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Compositions and methods for body weight management

US8287898B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 3, 2005
Grant dateOct 16, 2012
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Expiry dateDec 16, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23V2002/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention is for compositions and methods for managing the body weight of a subject using said compositions. Weight management, particularly weight gain and loss, is effectuated by producing a sensation of satiety in said subjects. The method of managing body weight includes administering the composition prior to food consumption, concurrent with food consumption, as replacement for food consumption and combinations thereof.

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