Consumers on the hunt for youth-boosting food and drink, says Mintel
Food, drink and supplement innovators should take tips from the beauty industry as consumers want to fill-up on products that will help them fight the ageing process, says Mintel.
Archives for November 21, 2018
Science shorts: Novel ingredients for gut health, omega-3 findings, and the latest medical cannabis research
Our latest science round-up features the gut health benefits of resveratrol and propolis, omega-3's effects on pregnancy and depression, and BioCeuticals' latest research on medicinal cannabis.
Vitamin D3 has protective potential against upper respiratory tract infection in athletes
Supplementation with vitamin D3 could alleviate symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) in athletes, especially during winter training, according to researchers in South Korea and the US.
"More stick than carrot": Why stricter regulations are needed to stamp out adulteration
Tighter regulation is needed, in addition to advancements in science and technology, to stamp out adulteration in botanical extracts, says Ryan Gorman, brand director of Network Nutrition, a provider of plant-derived ingredients.
Swisse owner H&H makes Aussie infant formula market move with Biostime
China's Health & Happiness (H&H) Group has announced its entry into the Australian infant formula market with Biostime, which has already secured distribution agreements with major pharmacy chains like Chemist Warehouse.
Folic acid most popular with pregnant Japanese, yet most do not know the 'right time' for consumption: Survey
Folic acid is the most popular supplement with pregnant Japanese women, according to a survey conducted by Beanstalk Snow, a Japanese manufacturer of infant nutrition products.