Salt could have a positive metabolic effect by promoting a negative energy balance to combat obesity, but extensive further research is needed given the negative consequences of high intake on cardiovascular health.
India is on a mission in popularising millet consumption and will also be embarking on first-of-its-kind nutrition profiling of the most commonly consumed cooked foods across the country.
2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) fermented using two types of genetically modified E. coli can now be used in infant formula for special medical purposes in Taiwan.
Hindustani Unilever Limited (HUL), the Indian arm of international FMCG giant Unilever, has stressed that its beverage-based nutrition or health food drinks (HFD) portfolio will remain a major area of focus for the business despite current setbacks caused...
Immune support and alleviating physical fatigue were some of the most common claims made by health foods approved by the China regulators via the registration route last year.
From January next year, the Eucalyptus globulus leaf and extract can no longer be used as a food raw material, except as a food flavouring, Taiwan authorities said.
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is considering the use of copper chlorophyll as a food additive in Health Functional Foods (HFF).
Pharmaceutical corporation Sabinsa completed a 90 day, multicentric randomised open label trial of its Amla, aka Indian gooseberry, extract and concluded it could provide blood sugar benefits.
This round-up features latest research findings from Japan, Suntory’s foray into personalised nutrition, Nissin’s launch of LAB-containing FFCs, and more.
China is considering mandating mass nutritional fortification for various staple foods in order to boost public health and combat nutrient deficiencies.
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research, including how poor diets are linked to a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), how extreme reduction in animal-based protein intake could affect cognitive health, the link...
Consumers are seeking holistic nutrition support as they become increasingly aware of the relationship between stress, sleep and gut health, although barriers to purchase remain to be overcome, according to a new report by Fonterra’s nutrition brand,...
Blackmores has developed a new supplement that both relieves physical pain and enhances mental focus, after citing what it believes are the unfulfilled needs of young adults and working professionals.
South Korea has given the nod for recycled PET plastic to be used as a material to make new food and beverage containers as part of its national sustainability strategy, citing work by international brands such as Coca-Cola and PepsiCo as an inspiration.
Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has made it mandatory for infant and follow-up formula sold in the market to be printed with a new logo from January 2025.
A Japanese company said it has managed to develop an olive leaf extract that could be incorporated into health supplements to promote stem cell reproduction.
Herbalife has incorporated nanotechnology to develop a new immune-support supplement, Immunoturmeric, which recently debuted in Indonesia and will soon be available in the other Asia-Pacific markets.
South Korea’s import of health supplements and functional ingredients was up 20 per cent between 2021 and 2022, signifying the country’s persistent demand for health foods.
South Korean food and nutrition firm CJ CheilJedang is seeking to address what it claims is a market gap for dietary supplements that promote muscle health through its newly formed food and nutrition ingredient subsidiary.
Poor dietary habits are significantly associated with obesity and depression, which in turn increase risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), say researchers.
This round-up looks at the latest research findings, soaring demand for co-enzyme Q10 supplements in China, regulatory roadblock for a Chinese NMN supplier, a Korean supplement firm’s expansion into China, and more.
The scope for protective metabolic potential of the medicine plant bitter apple, aka Citrullus colocynthis, has been explored in a new review published in ‘BMC Food Production, Processing and Nutrition’.
Infant formula producer Bubs Australia said its gross revenue has China dropped by 66 per cent, and its new Manufacturer-to-Consumer (M2C) sale channel in the country has been delayed, due to disruptions caused by China’s prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns.
The Singapore food authority has introduced a new voluntary scheme for baby cereal imports in a bid to encourage manufacturers to update their food safety processes.
Specific members of the gut microbiota are associated with cognitive performance and mental function in middle-aged and older people, says a new study.
In our monthly nutra regulatory round-up, we take a look at UAE’s national strategy in reducing anaemia and obesity, South Korea’s plans to ban the use of the terms ‘CBD’ and ‘THC’ in hemp seed oil products, to Australia's and New Zealand's...
From big brands' forecast of year 2023 nutra trends to the must-know nutra regulations kicking in this year, here are the 10 most-read APAC nutrition industry news in January 2023.
Fermentation of sea buckthorn improves antioxidant and antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Botrytis cinerea, according to research.
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Japan's Food with Function claims regulation (FFC) has encouraged more SMEs to enter the market, while the major players which have launched products under the scheme are enjoying higher growth, according to new data.
Increasing protein intake appears to reduce the risk of cognitive impairment in older age, while an extreme decline in animal-based protein consumption is linked with a 48% increase, new data from a long-term China study suggests.
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is re-evaluating the health benefits of nine functional raw materials used in health functional foods (HFF).
Trends and Innovation Opportunities Across the Life Stages
After a hugely successful debut as a face-to-face event in 2022, our Growth Asia Summit returns for 2023 this September in Singapore with a raft of new content themes.
Australia’s milk powder manufacturer ProviCo says that demand for specialised nutrition across different life stages has been growing and it is hoping to cater to such demand by utilising its expertise in milk protein fractionation.
Singapore firm Nurasa is seeking to drive innovation in alternative proteins and nutritional options available to the seniors on the back of an ageing population in Singapore.
Koreans who consume diets dominated by noodles, dumplings and red meat have a significantly higher risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) compared to those who eat more vegetables, fish and soy products, new data from almost 45,000 people aged...
