Archives for October 31, 2019

China Focus: BY-HEALTH deepens cooperation with Fonterra, SEA edible bird’s nest firms prepare for China expo and more

In this round-up of developments involving China's health foods market, we shine the spotlight on the new collaboration between BY-HEALTH and Fonterra, as well as the upcoming CIIE expo in China.

Fighting the double burden of malnutrition and overnutrition: ASEAN food science and nutrition network launched

A new nutrition and food science network to drive collaboration amongst researchers in South East Asia has been formed.

Blackmores’ full year growth dragged down by sluggish China performance and rising costs

A lacklustre China performance and rising operating costs have dragged down Blackmores’ full year net profit by 24% to $53m.

Probiota Asia 2019

Kiwi for better slumber: How plant foods and probiotics can regulate circadian rhythms

The consumption of plant foods rich in fibre and polyphenols, as well as probiotic supplementation, has been identified as beneficial to restore microbiota balance in the gut and improve sleep, according to researchers.