There is rising interest in yeast proteins as food and supplement companies look for novel alternatives to soy and pea protein, with companies such as Japan’s iSDG, South Korea’s Orion Corporation, and America’s Swanson making new launches.
Abbott India says it aims to transform its multi-specialty range, including vitamin D and micronutrient supplements designed for thyroid patients into “big brands” by strengthening its product pipeline.
Supplementation of glutamine, an amino acid that plays a key role in protein metabolism and immune function, may improve post-surgery atrophy of the psoas muscle, say Taiwanese researchers.
Morinaga Milk Industry zeroed in on the weight management efficacies of Bifidobacterium breve B-3 (B. breve B-3) probiotic strain, and its potential for preventing age-related metabolic issues, at the Growth Asia Summit 2024.
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends, including how mental wellbeing is set to become one of the key trends in driving the kids supplement industry, as well as how companies are riding on market opportunities brought by the flurry of...
Consumers do not necessarily actively look for science-backed research when purchasing nutritional products, but they tend to trust that brands would do their due diligence and are the gatekeepers of the science and quality of their products.
Singapore nutraceutical start-up NanoSG is honing up its AI avatar and online tools, as consumers are relying more on data and information to guide their purchase decision.
An online survey involving 300 South Korean participants shows that they are more likely to trust and purchase health functional foods developed using artificial intelligence (AI) than conventional methods.
China’s Mengniu Dairy is conducting more human clinical studies on Lacticaseibacillus paracasei PC-01 – its proprietary probiotic strain used in its Yoyi C yogurt range.
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including how Amway is focusing more on longevity and gut health solutions, NYO3’s krill oil innovation strategy for China, reishi specialist GanoHerb’s expansion plans and more.
Amway is paying more attention to longevity, health span, and gut microbiome as it expands the range of products and solutions for its flagship brand Nutrilite.
Chinese firm GanoHerb has identified untapped opportunities in the Middle Eastern market, where awareness and availability of ganoderma products are relatively scant.
South Korea’s OEM manufacturer Kolmar BNH is wooing the China market with herbal formulations, as it believes that the concept of 'foods as medicines' is seeing a revival in the country.
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research on the potential of Rhodiola rosea and Nelumbo nucifera extracts in improving sleep in adults suffering from subthreshold insomnia, how findings of a new meta-analysis have shown curcumin's...
The rapid rise of social commerce has brought along a host of problems related to the advertising of dietary supplements and functional foods in Vietnam, according to statistics from the industry association.
Amway is focusing its resources on several key categories, including gut health and anti-ageing, based on major trends that it has observed and believes possess immense potential for growth.
Singapore start-up Nyva is aiming to broaden sales channels of its AlcoBlock anti-hangover gummies, including convenience stores, while setting sights on expansion to markets like the US and Australia.
There is an ongoing discussion between India’s food and drug regulators, as well as industry, on whether vitamins and minerals above one recommended dietary allowance (RDA) and upper limits should be regulated by the drug regulator instead.
New Zealand-based Ārepa is doubling down on ensuring compliance with regulations regarding health claims and product labelling through submission of a scientific dossier, repackaging, and continuous research.
Singapore start-up Flojo has debuted its sparkling drinks formulated with botanical ingredients aimed at supporting cognitive function, strengthening immune system, and improving mood and mental clarity.
Ashwagandha suppliers are being urged to invest in defense as the UK Food Safety Agency (FSA) launches a consultation into the herb and Indian experts refute safety concerns.
Manufacturers of Foods with Function Claims (FFC) are legally bound to four newly added requirements from September 1 – the latest move in regulating Japan’s functional foods industry since Kobayashi Pharmaceutical’s red yeast rice scandal broke out.
A study has found that 12 weeks of multi-nutrient supplementation, comprising astaxanthin, vitamin E and grape juice extract, resulted in improved episodic memory and several biomarkers associated with cognitive health.
Here is the round-up of the latest nutraceutical trends in Asia-Pacific, including how fish oil supply is expected to recover from a fruitful first fishing season, innovation across ginseng, krill oil products, and supplements export trends in China....
From Swisse's strategy for healthy ageing and longevity to new innovations from Suntory's in-house venture program, and Shiseido's Ultimune beauty-from-within debut, here are the most-read stories on NutraIngredients-Asia in June 2024....
Industry and nutrition experts in Australia suspect THC was included in a lion’s mane and cordyceps range of Uncle Frog’s Mushroom Gummies, which caused consumers to suffer symptoms including hallucinations and seizures.
Aussie health food firm Melrose Health is debuting a series of longevity-focused dietary supplements that target the declining health span of Australia’s ageing population.
A Chinese RCT showed that the Sichuan cuisine version of the Chinese heart-healthy diet (CHH diet-SC) can significantly reduce blood pressure (BP) and increase the rate of BP control in hypertensive adults, with products lower in sodium and oil key to...
Curcumin offers a holistic alternative to omeprazole for treating dyspepsia due to the presence of volatile oils, say researchers from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University.
Meiji has launched new chocolate products that replaced sugar with fructooligosaccharides (FOS), which is said to help regulate intestinal flora and offer various health benefits.
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Chong Kun Dang Healthcare’s launch of a probiotic formula that is said to work in the GLP-1 pathway, how effervescent tablet specialist Fast&Up is cracking India’s...
South Korea’s Chong Kun Dang Healthcare (CKDHC) is tapping on the ongoing GLP-1 boom with the launch of a probiotic formula which it said could support the body’s production of the appetite hormone.
PhytoGaia and Monash University are studying how oral supplementation of squalene and tocotrienols could benefit dry skin, including eczema, in a 70-day trial.
China companies are driving new innovation in the krill oil sector, with milk powder firm Beingmate (贝因美) incorporating the phospholipid-bound omega-3 into adult milk powder and others combining it with multiple functional ingredients for specific health...
The bioactive compounds, high nutritional content and antioxidant capabilities of dates make the fruit an effective base ingredient for functional snack bars, says Saudi researchers.
As many as 94 per cent of Vietnamese women who took part in a study conducted by Bayer perceived prenatal supplements as “moderately to highly beneficial”. However, less than half of them perceived such supplements as safe.
Korean ginseng brands are innovating with new formats and ingredient combinations as they seek to widen the appeal of the traditional botanical to consumers who prioritise taste and convenience.
Microbiome beauty brand Gallinée is urging for more research on ingredients such as prebiotics and innovation in delivery format, as it looks to actively expand in the supplements sector targeting beauty from within and women’s health.
Taking five grams of partially hydrolysed guar gum (PHGG) daily for 12 weeks has been shown to improve visual memory among healthy elderly, a new study from Japan has shown.
Soybean paste fermented with kōji mould and “good bacteria” like Bacillus subtilis may be a better option over commercially available soybean paste for improving menopausal symptoms, say Korean researchers.
Swisse has taken the top spot in the Vitamins & Supplements category for Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands Australia Awards 2024 for the first time in 10 years. We find out how a change in its strategy proved to be crucial, and how this influences its...
New Zealand start-up Daisy has launched gingerol drink for morning sickness and says it has more science-backed products in the pipeline that support mental health for maternal wellness.
We look at the latest regulatory announcements happening across APAC, including what's next for New Zealand's natural health products regulatory landscape, Japan requiring all Food with Function Claims (FFC) in tablets, capsules forms to comply...
