Archives for July 17, 2019

Just half a serving of sugary drinks per week heightens obesity risk in diabetics: Study

An intake of more than 0.5 servings per week of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) may potentially increase the risk of metabolic syndrome in diabetic patients, according to a study from the Middle East.

Omega-3 and dairy: Supplementing animal feed with fish oil most effective strategy for boosting levels

Scientists from Australia and Vietnam have discovered that supplementing animal feed with fish oil is the most effective way in increasing long-chain fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFA) in dairy products.

HI / FI China 2019

Krill in South Korea: Aker Biomarine sets sights on supplements success in new market

Krill oil supplier Aker Biomarine is exploring more Asian markets, with South Korea showing significant sales potential to build on its presence in China, Japan, Taiwan, and Malaysia.

Killer findings: How microbiota-derived metabolites enhance immunity – Australian research

New research has established that the microbiome and its metabolic products promote the way specialised killer immune cells (CD8+ T cells) protect from infections.

Healthy Ageing APAC Summit 2019

Three strategies for the Indian nutrition industry to secure success in face of limited consumer contact

Stronger scientific evidence for products, a focus on regionalisation and the education of both consumers and the medical sector are three key factors for success in the nutrition industry in India.