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A passion for life drives us forward. By unlocking the power of amino acids, Ajinomoto Group contributes
to greater wellness for people worldwide. Explore our untold stories of becoming a solution-providing group of companies for food and health issues.
Get the rest you deserve: glycine can help you enjoy deeper, healthier sleep
Some people wake up feeling refreshed and energetic. Others still feel tired after many hours of sleep. Why is that? ...
Never too late to improve QOL: fighting muscle loss
Japan’s average life expectancy at birth is 83.7 years—the highest in the world! The main reasons are thought to be ...
Amino acids can be a beautiful barrier that builds confidence
Whether it’s just a simple smile, a wave, a handshake, or a kiss, healthy skin helps people feel positive about ...
Enjoying longevity: umami helps seniors eat better
Food is one of life’s great pleasures. For millennia, young and old, families and friends, have gathered around communal tables ...
Happier cows and people: how AjiPro®-L boosts milk production
Cow’s milk. We pour it over our morning bowl of cereal. We add it to our tea or coffee. It ...
Making the inedible edible to expand global food supply
If you like to cook from scratch, you’ve probably noticed how much gets thrown away. Stems, seeds, leaves, skin—all end ...
Sustainable sourcing: skipjack tuna for future generations
Grilled, seared, fried, or canned, skipjack tuna is enjoyed worldwide in myriad ways. But perhaps nowhere does it play a ...
Starting over: reprogramming cells in regenerative medicine
Dr. Shinya Yamanaka began his career as an orthopedic surgeon but realized that even talented surgeons could not cure intractable ...
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