Combinations of probiotic compositions are described which are beneficial for human hosts in reducing gas and bloating, stomach acidity, and constipation also capable of boosting the immune capacity. The compositions comprise blends including B. coagulans, B. subtilis, and B. clausii in combination with magnesium stearate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone. The combination probiotic compositions of the present invention behave in a synergistic manner in their nature of action both in-vitro and in-vivo. The combination probiotic compositions of the present invention are also very stable for comparatively greater amounts of time period.

A device insertable inline in a condensation drain line for preventing algae “plugs” from forming in the drain line. The device has an inlet, an outlet and a reaction chamber therebetween. A charge of algaecide is positioned with respect to the floor of the reaction chamber in a feed channel so that, as condensate enters the inlet of the reaction chamber and is diverted toward the algaecide the algae in the condensate can be killed. Additional flow diverters apply backflow to retain the condensate in contact with the algaecide momentarily before the condensate exist the device and is discharged to the environment.

The instant invention provides compositions, systems, and methods of attracting insects. The compositions comprise a carboxylic acid, an alcohol, a metallic base, an optional electrolyte, and an optional drying agent. The method of attracting insects comprises providing an insect catching device comprising a composition capable of releasing one or more gases to attract insects, and utilizing the insect catching device to catch the insects. capable of holding a container.

The instant invention provides compositions, systems, and methods of attracting insects. The compositions comprise a carboxylic acid, an alcohol, a metallic base, an optional electrolyte, and an optional drying agent. The method of attracting insects comprises providing an insect catching device comprising a composition capable of releasing one or more gases to attract insects, and utilizing the insect catching device to catch the insects. capable of holding a container.

Various antimicrobial hole wipes for bowling balls are disclosed. The hole wipe can be configured for use in sanitizing, disinfecting, or otherwise cleaning, the holes in a bowling ball. The hole wipe can comprise a body with an opening on an end that is configured to receive a user's finger. The hole wipe can be impregnated with an antimicrobial agent, such as an alcohol solution. The user can place the hole wipe on his or her finger and then place the hole wipe into the hole to treat substantially the entire surface area within the hole. The user can withdraw his or her finger and then remove and discard the hole wipe.

Various antimicrobial hole wipes for bowling balls are disclosed. The hole wipe can be configured for use in sanitizing, disinfecting, or otherwise cleaning, the holes in a bowling ball. The hole wipe can comprise a body with an opening on an end that is configured to receive a user's finger. The hole wipe can be impregnated with an antimicrobial agent, such as an alcohol solution. The user can place the hole wipe on his or her finger and then place the hole wipe into the hole to treat substantially the entire surface area within the hole. The user can withdraw his or her finger and then remove and discard the hole wipe.

Embodiments of the invention relate generally to disinfection and, more particularly, to methods, devices, and systems for disinfection of a space. In one embodiment, the invention provides a disinfecting system comprising: a disinfecting composition; and a device for producing a fog of the disinfecting composition, the fog comprising liquid droplets having diameters between about 0.5 micron and about 20 microns. In some embodiments, the invention includes a dehumidifying device for removing the fog of the disinfecting composition from the space.

Embodiments of the invention relate generally to disinfection and, more particularly, to methods, devices, and systems for disinfection of a space. In one embodiment, the invention provides a disinfecting system comprising: a disinfecting composition; and a device for producing a fog of the disinfecting composition, the fog comprising liquid droplets having diameters between about 0.5 micron and about 20 microns. In some embodiments, the invention includes a dehumidifying device for removing the fog of the disinfecting composition from the space.

Embodiments of the present invention pertain to antimicrobial glass compositions, glasses, and articles. The articles include a glass, which may include a glass phase and a cuprite phase. In other embodiments, the glasses include a plurality of Cu.sup.1+ ions, a degradable phase including B.sub.2O.sub.3, P.sub.2O.sub.5 and K.sub.2O, and a durable phase including SiO.sub.2. Other embodiments include glasses having a plurality of Cu.sup.1+ ions disposed on the surface of the glass and in the glass network and/or the glass matrix. The article may also include a polymer. The glasses and articles disclosed herein exhibit a 2 log reduction or greater in a concentration of at least one of Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and E. coli, under the EPA Test Method for Efficacy of Copper Alloy as a Sanitizer testing condition and under Modified JIS Z 2801 for Bacteria testing conditions.

Embodiments of the present invention pertain to antimicrobial glass compositions, glasses, and articles. The articles include a glass, which may include a glass phase and a cuprite phase. In other embodiments, the glasses include a plurality of Cu.sup.1+ ions, a degradable phase including B.sub.2O.sub.3, P.sub.2O.sub.5 and K.sub.2O, and a durable phase including SiO.sub.2. Other embodiments include glasses having a plurality of Cu.sup.1+ ions disposed on the surface of the glass and in the glass network and/or the glass matrix. The article may also include a polymer. The glasses and articles disclosed herein exhibit a 2 log reduction or greater in a concentration of at least one of Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacter aerogenes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and E. coli, under the EPA Test Method for Efficacy of Copper Alloy as a Sanitizer testing condition and under Modified JIS Z 2801 for Bacteria testing conditions.