ふる里食効研究所 List of Products and Services

Our company primarily focuses on the development and sales of functional ingredients for health foods, but we also accept OEM planning for health food products. - I found interesting ingredients from my hometown, but I don't know how to utilize them. - I want to create a new product, but I don't know where to seek advice. If you are facing such product development concerns, please feel free to consult with us. We provide comprehensive support from planning and formulation decisions to manufacturing and delivery. 【OEM Process】 Hearing: We will listen to your requests regarding the product. 　↓ Ingredient and formulation consideration: We will propose formulations based on your requests. 　↓ Preliminary estimate 　↓ Prototype and monitoring: You can try the taste and experience. 　↓ Formal estimate 　↓ Manufacturing after order confirmation 　↓ Delivery

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This is a raw material that effectively utilizes the large amounts of "rice bran" generated during the manufacturing process of sake, a specialty product of Akita. This product is a dried powder material made from "rice bran" fermented using plant-based lactic acid bacteria, applying unique techniques from the sake brewery. - Functional raw material that leverages the rich nutrients of rice bran - Fermented material using plant-based lactic acid bacteria - The main ingredient is rice bran milled from sake brewing brown rice (100% Akita Prefecture rice) By incorporating 280mg of this raw material per day, it is possible to display functionality related to sleep. (Additionally, we recommend increasing the amount used.) [Health claims related to stress and fatigue] This product contains GABA. It has been reported that GABA has the function of alleviating temporary psychological stress and fatigue caused by work or study. We provide comprehensive support from product planning to notification for functional foods using this raw material. Please feel free to contact us.

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This is a raw material that effectively utilizes the large amounts of "rice bran" generated during the sake brewing process, a specialty product of Akita. This product is a dried powder material made from "rice bran" fermented using plant-based lactic acid bacteria, applying unique techniques from the sake brewery. - Functional raw material that leverages the rich nutrients of rice bran - Fermented material using plant-based lactic acid bacteria - The main ingredient is rice bran polished from sake brewing brown rice (100% Akita-grown rice) By incorporating this raw material at a dosage of 1000mg per day, it is possible to display functionality related to sleep. (Additional increases in dosage are recommended.) 【Health claims regarding sleep quality】 This product contains GABA. It has been reported that GABA has functions that help improve sleep quality (depth of sleep and refreshed awakening). We provide comprehensive support from product planning to notification for functional foods using this raw material. Please feel free to contact us.

• Food ingredients (powder)
• Food/beverage functional materials

This is a raw material that effectively utilizes the large amounts of "rice bran" generated during the sake brewing process, which is a specialty product of Akita. This product is a dried powder material made from "rice bran" fermented using plant-based lactic acid bacteria, applying unique techniques from the sake brewery. - Functional raw material that leverages the rich nutrients of rice bran - Fermented material using plant-based lactic acid bacteria - The main ingredient is rice bran milled from sake brewing brown rice (100% Akita rice) By incorporating 123mg of this raw material per day, it is possible to display functionality related to blood pressure. (Additionally, we recommend increasing the amount used.) 【Health claim related to blood pressure】 This product contains GABA. It has been reported that GABA has the function of lowering blood pressure in individuals with elevated blood pressure. We provide comprehensive support from product planning to notification for functional foods using this raw material. Please feel free to contact us.

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• Food/beverage functional materials

Nagasaki Prefecture is also a tea leaf production area, and high-quality tea is cultivated that is on par with neighboring Saga and Fukuoka Prefectures. However, the second and third flushes of tea are often left unharvested, becoming underutilized resources. Additionally, over 90% of the camellia forests in the Goto Islands are considered unused, with estimates of around 9 to 10 million trees. However, it has been found that camellia contains functional components such as saponins, and ways to utilize it have been explored. The combination of these two resources, the "second and third flush tea leaves" and "camellia leaves," has led to the creation of "Goto Camellia Tea." It has been confirmed to have effects such as: - Suppressing postprandial blood sugar level increases - Reducing postprandial blood triglyceride levels This domestic ingredient is gaining attention as a weight loss material. We can also provide information on processed products. Please feel free to contact us.

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"Soft-shelled turtle internal organ extract powder" is a food ingredient made from the edible parts of the internal organs that are discarded when processing soft-shelled turtles. Soft-shelled turtles have a long history of being consumed for their nutritional benefits, and they are still enjoyed today in dishes like soft-shelled turtle hot pot, as well as being widely used in nutritional drinks and supplements. Our company collects the internal organs, such as the liver, that are discarded during the processing of soft-shelled turtles and has developed an easy-to-use extract powder as a food ingredient. [Features] ■ Only domestically produced soft-shelled turtles are used ■ Rich in amino acids ■ Since it utilizes discarded parts, it can be promoted as an "upcycled ingredient," among other things *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Food ingredients (powder)

"Ranman GABA" is a functional ingredient containing 10% GABA, made from fermented rice bran produced in Akita Prefecture. It corresponds to functional foods with GABA as a functional component. This material addresses health claims such as "lowering high blood pressure," "relieving stress and fatigue," and "improving sleep quality." Please feel free to contact us if you are interested. 【Ingredient Specifications (Partial)】 ■ Ingredient: Rice bran ■ Color and Form: Light yellow powder ■ γ-Aminobutyric acid: 10,000mg/100g or more ■ Moisture: 10g/100g or less ■ Arsenic (As2O3): 2.0μg/100g or less ■ Heavy metals (Pb): 20μg/100g or less *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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• Food ingredients (powder)

This is a food ingredient made from the seeds discarded during the processing of Nanko plums, a specialty product of Wakayama Prefecture, which have been carbonized. Since it uses seeds from fresh plums, there is no concern about excessive salt intake.

• Food ingredients (powder)

"Ryukyu Vegetable Mix Powder" is a pre-mixed ingredient made by blending 16 types of traditional Okinawan vegetable powders, primarily focusing on Kwan-so and sugarcane. Due to the soil derived from uplifted coral, it is said to contain a rich amount of minerals compared to Honshu, and the vegetables grown there are also known to be highly nutritious. Made from ingredients sourced from Okinawa, which is renowned for health and longevity, please utilize this for creating distinctive products. [Features] ■ Blends 16 types of traditional Okinawan vegetable powders ■ Useful for creating distinctive products *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Supplement materials
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By fermenting domestically produced (Kyushu) burdock with wine yeast, not only is there an increase in polyphenols, but the reduction in molecular weight also enhances absorption capacity. Due to the fermentation process, the molecular weight of polyphenols decreases, allowing for higher absorption than usual. This raw material is sterilized and powdered burdock, making it suitable for various supplements (granules, tablets, etc.). 【Features】 ■ Increased polyphenol content compared to unfermented state ■ Higher absorption capacity expected than usual ■ Significant differentiation ■ Uses burdock from Miyazaki Prefecture (as of October 2016) *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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"Olive Leaf Matcha Powder" is made from 100% olive leaves grown in Shodoshima. It is cultivated without the use of pesticides, and the entire process from cultivation to harvesting and processing is carried out by the manufacturer, ensuring reliable traceability. In addition to being enjoyed as a vibrant green matcha, it can also be used as an ingredient in sweets, dishes, and supplements. 【Features】 ■ Produced in Shodoshima, Kagawa Prefecture ■ Patent obtained for the tea-making method using olive leaves ■ Reliable traceability ■ Cultivated without pesticides ■ Developed by a long-established soy sauce manufacturer in Shodoshima *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Supplement materials

"Q3MG Mulberry Leaf Sterilized Micro Powder K" is a material that has a low grassy odor and is easy to handle as a blending ingredient. In addition to 1-Deoxynojirimycin, it also contains Q3MG (Quercetin Malonyl Glucoside), which is expected to help not only with blood sugar management but also with anti-atherosclerosis. [Features] ■ Low grassy odor ■ Easy to handle as a blending ingredient ■ Naturally derived material ■ Caffeine-free ■ Allows for easy intake of dietary fiber *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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• Other food and beverage ingredients

The raw material is powdered Pu-erh tea leaves, which can be used in various supplements such as granules and tablets. We use tea leaves from Makinohara, Shizuoka Prefecture, and they are fermented in a dedicated factory (clean room), ensuring safety and security. Recently, a new component, a type of polyphenol called Theadenol A and B, has been discovered, which is expected to have functional benefits against diabetes and whitening effects. 【Features】 ■ Uses green tea from Shizuoka Prefecture ■ Safe and secure ■ Can be used for a wide range of applications We can also provide tea leaves (chips) before grinding. Please feel free to consult us. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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Elastin is one of the main components of the extracellular matrix. The amino acid composition of human elastin and elastin derived from pigs is extremely similar, and it is expected that consuming it can help replenish elastin, which decreases with age. It dissolves easily in water and is heat-resistant, making it widely usable as an ingredient in health foods such as drinks and supplements. 【Features】 ■ Easily dissolves in water ■ Heat-resistant ■ Usable for a wide range of applications *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

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