Dr. Toru Mizoguchi Presents at Vietnam International Science Forum

Dr. Toru Mizoguchi's International Recognition in Vietnam

Dr. Toru Mizoguchi, the director of Mizoguchi Clinic, has recently been invited to the 12th Science Forum and the 4th Mekong Dermatology Publication held in Can Tho City, Vietnam, on March 20, 2026. This event marked a significant opportunity to share Japan’s leading knowledge in orthomolecular nutrition therapy on an international stage.

Academic Contributions and Recognition

During the forum, Dr. Mizoguchi presented a lecture focusing on the relationship between iron metabolism and skin health. His contributions were acknowledged with recognition certificates from Cuu Long University and the international organization FOB International Cosmetic Dermatology (FICI), highlighting his academic impact in this field. The significance of this presentation lies in promoting and sharing Japanese insights in nutritional medicine internationally, as well as suggesting potential collaborations between Japan and Vietnam.

Photo with performers and speakers

Dr. Mizoguchi has a wealth of clinical experience in orthomolecular nutrition therapy in Japan. During his talk titled "Advances in Body Care - Health - Beauty - 2026," he emphasized the importance of health management from within, referencing the latest scientific findings. His integrative approach encompasses prevention, aesthetics, and the improvement of chronic symptoms, thus showcasing the holistic benefits of Japan’s nutritional medicine practices.

Key Points of the Presentation: Iron Metabolism and Skin Health

1. Warning Against Tissue Iron Deficiency: He highlighted the fact that even when hemoglobin levels are within normal ranges, a decrease in stored iron (lower ferritin levels) can lead to collagen synthesis disorders and diminished energy production, ultimately resulting in skin issues.
2. Significance of Iron-Containing Enzymes: Dr. Mizoguchi explained that iron is crucial for enzymes like catalase, which manage reactive oxygen species, and prolyl hydroxylase, essential for collagen formation. Iron deficiency can accelerate photoaging and skin disorders.
3. Approach to Infant Atopic Dermatitis: He presented cases where nutritional interventions provided to breastfeeding mothers significantly improved skin symptoms in infants. This method of reinterpreting blood test results from a nutritional standpoint has garnered significant interest from experts around the world.

Skincare improvement over 18 months

Bridging Medicine and Culture: An International Exchange Project

This initiative formed part of a broader international exchange project that merges medicine and culture, facilitated by the collaboration with Hideji Takaya, a koto musician and advocate for Japan-Vietnam cultural exchange. The resonance between Takaya’s aim of promoting Japanese culture globally and Dr. Mizoguchi’s ambition to advance nutritional therapies has materialized into an impactful international contribution transcending the fields of medicine and arts.

Dr. Mizoguchi has expressed profound gratitude for the connections fostered through this initiative, emphasizing his commitment to exploring and promoting the potential of nutritional medicine both domestically and internationally.

Future Prospects

The Mizoguchi Clinic aims to explore further international collaborations in the fields of nutritional medicine, education, and research following the insights shared at this international forum.

About Mizoguchi Clinic

Specializing in orthomolecular nutrition therapy, Mizoguchi Clinic conducts detailed analyses of blood test results to provide personalized dietary guidance and supplement prescriptions. This approach assists in disease prevention and improving chronic conditions by focusing on underlying factors behind symptoms, embodying the clinic’s mission to contribute to human potential through nutrition.

Director: Toru Mizoguchi (みぞぐちとおる)
Location: 1-4-10 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0028, Japan
Website: Mizoguchi Clinic