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The origins of Mother's Day: A global holiday born from gratitude

The second Sunday of May is known as "Mother's Day" in Japan, a special day to express daily gratitude to mothers. There are various ways to celebrate Mother's Day, such as giving carnations, writ...

Not just gluten-free! The wonderful benefits of rice flour sweets

Recently, rice flour sweets have become popular in cafes and sweets shops. They have a certain image of being healthy, but what are their actual benefits? In this article, we will explore the appe...

The mechanism by which humans perceive sweetness

Many people feel that eating sweet things makes them happy. However, our ability to sense sweetness involves an intricate mechanism that links the brain and body. ① The taste buds on the tongue...

If you're on a diet, we recommend almond chocolate!

When you hear the word almond chocolate, many people may imagine it to be sweet and likely to make you fat. However, in fact, if you eat it in moderation, it can be used as a snack that won't make...

About Gestational Diabetes

What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition that affects approximately 10% of pregnant women. Women who were not diabetic before pregnancy are diagnosed wit...

The unexpected beginning of White Day

Following Valentine's Day, here's a little story about White Day. We'll tell you about the surprising origins of White Day. White Day is a well-known event in Japan and some other Asian countries ...