Archer Daniels awarded three patents for treatment of illnesses.Archer Daniels Midland The Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM), is a conglomeration based in Decatur, Illinois. ADMoperates more than 270 plants worldwide, where cereal grains and oilseeds are processed into numerous products used in food, beverage, nutraceutical, industrial and animal feed Company (Decatur, IL; 217-424-5413) announced that it has been awarded three United States patents that describe the use of concentrated isoflavones isoflavones (īˑ·sō·flāˈ·vōnz), n.pl phytoestrogenic compounds found in various plants, including red clover and soy. in combination with other plant-derived phytochemicals for the treatment of blood-related diseases, cancer and menopausal symptoms. The patents cover plant-derived compositions enriched with at least two phytochemicals from a group consisting of isoflavones, lignans, saponins saponins, n.pl glycosides from plants that foam in aqueous solutions. They contain adaptogenic, antiinflammatory, mucoprotective characteristics and can induce hemolysis. Also called sapogenins. , catechins and phenolic phe·no·lic adj. Of, relating to, containing, or derived from phenol. n. Any of various synthetic thermosetting resins, obtained by the reaction of phenols with simple aldehydes and used as adhesives. acids. "The unique combination of isoflavones with other natural-source compounds has potential to provide greater benefit than can be achieved from single uncombined compounds and may prove useful in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease Cardiovascular disease Disease that affects the heart and blood vessels. Mentioned in: Lipoproteins Test cardiovascular disease , reduction in hot flashes hot flashes Hot flush Gynecology A symptom afflicting 80-85% of middle-aged ♀, first occurring during the perimenopause, continuing with ↓ intensity for yrs, manifesting itself as transient waves of erythema and uncomfortable warmth beginning in the , and treatment of cancer," stated Tony DeLio, Corporate Vice President of Marketing and External Affairs. "They can be utilized in dietary supplements or added to foods to provide functional benefits." United States Patent 6,391,308, describes "Method of Preparing and Using Isoflavones for the Treatment of Blood-Related Illnesses." This patent covers a composition that is administered for cardiovascular medical conditions such as excessive bloodstream cholesterol, the risk of heart disease, abnormal blood lipid profiles, and abnormal vascular effects. The patent also claims a method of treating humans for a cardiovascular condition. United States Patent 6,395,279, describes "Method of Preparing and Using Isoflavones for the Treatment of Cancer." This patents covers a composition that is administered to provide treatment for cancer, especially for breast, prostate, skin, colon, urinary, and bladder cancer bladder cancer Malignant tumour of the bladder. The most significant risk factor associated with bladder cancer is smoking. Exposure to chemicals called arylamines, which are used in the leather, rubber, printing, and textiles industries, is another risk factor. . United States Patent 6,391,309, describes "Method of Preparing and Using Isoflavones for the Treatment of Female Symptoms." This patent covers a composition that is effective for treating such common menopausal symptoms as hot flashes, osteoporosis, sleep disorders, and vaginal dryness. In addition, the patent covers premenstrual syndrome or other problems relating to a reduction of sex hormones and to menstruation. Archer Daniels markets isoflavones under the brand name Novasoy. Novasoy is comprised of soy-derived isoflavones in combination with saponins and other concentrated phytochemicals. "These latest patents are part of a series which demonstrates our commitment to the discovery and development of plant-derived ingredients that promote health and well being," stated DeLio. "We continue to provide our customers with quality products backed by strong science to help them differentiate their products from competitors." Archer Daniels is a world leader in agricultural processing. The company is one of the world's largest processors of soybeans, corn, wheat and cocoa. Archer Daniels is also a leader in soy meal and oil, ethanol, high fructose fructose (frŭk`tōs), levulose (lĕv`yəlōs'), or fruit sugar, simple sugar found in honey and in the fruit and other parts of plants. corn syrup and flour. In addition, Archer Daniels is building a position in such value-added products as specialty food ingredients, bioproducts and nutraceuticals (such as Vitamin E and sterols sterols (ster´ôlz), n.pl steroids having one or more hydroxyl groups and no carbonyl or carboxyl groups (e.g., cholesterol). ). Archer Daniels has over 24,000 employees, 268 processing plants and net sales for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2002 of $23.5 billion. |
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