ASTROHOP™

PRODUCT DESCRIPITION

The major causes of requiring long-term care among individuals aged 65 and older are closely associated with sarcopenia and frailty, including:
・fractures and falls
・joint disorders
・age-related physical decline

Sarcopenia is influenced by multiple factors such as aging, inadequate nutrition, and physical inactivity.
Therefore, maintaining regular exercise and adequate protein intake is considered one of the key approaches to preventing sarcopenia—and ultimately reducing the risk of requiring long-term care.

ASTROHOP^TM(Hop extract fermentation product) was developed as a functional food ingredient to help realize Better Aging^TM.

■About 8-Prenylnaringenin(８PN)

8-Prenylnaringenin (8-PN) is a type of flavonoid found in hop cones.
Hops, an essential ingredient in beer brewing, have long been used as a herbal material and are known for various health benefits.
We discovered that a proprietary microorganism isolated by our company can efficiently produce 8-PN from other flavonoids present in hops.

■Functional Benefits of ASTROHOP™

The functional component of ASTROHOP™, 8-prenylnaringenin (8PN), circulates throughout the body and, with continuous intake, accumulates in tissues to exert its beneficial effects.
8PN is one of the metabolites produced when the flavonoid "xanthohumol", naturally found in hops, is metabolized by gut microbiota in the human intestine. As a functional food ingredient, it is expected to help support the suppression of age-related muscle atrophy.
Because it demonstrates functionality at low doses, ASTROHOP™ is a highly versatile ingredient that can be easily incorporated not only into supplements but also into beverages and a wide range of food products, making it a promising solution for muscle health support.

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