastic container formed from a heated preform, the preform being positioned in a mould, characterized in that the method includes a step of injecting at least some beverage into a recess in the preform so as to promote expansion of the preform inside the mould, the mould defining the shape of the container, a longitudinal displacement of a stretch rod ( | 04-28-2011 |
| 20110081464 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A FROTHED WHITENED BEVERAGE - The invention concerns a method for hygienically and automatically producing from a beverage dispensing device a frothed whitened beverage in a receptacle comprising upon the actuation of a command on the device the following operations controlled by a control unit of said device: -a. metering and delivering a pre-warming volume of heated water in a receptacle for prewarming a whitening food component already contained in the receptacle and forming a warmed liquid in said receptacle, -b. metering and delivering a frothing volume of heated water in the form of at least a pressurized jet directed toward the receptacle for frothing the warmed liquid, -c. producing and delivering in the receptacle a liquid mixture made of a second food component and a metered mixing volume of water. The invention also concerns a device for implementing said method. | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110081459 | GROUP OF POTS FOR FOOD PRODUCTS - The invention relates to a group of at least two pots ( | 04-07-2011 |
| 20110076374 | MIXING ASSEMBLY COMPRISING A MIXING CHAMBER AND AN OVERFLOW CHAMBER AND PROCESS FOR MIXING - The invention concerns a mixing assembly ( | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110076371 | DEVICE AND PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE WITH ENHANCED AROMA - The present invention relates to a device for the preparation of a beverage comprising: a mixing chamber ( | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110068121 | DOSING DEVICE FOR A BEVERAGE DISPENSING SYSTEM - The invention proposes a dosing device ( | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110064707 | PROBIOTICS TO IMPROVE GUT MICROBIOTA - The use of probiotic bacteria in the manufacture of a medicament or therapeutic nutritional composition for promoting the development of an early bifidogenic intestinal microbiota in infants without siblings. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110061534 | BEVERAGE PRODUCTION DEVICE - The invention as claimed shows a beverage production device ( | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110052773 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A DRINK FROM A FOOD SUBSTANCE CONTAINED IN A CAPSULE - The invention relates to a method of wetting and/or dissolving a substance contained in a capsule for producing a beverage consisting, by means of a piercing and injection element, in piercing the capsule and injecting a liquid under pressure into the capsule to wet and/or dissolve the substance; the piercing and injection element being arranged so as to inject the liquid into the capsule in the form of at least one thin layer extending in a continuous, divergent and multidirectional manner, covering a spray surface in an arc of a circle inside the capsule. The invention also relates to a device comprising a flow channel and a valve designed to close off the channel in a first position, called the rest position, and to open under the effect of the pressure from the liquid against an elastic element so as to free a passage as a function of the pressure and thus create the thin layer of liquid. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110049081 | CLOSURE WITH BUILT-IN STORING COMPARTMENT - The present invention is a closure ( | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110046235 | PRODUCTS COMPRISING, AND USES OF, DECARBOXYLATED PHENOLIC ACIDS DERIVED FROM CHLOROGENIC ACIDS OF COFFEE - The present invention relates to uses of decarboxylated phenolic acid derived from chlorogenic acid of coffee as well as products comprising decarboxylated phenolic acid derived from chlorogenic acid of coffee, especially a coffee extract, and methods of producing such products. Coffee comprises chlorogenic acids, according to the invention these chlorogenic acids can be transformed into decarboxylated phenolic acids. The resulting decarboxylated phenolic acids have antioxidant and/or anti-inflammatory properties and can be used as ingredients in food and beverage products and to treat certain health conditions. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110045594 | GENETIC REMODELING IN BIFIDOBACTERIUM | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110045160 | SATIETY INDUCING FOOD COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to a method for preparing a satiety inducing food composition based on a dry food powder composition which upon reconstitution in a liquid, e.g. water, and subsequent consumption, induces satiety. The resulting food compositions have an optimised combination of protein and fibres, consistency, energetic value which together promote an optimised fullness sensation upon consumption. The present invention thus also relates to the use of the dry food powder for the preparation of a satiety inducing food composition. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110045159 | OLIGOSACCHARIDE INGREDIENT - An oligosaccharide ingredient comprising glycosylated amino acids and peptides of the general formula RnSacm where R is an amino acid residue, Sac is a monosaccharide selected from the group comprising N-acetyl-neuraminic acid, N-acetyl galactosamine and galactose, n has a value between (1) and (10) with the proviso that if n has the value (1) R is a threonine residue or a serine residue and if n has a value between (2) and (10) the peptide contains at least one threonine or serine residue, m has a value between (2) and (4) and at least (20) mol % of the ingredient is N-acetyl-neuraminic acid. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110045144 | SEALED CAPSULE FOR CONTAINING BEVERAGE INGREDIENTS AND HAVING AN INLET-SIDE MEMBRANE - The present invention proposes a system for preparing a beverage from a food substance contained in a single-use capsule ( | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110045106 | COFFEE EXTRACT - The present invention relates to a method of producing a coffee extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and uses of the extract of the invention. The coffee extract comprises caffeic acid and/or ferulic acid and can be produced by hydrolysing chlorogenic acids present in coffee extract, e.g. with a microorganism or an enzyme. The coffee extract of the invention may e.g. be used as an ingredient of a food or beverage product. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110044951 | COMPOSITIONS FOR PREPARING A COFFEE BEVERAGE COMPRISING HYDROLYSED CHLOROGENIC ACID - The invention relates to compositions for preparing a beverage, the compositions comprise a microorganism and/or an enzyme capable of hydrolysing chlorogenic acids of a coffee extract to phenolic acids. When a beverage prepared with the compositions of the invention is consumed chlorogenic acids present in coffee extract is hydrolysed to improve antioxidant and/or anti-inflammatory properties compared to a similar conventional beverage. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110041700 | EXCHANGEABLE FILTER FOR BEVERAGE PRODUCTION DEVICE AND BEVERAGE PRODUCTION DEVICE COMPRISING SUCH FILTER - The present invention proposes a device for preparing a nutritional composition by supplying water to ingredients provided to the device comprising a pump ( | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110041698 | USED CAPSULE COLLECTOR FOR BEVERAGE DEVICES - A device for preparing a beverage from a capsule containing an ingredient of the beverage, includes a housing with a cavity to which used capsules are evacuated; and a collection receptacle in the cavity of the housing. The receptacle has an opening for receiving the evacuated used capsules and collecting the capsules. The receptacle has a reception orientation in which the receptacle is arranged to be filled with capsules up to a maximum level of fill in the cavity which extends above the opening of the receptacle in the reception orientation of the receptacle. The receptacle being tiltable or pivotable in the cavity into a removal orientation for allowing removal of the collection receptacle filled with capsules from the cavity. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110039949 | PET FOOD PRODUCT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A pet food is provided, comprising a sorbent food body and a fluid carrier comprising a functional ingredient absorbed into the body. The body preferably is realtively moist, having a moisture content for example of from 35% to 60% by weight and firm structure that is resilient under initial biting by a pet animal. Protein content is preferably at least 20% by weight. The sorptivity of the body is increased by depleting the body of a first liquid, for example by causing drying by exposure to a source of dry heat, such as in roasting, grilling, frying and baking. Methods of manufacture are disclosed including providing a sorptive food body, causing the body to take up a carrier fluid containing a functional ingredient and packing the body in suitable packaging. The invention further provides delivery means for delivering a functional ingredient to a pet animal, the delivery means comprising a sorbent food body with the functional ingredient absorbed therein. The functional ingredient may be a nutrient or a pharmaceutical. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110039007 | INSTANT BEVERAGE PRODUCT - The present invention relates to an instant beverage powder and, more particularly, to an instant soluble beverage powder which forms foam on its upper surface when reconstituted with water. The powder has a foaming porosity of at least 35% an open pore volume of less than 3 ml/g and a closed pore average diameter D | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110038983 | METHOD AND COMPOSITIONS FOR IMPROVING ANIMAL HEALTH - Products as well as methods for reducing plaque in a domestic animal are provided. The product comprises retorted milk. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110036868 | CONTAINER FOR REFILL - The invention aims at providing a container for refill that enables transfer of the contents with one action and successfully secure the self-supporting property of the container for allowing the safe transfer. The opening portion ( | 02-17-2011 |
