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The supplementation of a whey-derived peptide has been shown to lower self-perceived levels of stress among middle-aged adults, according to a six-week study conducted by Kirin Holdings.
Blackmores’ strong sales performance in Q3 FY2024 has helped parent company Kirin reduce the operating loss coming from its health science business.
Probiotic strain Lactobacillus paragasseri OLL2716 can help improve gastric discomfort and mental health in healthy adults with gastric complaints, a Meiji-funded study revealed.
Aker BioMarine is hoping to secure a Food with Function Claim (FFC) in Japan in relation to krill oil and skin health in a move it hopes will significantly boost its business within a booming category in the country.
Japanese cosmetics manufacturer ALMADO has launched its first Foods with Function Claims (FFC) product that contains eggshell membrane and GABA, targeting consumers with concerns regarding sleep, dry and ageing skin, and muscle loss.
Extensive functional food and beverage innovation in Japan is a great platform for showcasing new concepts that could be adopted by partners overseas, says Morinaga.
Meiji is launching a new product under its WELLCACAO range, which is made with the company’s proprietary cacao-based ingredient that claims to be less bitter and better retain nutrients such as polyphenols.
Japanese consumers are increasingly seeking evidence-based products with a particular focus on healthy ageing, cognitive health, menopause and vitality, and are increasingly willing to embrace new format innovations, says Kaneka.
Japan is seeking to alleviate the impact of global warming on its domestic food supply chain after new data showed how rising temperatures are hitting crops and increasing food loss.
Japan firm Euglena Co Ltd, which specialises in health supplements and cosmetics developed using the microalgae euglena, has launched a urine test kit which it said could detect the levels of 11 items, including calcium and zinc.
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.
Clinical trials that assess the effects of Foods with Function Claims on the gut microbiome and blood glucose levels are the most requested by industry players, says a contract research organisation that has conducted trials for Kirin and Suntory.
このラウンドアップでは、Abbott Nutrition、Dole、東栄新薬の最新の科学的知見を含む、最新の健康と栄養に関する研究成果を紹介します。
アジア太平洋地域の保健・栄養分野で最近発表された、食品企業のハラール認証取得への関心の高まりや、オーストラリア・ニュージーランド食品規格 (FSANZ) による新たな規制イニシアティブなどを検証、具体的には、特殊医学用途調整食品 (FSMP) でビタミンK2の使用を認める可能性や、包装食品に健康星評価 (HSR) を義務付ける可能性などが取り上げています。
Kビューティーブランド「Clio」の日本でのニュートリコスメへの進出、プロバイオティクスブランド「DUOLAC」の台湾でのスーパーマーケットチェーン展開など、アジア太平洋 地域のヘルス＆ニュートリションブランドの新展開をご覧ください。
今回は、オメガ3需要の高まり、Cell Biotechの中国地域拡大、NutraIngredients-Asia アワードなどについて特集します。
This edition features matcha’s benefits for sleep and cognitive function, Daiichi Sankyo’s acquisition of DNS, improving fertility health, and more.
今回は、抹茶の睡眠と認知機能への効果、第一三共のDNS買収、不妊症の健康改善などを特集します。
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.
The consumption of matcha green tea powder over 12 months has shown the tendency for improved sleep quality among seniors, according to a trial conducted in Japan.
Japan’s Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Co Ltd has acquired sports nutrition brand DNS as it continues to grow its portfolio from pharmaceuticals to functional foods, oral and skin care.
South Korean firm Clio has debuted its ingestible beauty brand, TRUE RX, in drugstores across Japan, underlining its expansion endeavours in this market beyond the cosmetics sector.
The KA21 strain of King Agaricus mushroom has potential to combat male hair loss and erectile dysfunction, support female fertility, and manage menopause symptoms for both sexes, say researchers in Japan.
このラウンドアップでは、多嚢胞性卵巣症候群（PCOS）に悩む女性の炎症を抑えるアスタキサンチンの役割、鉄と亜鉛の摂取量と耳鳴りのリスクとの関連、運動パフォーマンスにおけるカフェインなど、最新の健康と栄養に関する研究結果に焦点を当てています。
インドネシアのサプリメント市場を開拓するYouvitのスリー・プロングド・アプローチ、森永乳業のヘルシーエイジング機能性食品のイノベーション、韓国の紅参ブランドJung Kwan Jangの東南アジア拡大計画など、アジア太平洋地域の健康・栄養ブランドの新展開をお届けします。
日本でのフェムケア製品の台頭、香港でのアンチエイジングによるニコチンアミドモノヌクレオチド（NMN）の使用促進、中国とベトナムでの紅参の需要拡大など、最新のニュートラシューティカル・トレンドの総まとめです。
A new consumer survey conducted by Suntory found that fatigue, anxiety, and bad skin conditions were the most common health issues for Japanese aged 18 to 34.
This edition of Japan Focus features Morinaga Milk’s new range of healthy ageing foods, functional food trends, Umami Cola’s koji formulation, and more.
今回の「China focus」では、収益性の問題がある中でのCoQ10の需要、ADMの中国におけるプロバイオティクス推進、Feiheの利益成長などについて掘り下げています。
今月の「Japan Focus」では、機能性表示食品の注目素材、日本における新しい魚由来・ヴィーガン オメガ3の選択肢、森永乳業の最新機能性食品シリーズなどを特集しています。
Japanese firm Fordays aims to build on the success of its nucleic acid-based supplements, which it claims to be particularly beneficial for immunity, infant growth and ageing woes, and extend its reach to more markets in Asia and globally.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024
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.
The KA21 mushroom is effective in repairing skin damage and maintaining skin elasticity, according to new research findings.
Japan’s beverage giant Kirin has completed the acquisition of FANCL and is now aiming to “become one of the largest health science companies in Asia-Pacific.”
German food supplement company Orthomol is aiming to replicate its South Korea success in other markets, especially in Asia and the Middle East.
GABA remains prominent the most popular ingredient used within Japan's Foods with Function Claims (FFC) market, rice bran-derived 3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl) propionic acid (HMPA) moving up to second place, exclusive new data reveals.
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends, including the rise of femcare products in Japan, how anti-ageing is driving nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) use in Hong Kong, and growing demand for red ginseng in China and Vietnam.
The supplementation of a synbiotic has shown to increase resting energy expenditure in overweight or mildly obese adults, according to a clinical trial funded by Japan confectionery company Ezaki Glico.
Norwegian supplier GC Rieber is eyeing Japan’s saturated omega-3 market with it fish-derived and vegan options, which it claims offer a more pleasant sensory experience.
Growth Asia Summit 2024
Morinaga Milk Industry has launched a series of functional foods across yogurt, sachet powder, milk formula, and fermented drinks to support the nutritional needs of Japan’s rapidly ageing population.
Exclusive data on Japan's functional foods sector has highlighted a growing demand for 'femcare', signalling growth potential in areas such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder and vaginal health.
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research findings, including the role of astaxanthin in reducing inflammation in women suffering from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), the link between iron and zinc intake and tinnitus risk, and...
Japanese adults in their 20s and 30s are most interested in personalised nutrition as compared to the other age groups, a survey conducted by Suntory-backed start-up Rem3dy Health has found.
このラウンドアップでは、閾値下不眠症に悩む成人の睡眠改善におけるイワベンケイと ハス抽出物の可能性に関する最新の健康・栄養学研究、炎症マーカー低下におけるクルクミンの有益性を示す新たなメタ分析の結果、新生児黄疸の軽減における出生前プロバイオティクスの有益性を評価する進行中の研究について見てゆきます。
Amwayが長寿と腸の健康ソリューションにどのように注力しているか、NYO3の中国に おけるオキアミオイルイノベーション戦略、霊芝専門メーカーGanoHerbの拡大計画など、アジア太平洋地域の健康・栄養ブランドの新展開をご覧ください。
ここでは、メンタルウェルビーイングが子供向けサプリメント業界を牽引する重要なトレンドのひとつになりつつあることや、水分補給、プロテイン、GLP-1をめぐる活発な動きがもたらす市場機会に企業がどのように乗ろうとしているかなど、最新の栄養補助食品のトレンドをまとめています。
今回のチャイナ・フォーカスでは、吸収を改善したカルシウムサプリメント、食後の血糖値上昇を抑えるエキスを含むウーロン茶など、Haleon、Danone、Nestleの新製品を取り上げます。
This edition of Japan focus features Morinaga Milk’s probiotic solution for weight management, change of leadership at Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the finalists for this year’s NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, and more.
今回のJapan focusでは、森永乳業の体重管理用プロバイオティクス ソリューション、小林製薬のリーダー交代、今年のNutraIngredients-Asia Awardsのファイナリストなどをご紹介します。
Behind the Big Story
German food supplement company Orthomol believes its market success in South Korea is largely due to the novelty of its products, recommendation from a famous celebrity, and the good perception of German brands.