FrieslandCampina says infant formula with premium, multi-benefit ingredients and easy-to-consume supplements for children are continued avenues for growth in Asia.
Infant formula that mimics lipid structure of breast milk enhances calcium absorption and modulates gut microbiota, and in the process, strengthens the overall immunity, say preliminary findings of an ongoing trial.
The Philippines’ nutraceutical industry is expected to continue growing at mid-single digits, with consumers paying more attention to weight, liver, and cognitive health post-COVID, according to latest insights from the local health supplement association,...
Beauty consumers are most likely to prioritise devices and treatments as skin solutions over supplements amid growing demand for immediate and visible outcomes.
The supplementation of green banana powder and pineapple fibre powder has been shown to raise the levels of beneficial bacteria deficient in young adults, including Bifidobacterium bifidum and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, say findings of a 14-day trial...
Demand for convenient and enjoyable ways to take supplements are driving the shift towards non-pill formats, says supplier of palm phytonutrients PhytoGaia.
China energy drink heavyweight EastRoc is moving to a multi-beverage portfolio, hoping to establish itself as a leader in the wider beverage industry and not just the energy category.
The use of probiotics to improve the gut microbiota of infants that have been exposed to antibiotics has strong potential to boost the extent of immune protection conveyed by vaccination, according to recent research data.
GABA remains prominent the most popular ingredient used within Japan's Foods with Function Claims (FFC) market, rice bran-derived 3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl) propionic acid (HMPA) moving up to second place, exclusive new data reveals.
Danone is introducing its growing up milk for children born via caesarean section (C-section) into more South East Asian countries, with the latest launch happening in Malaysia.
ADM is hoping to see probiotic growth in Australia and China after receiving regulatory approvals for its Bacillus subtilis DE111™, with the firm targeting a wide range of food and beverage products due to its stability and shelf life benefits.
China’s demand for coenzyme Q10 remains high but gross margin from the business is at the lower end, says Kingdomway, also the owner of health supplement brand Doctor’s Best.
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends, including the rise of femcare products in Japan, how anti-ageing is driving nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) use in Hong Kong, and growing demand for red ginseng in China and Vietnam.
Manuka honey maker Comvita says annual revenue for FY24 is down by 12.7 per cent, citing economic slowdown in its largest market, China, as the main reason for the “disappointing” performance.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is considering making the Health Star Rating (HSR) mandatory after sluggish uptake from brands, while also reviewing updates to the nutrition information panel (NIP) information on packaged foods.
Bubs Australia, known for its goat milk formula, says its annual revenue has returned to growth on the back of efforts to diversify its business outside of China.
Formula giant Feihe’s half-year profit for FY24 is up 18.1 per cent on the back of increased marketing activities which is said to have acquired over 1.4 million new customers.
There are extensive opportunities for 'holistic product innovation' across three key areas of women’s health: menstrual health, prenatal nutrition, and menopause, says Mintel.
From Danone's half-year results to NMN boom in Hong Kong and Orthomol's phenomenal success in South Korea, here are the most-read stories on NutraIngredients-Asia in August 2024.
The interactions between phytonutrients and the gut microbiome are not to be neglected, as these could produce beneficial metabolites and positive health outcomes, says Amway’s principal scientist during our Growth Asia Summit 2024.
Australian firm EZZ Life Science Holdings Limited says net profit for FY24 is up 91 per cent, led by strong e-commerce demand for two of its products in China – nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) and a bone health supplement.
Tailored probiotic supplements for individuals could help address age-related cognitive decline, according to researchers of a case study conducted in Taiwan.
Thai juice heavyweight TipCo has cited the growth of wellness trends in the region as the main catalyst behind its recent beverage innovations and category investment decisions.
Norwegian supplier GC Rieber is eyeing Japan’s saturated omega-3 market with it fish-derived and vegan options, which it claims offer a more pleasant sensory experience.
Health and Happiness Group (H&H Group) saw its net profit plummeted 49.7 per cent for the first six months of this year – a “challenging period” which it said was primarily due to a downturn and discounting in the infant milk formulas segment.
Longevity medicines researchers are working on a framework to diagnose and prevent age-related ailments, including the classifying of ageing as a disease.
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