The present invention relates to formulations comprising oligonucleotides of mammalian, avian, reptilian or plant, non-human DNA. The formulations may be food, beverage food, cosmetic or medicinal formulations. In one aspect, the oligonucleotides are present in the form of DNA-carrier complexes. Further provided are a kit comprising a formulation according to the invention and a method for producing the formulations of the invention. It is also envisaged that the formulations are used in personal lubricants or spice mixtures.