The invention discloses preparations for use in enhancing formation of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in a subject for treating or preventing a disease or disorder comprising at least one omega-3 fatty acid salt having an organic counter ion selected from lysine, arginine, ornithine, choline and mixtures of the same, wherein the omega-3 fatty acid is selected from eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and a colon-specific delivery system.

Disclosed herein are therapeutic compositions and nutritional supplements comprising probiotic mixtures and sleep-support ingredients, and a method of treating digestive discomfort and sleep problems comprising administering an effective amount of a therapeutic composition comprising a probiotic component and a sleep support component. According to embodiments, therapeutic compositions for improved digestion are provided comprising: a probiotic component, comprising: at least one of Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, and Lactobacilus paracasei; and a sleep support component, comprising: at least one of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), valerian root extract, and melatonin. The therapeutic compositions are effective in treating both sleep disorders and digestive discomfort.

Disclosed herein are therapeutic compositions and nutritional supplements comprising probiotic mixtures and sleep-support ingredients, and a method of treating digestive discomfort and sleep problems comprising administering an effective amount of a therapeutic composition comprising a probiotic component and a sleep support component. According to embodiments, therapeutic compositions for improved digestion are provided comprising: a probiotic component, comprising: at least one of Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus rhamnosus, and Lactobacilus paracasei; and a sleep support component, comprising: at least one of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), valerian root extract, and melatonin. The therapeutic compositions are effective in treating both sleep disorders and digestive discomfort.

The present invention relates to a composition comprising a Tenebrionidae larva extract for improving a bowel movement function.

The present invention relates to a composition comprising a beetle larva or an extract thereof for improving a bowel movement function or for alleviating constipation.

The invention concerns composition comprising 2′-fucosyllactose for use in the treatment of virus induced diarrhea.

Provided are compositions comprising at least one organism of a strain of the order Clostridiales and methods of use thereof for protecting against an infection, such as a viral, protozoal or fungal infection in an animal. Also provided are methods for improving hatchability of an egg under contaminated conditions by protecting against infection of an avian in ovo.

Methods for treatment of chronic liver disease and reversing liver fibrosis are provided. These treatments may be achieved using a medical food composition. The medical food is configured specifically for those having chronic liver disease to provide for specific nutritional requirements caused by the chronic liver disease. Testing of the treated patient allows for tracking of progress and to determine if the liver fibrosis is reversed.

Methods for treatment of chronic liver disease and reversing liver fibrosis are provided. These treatments may be achieved using a medical food composition. The medical food is configured specifically for those having chronic liver disease to provide for specific nutritional requirements caused by the chronic liver disease. Testing of the treated patient allows for tracking of progress and to determine if the liver fibrosis is reversed.

The present invention relates to a liquid composition for enriching aqueous or hydro-alcoholic food, cosmetic and/or dermatological products. The invention also relates to the use of said liquid composition and to the method for producing said liquid composition.