Maintaining a balance between omega-3 and omega-6 intake can lead to better overall health, say researchers in China, who also noted that marine-sources of PUFAs appear to be particularly beneficial among the local population.
Bega Bionutrients, the health and ingredient arm of Australian firm Bega Cheese, has launched a novel form of microencapsulated infant formula ingredient lactoferrin – Inferrin.
Indonesia and the UAE will drive growth in the global US$55bn halal packaged food and drinks market over the next five years, with China also performing strongly despite its minority Muslim population.
A supplement containing a proprietary hop flower extract from New Zealand is entering the US market, positioned for weight management through appetite control.
Nanoparticles made from tea leaves appear to halt the growth of up to 80% of lung cancer cells, a UK study shows, opening up possibilities for a non-toxic plant-based alternative method of production.
Australia's supplement suppliers and manufacturers have been told not to fall into the complacency trap after enjoying several years of rapidly growing sales in Asia, especially China.
South Asia is in dire need of more sustainable vitamin A supplementation programming, with the region suffering from the world's second highest rate of vitamin A deficiency among children.
Two players in the astaxanthin realm, Chinese company BGG and US firm Solix Algredients, will combine to form a new ingredient supplier based in Colorado.
Israeli personalised nutrition firm Nutrino Inc. has plans to bring its data-driven approach to diabetes to APAC, where the disease is a major health problem in many countries.
High costs and a lack of robust and reproducible results are reasons why 'precision' or personalised nutrition is not yet a feasible way to prevent type 2 diabetes.
A new Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) will be launched in July to bring together industry, academics and the community to tackle the country's mounting food waste problem.
There has been an increased demand for testing nootropic dietary supplements, according to several analytical labs. How can companies substantiate claims around cognitive benefits?
Coca-Cola India has launched two new drink categories — Enhanced Hydration and Nutritious Dilutables — as it seeks to enhance its range of more healthy and functional products.
Higher plasma vitamin D levels may help to better prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes, but more evidence is needed on the efficacy of vitamin D supplementation on the disease, according to researchers in China, the UK and Denmark.
There is insufficient evidence of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids' effectiveness in helping to prevent major depression, according to researchers in Japan.
Personalised nutrition has the potential to go mainstream in APAC, but the pace of progress will depend on how quickly and effectively MNCs, start-ups and governments can collaborate.
Zensun Sci & Tech has developed a vitamin B-C blend that stimulates gastrointestinal system motility, providing a long-term treatment alternative to pharmaceutical drugs that have numerous side effects.
Researchers found that, when participants were given blueberry powder or fish oil capsules, both may boost cognitive performance. Supplementing the two as a combo, however, did not provide an additive benefit as they had expected.
Authorities in Hong Kong have signalled that they would consider lobbying for punitive taxes on sugar and alcohol as a last resort to tackle rising cases of cancer, obesity and stroke.
Indian pharmaceutical firm Sundyota Numandis will open a US$12m probiotic facility to meet demand, following link-ups with major industry players to develop and market a patented formulation.
Swisse Wellness is in the beginning stages of a double-blind RCT on its Ultiboost High Strength Deep Sea Krill Oil, with the first four participants having recently enrolled.
A supplement with an ingredient combo including L-theanine, beta-alanine, and theacrine may help users increase brain alertness, researchers concluded after a placebo-controlled clinical trial.
Vitamin D appears to play a role in the preservation of the beta cells that produce, store and release the hormone insulin, opening up possibilities of harnessing this benefit to tackle type 2 diabetes, say researchers.
Ursolic acid may possess multiple health benefits for the heart, brain, liver and muscles, and aid in preventing and treating chronic disease, say researchers in Korea.
Aker BioMarine has Australia's expanding sports nutrition sector in its sights, after initial findings from a study on elite athletes suggested krill oil could boost performance.
DuPont is set to open a new Innovation Application Centre in Japan later this year, highlighting wellness, snacking and ageing as the region's hottest trends.
The European Patent Office (EPO) has granted a patent for "composition for use in treatment" to Arjuna Naturals' BCM-95 turmeric extract, which has shown efficacy in rheumatoid arthritis and Alzheimer's disease.
Israeli astaxanthin manufacturer Algatechnologies (Algatech) has partnered with Italian R&D firm Sphera Encapsulation to produce new functional ingredient formats.
An effective way of treating atopic dermatitis, commonly known as eczema, could be to apply specific bacteria to the affected areas of the skin, a human clinical trial showed.
Children with coeliac disease may benefit from routine evaluation of their vitamin A and D levels as they tend to lack both, say researchers in Turkey.
Manufacturer Matakana Superfoods is looking to establish a retail presence outside of Australia, Chile and its native New Zealand, after enjoying considerable success in the organic food segment through online sales.
Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LCPUFA) supplementation may not significantly influence intelligence levels in low-birth weight infants (LBWIs), say researchers in China.
China's booming supplement market will be drawn into sharp focus at this year's China International Nutrition and Health Industry Summit, with 12 industry experts taking to the stage.
DSM will close its vitamin C facility in Jiangshan, China, for four months from July — but the firm has moved to ensure it can continue to meet supply.
Plant-based ingredients firm Roquette has expanded its Food Customer Technical Service Centre (CTS) in Tokyo on the back of rising local demand for proteins, fibres and healthy carbohydrates.
Vitamin B6 supplementation before bed may enhance dream vividness and recall, a pilot study of 100 participants published in the journal of Perceptual and Motor Skills found.
High-dose vitamin D supplements have been shown to improve weight gain and the development of language and motor skills in malnourished children, according to a new trial.
Modifying nutritional intake to include glycerophospholipids (GPL) may help to maintain cerebral structural integrity in old age, say researchers in Australia.
The intake of vitamins — especially vitamins D and B12 — may be able to moderately lower the risk of pancreatic cancer, according to a Chinese meta-analysis.