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Compositions containing psyllium

US5173296A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 25, 1992
Grant dateDec 22, 1992
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Expiry dateMar 25, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23G2200/14
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to marzipan-like compositions comprising psyllium fiber and almond paste, and the use of these compositions as laxatives and/or for cholesterol reduction benefits. The compositions are a convenient, portable, highly palatable, and well tolerated dosage form for administering psyllium fiber.

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