Abstract: Provided is a package body having a laminated film. The laminated film includes a recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) layer; a first thermoplastic resin layer; a barrier layer disposed between the recycled PET layer and the first thermoplastic resin layer, the barrier layer being a metal foil layer or a metal-coated resin layer; and a second thermoplastic resin layer located between the recycled PET layer and the barrier layer, and being in direct contact with the barrier layer.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides peptides comprising a motif having four amino acids, wherein each of the amino acids at N-terminus and C-terminus of the sequence independently has a same or different positively charged side chain, and each of the amino acids between the N-terminal and C-terminal of the motif independently has a same or different uncharged side chain. The present disclosure surprisingly found that these peptides have advantageous effects in inhibiting or decreasing collagen breakdown, increasing production of collagen, elastin and/or hyaluronic acid, retarding aging, improving skin and inhibiting inflammation.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit, and a method for reducing lipid accumulation by using the extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit. The extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit includes tetramethylisoscutellarein.

Abstract: An automatic nucleic acid detection system and a method thereof are disclosed. The automatic nucleic acid detection method includes: performing, by an automatic control subsystem, on a nucleic acid extraction machine platform, a nucleic acid extraction on one or more specimens in a sample tray to generate one or more corresponding nucleic acids in the sample tray; distributing, by the automatic control subsystem, on a nucleic acid distribution machine platform, the nucleic acid in each hole of the sample tray and a first reagent into a plurality of holes of a detection tray, wherein the number of holes of the detection tray is greater than that of the sample tray; and performing, by the automatic control subsystem, on a nucleic acid detection machine platform, a nucleic acid detection on the detection tray.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a fermentation product of Punica granatum and methods for regulating expression of MMP gene, TIMP gene and COL4A4 gene, promoting collagen production, and anti-aging by using the fermentation product of Punica granatum.

Abstract: A power device with self-health status prediction function and a self-health status prediction method thereof and a cloud server suitable for a plurality of power devices are provided. The power device is configured to obtain a health index prediction model and a health prediction index threshold of the power device from the cloud server through a communication module thereof, and is configured to put a plurality of obtained sensing data and basic information of the power device into the health index prediction model to obtain a health prediction index. The power device is also configured to obtain a health status prediction data of the power device according to a comparison result between the health prediction index and the health prediction index threshold, so as to perform a follow-up process. Wherein the health index prediction model is constructed and trained by the cloud server by way of machine learning.

Abstract: A power device with self-health status prediction function and a self-health status prediction method thereof and a cloud server suitable for a plurality of power devices are provided. The power device is configured to obtain a health index prediction model and a health prediction index threshold of the power device from the cloud server through a communication module thereof, and is configured to put a plurality of obtained sensing data and basic information of the power device into the health index prediction model to obtain a health prediction index. The power device is also configured to obtain a health status prediction data of the power device according to a comparison result between the health prediction index and the health prediction index threshold, so as to perform a follow-up process. Wherein the health index prediction model is constructed and trained by the cloud server by way of machine learning.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container, a package, a production system, and a distribution system. The container comprises a first identification and a second identification. The first identification is unique for identifying the container and is not exposed. The second identification is unique for identifying the container and is accessible. The second identification is different from the first identification. The second identification is associated with the first identification. The distribution system comprises a processor and a memory. The memory includes instructions causing the processor to perform operations.

Abstract: A live bacteria-containing particulate is provided, wherein the particulate comprises a bacterial strain, a first covering layer, and a second covering layer, and wherein the first covering layer is in-between the cell membrane and cell wall of the bacterial strain and the bacterial strain is dispersed in the second covering layer. A method of preparing a live bacteria-containing particulates is also provided, wherein the method comprises the following steps: (a) subjecting a bacterial strain to a three-stage fermentation to obtain a fermentation broth; (b) concentrating the fermentation broth to provide a concentrated bacterial solution; (c) mixing the concentrated bacterial solution with a protective agent; and (d) drying the mixture to provide live bacteria-containing particulates.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit, and a method for reducing lipid accumulation by using the extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit. The extract of early-harvested Citrus reticulata fruit includes tetramethylisoscutellarein.

Abstract: A hose adapter may include an outer tube, an inner tube, a hose connector, and a hose. An inner peripheral ring protrudes from the inner periphery of the outer tube while an expanding ring portion protrudes from the outer periphery of an end of the inner tube. The outer periphery of the inner tube further has a first peripheral recess, a second peripheral recess, and a first outer thread, and a first O-ring and a second O-ring are respectively disposed on the first peripheral recess and the second peripheral recess. The inner tube is inserted into the outer tube, and the expanding ring portion is abutted against the inner peripheral ring, and the first O-ring is coupled between the outer tube and the inner tube while the second O-ring and the first outer thread are adapted to pass through and be exposed out of the outer tube.

Abstract: The present invention provides a use of herb ferment for preparing a composition for preventing and/or treating obesity; wherein, the herb is Abelmoschus esculentus. The fermentation process of the present invention can enhance the content of total polysaccharide in the herb ferment, and effectively increase the amylase inhibition rate and the glucosidase inhibition rate of the herb ferment to effectively inhibit the decomposition and absorption of starch and glucoside. The herb ferment of the present invention can also effectively reduce the blood glucose of subjects after meals, and can effectively reduce the body weight, BMI value, waist circumference, visceral fat, average whole body fat percentage, and average body fat percentage, and can be effectively used to regulate blood glucose and blood lipids for weight loss. The herb ferment is prepared by fermenting the herb extract to yeast and lactic acid bacteria.

Abstract: A live bacteria-containing particulate is provided, wherein the particulate comprises a bacterial strain, a first covering layer, and a second covering layer, and wherein the first covering layer is in-between the cell membrane and cell wall of the bacterial strain and the bacterial strain is dispersed in the second covering layer. A method of preparing a live bacteria-containing particulates is also provided, wherein the method comprises the following steps: (a) subjecting a bacterial strain to a three-stage fermentation to obtain a fermentation broth; (b) concentrating the fermentation broth to provide a concentrated bacterial solution; (c) mixing the concentrated bacterial solution with a protective agent; and (d) drying the mixture to provide live bacteria-containing particulates.

Abstract: Use of at least one of the following compounds of formula (I) to formula (III) is provided: Provided is a composition comprising a fermentation product of lotus leaf-hawthorn extract that can provide at least one of the above compounds of formula (I) to formula (III), and also provided is a method for preparing the fermentation product of lotus leaf-hawthorn extract.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an emulsified liposome composition and a method for preparing the emulsified liposome composition. The emulsified liposome composition includes a lecithin, wherein the lecithin includes a phosphatidylcholine, and the amount of the phosphatidylcholine in the lecithin is 25% to 40%. Through the emulsified liposome composition of the present disclosure, the liposome has a small particle diameter, so that it can penetrate into the deep layer of the skin quickly and deeply. Through the moisturizing or anti-oxidant active ingredient encapsulated in the emulsified liposome composition, the emulsified liposome composition has skin moisturizing and anti-oxidation effect, and can be widely used in products regarding maintenance, make-up, and sun-checking.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for reducing the content of heavy metals in blood and improving the pulmonary function using green pear fruitlet extract. The green pear fruitlet extract can effectively reduce the content of harmful heavy metals in human body to prevent the harmful effects of heavy metals, and improve forced vital capacity and the peak expiratory flow of humans to reduce the respiratory resistance and increase the expiratory flow. The green pear fruitlet extract is prepared by extracting green pear fruitlet using water, alcohol, or a mixture of water and alcohol as a solvent.

Abstract: The present invention provides an Actinidia chinensis Planch ferment and the use thereof in a composition for increasing the antioxidant activity, increasing the anti-glycation activity, increasing the activity of proteolytic enzymes, improving the gastrointestinal dyspepsia, and increasing the gastrointestinal flora diversity. The Actinidia chinensis Planch ferment can increase the normal function of the gastrointestinal tract, maintain the normal function of the immune system, delay the progression of chronic diseases and aging, and increase the gastrointestinal digestive function to achieve the maintaining of the normal function of the intestinal tract. The Actinidia chinensis Planch ferment is prepared by fermenting the Actinidia chinensis Planch extracts to yeast, lactic acid bacteria and acetic acid bacteria for the three-staged fermentation.

Abstract: A use of Chenopodium formosanum (Djulis) extract for resisting oxidation and improving skin condition. In particular, the Chenopodium formosanum (Djulis) extract is obtained with an aqueous solvent. The skin condition improved includes skin color, skin wrinkles, skin hydration, and skin texture.

Abstract: A method for protecting skin is provided. The method comprises administering to a subject in need a composition, wherein the composition comprises an effective amount of a Camellia sinensis callus extract, and the extract is a polar solvent extract of calluses of Camellia sinensis leaves. The method is especially for nursing skin, repairing skin, improving skin condition, delaying skin aging, assisting in maintaining content of collagen in skin, against photodamage, preventing skin lesions, and/or promoting wound healing.

Abstract: Provided is a method for skin whitening, ultraviolet radiation protection, and anti-glycation by using a green mango extract. Also provided is a method for anti-glycation by using compounds of hydrolyzable tannins isolated from the green mango extract.