"To realize human happiness through health" is the corporate philosophy of Hakuju Bio-Science Laboratory Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Hiroyuki Hara), which supports people's healthy and affluent lives, and Plexus Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture; President and CEO: Takahiro Ueno), also known as Hakuju Yamagata. We are pleased to announce our appointment as the 'Nutritional Education Partner' for the Montedio Yamagata Academy School, the youth organization of J2 League team Montedio Yamagata. Furthermore, starting in June, designated as the national 'Nutrition Month,' we will commence comprehensive support, including regular nutrition seminars, to broaden the future potential of the players. 'We don't want them to regret it later.' The earnest reality of athletes, observed through years of support. For many years, our company has supported various athletes, from juniors to professionals, including serving as an official sponsor of Montedio Yamagata. Through closely supporting athletes and being deeply involved in their physical development, we arrived at a strong desire: 'We want to deliver knowledge about proper nutrition and physical development from the junior generation, when their bodies are being built, rather than after they become professionals.' In the actual sports scene, we have repeatedly encountered athletes who regret, 'I wish I had known the importance of diet and nutrition sooner,' because they did not build their bodies with age-appropriate food, hindering the development of their true physical and competitive abilities. Therefore, we are determined to deliver age-appropriate knowledge during the crucial growth period when physical development is most important. We are convinced that this will maximize the potential of future athletes and become a lifelong asset, leading us to decide to provide support as a 'Nutritional Education Partner.' The serious reality unique to rural areas: The academy'