Sports nutrition

Kyowa Hakko launches new amino acid blend, revamps quality message

27-Apr-2017 By Hank Schultz

Kyowa Hakko has launched a new amino acid blend called Setria Performance Blend to capitalize on the growth of the sports nutrition sector. The launch also coincides with a new emphasis on quality, the company says.

Protein power: Consumers in emerging Asian markets increasingly understand the benefits

25-Apr-2017 By Millette Burgos

Consumer understanding of the nutritional benefits of protein is soaring in Asia, according to research from NZMP, the ingredients brand of New Zealand-based dairy manufacturer Fonterra.

Sports nutrition: Singapore’s elite athletes focusing on food first, supplements second

18-Apr-2017 By Millette Burgos

Alternative sources of protein and a greater focus on ‘food before supplements’ is shaping the sports nutrition practices of Singapore’s elite athletes.

Freedom Foods seals deal for US expansion and snaps up sports nutrition firm

17-Mar-2017 By Millette Burgos

Australian firm Freedom Foods is partnering with US management group AFT Holdings to expand into North America.

After Australia backs medical cannabis, is hemp about to approved as a nutrition and food source?

22-Feb-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Industry and academic experts have been responding to Australia’s decision to establish a legal medicinal cannabis trade – with most welcoming it as a positive first step – while others are eagerly awaiting a judgement in April which will rule if hemp...

Six Japan food, nutrition and consumer trends set to shape 2017

21-Feb-2017 By Gary Scattergood

We pinpoint six of the must-know food, nutrition and consumer trends taking shape in Japan, from superfoods to sports nutrition, ahead of one of the country's biggest trade shows, FoodEx Japan, which takes place next month.

European supplements brand aims to take bigger bite out of Asian weight loss market

21-Feb-2017 By Millette Burgos

Spanish firm Reig Jofre’s nutritional supplements line Forte Pharma is looking towards South East Asia for expansion, after establishing a firm foothold in Hong Kong and Macau.

Carbs ‘better than antioxidants’ to boost immunity and recovery after exercise: Australia review

20-Feb-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Consuming carb-heavy bars or gels either during or immediately after intense exercise helps cut immune disturbances and can aid the body’s recovery, but there is insufficient evidence to support the use of ‘immunity boosting’ supplements such as antioxidants,...

Whey out? Could cricket protein rival whey as a sports nutrition and functional drinks ingredient?

20-Feb-2017 By Millette Burgos

Crickets could become a functional protein ingredient to rival casein and whey in nutritional beverages and sports drinks, researchers suggest.

Curcumin can be ‘as big as omega-3’ with correct science and marketing: OmniActive MD

31-Jan-2017 By Millette Burgos

Curcumin can become as big as omega-3, according to the boss of Indian nutraceutical supplier OmniActive, which has recently received a significant funding boost and made a high-level acquisition.

Amway plans 50 stores in India amid sports nutrition and consumer durables push

30-Jan-2017 By Gary Scattergood

Amway has revealed it plans to open a further 50 stores in India, but has vowed to remain a direct-selling company with sellers “the key point of distribution”.

'Highly frequent' energy drink consumption associated with mental health problems for teens

18-Jan-2017 By Gary Scattergood

A new study indicates that Korean teenagers who regularly consume energy drinks are at “great risk” of mental health problems, particularly when consumed in combination with junk food, researchers claim.

Asian VC invests €33m in Indian botanicals specialist; acquisitions targeted

02-Jan-2017 By Shane Starling

Indian-based but global-facing herbals player OmniActive Health Technologies has won a $35 million (€33m) investment from venture capitalist Everstone Group, as it pursues expansion and acquisition targets.

Sports nutrition set for impressive Asia growth as products become ‘lifestyle choices’

28-Nov-2016 By Ravi Chawat

The sports nutrition market picking up the pace in Asia Pacific and can look forward to long-term growth, writes Allied Market Research analyst Ravi Chawat.

Arbonne to make Asia debut in Taiwan with 10 nutrition products

09-Nov-2016 By Gary Scattergood

Direct sales firm Arbonne is to officially launch in Taiwan this week, initially with a range of 10 nutrition products alongside its skincare offering.

Wacker opens Singapore food lab as it seeks to boost nutrition and supplements business

03-Nov-2016 By Gary Scattergood

Wacker has opened its first Asia food laboratory and technical centre in Singapore as it seeks to boost its nutraceutical and nutrition offerings.

Former Liverpool FC expert helps Herbalife pick up the pace of sports nutrition promotion

24-Oct-2016 By Gary Scattergood

Herbalife is launching the Herbalife24 Program for Australia and New Zealand as it seeks to boost its sports nutrition products in the two countries.

Big in Japan? Blackcurrants, barley and maple syrup pitch for functional food success in Tokyo

12-Oct-2016 By Gary Scattergood

The sports nutrition potential of New Zealand blackcurrants, the superfood status of Canadian maple syrup and the functional benefits of Canadian barley – these were three of the high-profile pitches at the HI Japan tradeshow from international organisations seeking...

WADA & Interpol unite to fight doping - protein peptides included

04-Oct-2016

Interpol has teamed up with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) to fight the trade in doping products like steroids, hormones and banned performance-enhancing protein peptides that are being purchased usually online by both elite and amateur sportspeople.

Sports nutrition and healthy ageing will fuel China's industry growth

21-Sep-2016 By Gary Scattergood

The rise of China’s functional food and dietary supplement industry is continuing to outstrip overall economic growth, and will continue to do so with sports nutrition and goods for the elderly likely to drive future increases.

Decoding the secrets of Japan’s fucoidan-rich seaweed

12-Sep-2016 By Nathan Gray

Researchers have begun to decode the genetic secrets of mozuku, a famous fucoidan-rich Okinawan seaweed linked to health and longevity.

Most Australian rugby players have ‘nil to limited’ knowledge of beta-alanine benefits

12-Aug-2016 By Gary Scattergood

A study has found the majority of Australian professional rugby and football players taking beta-alanine supplements have little knowledge of its benefits – with less than 20% of respondents taking it frequently enough or in sufficient quantity to meet...

Superfood potential: Cockroach milk could be ‘fantastic protein supplement’

28-Jul-2016 By Nathan Gray

A ‘highly nutritious’ secretion from cockroaches has potential to be a new superfood ingredient for foods and supplements, say researchers.

One in five Aussie sports supplements may be contaminated

18-Jul-2016 By Nathan Gray

A survey of untested sports supplements available in Australia found 19% were contamination with substances banned in sport.

China

Regulatory malaise: Why sports nutrition is not racing away

05-Jul-2016 By RJ Whitehead

A lack of sales channels, byzantine regulations and vested interests continue to hamper the development of China’s sports nutrition market, though the winds of change might be blowing over Beijing.

Vitafoods Asia to grow education sessions and knowledge sharing

30-Jun-2016 By Nathan Gray

Expanded education programmes and networking opportunities at Vitafoods Asia 2016 will help businesses share knowledge and grow new partnerships, say event organisers.