Archives for July 16, 2019

Microbiota and pregnancy: Short-chain fatty acid fermentation linked to reduced risk of complications - Australian study

A mother’s gut bacteria and diet are crucial in promoting a healthy pregnancy, with reduced levels of the short-chain fatty acid acetate – produced by fermentation in the gut – being linked to an increase risk of preeclampsia.

Healthy Ageing APAC Summit 2019

Improving recovery and fighting inflammation: How nutrition firms can encourage exercise and aid active and healthy ageing

Functional food, nutrition and beverage forms striving for success in the healthy ageing and active nutrition markets need to help consumers overcome the barriers to exercise, while also creating products that are enjoyable as well as effective.

Boost to consumer confidence? China’s ministry and WeChat launch infant formula traceability programme

China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and WeChat, the country’s messaging service giant, have jointly developed and launched the country’s first WeChat mini programme for infant formula traceability.