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US 6,180,099 B2Granted
Method of using immunoglobulin and fiber-containing compositions for human health
AssigneeMetagenics, Inc.
InventorStephen M. Paul
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AssigneeMetagenics, Inc.
InventorStephen M. Paul
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A composition for restoring and maintaining gastrointestinal health comprises 40-60% by weight of an immunoglobulin composition comprising concentrated immunologically active immunoglobulins and 40-60% by weight of soluble dietary fiber selected from inulin, fructo-oligosaccharides, pectin, guar gum, and mixtures thereof. The immunoglobulin and fiber-containing composition can optionally contain one or more of a beneficial human intestinal microorganism, components of a non-immune natural defense system, an iron-sequestering molecule, and gluconic acid. Preferred beneficial human intestinal microorganisms include lactobacilli and bifidobacteria. The immunologically active immunoglobulins are preferably purified from bovine milk, milk products, or whey. Methods of use are also described.
A method of restoring and maintaining gastrointestinal health comprising orally administering about 20 to about 400 mg of an immunoglobulin- and fiber-containing composition per kg of body weight comprising:
A method for bolstering the immune system comprising orally administering about 20 to about 400 mg of an immunoglobulin- and fiber-containing composition per kg of body weight comprising:
A method for bolstering the immune system of an individual comprising orally administering an immunoalobulin- and fiber-containing composition comprising:
The method of claim 104 wherein said immunoglobulin- and fiber-containing composition comprises about 0.02 to about 40 mg of a member selected from the group consisting of gluconic acid, its nutritionally acceptable salts, and mixtures thereof per kg of body weight.
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