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JD 618 sales data: Nemans, BYHEALTH, Harbin Pharma clinch top spots for best-selling nutrition products

China e-commerce giant JD has released new data on its recent 618 online shopping event, with products from Nemans, BYHEALTH, Harbin Pharma the top three bestsellers under the nutrition category.

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Robust shell, high quality, low risk: Gelatin as preferred excipient for soft capsules

As global demand for softgel capsules continues to grow, Marijo Clark, President of MC Softgel Experts and soft-capsule product formulator, explains her preference for gelatin over alternate excipients to develop new products.

One of Pharmactive's most popular ingredient is the aged black garlic, and this will be spread to APAC through Nutraconnect. ©Getty Images

Opportunities abound: Asians more open to natural products but seek science-based ingredients – Pharmactive MD

Asia is more open than any other market to trying natural products due to its long history of traditional remedies, but scientifically-backed and clinically trialled ingredients are now fast becoming a key consumer demand.

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Regulatory review: Halal trade opportunities, Taiwan FDA’s new policies and more

This round of regulatory review will look at the development in halal trade opportunities for nutraceuticals, Taiwan FDA’s policy drafts for the use of fish oil, red yeast rice and more.

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Why peptides are poised to capture growth in heart health and sports nutrition

The power of peptides is unlocking opportunities to manage human health. With researchers showing peptides have applications in areas such as heart health and sports nutrition, the molecules are poised to help manufacturers address demand in growth areas.

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Diversifying sources: Global seafood firm Thai Union on rationale for microalgae omega-3 strategy

Global seafood giant Thai Union says it is placing a significant focus on microalgae omega-3, besides its usual marine sources, as it seeks to diversify its ingredients business.

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Three is the magic number: Australia’s CSIRO principal scientist reveals how to deliver high-quality nutra trials– LISTEN

With consumers increasingly demanding scientifically-validated nutra products and ingredients, one of the key scientists in Australia’s national research agency has revealed the three factors that are crucial for a high-quality trial.