Academics, nutritionists and pharmacist have given their backing to a new an online resource dedicated to increasing awareness of extra virgin olive oil and other olive products, and to combat 'misinformation' about fats and oils.
The development of guidelines and a harmonized framework for probiotics in Codex is necessary to ensure and sustain quality probiotic products on a global scale, says the International Probiotics Association (IPA).
Swisse Wellness' head of government relations Justin Howden will deliver a keynote address at our upcoming Healthy Ageing APAC Summit, assessing how policymakers and industry can best work together to improve the health and well-being of the population.
The outlook for APAC's supplement and functional food industries is overwhelmingly positive, with exports, production and new product development all booming, according to an exclusive industry survey conducted by NutraIngredients-Asia.
It is easier to come across Halal-certified ingredients in the dietary supplement space today than it was when NoorVitamins started in 2011, CEO Dr. Mohamed Issa told NutraIngredients-USA.
There is inadequate evidence for long-lasting changes to the gut microbiota after probiotic supplementation, suggests a new study, which argues evidence shows supplementation only results in a transient improvement of supplement-specific bacteria.
Two Chinese private equity firms, JIC Investments and Tamar Alliance Fund, have bought a majority stake in Australian vitamin manufacturer Nature's Care for a reported A$800m.
Poor sleep and physical activity habits could be associated with the high prevalence of obesity among pre-school children, according to researchers in China.
Certain dietary factors may have an impact on rheumatoid arthritis, but extensive research is needed to determine this, according to a recent review article.
Journal chief editors have cited 'inconsistencies in experimental rigour' concerning a curcumin anti-cancer trial, co-authored by a researcher with a history of multiple study retractions.
Daily consumption of milk fermented with a specific probiotic could relieve gastric symptoms in otherwise healthy adults, according to researchers in Japan.
South East Asia has reached a 'golden age' where opportunities for start-ups in the functional food and supplement sectors abound, according to one industry expert.
Singapore has launched its first organic standard, which officials believe is possibly the world’s first organic standard for produce grown in urban and indoor conditions.
Indonesia's young population, buoyed by greater disposable income, are increasingly interested in herbal supplements for their preventative healthcare benefits, according to one industry expert.
The percentage of liver injury events attributable to what are characterized as 'herbal dietary supplements' is holding steady at about 20% of all events, the head of a liver injury reporting network said this week.
Nutrient supplementation, specifically antioxidants and amino acids, could play a role in the treatment of the first episode of psychosis (referring to the first two to five years of a psychotic disorder) by reducing related symptoms, a systematic review...
Herbal supplements in the Asia Pacific region is "at a crossroads" due to regulatory challenges, with countries such as South Korea and China having implemented stricter laws for products.
Israeli biotechnology firm Algatechnologies (Algatech) is now the major shareholder in Kiwi astaxanthin manufacturer Supreme Health, with both companies sharing the goal of expanding further in China, as well as the wider Asia Pacific market.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched an initiative to address the growing prevalence of vitamin D deficiency, especially among young people, with the backing of manufacturer Kwality.
A study backed by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has found that lower household income and educational levels are linked to a higher chance of women being overweight or obese.
Patients with the long-term mental disorder schizophrenia have low levels of folate and vitamins B12, C, E and D, according to a review, which could not determine a definitive cause and effect relationship.
A high incidence of micronutrient deficiency is not the main determinant of stunting among slum-dwelling children, according to researchers in Bangladesh.
An updated comprehensive review is required to detail the mechanisms and clinical efficacy and safety of herbal medicines in treating obesity and metabolic syndrome, say researchers in Iran.
There is no 'magic bullet' to tackle obesity and diabetes in Asia, and while industry has made significant gains in reformulation, public sector collaboration is crucial if the longer-term battle is to be won.
Australian infant nutrition firm Wattle Health has reported record sales on the back of an expanding product range and an increasing number of export markets.
Asians' general openness to dietary supplements made with unconventional ingredients is opening doors in the region for a Japanese firm that specialises in placenta-based products.
Consuming a combination of rice bran and soy milk at the same time as foods could lead to a significant reduction in glycaemic index, new data suggests.
Reviewing existing studies looking at vitamin D functions in skin physiology, Qatari researchers found mounting evidence that ingesting vitamin D may help improve skin inflammatory symptoms.
NZMP SureStart, the global B2B paediatric ingredients brand of Fonterra, is joining Smarter Lives, a five-year research programme to investigate how nutrition impacts the gut-brain axis.
The industry needs to do more to bust three common myths around supplements, namely that products lack evidence of efficacy, that a healthy diet removes the need for supplementation and that products can lead to health risks.
Year-long oral supplementation with a mixture of tocotrienols was found to be ineffective in reducing overall symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), according to a Malaysian study.
Australian Dairy Farms Group recently announced it would be converting all its dairy farms to organic production, as it seeks to expand from the conventional milk market to higher-value segments.
Nutritional labelling could help motivate people to eat healthier, according to new Spanish research demonstrating a link between label use and intake of fruits, vegetables and fish.
Velvet antler may be able to help prevent acute lung injury due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant effects, giving it considerable functional food potential, according to a Taiwanese study.
Network marketing company Mannatech says it is rounding the corner on business disruptions caused by changes made to better comply with US laws against pyramid schemes.
The 'Kiwi can-do' attitude was underlined by several of the big winners at this year's Natural Health Products New Zealand awards, with many of the firms overcoming significant hurdles to achieve success.
Spanish healthcare firm Bioibérica recently received authorisation to sell Mobilee, a patented natural ingredient, for use in functional foods and as a medical supplement in Australia and New Zealand.
Targeted population-level interventions are required to reduce childhood obesity and therefore, lessen socio-economic inequalities among children, according to researchers in Australia.
Some dietary supplement ingredients have landed on US President Donald Trump’s proposed list of tariffs on imported Chinese goods. They include CoQ10 and vitamins E, B2 and B12.
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