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Patent Number:
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WO/2008/085841
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Inventors:
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WILKES, Richard, S. [US/US]; Monsanto Company, 800 North Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63167 (US).
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Applicant:
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MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY, LLC [US/US]; 800 North Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63167 (US) (All Except US).
WILKES, Richard, S. [US/US]; Monsanto Company, 800 North Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63167 (US).
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Publication Date:
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17/07/2008
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Application Number:
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PCT/US2008/000052
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Filed:
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03/01/2008
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The present invention relates to the improvement of food items through the increased utilization of plant-derived stearidonic acid. Many long chain fatty acids have been classified as being Omega 3 and have been shown to provide several health benefits, including heart health. According to the current invention plant-derived stearidonic acid (18:4?3) has been incorporated into a wide range of food products by using either oil or flour processed from soybeans with enhanced levels of stearidonic acid. These foods range from oil-based products (salad dressing, mayonnaise) to dairy products (milk, cheese) to prepared foods (entrees, side dishes). In addition to improved health benefits the current invention provides food rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that have enhanced storage and/or shelf life characteristics.
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