Pre, pro & postbiotics
L. paracasei KW3110 alleviates ocular symptoms from hay fever – Kirin
Kirin Holdings recently presented study findings on the effect of Lacticaseibacillus paracasei KW3110 on the alleviation of ocular symptoms associated with hay fever.
China’s dietary supplement imports: Fish oil fastest-growing category in H1 2026
Fish oil was the fastest-growing category of dietary supplement imports into China in the first half of this year, based on a report by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Medicines and Health Products (CCCMHPIE).
Vitafoods Asia 2026
Lallemand highlights metabolic balance, working with local partners in Asia
Canadian fermented functional ingredients firm Lallemand cast the spotlight on a product targeting metabolic health at the recent Vitafoods Asia, while underscoring the importance of working with local partners in this region.
Megmilk Snow Brand sets up new unit to drive probiotics and ingredient sales
Japan’s Megmilk Snow Brand Co., Ltd. has established a new business unit to drive domestic and international sales of its nutraceutical ingredients, including probiotics that support gut, immune, and metabolic health.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026
Sports nutrition is becoming everyday nutrition – Taiwan’s VITABOX
Muscle building is a major feature in sports nutrition products, but as consumer profiles and goals become more varied, award-winning Taiwanese brand VITABOX says non-whey and non-amino acid options like probiotics can cater to more individuals while...
Probiotics reduce gastrointestinal impact of weight loss in combat athletes – study
A study in China found that probiotic supplementation could reduce the adverse effects of rapid weight loss in combat athletes by modulating gut homeostasis and strengthening intestinal barrier integrity.
Gut-brain axis: Postbiotic shows potential to ease stress and brain activity
Heat-treated Lactobacillus gasseri CP2305 may boost brain activity for young healthy people and alleviate stress levels, according to a small study from Asahi Quality and Innovations in Japan.
Vitafoods Asia 2026
Probiotics from India: Firms innovate beyond climate constraints for trending needs
India’s upstream probiotic sector may be nascent compared to other Asia-Pacific countries such as China, Japan and South Korea, but the recent Vitafoods Asia 2026 showed a growing presence of Indian probiotic firms ready to introduce their innovations...
Akkermansia may improve PMOS-related measures for obese women: RCT
Daily supplementation with postbiotic Akkermansia muciniphila may improve metabolic and hormone measures in women with obesity-associated polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), says a new study from China.
Across the Nutraverse: Nestlé sells Nature’s Bounty, gut-native bacterium gets Novel Foods, NI on WeChat
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6 reasons to attend the Nutra Healthspan Summit 2026
The Nutra Healthspan Summit is just over two months away! Bridging cutting-edge science and business strategy to extend healthspan through nutrition and supplements, the Nutra Healthspan Summit is a must-attend event, and let us tell you why…
All 17 winners of NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 revealed
From proprietary functional ingredients to consumer products and research projects, all 17 winners of the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 were announced at an award ceremony held in Bangkok today (September 2).
Vitafoods Asia 2026
Vitafoods Asia 2026 show floor preview: Exhibitors A-G
Vitafoods Asia 2026 returns to Bangkok, Thailand, from September 2 to 4, and nutraceutical companies from across the globe will be exhibiting new innovative ingredients, products and services at the show.
Vitafoods Asia 2026
Vitafoods Asia 2026 show floor preview: Exhibitors H-O
Vitafoods Asia 2026, set to take place on September 2 to 4 next week, will shine the spotlight on innovations across trending themes, including healthy longevity, women’s health and more.
Happy Mammoth looks to fill the gap in collagen-gut support
Australian brand Happy Mammoth is looking to fill a market gap in collagen and prebiotic combined supplementation through a product built on the gains of its bestseller.
Microbiome modulation beyond digestion: Four emerging opportunities
The science of the microbiome has moved beyond digestive wellness, with a complex ecosystem found to influence how we perform, age, and thrive.
Across the Nutraverse: Proposed GRAS changes, FFCs in Japan, hair growth supplements surge, Verb’s postbiotic efficacy
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Research builds evidence for gut-muscle axis and proposes AI sarcopenia prediction tool
Probiotics may help protect muscle health in older adults, while a predictive AI model could help identify people at higher risk of sarcopenia, according to a new study.
Science shorts: Turmeric for cognition, carotenoids and eye health in the spotlight
This roundup highlights the latest health and nutrition research findings, including how active sesquiterpenoids from turmeric extract could support cognition, the role of carotenoids in eye health, and more.
Probiotic may boost mood and emotional health for older adults: RCT
Daily supplementation with Pediococcus acidilactici PA53 may improve gastrointestinal health, sleep quality, and happiness scores in older adults, says a new study from China.
Precision synbiotic outperforms probiotics alone for toddler gut-immune health
Combining the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2’-FL with specific Bifidobacterium strains creates a synergistic effect that significantly reduces infectious and atopic disease risk in toddlers, according to new multi-center trial data.
Across the Nutraverse: Probiotic foods in China, Akkermansia I.P., IM8’s $1bn financing deal
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NutraIngredients Asia Awards 2026: And the finalists are…
NutraIngredients is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients Asia Awards 2026... The winners will be announced during an awards presentation in September.
Growth Asia Summit 2026
Kirin expands immune support postbiotics’ use into active lifestyle nutrition
Kirin Holdings Company is applying its immune support postbiotic Lactococcus lactis Plasma (L. lactis Plasma) into new areas of use, specifically active lifestyle nutrition.
The Akkermansia Company secures new US patent for metabolic disorders
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued The Akkermansia Company (TAC) with a new patent, granting the company the exclusive right to market Akkermansia for metabolic disorders.
Across the Nutraverse: Judgement on fake Urolithin A sellers, Eggnovo novel food approval, TCI’s probiotics strategy
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Probiotic may boost lifespan by 20%, for worms at least
Nematode worms fed a probiotic isolated from a Chinese centenarian may live for 20% longer, with the postbiotic metabolites linked to antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
Growth Asia Summit 2026
Paradigm shift: Next frontier of probiotics lies in traceability and functionality – TCI
Taiwanese company TCI says the next frontier of probiotics is not drawing more correlations between the gut and other organs, but tracing what travels between and building a more complete evidence chain.
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends may improve gut function
Probiotic–phytonutrient blends containing Lacticaseibacillus and Bifidobacterium strains plus citrus bioflavonoids and dandelion root extract could improve bowl function and gut health, according to a new study.
NVP Healthcare eyes foothold in Latin America through partnership with Brazilian firm
South Korean biohealth firm NVP Healthcare has entered into an exclusive supply deal for its proprietary probiotic ingredient with a Brazilian company to bolster its expansion in the Latin America region.
Across the Nutraverse: Biotics in space, UNPA to sunset, SGP mandatory notification
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Probiotic–phytonutrient blends may boost bowel function and other gut health measures
Probiotics blend plus dandelion root powder and citrus bioflavonoid complex may improve bowel function and normalize stools, and reduce leaky gut, says a new study from HEM Pharma and Amway Research and Development.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Check out the major MNCs in our latest confirmed agenda
Exclusive insights from senior leaders in Asia’s nutra, food and beverage sectors are coming your way this July, via our Growth Asia Summit 2026
Mix of 2’-FL and high-HMO-utilizing probiotic overcomes limitations – Morinaga study
A new study finds that the benefits of 2’-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) in infant and young child formulae may be restricted by inter-individual and age-dependent differences in gut microbiota responses, and supplementation with a high human milk...
Across the Nutraverse: Super El Niño, Benicaros gets novel foods, Function acquires SuppCo, ‘neglected’ men’s health category
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CJ Wellcare makes advances in strain-specific prebiotics, personalized sleep care
South Korean company CJ Wellcare recently shared its research on strain-customized prebiotics to improve the viability and functional activity of lactic acid bacteria, and announced its partnership with a sleep tech start-up.
Across the Nutraverse: Microbiome investments, B6 concerns, functional marine ingredient innovation
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Probiotic-fermented yogurt improves glucose control, gut microbiota: Meiji study
Daily consumption of probiotic-fermented yogurt was associated with improvements in glucose dynamics and gut microbiota, suggesting the latter’s potential role in modulating the metabolic effects of yogurt, says a new study from Japan.
How cross border e-comm and social platforms power China’s booming supplement market
With 51% of consumer spending in China being online, it is critical for brands to understand these online market places and ecosystems and digital channels, says Peter McMath, chief growth officer for WPIC Marketing + Technologies.
Gut-lung axis: RCT supports Bifido probiotic’s immune-supporting benefits
Daily supplementation with a Bifidobacterium probiotic strain may significantly reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and eczema in infants and toddlers, says a new study from China.
Mintel reveals top taste trends driving food and beverage formulation
Economic uncertainty is driving consumers towards comforting, familiar flavors, according to Mintel’s 2026 The Future of Flavors report.
Heat-treated postbiotic linked to skin elasticity gains in clinical trial
A postbiotic strain previously studied in atopic dermatitis was tested in a recent clinical trial involving healthy middle-aged women, funded by Kaneka Corporation and published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology.
Probiotic strain linked to improved sleep quality
A new study suggested probiotic strain Bacillus coagulans IDCC 1201 improved sleep fragmentation and maintenance in sleep-disturbed participants who took it for four weeks.
Across the Nutraverse: India’s ashwagandha leaf ban, prebiotics in Canada, sports nutrition opportunity
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