| abstract |
Embodiments of the present invention provide processes for preparing thymus extracts and plant or fungal extracts, and more particularly provide compositions (Thyex-1-6A and -6B) produced in accordance with said processes, and methods for treatment of various conditions comprising administration of said compositions including but not limited to impaired physical vigor or aptitude, and aging and/or age-related conditions (arthritis, mobility deficits, loss of appetite, etc.). Additional aspects provide methods for building muscle mass, for reducing exercise recovery period, or for sustaining exercise intensity. Particular aspects relate to preparation of Houttuynia cordata extracts and the use of those extracts as an anti-emetic and/or anti-nausea treatment for a subject in need thereof. |