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US 6,599,538 B2Granted
High molecular weight extracts of Convolvulus arvensis (field bindweed) and Polygonum convolvulus (wild buckwheat)
AssigneeThe Center for the Improvement of Human Functioning, Int., Inc.
InventorsXiaolong Meng, Hugh D. Riordan, Neil H. Riordan
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Abstract
A bindweed and buckwheat extract is used to inhibit the growth of tumor cells, inhibit the growth of blood vessels, and enhance immune function. The bindweed and buckwheat extract requires minimal purification and produces a low toxicity anti-tumor and immuno-stimulating extract.
Claims8
A method for inhibiting blood vessel growth in a mammal comprising the steps of:
- administering an aqueous extract of a species of Convolvulus in an amount effective to slow or stop the growth of said blood vessels.
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