Many people are aware that the United States, Britain and Australia have some of the highest obesity rates in the world, but did you know which countries have the lowest? According to 2009 statistics from the (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) they are South Korea, Japan and China.

Years ago, the nutrition experts at Stepan Lipid Nutrition began to look into how the South Korean population at large managed to stay so lean and healthy. Part of the answer could be traced to the traditional Korean diet. It features many balanced nutrients that can promote weight control, particularly the Korean pine nut, which is a main ingredient in the popular dish called Jatjuk.

Naturally Good, Naturally Effective

Jatjuk, is a porridge of finely ground pine nuts and rice that makes a rich, creamy and nutritious soup, with plenty of protein, iron and vitamin B. It was traditionally eaten for breakfast by farmers before going out to work in the fields all day: a tasty, filling meal that could keep them satisfied all the way to lunch – or even dinner. Today, it remains a popular national dish that is eaten at any time of the day.

Stepan Lipid Nutrition extensively researched the Korean pine nut. During clinical studies which have since been published, we discovered that the oil from this specific type of pine nut can help suppress appetite and make you feel ‘full’ for longer.  Our company has since refined the Korean pine nut into a commercial ingredient –PinnoThin® – which can benefit those who have weight reduction or management as a goal. 

PinnoThin® – bringing the South Korean secret for weight control all around the world.