CHINA
Bamboo shoots may offer prebiotic potential
Newly identified polysaccharides from bamboo shoots have the potential to be used as functional ingredients by industry, say researchers.
Archives for June 21, 2016
Swisse Wellness debuts new range of sugar free kids’ supplements
Australian supplement manufacturer Swisse Wellness has launched a sugar-free, tooth friendly, range of wellness products for children, the company says.
Japan
Novel synbiotic combinations could aid dental health
New ‘synbiotic’ combinations of probiotics and prebiotics could be used to fight off bacterial and fungal infections in the mouth, according to a new Japanese-led pilot study.