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Here is an introduction to the differences between probiotics and biogenics. When consuming "live lactic acid bacteria" from dairy products or yogurt (probiotics), most of them are killed by stomach acid and bile before reaching the intestines, making it difficult for them to survive and reach the intestines. Even if they do reach the intestines, if they differ from the gut bacteria that are already present, they are often excreted as transient bacteria, making it quite challenging for them to proliferate and establish themselves in the gut. On the other hand, when consuming "lactic acid bacteria production substances (biogenics)," useful components are absorbed directly into the body without going through the gut flora, and they work directly on the body. They also help to normalize the balance of the gut flora. [Summary] ■ Probiotics: Most are killed by stomach acid and bile. Difficult to proliferate and establish in the intestines. ■ Biogenics: Improve the intestinal environment while directly absorbing useful components into the body. *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Long ago, it is said that the Buddha was healthy and fond of a food called "daigo" (manna) made from lactic acid bacteria. One of the texts related to daigo (manna) was a Sanskrit sutra that lay hidden in Dunhuang along the Silk Road. The precious document was discovered by the 22nd head priest of Nishi Honganji, who organized the Great Otani Expedition to the West. At the Otani Kōzui Agricultural Chemistry Research Institute in Dalian, China, they began the process of recreating that daigo (manna), which was actually 70 years ago. The method has been passed down through generations and now exists as a lactic acid bacteria product at the Kōei Scientific Research Institute. *For more details, you can view the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

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Kouei Scientific Research Institute focused not on the lactic acid bacteria themselves, but on the substances produced by lactic acid bacteria in the intestines. These are the lactic acid bacteria production substances. The substances produced by bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria residing in the intestines contribute to human health. Kouei Scientific Research Institute believes that supplementing the body with "lactic acid bacteria production substances," which are originally produced by lactic acid bacteria in the human intestines, supports the individual's healthy "intestinal capacity," separate from consuming live lactic acid bacteria. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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It is desirable for the "gut flora" to always be dominated by beneficial bacteria. However, maintaining a gut environment with a predominance of beneficial bacteria is not an easy task due to aging and modern dietary habits. So, what can be done? Here, we will explain the connection between gut flora and lactic acid bacteria production substances, which may provide some hints. The lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria residing in the gut flora produce components that contribute to human health on a daily basis. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Some foods have a function for regulating physical condition (health management) in addition to being sources of nutrients and indulgences. The "regulatory function for physical condition" refers to the various actions that work towards regulating human physical condition and promoting health, essentially serving as a regulatory function for human life activities. Foods that possess such "regulatory functions for physical condition" are called functional foods. In the research of intestinal flora, functional foods are classified into probiotics, prebiotics, and "biogenics" based on their mechanisms of action. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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Why are lactic acid bacteria production substances good for the body? How do they differ from lactic acid bacteria? Is it better the more you consume? What about safety? Here are some representative questions that we frequently receive along with their answers. *For detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more details.*

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Since a 19th-century Russian scholar drew attention to the relationship between yogurt and health, research on lactic acid bacteria in our country has made remarkable progress. Here, I will clearly outline the journey leading to the discovery of lactic acid bacterial products. To begin with, I would like to briefly trace the history and origins of yogurt. Throughout human history, fermented milk has been produced in various parts of the world, contributing to the health of the local people. It is likely that during the development of pastoral cultures, the accidental natural fermentation of milk, possibly due to bacteria entering a barrel, led to the creation of a sour drink. *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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I will introduce the differences between lactic acid bacteria and lactic acid bacterial metabolites. Lactic acid bacteria are a "general term for bacteria" that produce energy by breaking down sugars to produce "lactic acid." They refer to those that meet definitions such as "highly safe bacteria that do not produce toxic substances" and "do not form spores." In contrast, lactic acid bacterial metabolites are not live bacteria. Lactic acid bacterial metabolites are created based on the idea that consuming substances metabolized by beneficial bacteria originally found in the intestines can contribute to health. [Definition of Lactic Acid Bacteria] - Shape: Rod-shaped or cylindrical "bacilli" or spherical "cocci" - Glucose metabolism: Metabolizes and excretes 50% of ingested glucose as lactic acid - Gram staining: Shows a positive reaction - Catalase reaction: Shows a negative reaction - Motility: Does not move on its own - Safety: Highly safe bacteria that do not produce toxic substances - Presence of spores: Does not form spores *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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Bacteria produce various substances during the processes of fermentation and metabolism. Among these, the components produced by beneficial bacteria in the intestines, such as bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria, are referred to as "lactic acid bacteria production substances." They are also known as "lactic acid bacteria metabolic products," literally referring to the "substances (metabolic products) produced by lactic acid bacteria." Originally, the substances produced by bacteria are a familiar presence for humans. In fact, our intestines have been inhabited by numerous intestinal bacteria since shortly after birth, and through their unique activities, they continuously produce substances every day. Not limited to lactic acid bacteria, bacteria release various substances into the environment from the time they are born until they die, and these are called "metabolic products." *For more detailed information, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for further inquiries.*

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"Fine Flora 16 (FF16)" is a powdered lactic acid bacteria product made from 35 strains of 16 carefully selected lactic acid bacteria, which is neither "live bacteria" nor "dead bacteria (sterilized)." Since it is a product fermented in an environment similar to that of the human gut, it can be easily absorbed by those whose gut flora balance is disrupted and who cannot obtain metabolites from beneficial bacteria, thus offering potential gut improvement effects. 【Features】 ■ Metabolites can be quickly absorbed into the body ■ Gut improvement effects ■ Skin improvement effects ■ Uses 16 types and 35 strains of lactic acid bacteria ■ Safe and secure *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

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"Lactic Acid Bacteria Production Substance Extract S Liquid" is an extract containing metabolites fermented from 16 types of 35 strains of lactic acid bacteria carefully selected by our company. Since this product is fermented in an environment similar to that of the human gut, it can be quickly absorbed by individuals whose intestinal flora balance is disrupted and who cannot obtain metabolites from beneficial bacteria, thus offering potential intestinal improvement effects. Additionally, the soy milk used for lactic acid bacteria fermentation is made from domestically produced, pesticide-free soybeans. 【Features】 ■ Metabolites can be quickly absorbed by the body ■ Intestinal improvement effects ■ Moisturizing effects ■ Uses 16 types of 35 strains of lactic acid bacteria ■ Safe and secure *For more details, please request materials or view the PDF data available for download.

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