Abstract: A novel finger vacuum apparatus comprises a syringe and a sealable food container. One best mode combines a syringe, a food container having a hole-like opening, and a fluid exchange connecter. The pulling of the plunge in a syringe directly makes a vacuum. Hypodermic injection adapter and flexible flap can be used to open and close a hole-like opening on a food container. This vacuum is useful for nursing mother, lightweight traveling, lunch box, energy saving, e.g., vacuum cooking under 100° C. after energy supply has been stopped, green house storage against aerobic bacteria, pressured aroma development, and for school as a education tool.

Abstract: A coffee-type beverage base is prepared by light roast method under 200° C. and originated from grain and legume. This coffee substitute has a pleasant aroma, and can be used as a carrier of nutritional supplement or herb therapy as well as an additive of coffee, tea, or chocolate. This novel drink is especially suitable for individuals who suffer from conditions making them coffee intolerant, e.g., pregnancy, or those who suffer form hypoglycemia, hypertension, arrhythmia, insomnia, or gastric irritation.