The Science of Natural Fermentation: Dr. Ohhira’s Approach to Supplements

Fermentation has been part of Asian food culture for centuries - from miso and kimchi to natto and tempeh. But what does it mean when a supplement is fermented? And why would a traditional method still matter in a modern health product?

For Dr. Ohhira, the answer lies in respecting how nature works. His probiotic supplements are made using a slow, natural fermentation process inspired by traditional Asian techniques - the kind that have nourished people for generations. Rather than rushing production or relying on artificial stabilisers, this approach allows beneficial bacteria to grow, adapt, and strengthen over time.

What Are Fermented Supplements?

Fermented supplements are created when natural ingredients - such as fruits, vegetables, seaweeds, and mushrooms - are combined with beneficial bacteria and left to ferment. During this process, the bacteria break down the food material and, in doing so, produce compounds that can support health: enzymes, organic acids, amino acids, and vitamins.

This transformation makes nutrients easier for the body to absorb and creates an environment rich in living microorganisms that help maintain balance in the gut. It’s a natural way to enhance the nutritional potential of food ingredients, and it’s at the heart of every Dr. Ohhira formula.

How Does Supplement Fermentation Work?

Dr. Ohhira’s supplements begin with a nutrient-dense mixture of pure spring water, wild fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and seaweed. This blend is placed in carefully controlled fermentation vats and left to mature for three years, following the natural rhythm of Japan’s changing seasons.

Throughout this time, 13 strains of beneficial bacteria interact within the mixture, breaking down plant materials and creating a rich network of nutrients, prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics. The result is a living, balanced culture - naturally stable at room temperature and full of compounds that help support digestion and immunity.

What Makes Dr. Ohhira’s Supplements Different

Most probiotics on the market are manufactured quickly and rely on freeze-drying or refrigeration to survive. Dr. Ohhira’s take a slower, more natural route. Because the bacteria evolve and strengthen through years of fermentation, the finished product is naturally resilient and ready to thrive once it reaches your digestive system.

Experience the benefits for yourself by shopping Dr Ohhira’s original probiotic formula today.