See August's 10 most read stories, including China's growing interest in NMN supplements, Danone China's new HMO, A2 formulas, South Korea pilots personalised nutrition retail stores, and more.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was China’s biggest export destination for dietary supplement ingredients and products in the first half of this year, while the Middle East is likely to offer further growth potential, says a report...
Malaysia’s edible bird’s nest cooperative EBN Kowalit has reported a rebound in sales with Chinese consumers identifying the beauty food with immune health benefits.
APAC’s probiotics sector is continuing to soar, but consumers are increasingly seeking applications beyond supplements and dairy, with honey, tea and coffee emerging as potential formats for innovation.
This round-up includes a three-part feature on Japan's Foods with Function Claims (FFC) market, Kirin-Dentsu JV launching a hop extract supplement for cognitive health, Eminet entering the Thai beauty market with a liquid collagen sachet product...
A number of nutraceutical companies from the US and Europe, including algae omega-3 maker Qualitas Health and botanical-based supplement firm Legacy Healthcare, are tapping into the fast-growing nutraceutical market in India.
Hong Kong-based personalised nutrition company Alixir Life is looking to add healthy ageing supplements into its tailored service for consumers, which currently targets 10 different health conditions.
There is a revival in consumers’ trust of ayurvedic herbs, as well as a spike in the sales of apple cider vinegar in India, as interest in products with purported immunity benefits gather pace amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some dietary supplement brands have adopted e-commerce or are planning to shift their manufacturing facilities in response to COVID-19, said the Philippines’ dietary supplement association.
Sales of stress management supplements, which includes mood support and sleep products, have increased over 35% year-on-year, according to data provided by SPINS.
End-of-sale, product reformulation, and the lack of a positive sales outlook are the top three reasons for the withdrawal of Foods with Functional Claims (FFCs) from the market, according to exclusive data revealed in our third spotlight on the Japan...
Recently published survey findings from Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) have revealed that a high percentage of consumers were not actively taking health or functional foods, with a local expert attributing this to a lack of knowledge, unmet health...
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), indigestible dextrin, and omega-3 are three of the most commonly used ingredients in Foods with Function Claims (FFCs) in Japan, according to exclusive data revealed in the second of our spotlights on the market.
Dietary supplement brands which sell through pharmacies are reluctant or finding it difficult to establish their own e-commerce operations, despite the importance of a digital presence in the COVID-19 era, according to the country’s health supplement...
The United States’ ban of China’s popular social media application WeChat is unlikely to severely impact businesses in the dietary supplement industry, according to an industry expert.
Australia-based supplement company Vmores’ newest launch is a bird’s nest supplement manufactured using its freeze-drying technology, which the firm hopes will provide a more convenient format for consumers beyond the traditional cooking process.
In this round-up, we look at how Danone is banking on new HMO, A2 toddler formulas for success in China, financial performance from BY-HEALTH in the first six months of 2020, and the expansion plans of probiotics firm Scitop Bio-tech.
A recycling initiative by Watsons Hong Kong has collected over 47,000 of used glass and aluminium dietary supplements containers as part of its sustainability efforts.
See July's 10 most read stories, including new findings on the types of health supplements that could reduce COVID-19 severity, products that consumers in China have been taking during the COVID-19 lockdown, as well as brand stories.
China Post has opened its first in-house pharmacy in Beijing, but industry experts have argued that several developments are required if it is to lead to significant new opportunities for supplement firms.
South Korea will see the opening of 150 brick-and-mortar stores specialising in selling personalised nutrition products in the next two year as part of a pilot project, said the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS).
In this round-up, we highlight the ongoing trends in the health and nutrition industry, including the best-selling vitamin, calcium, Q10 brands in China, how India is leading APAC in terms of new immune health foods launch and more.
Hong Kong-based start-up Heavens Please is hoping to ‘destigmatise’ CBD in Asia as it looks to expand its online marketplace with more locally made products targeting the immune system.
AmericanMarijuana.org recently surveyed over 1,000 consumers who give their pets Cannabidiol (CBD). The survey aimed to gauge the attitudes of pet owners, their veterinarians, and what factors influenced their decisions.
Experts from Yili, DuPont, Beneo, Sanitarium and NUS will be sharing their insights on preventive health, wellness as part of our next Food Navigator Unlocking Innovation webinar on August 4.
Today we can announce the ingredient companies, finished product brands and research projects that have made the shortlist for the 2020 NutraIngredients-Asia awards.
Food and beverage firms in Australia would do well to maintain product pricing, focus on advertising and research, as well as wisely streamline their product ranges in order to come out on top post-COVID-19, according to recommendations from an industry...
Australia’s Blackmores, Swisse, and GNC from the US were China’s most imported health foods brands across a range of top-selling product categories, according to a new report.
Japanese brand Eminet is entering Thailand’s collagen market with a liquid beauty-from-within fish collagen launch, which is touted to be the first such sachet product in the country.
Japanese dairy product company Morinaga Milk Industry has revealed plans to expand its yoghurt range by introducing more products with functional benefits, accelerate its lactoferrin research and e-commerce business as part of its key initiatives for...
India is leading the APAC market with the highest number of new food, drinks and supplements that bear immune system-boosting claims launched in the last five months. Australia and Indonesia ranked second and third.
Singapore supplement start-up Nano Singapore Wellness Innovation has outlined plans to expand across the rest of the ASEAN region, with the firm keen to court the younger demographic via its social media strategy.
Experts from Coca-Cola, the UN, Sodexo, PMA A-NZ and Dassault Systèmes will be sharing their insights on supply chain and sustainability as part of our next Food Navigator Unlocking Innovation webinar on July 28.
Immune, digestive, cognitive health concerns have been listed as the key drivers in the development of new infant formula products – according to two industry experts.
UK-based personalised nutrition company Nourished is eyeing the high vitamin deficiency levels in the Middle East region as an opportunity to expand its operations across the region.
Local acceptance of milk and dairy products in China has rocketed over the past year, driven by some 96% of the population believing that dairy consumption can help improve immunity.
There has been several new immune health products and ingredients entering the market or are undergoing clinical trials since the COVID-19 pandemic occurred. The following gallery shows the new products that have been launched and the list will be updated...
Researchers claim Japan’s Foods with Function Claims (FFC) rules need to be overhauled, with four in five (79.5%) blood pressure management products ‘lacking’ clear label claims, a study has found.
It’s been promoted for relaxation, muscle spasms, depression, gastrointestinal issues, and more. Now, a number of products claim cannabidiol can help in the bedroom.
Grocery store sales have helped support the strong growth of natural health products sales in New Zealand, as footfall to pharmacies declined during the nation’s COVID-19 lockdown.
India’s nutraceutical ingredient suppliers have reported a higher demand for native ayurvedic herbs, such as turmeric and andrographis, especially from the US and Europe, partly due to COVID-19.
The second webinar from APAC in our FoodNavigator Unlocking Innovation Online Series will focus on NPD and the evolving consumer landscape, featuring expert insights from Ajinomoto, Heineken, JD, Chr. Hansen and Ingredion.
There is huge scope in tailoring active and sports nutrition products toward the general population, especially if the can also offer immunity benefits, an expert panel has underlined.
