METHODS FOR IMPROVING BRAIN DEVELOPMENT AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION USING BETA-HYDROXY-BETA-METHYLBUTYRATE

Title:

METHODS FOR IMPROVING BRAIN DEVELOPMENT AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION USING BETA-HYDROXY-BETA-METHYLBUTYRATE

Document Type and Number:

WIPO Patent Application WO/2012/112419

Kind Code:

A8

Abstract:

Disclosed are methods for enhancing neural function in an individual, such as an older adult. The methods include administering nutritional compositions comprising HMB to the individual. The nutritional compositions provide benefits for individuals that have or may be at risk of having cognitive decline, cognitive impairment, and neural dysfunction, typically resulting from cognitive diseases associated with neurodegenerative diseases.

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Inventors:

PEDROSA JOSE MARIA LOPEZ (ES)
MARTIN MANUEL MANZANO (ES)
PEREZ ALEJANDRO BARRANCO (ES)
GONZALEZ MARIA RAMIREZ (ES)
CABRERA RICARDO RUEDA (ES)

Application Number:

PCT/US2012/024817

Publication Date:

March 06, 2014

Filing Date:

February 13, 2012

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Assignee:

ABBOTT LAB (US)
PEDROSA JOSE MARIA LOPEZ (ES)
MARTIN MANUEL MANZANO (ES)
PEREZ ALEJANDRO BARRANCO (ES)
GONZALEZ MARIA RAMIREZ (ES)
CABRERA RICARDO RUEDA (ES)

International Classes:

A23L1/305

Attorney, Agent or Firm:

ENGLE, Mark R. et al. (3300 Stelzer RoadDept 108140 RP3-, Columbus Ohio, US)

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