What is EM (Effective Microorganism)
EM is an abbreviation of Effective Microorganisms
which refers to the beneficial microorganisms complex that have long
served mankind for foods and clothes, including photosynthesis bacteria,
lactobacillus, yeast fungus, etc. Beneficial microorganisms in EM come to
produce powerful anti-oxidants through mutual metabolisms. These natural anti-oxidants
constitute the very feature of EM.
EM is a safe and
eco-friendly material that is generated from a crude liquid called EM-1 and is applicable
to all fields such as environment, life, and health care through various
methods.
Effective Microorganisms
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EM is one of the most popular microbial
technologies being used worldwide now. EM was first discovered by Dr. Teruo
Higa, professor of horticulture at the University of the Ryukyus in Okinawa,
Japan and it's products have been on the market since 1983. By now EM is produced in over 54 countries (including Korea) and
consists of naturally-occurring beneficial microorganisms. These microorganisms
can easily be classified into three major groups: lactic acid
bacteria (commonly found in dairy products), yeast
(e.g. bread, beer), and phototrophic bacteria.
The use of Effective Microorganisms Technology has broadened in the last two
decades from agriculture to water treatment, odour control, animal husbandry,
human health, and numerous other industrial treatments.
Research has shown that the inoculation of EM cultures to the soil/plant
ecosystem can improve soil quality, soil health, and the
growth, yield, and quality of crops. Also when used in animal
systems similar benefits have been shown. These microorganisms have a reviving
action on growing systems and are completely safe to use.
A number of these microorganisms have long been familiar to the medical
sector and the foods industry and are extremely useful for people,
animals, plants, the soil and water. Naturally, EM Effective
Microorganisms are not genetically engineered. Over the years, the completely
harmless and safe nature of EM has been confirmed during a range of research
both in Japan and other countries.
In general there are three types of microorganisms:
- Decomposing/degenerative microorganisms
- Opportunistic/neutral microorganisms
- Constructive/regenerative microorganisms
EM (Effective Microorganisms) belong to the regenerative category. They can
prevent decomposition in any type of substance and thus maintain the health of
both living organisms and the environment. Degenerative microorganisms behave in a manner that is diametrically opposite
to that of the regenerative group.
The opportunistic/neutral microorganisms constitute the largest category.
They follow the group which dominates in a system.
Types of microorganisms
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Micro-organisms are
organisms which share the property of being sub-microscopic. They existed long
before man and we have had to adapt to live in an environment where they are far
more abundant. Many micro-organisms do not normally cause disease in man,
existing in a state of either COMMENSALISM, where there is little or no benefit
or harm to man, or in MUTUALISM, where there is some benefit gained by both
partners. Types of microorganisms. This non-harmful balance exists when the
immune system works well, but these same organisms can cause infection when the
latter fails. This changed property is shared by many other micro-organisms
which can cause infectious disease in the immunocompetent individual, so-called
PATHOGENS. Types of microorganisms.
These pathogens fall into five main
groups: Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoa, Helminths
What are antioxidants?
They are vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that
protect and repair cells from damage caused by free radicals. Many experts
believe this damage plays a part in a number of chronic diseases, including
hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), cancer, and arthritis. Free
radicals can also interfere with your immune system. So fighting off damage with
antioxidants helps keep your immune system strong, making you better able to
ward off colds, flu, and other infections.
Why Antioxidants?
You are probably sick and tire of
hearing about this, but we gotta bring it up. If you took chemistry 101 and
stayed awake during class then you know that antioxidants react with free
radicals to prevent a process called oxidation. Just remember that antioxidants
reduce the deterioration to your skin. Antioxidants have been associated to the
reduction or alleviation of the following skin problems;
- Anti-aging , - Discolorations,
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Texturing , - Sun damage, - Skin
cancer
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