Plant-based diet, mental health interventions may help improve older adult sleep
There may be a positive correlation between nutrient-rich plant-based diets and improved sleep health among older adults, according to a study by researchers in China.
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Supplements in the social media era: Life without TikTok
TikTok’s potential Jan. 19 ban could leave a gap in the social commerce ecosystem, challenging supplement brands to find new ways to connect with health-conscious consumers.
TCM focus: Amway to build first organic farm in China
Amway is building its first organic farm in Sichuan, China, to support a growing demand for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) products.
Enriched whey protein supplement improves mild cognitive impairment: BYHEALTH Study
Daily supplementation with whey protein powder rich in milk fat globule membrane (MFGM), taurine and B vitamins may improve cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
a2 Milk taps on senior nutrition in a move to maximise China’s market potential
The a2 Milk Company is doubling down on its senior nutrition business in China as it explores different ways to maximise the market’s potential.
China sees persistent decline in infant formula, offline pharmacy sales - H&H
Swisse and Biostime owner Health and Happiness (H&H) Group’s Q3 results showed that China, its largest market, has been struggling with continued declines in sales across infant formulas and offline pharmacies.
聚焦日本：抹茶可改善睡眠质量、第一三共的收购活动、生育健康等
本期“聚焦日本”重点关注抹茶改善睡眠和认知功能的益处、第一三共收购 DNS、改善生育健康等。
科学短报：皮肤和矿物质、番茄浓缩物可以降低血压等
本期综合新闻重点关注最新的健康和营养研究成果，包括慢性炎症性皮肤病与铁和锌含量有何关系，以及番茄浓缩物如何有益于血压等。
监管审查：新西兰天然产品法案、中国保健食品备案等最新资讯
我们将重点关注亚太地区健康和营养领域的最新监管公告，包括新西兰政府计划制定一项新法案来监管天然产品，中国允许巧克力、果冻形式的保健食品通过备案系统的政策草案等。
新发现：FromBio、东亚制药、Tonik、斯维诗、Nordia Vitamins 备受关注
了解亚太地区健康和营养品牌的最新发展动态，包括韩国企业 FromBio 和东亚制药如何力图在东南亚市场寻求增长，以及 Tonik、斯维诗和 Nordia Vitamins 推出的新产品。
China focus: Trump’s tariff threat, BYHEALTH’s Q3 performance and more
This edition features plans to bypass potential tariff hikes under the new Trump administration, BYHEALTH’s Q3 losses, promising research on probiotics for improved sleep, and more.
聚焦中国：特朗普政府构成关税威胁、汤臣倍健第三季度业绩、益生菌改善睡眠等
本期“聚焦中国”重点关注规避特朗普新政府可能实施的关税上调计划、汤臣倍健第三季度业绩亏损、有望改善睡眠的益生菌相关研究等
Probiotics ‘had no statistically significant benefits’ for diabetics
Probiotics had no statistically significant benefits for glycaemic control, lipid profiles, or weight in people with Type-2 diabetes, according to an RCT conducted by Chinese researchers at West China Hospital of Sichuan University.
Milk thistle, vitamin C, E most trusted for liver care in China
Milk thistle, vitamin C and E are the top three most trusted among China’s night owls when it comes to liver care supplements, says a whitepaper recently released by BYHEALTH and the Tmall Innovation Center (TMIC).
Trend tracker: Insights from Lonza, Haleon, Tummy Buddies
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends in Asia-Pacific, including insights from Lonza on growing joint health interest among younger consumers, Haleon seeing China consumers increasing vitamin spendings in e-commerce, and popular demands...
US still the #1 probiotics supplement market, but China is catching up: IPA Chief
The United States remains the number one market for probiotic supplementation, but double-digit growth in China could see the Asian country replace the U.S. in “a year, maybe two,” says the executive director of the International Probiotics Association...
BYHEALTH’s lacklustre performance continues into Q3 as profits slide 106%
China health supplements giant BYHEALTH continues to see weak performance as net profits fell 106.30 per cent in Q3 of 2024, resulting in a net loss of RMB$22.42m (US$3.15m). The company reported a net profit of RMB$355.7m (US$49.5m) during the same time...
Gut-brain axis: Lactobacillus strain shown to lengthen sleep duration in 28-day trial
The supplementation of a Lactobacillus strain could lengthen sleep duration by about an hour in healthy adults under mild stress, say findings of a 28-day clinical trial that took place in China.
Caffeine can aid post-exercise recovery, but not anaerobic performance – RCT
High caffeine consumption at 6mg/kg body weight significantly enhances skeletal muscle reactivity at rest, but did not improve anaerobic performance, according to a randomised crossover trial.
Dietary supplement industry considers the future of U.S.-China tariffs
The dietary supplement industry continues to closely monitor the evolution of tariff policies between China and the United States, pending the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.
Vitamin D an “effective adjunctive” for blood glucose control in diabetic patients, says meta-analysis
Vitamin D is an “effective adjunctive” for blood glucose management in people suffering from type II diabetes, says a new meta-analysis that looks at the results of 39 randomised controlled trials.
Regulatory review: Updates on New Zealand's natural products bill, China's health foods filing and more
We look at the latest regulatory announcements across Asia-Pacific's health and nutrition sector, including the New Zealand government's plans in designing a new bill to regulate natural products, China's policy draft for allowing health foods in the...
Patching in: Tonik launches transdermal vitamin, botanical patches across Asia, with new SKUs underway
Tonik is launching its transdermal patches formulated with homeopathic recipes for sleep and stress relief into more Asian markets, while also preparing to launch four new SKU in the next six months.
Consuming zinc may reduce endometriosis risk
Women who included zinc in their diets had lower odds of having endometriosis, according to a study that examined thousands of consumption patterns among Americans.
Science shorts: Skin and minerals, tomato concentrate for blood pressure and more
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research findings, including how chronic inflammatory skin diseases are linked to iron, zinc levels, how tomato concentrate could benefit blood pressure and more.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Water-soluble tomato concentrate’s efficacy in reducing blood pressure shows promise for novel CVD-preventive approaches – BYHEALTH-funded study
A recent study has found water-soluble tomato concentrate (WSTC) to have a significant impact on blood pressure regulation, which could contribute to the development of novel dietary approaches for protecting heart health.
金融综合报道：康维他、Bubs、EZZ 备受关注
本期综合新闻重点关注亚太地区健康和营养公司的最新财务业绩，包括康维他、Bubs Australia、飞鹤、EZZ Life Sciences 和健合集团的见解。
科学短报：雅培、都乐、Toei Shinyaku 的最新发现
本期综合新闻重点关注最新的健康和营养研究成果，包括雅培营养部、都乐和 Toei Shinyaku 的最新科学发现。
监管审查：清真认证、在特殊医学用途配方食品 (FSMP) 中使用维生素 K2、健康星级评级等
我们将重点关注亚太地区健康和营养领域的最新监管公告，如食品公司对取得清真认证的兴趣日益浓厚，以及澳新食品标准局 (FSANZ) 推出的新监管举措，包括允许在特殊医学用途配方食品 (FSMP) 中使用维生素 K2 的可能性，及强制要求对包装食品进行健康星级评级 (HSR) 的可能性。
新发现：珂莱欧、DUOLAC、Fordays 备受关注
了解亚太地区健康和营养品牌的最新发展动态，包括韩国美容品牌珂莱欧进军日本营养护肤品行业、益生菌品牌 DUOLAC 通过中国台湾的连锁超市进行业务扩张等。
China focus: Demand for omega-3, Cell Biotech’s DUOLAC, NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, and more
This edition features the rising demand for omega-3, Cell Biotech’s expansion into greater China regions, NutraIngredients-Asia awards, and more.
本期“聚焦中国”重点关注消费者对 Omega-3 不断增长的需求、Cell Biotech 在大中华区的业务扩张、NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖等。
本期“聚焦中国”重点关注消费者对 Omega-3 不断增长的需求、Cell Biotech 在大中华区的业务扩张、NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖等。
Sweet move? China may allow chocolates, candies, jellies, beverages for health foods filing
China may allow health foods in the form of chocolates, candies, jellies, and beverages to go through the official health foods filing process.
Nutrafol's keratin supplier targets Asia for next phase of hair supplement sector growth
Keraplast, the company which supplies functional keratin to well-known hair supplement brand Nutrafol, is aiming to expand its market presence in Asia, where it has seen growing interest especially from Malaysia and Indonesia.
New Australian supplements data part 1: China set to be first billion dollar export market in 2024
Australian supplements exports to China are forecast to exceed US$1bn for the first time this year, with the key Asian market set to continue to account for a staggering three-quarters of all products shipped overseas.
Trend tracker: Probiotics use among HCPs, rise of hair nutrition in post-COVID era, and more
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends, including how probiotics are increasingly viewed as a valuable healthcare tool in South East Asia, strong demand for hair nutrition products among young women post-COVID, a look into China's liver...
Vitafoods Asia 2024
‘Future alternative protein’: Microbial yeast protein must expand product formats in order to reach larger audience
Microbial alternative proteins such as those made from yeast need to expand into trending product formats in order to secure the awareness and acceptance of a larger consumer group.
Magnesium associated with lower risk of all-cause mortality among rheumatoid arthritis patients – latest study
Rheumatoid arthritis patients with higher magnesium intake had lower risk of all-cause mortality, say researchers.
Growth Asia Summit 2024
Healthy ageing in China: Rising demand for omega-3 targeted at blood, heart, and brain health – GNC
China's ageing population is fuelling demand for omega-3 products among consumers in their 30s to 60s, who are seeking to enhance their blood, heart, and brain health.
Tailored supplementation for preterm infants can better manage iron deficiency – latest study
A tailored iron supplementation plan based on growth, birth weight, and gestational age could be more effective in managing preterm iron deficiency, said Sichuan University researchers.
Cell Biotech’s DUOLAC to capitalise on entry into Taiwan’s Costco for further expansion in Chinese-speaking markets
Cell Biotech-owned supplement brand DUOLAC expects its recent entry into Taiwan’s major supermarket chain to accelerate expansion in the greater China region, amid strong efforts to promote Korean probiotics globally.
How is China’s growing milk supply affecting global dairy exports?
The world’s largest dairy importer has turned increasingly dairy self-sufficient. How is this impacting key commodity exports?
Brand focus: Lactoferrin milk powder maker Jatcorp moves way from distribution, OEM model
Australia-based Jatcorp will focus on building its nutrition brands and potentially acquire at least one new brand in the upcoming year, as it moves away from product distribution and OEM.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 winners announced at celebration evening in Bangkok
The winners of the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 have been announced in Bangkok, at a ceremony to celebrate the region’s brightest and best ingredients, products, research and initiatives.
聚焦日本：森永乳业、小林制药、2024 年 NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖入围名单等
本期“聚焦日本”重点报道森永乳业益生菌体重管理解决方案、小林制药的领导层变动、今年 NutraIngredients-Asia 大奖的入围名单等。
科学短报：耳鸣、多囊卵巢综合征 (PCOS) 和运动表现备受关注
本期综合新闻重点关注最新的健康和营养研究成果，包括虾青素在减轻多囊卵巢综合征 (PCOS) 女性患者炎症方面的作用、铁和锌摄入量与耳鸣风险降低之间的联系，以及咖啡因对运动表现的影响。
新发现：我们的最新报道汇总了 Youvit、森永乳业和正官庄的发展动态
了解亚太地区健康和营养品牌的最新发展动态，包括 Youvit 在开辟印度尼西亚补充剂市场时采取的三管齐下策略、森永乳业的健康老龄化功能性食品创新、韩国红参品牌正官庄的东南亚业务扩张计划等。
趋势追踪：日本女性护理产品兴起、香港 NMN 热潮等
本期综合新闻重点报道营养保健品最新趋势，包括日本女性护理产品兴起、抗衰理念如何推动香港的烟酰胺单核苷酸 (NMN) 应用，以及中国和越南消费者对红参的需求日益增长。