Global Research For Local Nutrition: Strong Commitment To Improve The Quality Of Life Of Indonesian Children

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JAKARTA - KALEBE Nutritionals, through its research division, the KALBE Nutritionals Research Center, together with the Morinaga Research Center Japan, strengthens its commitment to providing the best research-based nutrition that has been tested for the needs of Indonesian children. With more than 100 years of experience, the Morinaga Research Center Japan has been a pioneer in research and essential nutritional innovation that supports the optimal growth and development of children. Utilizing advanced technology and extensive expertise in the nutrition sector, the Morinaga Research Center Japan focuses on research to improve product quality in order to meet the highest standards and consumer confidence in Indonesia.

This work is not only limited to nutritional formulations that meet children's physical and cognitive needs, but also to in-depth research related to immunity and digestive health. Morinaga Research Center Japan, which has long conducted research on probiotics, presents science-based solutions that are able to increase children's immune system and support the optimal growth and development of Indonesian children. Products from this innovation are then produced.

"We understand the importance of quality and nutrition security that is tailored to the needs of Indonesian children. Through in-depth research collaboration with the Morinaga Research Center Japan, we not only bring world-class nutritional innovations but also adapt them according to the local context to ensure that every product provides the best benefits for Indonesian children," said Andy Chendra, President Director of PT KALBE Morinaga Indonesia.

Nutrition is one of the important pillars in the growth and development of children. Fulfillment of nutrition that is in accordance with the development stage of children's age is the basis for the formation of children who are active and intelligent according to their potential. However, one of the main challenges faced is exposure to the source of disease from the environment. Therefore, it is important to focus on strengthening the immune system or the child's immune system.

To provide safe, healthy, taste-favored nutritional products, and maintain consumer confidence, the Morinaga Research Center Japan consistently develops research and innovation in the nutritional sector such as lactoferin content, proteins found naturally in milk, and bifidobacteria to ensure their products meet their needs in every phase of life. Understanding the importance of maximum nutritional intake, Morinaga Milk Industry Japan through its research team is one of the first to conduct research on protein milk with a focus on protein quality based on the absorption rate of each type of amino acid or DIAAS (DIGestible Indispensable Amino Acid Score).

Decee Aryani, Head of Innovation and Development Center of KALBE Nutritionals explained, We use cutting-edge technology to produce innovative formulas, one of which is through the latest innovations in the use of probiotics, including triple bifidus, to help maintain children's digestive health. Probiotics, which can naturally be found in the human body, help maintain the stability and balance of bacteria in the digestive system, maintain the body's immune system so that it can help reduce the potential for infection. Triple bifidus combines three types of human reverse biphobic (HRB) probiotics to maintain digestive health so that the child's immune system also increases.

Research results implemented through a series of products from KALBE Morinaga Indonesia show the company's commitment to protecting children's health by strengthening endurance during its growth period, ensuring that children can grow and develop optimally. It is a matter of pride for KALEB Nutritionals and Morinaga Milk Industry Japan to produce this formula in Indonesia, with the composition and content of active materials tailored to meet children's needs in Indonesia," added Decee Aryani.

The need for understanding of the local context is always fully realized, so that product adjustments are always made to market needs in Indonesia. Product research and innovation are always initiated by the KALBE Nutritionals Research Center in Indonesia by considering the nutritional needs of children and domestic regulations, because the company is fully aware that interactions between biological factors and environmental exposure will determine children's nutritional needs. In addition, both of them have a major influence in efforts to optimize growth and development while reducing potential growth and infection disorders in children. This development was then continued with the Yorianaga Research Center Japan to harmonize the formula. In addition, various experts from Indonesia are routinely trained at the Morinaga Milk Industry facility Japan to ensure the transfer of production technology as well as a good quality control system.

Through decades of experience, these parties created a healthy and intelligent generation of Platinum. The focus is on children's nutritional health, especially in the first 1000 very crucial days, realized through science-based research that meets national and international standards. This commitment is also in line with government programs in fulfilling children's nutrition.

"We always prioritize quality for the bright future of Indonesian children and also always maintain close communication with Morinaga Milk Industry Japan to ensure that each product has gone through double quality control, both from Indonesian and global standards," concluded Decee Aryani, emphasizing that their vision for the bright future of Indonesian children.