The present invention is for composition containing extract of Northern White Kidney Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), extract of Red Kidney Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) and extract of Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis ). This invention as a supplemental compound, aids in weight reduction both in overweight and obese individuals. This invention helps normal weight subjects in improving their quality of life by maintaining their normal weight. Included is also folic acid, (B.sub.6) and B.sub.12 and the whole supplement is bound by a vegetable matrix. The present invention is directed to methods for inducing weight loss by inhibit the absorption of dietary lipids and starch, increase the metabolic rate and decrease the amino acid homocysteine in the blood, an amino acid known to cause risk of heart disease, by administering a composition of the invention. Due to the content of the green tea extract this invention is also meant to reduce and prevent occurrence of gastrointestinal cancer and cancer of the prostate.

Composition for treating obesity comprising extract from white kidney beans, red kidney beans, and green tea leaves

The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing said Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. Said composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitizing the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated .omega.-3 fatty acids.

Indena S.p.A.

Formulations containing Cynara scolymus and Phaseolus vulgaris extracts which are useful in the treatment of obesity

The present invention relates to a Cynara scolymus extract with a high content of caffeoylquinic acids, and a composition containing said Cynara scolymus extract with a Phaseolus vulgaris extract. Said composition is useful in reducing obesity as it reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose by sensitising the cells to insulin. This combination, when taken before meals, reduces the appetite, leading to a reduction in body weight. The extracts are preferably formulated in Oenothera biennis oil, fish oil, or oils rich in unsaturated .omega.-3 fatty acids.

Disclosed are compositions containing: a) Phaseolus vulgaris extract; b) Cynara scolymus extract; c) Echinacea angustifolia extract; d) Vitis vinifera extract and optionally e) Panax ginseng extract, mixed with suitable excipients.

phaseolus/obesity

Composition for treating obesity comprising extract from white kidney beans, red kidney beans, and green tea leaves

Formulations containing Cynara scolymus and Phaseolus vulgaris extracts which are useful in the treatment of obesity

Formulations containing Cynara scolymus and Phaseolus vulgaris extracts which are useful in the treatment of obesity

Formulations for the treatment and prevention of obesity

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