Methods for preventing weight loss, reduction in weight gain, and anorexia due to immune stimulation
US5430066A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 29, 2012 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2400/173
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Animal feed or human food which contains added conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) can enhance growth and prevent anorexia and weight loss due to immune stimulation (e.g., endotoxin exposure) and the adverse effects of catabolic hormones (i.e., IL-1). Methods of treatment using CLA also are disclosed.
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