NutraIngredients-Asia’s top 10 most-read news articles in 2024 revealed
We reveal the top 10 most-read news articles on NutraIngredients-Asia for year 2024, where stories on nutraceuticals’ quality and safety have grabbed the most attention.
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Supplier focus: The top 10 most-read functional ingredient suppliers news in 2024
We reveal the top 10 most-read news articles featuring NutraIngredients-Asia’s interviews with functional ingredients suppliers in the past year.
Generation next: HMOs could be a new category of prebiotics in the market – NUS-AMILI study
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) could potentially support neurological function, immune and metabolic health, offering a unique differentiation against existing prebiotic formulations in the market.
Trends spotlight: Top 10 most-read nutra trends news articles of 2024
Find out the top 10 most-read nutraceutical trends related news articles of year 2024, with our in-depth analysis of different Asia-Pacific markets, including Indonesia, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong topping the list.
Science and research: Find out the top 10 most-read stories of year 2024
This year’s most-read research news articles on NutraIngredients-Asia centred on safety and quality, as well as new scientific findings on the role of probiotics, nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), and more.
Kirin sets 300bn yen revenue goal for health science business
Kirin has outlined a series of initiatives that will combine its strengths, as well as that of subsidiaries FANCL and Blackmores, in achieving a revenue of 300bn yen (US$1.95bn) for its health science business by 2030.
APAC must overcome policy, behaviour gaps to meet nutrition goals – expert panel
The Asia Pacific region still needs to overcome major gaps in policy implementation and consumer behaviour management in order to meet ideal nutritional goals, according to an expert panel.
Supplements in the social media era: Life without TikTok
TikTok’s potential Jan. 19 ban could leave a gap in the social commerce ecosystem, challenging supplement brands to find new ways to connect with health-conscious consumers.
Regulatory focus: Top 10 most-read APAC nutraceutical regulatory news of 2024
There has been a flurry of activity around Asia-Pacific’s nutraceutical regulatory landscape this year. Here, we reveal the top 10 stories that have garnered the most attention among our readers.
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‘Rediscovered category’: Wellness’ growing importance in food, skincare firms strategies uncovered
Wellness and functionality are increasingly incorporated into food and beverages as well as the oral skincare space as companies seek to provide “value for money” products and tap on the first-mover advantage.
Brand focus: Top 10 most-read nutra and consumer health brand stories in 2024
Check out the top 10 most-read features on nutraceutical and consumer health brands in year 2024, with Amway Nutrilite, Shiseido INRYU, Elivity, Melrose Health, Nestle, Unilever, and Haleon topping the list.
GOED: A solid year for the EPA and DHA omega-3 category
The year 2024 for the EPA and DHA omega-3 category saw a rebound in a crucial supply source, a positive development with regards to a pending European contaminant regulation and the possibility of an upcoming intake recommendation (DRI) review in the US...
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Food for good: Expert panel explores natural compounds for metabolic health
From exploring phenolic rich ingredients such as black pepper to bee pollen, an expert panel has pointed out how the food industry should put in more efforts into developing healthier products that could benefit both gut and metabolic health.
Healthspan, personalization and tech: Euromonitor predicts 2025 consumer trends
The data and analytics firm has forecast a notable shift in consumers’ mindsets next year from simply lengthening lifespans to trying to improving the quality of that longer life. What does this mean for the future of health and wellness?
Brand new: JSHealth, Berocca, a2 Milk in the spotlight
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Australian brand JSHealth’s brick-and-mortar retail debut in the Asian market, Berocca’s recent new product development concepts, and how a2 Milk plans to grow in...
A sharper Asian focus: Five studies to explore HMOs, postbiotics in APAC populations
Five Asia-focused projects will examine the effects of human oligosaccharides (HMOs) and postbiotics – independently or with probiotics – on immunity, metabolism, ageing, and mental health.
‘Curious and health conscious’: Desire for novelty and wellness drive interest in Japanese products – JETRO Singapore
As consumer demand for novelty and health-focused offerings continues to grow, Japanese brands are finding renewed optimism to bring authentic and innovative products into the Asia Pacific market.
Regulatory review: India’s inter-ministerial report, Malaysia’s modern claims and more
We look at the latest regulatory announcements happening across Asia-Pacific’s health and nutrition sector, including India’s inter-ministerial committee report on nutraceutical regulations, new updates on modern claims product approval in Malaysia and...
Hidden hunger: How dairy can help tackle the triple burden of malnutrition among South East Asian children
South East Asian children are facing the triple burden of malnutrition – undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies, with the latter, known as ‘hidden hunger’, emerging as an alarming trend.
Growth Asia Summit 2025: Early bird delegate rate extended to December 24!
The early bird delegate sale, with a 25% discount, for our Growth Asia Summit has been extended to December 24.
Navigating the legal landscape of ingredients for mind health
Ayurvedic herbs, probiotics, CBD, and mushrooms are under scrutiny as the mind health boom means brands must overcome regulatory hurdles, says an industry expert.
We’ve upgraded NutraIngredients-Asia to give you more of what you love
We’re thrilled to announce that we have migrated NutraIngredients-Asia to a new platform.
Science shorts: Probiotics, vitamin D, curcumin on diabetes and more
This round-up looks at the latest health and nutrition research findings, including the effects of probiotics, vitamin D, and curcumin supplementation on blood glucose control, and how a South Korean firm is studying the use of propolis on cognitive health.
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Life stages and dosage formats fuelling sleep support innovation
Supplements for sleep support are moving beyond melatonin or GABA pills designed for the general population, as companies place greater attention on insomnia and menopause, and designing non-pill products, such as meal replacement powders.
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Propolis for the brain: Korean firm explores new uses
Korean company Seoul Propolis is exploring novel uses of propolis, such as its effects on cognitive health, amid an ongoing trend where natural and functional foods are sought after.
Why are under 25s the key market for collagen beauty products?
In recent years, collagen supplements have become a go-to beauty-from-within solution for anti-aging and skin health, yet it seems that consumers under the age of 25 drive the most sales. Here’s why...
Trend tracker: Insights from Lonza, Haleon, Tummy Buddies
Here is a round-up on the latest nutraceutical trends in Asia-Pacific, including insights from Lonza on growing joint health interest among younger consumers, Haleon seeing China consumers increasing vitamin spendings in e-commerce, and popular demands...
More younger consumers in APAC seeking out joint supplements to meet active lifestyle needs, prevent future woes – Lonza
Switzerland-headquartered Lonza pinpoints opportunities in tailoring joint health products to appeal to younger consumers, who are increasingly looking for supplements to address their active lifestyle needs and concerns about future problems.
Blackmores taps into ‘underutilised’ opportunities in VDS for sleep support
Blackmores is capitalising on white spaces in vitamins and dietary supplements (VDS) for sleep support, as it believes that nutritional interventions need to play a “much bigger role” in the holistic management of this growing problem.
Blackmores boost: Strong sales reduce losses for Kirin’s health science business
Blackmores’ strong sales performance in Q3 FY2024 has helped parent company Kirin reduce the operating loss coming from its health science business.
Gut-brain axis: Lactobacillus strain shown to lengthen sleep duration in 28-day trial
The supplementation of a Lactobacillus strain could lengthen sleep duration by about an hour in healthy adults under mild stress, say findings of a 28-day clinical trial that took place in China.
Caffeine can aid post-exercise recovery, but not anaerobic performance – RCT
High caffeine consumption at 6mg/kg body weight significantly enhances skeletal muscle reactivity at rest, but did not improve anaerobic performance, according to a randomised crossover trial.
Eggy excellence: Eggnovo eyes Asia’s booming beauty-from-within market with low-dose, upcycled eggshell collagen
Spain-based Eggnovo has set its sights on the beauty-from within and joint health markets in Asia, believing that its collagen upcycled from eggshells can provide consumers with a versatile option that is required in much lower doses than regular collagen.
Regulatory review: Updates on New Zealand's natural products bill, China's health foods filing and more
We look at the latest regulatory announcements across Asia-Pacific's health and nutrition sector, including the New Zealand government's plans in designing a new bill to regulate natural products, China's policy draft for allowing health foods in the...
Patching in: Tonik launches transdermal vitamin, botanical patches across Asia, with new SKUs underway
Tonik is launching its transdermal patches formulated with homeopathic recipes for sleep and stress relief into more Asian markets, while also preparing to launch four new SKU in the next six months.
Join us for Microbiome Innovations APAC webinar on Tues, Nov 5
Our Microbiome Innovations APAC editorial webinar will take place on Tuesday (November 5), 3pm Singapore time, and registration is FREE.
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South Korea’s Dong-A Pharma targets SEA markets with kids, beauty supplement range
Dong-A Pharmaceutical is now looking to grow its exports markets, focusing on kids and beauty-from-within supplements in South East Asia, the company told us in Vitafoods Asia held in Bangkok.
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Mibelle ventures into skin brightening with apple mint leaves extract launch
Mibelle is expanding into the skin brightening nutricosmetic sector with the launch of an apple mint leaves extract.
Garbage in, garbage out: Artificial intelligence could become ‘crucial’ nutraceutical industry tool if 'care is taken'
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the nutraceuticals industry could become a ‘crucial’ component of innovation and regulatory compliance processes, but care must be taken regarding the information that is fed into the technology.
Blurring boundaries: Cargill builds on infant nutrition and flavours expertise to advance specialised nutrition business
Cargill is building on its decades-long experience in infant nutrition and know-how on flavours to grow its specialised nutrition business, a focus area for the company’s next stage of development.
Fastest wins: Tate & Lyle on why innovation speed and digitalisation is key for success in Asia
Tate & Lyle has highlighted that speedy innovation and operational digitalisation are more important to the food and beverage sector in Asia than anywhere else in the world, amidst the unveiling of its new globally-connected research laboratory.
Science shorts: Skin and minerals, tomato concentrate for blood pressure and more
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.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Iron metabolism linked to psoriasis, zinc and selenium intake may reduce atopic dermatitis risk – study
A recent study by Chinese researchers has found that iron metabolism is linked to the onset of psoriasis, and that the intake of zinc and selenium could lower the risk of atopic dermatitis.
Cauldron Ferm’s new precision fermentation facility in Queensland set to reduce production cost, raise capacity
Australia-based Cauldron Ferm has received funding from the Queensland Government to develop a first-of-its-kind precision fermentation facility in Mackay, which is expected to reduce costs and raise production capacity significantly.
Healthier horizons: Sugar reduction and allergen aversion amongst major APAC demands in functional beverage sector
The Asia Pacific functional beverage industry is increasingly seeing consumer demands for sugar reduction, label transparency and allergen aversion becoming commonplace.
Gut health in Asia: An AI perspective on key trends that brands should take note of
There is no slow down in the interest around gut health in maintaining wellness across different life stages, especially set against the backdrop of Asia's ageing population.
U-turn ahead: Nestle reunites Greater China management with rest of Asia as new CEO pledges ‘core’ growth focus
Nestle is reintegrating the Greater China region with the rest of Asia, as new CEO Laurent Freixe unveiled a significant U-turn from its 2021 geographical ‘sharpening’ strategy.
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“A to Z clean vitamins”: VOOST former boss’ new venture aims to transform powder supplements
Thomas Sibel, co-founder of effervescent tablet vitamin brand VOOST sold to P&G in 2021, has set out to transform the supplements sector through his new venture Nordia Vitamins – a clean label vitamin brand focusing on powders.
The Milky Way: Transformation of Nepal’s dairy sector 'an example' for Asian countries seeking modernisation
The Milky Way Program, which aims to modernise Nepal’s dairy sector by improving dairy herd genetics, farming practices, and milk quality, could provide a blueprint for other low and middle-income countries.