Transgenic mice (Crym tg) overexpressing Crym protein in skeletal muscle were studied. Muscular functions, Ca.sup.2+ transients, contractile force, fatigue, and running on treadmills or wheels were not significantly altered and serum T.sub.3 and thyroid stimulating hormone levels were unaffected although T.sub.3 levels in tibialis anterior (TA) muscle were elevated and serum T.sub.4 was decreased. Crym tg mice had a decreased respiratory exchange ratio, corresponding to a 13.7% increase in fat utilization. Female Crym tg mice gained weight more rapidly than controls on high fat or high simple carbohydrate diets. Machine learning algorithms revealed morphological differences between Crym tg and control soleus fibers. RNA-seq and gene ontology enrichment analysis showed a shift towards genes associated with slower muscle function and β-oxidation. Therefore, high levels of μ-crystallin are associated with greater fat metabolism. These data indicate that Crym and μ-crystallin can be used as a treatment modality for diabetes and obesity.

Transgenic mice (Crym tg) overexpressing Crym protein in skeletal muscle were studied. Muscular functions, Ca.sup.2+ transients, contractile force, fatigue, and running on treadmills or wheels were not significantly altered and serum T.sub.3 and thyroid stimulating hormone levels were unaffected although T.sub.3 levels in tibialis anterior (TA) muscle were elevated and serum T.sub.4 was decreased. Crym tg mice had a decreased respiratory exchange ratio, corresponding to a 13.7% increase in fat utilization. Female Crym tg mice gained weight more rapidly than controls on high fat or high simple carbohydrate diets. Machine learning algorithms revealed morphological differences between Crym tg and control soleus fibers. RNA-seq and gene ontology enrichment analysis showed a shift towards genes associated with slower muscle function and β-oxidation. Therefore, high levels of μ-crystallin are associated with greater fat metabolism. These data indicate that Crym and μ-crystallin can be used as a treatment modality for diabetes and obesity.

Described, among other things, are dosage forms for administration to a subject, the dosage forms having at least six ingredients are selected are from the group consisting of clove powder, rutin, hesperidin, baicalin, sulforaphane, moringa leaf extract, rosmarinic acid, guava leaf extract, Panax notoginseng, EGCG, propolis, coriander extract, cardamom extract, cinnamaldehyde, chlorogenic acid, caper fruit, vescalagin, nutmeg extract, and naringenin. The dosage forms can serve as inhibitors of quorum sensing by infectious agents. The described combinations of selected natural products have the ability to inhibit quorum sensing. Quorum sensing is a means by which bacteria and viruses communicate with each other and induce virulence in the body. This combination of natural products is preferably included in nutraceutical formulations in order to promote human immune health.

Described, among other things, are dosage forms for administration to a subject, the dosage forms having at least six ingredients are selected are from the group consisting of clove powder, rutin, hesperidin, baicalin, sulforaphane, moringa leaf extract, rosmarinic acid, guava leaf extract, Panax notoginseng, EGCG, propolis, coriander extract, cardamom extract, cinnamaldehyde, chlorogenic acid, caper fruit, vescalagin, nutmeg extract, and naringenin. The dosage forms can serve as inhibitors of quorum sensing by infectious agents. The described combinations of selected natural products have the ability to inhibit quorum sensing. Quorum sensing is a means by which bacteria and viruses communicate with each other and induce virulence in the body. This combination of natural products is preferably included in nutraceutical formulations in order to promote human immune health.

The present invention relates to partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules. More particularly, the present invention relates to partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules for sustained release of an active ingredient. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules.

The present invention relates to partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules. More particularly, the present invention relates to partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules for sustained release of an active ingredient. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of the partially bio-based and bio-compatible polyurethane microcapsules.

Oral compositions comprising cinnamaldehyde, and methods or improving circulation and improving circulation by administering such compositions, are described. Methods and uses are describe that include the administration of an effective amount of the oral compositions to improve circulation and increasing nerve sensitization, while also resulting in improved balance, and reduced pain, numbness, and/or tingling in the hands and feet, as well as reduced restlessness, fatigue, and tiredness of the legs.

Oral compositions comprising cinnamaldehyde, and methods or improving circulation and improving circulation by administering such compositions, are described. Methods and uses are describe that include the administration of an effective amount of the oral compositions to improve circulation and increasing nerve sensitization, while also resulting in improved balance, and reduced pain, numbness, and/or tingling in the hands and feet, as well as reduced restlessness, fatigue, and tiredness of the legs.

Oral compositions comprising cinnamaldehyde, and methods or improving circulation and improving circulation by administering such compositions, are described. Methods and uses are describe that include the administration of an effective amount of the oral compositions to improve circulation and increasing nerve sensitization, while also resulting in improved balance, and reduced pain, numbness, and/or tingling in the hands and feet, as well as reduced restlessness, fatigue, and tiredness of the legs.

The treatment of human subjects exposed to, or potentially exposed to SARS-CoV-2 virus, or suffering from COVID-19, comprises the step of administering to the human subjects a multiple-component antiviral formulation comprising a curcumin component, harmine component, and isovanillin component, and/or variants thereof. The formulation may also be used to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 virus in cell-based assays or in the manufacture of antiviral medicaments.