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The breastfeeding mothers surveyed had similar amounts of the main macronutrients in their breastmilk, regardless of ethnicity. ©Getty Images

First observational study on breastmilk composition could drive scientific, technological and commercial advancements

Kiwi scientists have published nationally representative research on the breastmilk composition of breastfeeding mothers in the country, which could aid the development of supplements or programmes to support the health of breastfeeding mothers and their babies.

Want a marriage licence? Attend pro-breastfeeding seminars first, say Filipino authorities

It will soon be mandatory for couples registering for marriage in the Philippines to attend seminars on breastfeeding and infant nutrition before they can obtain their licences.

Trend tracker: Infant formula, beauty from within and probiotics feature in our trend line-up

In our latest overview of market trends in APAC, China's online dairy sales have declined, while Australia's daigou sales for infant formula are soaring — much to the chagrin of local parents. Elsewhere, we look at new products in the beauty-from-within...

Benefits of exercise-boosted gut dependent on weight and regimen: Study

New study findings appear to back assertions that exercise is good for gut diversity, as US researchers also discover that obesity and exercise regularity to be significant influencers of this benefit.

Study: Pycnogenol supplementation may help older men manage enlarged prostate

Researchers in Italy suggest that supplementation with French Maritime Pine extract may help manage benign prostatic hypertrophy, also known as enlarged prostate.

'Blue sky' upgrades: DSM China to power vitamin C plant with natural gas within three years

Royal DSM has reopened its Jiangshan vitamin C plant after extensive upgrades, and has signed an agreement with local authorities to transition from coal to natural gas power within three years.

Rejoicing in restriction: Industry welcomes stricter rules for infant formula marketing

New Zealand's Commerce Commission has granted the Infant Nutrition Council (INC) authorisation to extend advertising and marketing restrictions to include infant formula products for children up to one year of age.

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ExcelVite's proprietary vitamin E ingredient could potentially be a useful addition to existing treatments for diabetic nephropathy. ©Getty Images

ExcelVite ingredient may complement existing diabetic nephropathy treatment: Malaysian RCT

According to the FSSAI, mandatory fortification of milk and edible oils is necessary to combat micronutrient deficiencies, especially in vitamins A and D, across all age groups. ©Getty Images

New year, new rules: Mandatory fortification for milk and edible oils in Kerala effective January 2019

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China cross-border e-commerce: Industry welcomes 'stability' but daigou set to bear brunt of tougher rules

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