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"Profec(R)" is a prebiotic material that operates through a mechanism different from oligosaccharides and dietary fibers. Due to the effects of the active ingredient DHNA, it has been reported to specifically increase bifidobacteria, leading to improvements in bowel movements and reduction of stool odor. 【Features】 ■ Activates and specifically increases bifidobacteria in the intestines ■ Effective dose is "6.6μg or more per day," showing effects with a small amount ■ Non-fermentable material that does not fall under FODMAP ■ When used in combination with Meioligo(R), it further efficiently increases bifidobacteria *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

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The "New Mineral Blend N-7" is a mineral yeast product made by refining and blending bread yeast that contains various trace minerals. With approximately 1.5g of this product, you can intake a balanced amount of trace minerals set by the sixth revision of the dietary requirements. It can be used for foods aimed at children in their growth period, the elderly, as well as for beauty and diet products. 【Features】 ■ Rich in various trace minerals ■ Meets the standard requirements with an intake of about 1.5g ■ High safety and extensive food experience *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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"Whey Calcium" is a natural calcium rich in minerals that values the image of nature and health associated with milk. Since it is made from milk, it pairs particularly well with dairy products and maintains the image of food. Additionally, it contains a variety of minerals derived from whey, such as phosphorus and magnesium, in abundance alongside calcium. [Features] - Contains over 26% milk-derived minerals, especially calcium - Safe because it is made from milk *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Meioligo" is a functional oligosaccharide, specifically fructooligosaccharide, developed in 1979 with the aim of creating a new sweetener that does not cause tooth decay. It improves the intestinal flora, which can easily change due to age, diet, physical condition, and stress. As a prebiotic, it helps maintain a dominance of beneficial bacteria such as bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria. Furthermore, it promotes the absorption of minerals. 【Features】 ■ Less likely to cause tooth decay ■ Low-calorie and effective for weight loss ■ Indigestible, so it is not absorbed in the stomach or small intestine ■ Does not raise blood sugar levels ■ Helps regulate digestive health *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Meiji Polyglutamic Acid" is a functional food material product that is purely extracted from the culture fluid of natto bacteria, containing only polyglutamic acid. It is a water-soluble natural polymer with a molecular weight of approximately 1 million, consisting of multiple glutamic acids linked by γ-glutamyl bonds. It can be used in various foods, including dry mouth relief, prevention of dryness during exercise, and caregiving foods. [Features] - Saliva secretion promotion - Calcium absorption enhancement - Moisturizing effect - Texture improvement *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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"Meiji Fucoidan" is a functional food material product made from Okinawan mozuku, a specialty species rich in viscosity, found in the waters from Iriomote Island to Amami Oshima, which contains a large amount of fucoidan. It has a structure of a high molecular polysaccharide with fucose as the basic unit and some uronic acid bound to it. [Features] - Effect of preventing the adhesion of Helicobacter pylori to gastric epithelial cells - Protective and restorative effects on gastric mucosa - Water-soluble brown powder with a slight unique flavor and saltiness of seaweed - Over 80% fucoidan *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"BN Clean" is a bio-agent developed with the aim of improving our surrounding environment, such as kitchens and toilets. It contains safe and harmless microorganisms (BN bacteria/Bacillus subtilis BN1001) that break down bad odors and fats. When used in places like waste disposal facilities and kitchen sinks, it reduces and decomposes fats in drainage and grease traps, preventing bad odors and blockages in drainage pipes. **Features of BN Bacteria** - Secretes fat-decomposing enzyme lipase outside the bacterial cell to reduce fats. - Secretes bio-surfactants (microbial-derived surfactants) to emulsify fats. - Inhibits the growth of odor-causing microorganisms. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*

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• Deodorizing and anti-odor products
• Deodorant

"Meiji Dolomite" is a food-grade material processed from dolomite rock through fine grinding and other treatments. It contains calcium and magnesium in an ideal balance (2:1), taking into account not only calcium but also the balance with magnesium. [Features] - Fine grinding of dolomite rock formed from ancient marine organisms deposited on the seabed - Contains calcium and magnesium in an ideal balance (2:1) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Meiji Sherpa Powder" is a natural food additive made from scallop shells. The white powder, refined into a fine powder form, is a groundbreaking product that has successfully achieved ultra-fine particle size of 600 mesh without being calcined. The main component is calcium carbonate. 【Features】 ■ Made from natural mineral source scallop shells ■ Fine powder in a smooth, flowing form ■ Easy to mix into any food as a calcium fortifier ■ 1.6g of this product can provide the daily calcium requirement of 600mg *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Meiji Coral Calcium" is a natural, unburned calcium obtained from the weathered material of reef corals selected and finely powdered from clean marine areas. In addition to calcium, it is also rich in minerals such as magnesium, iron, potassium, and phosphorus. [Features] ■ Easy to use due to its fine powder ■ Porous, tasteless, and odorless white powder ■ When applied to beverages and desserts that value texture, it has minimal grittiness *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Meiji Cassis Polyphenol (AC10)" is a powder that concentrates the anthocyanins found in blackcurrants, offering a sweet and sour berry flavor. It has been reported to help suppress temporary myopia and improve peripheral blood circulation. It combines research data proving health and beauty benefits with great taste, making it suitable for various foods, including health supplements, dairy products, confections, and beverages. 【Features】 ■ Easily dissolves in water ■ Appears red-purple in acidic conditions and purple in neutral conditions ■ Excellent stability in powder and oil ■ In aqueous solutions, stability improves under acidic conditions (pH 3 or lower) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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"Oligo and Acacia" is a functional food material product that combines oligosaccharides, pioneered by Meioligo, with acacia fiber (water-soluble dietary fiber) to achieve the characteristics of being "non-sticky" yet "easily dissolvable." It has become easier to use in moisture-sensitive foods, including health foods. 【Features】 ■ Non-sticky ■ Synergistic prebiotic effect (improvement of gut flora) ■ Dissolves well in cold water *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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We offer food ingredients that contribute to health, manufactured based on the extensive know-how cultivated through the Meiji Group's food and pharmaceutical business. Ingredients such as Meioligo and cassis polyphenols, backed by reliable data, are also adopted in various specific health foods. [Listed Items] ■ Functional food ingredients for digestive health, beauty effects, calcium absorption promotion, etc. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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