Aussie discount pharmacy chain to set foot in the UK
Chemist Warehouse has set its sights on the UK market and is working with London-based GreenLight pharmacies to do so.
Brands & manufacturers
Cereulide found in The a2 Milk Company’s infant formula
New Zealand-headquartered The a2 Milk Company (a2MC) is recalling three batches - or 63,078 tins - of its a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula 0-12 months USA label due to the presence of cereulide, a heat-stable toxin.
VMS brands double down on e-commerce, Douyin in China
Health supplement brands from Centrum to BYHEALTH are doubling down on their e-commerce efforts in China, especially in Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok.
Brand new: BioGaia, Calbee, Nestle, myBrainCo in the spotlight
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including BioGaia’s new product launch in China, Calbee’s personalized nutrition service in Singapore, myBrainCo to grow its pharmacy footprint and Nestle-NTU research partnership.
Euglena acquires microalgae business to strengthen immune health range
Japanese company Euglena is acquiring the microalgae business of Kobelco Eco-Solutions, which it says will beef up its immune health offerings.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Alpro Pharmacy, BYHEALTH to present on metabolic health
Metabolic health and weight management are two key themes covered in this year’s Growth Asia Summit 2026 and Malaysia-based Alpro Pharmacy chain and China’s health supplement giant BYHEALTH are among the key speakers.
‘Immense opportunity’ in India’s sports nutrition but challenges persist
Indian firm BigMuscles Nutrition sees significant growth opportunities in its domestic market’s sports nutrition industry, but challenges relating to misinformation, price sensitivity and product quality remain to be addressed.
myBrainCo partners pharmacy veteran to gain ground in new sales channel
Australian supplements brand myBrainCo is partnering StirlingFildes Plus to leverage the latter’s connections in the pharmacy industry, a sector it is looking to establish a foothold in.
Sports nutrition company Maurten fuels Sawe to marathon world record
Kenyan athlete Sabastian Sawe became the first person to break the two-hour barrier in an official marathon yesterday in London—a feat fueled by 115 g of carbohydrate every hour.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026: Early bird entry fee closes on Apr 30
The early-bird entry fee for the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 closes this Thursday (April 30). Save US$50 on each entry submitted before this date.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Bel Group, Calbee spotlight Protein and Healthier Innovation
With demand for protein and healthier product innovation rapidly on the rise in Asia, top brands will discuss these topics in detail at this year’s Growth Asia Summit
Calbee, AMILI bring personalized nutrition to Singapore
Japanese food, snacks and nutrition company Calbee is partnering with the Singapore microbiome firm AMILI in bringing personalized nutrition to the country.
Calm in a can: Savvy launches functional beverage targeting mental, menopausal needs
Aussie brand Savvy has released a ready-to-drink functional beverage targeted at reducing stress and anxiety while maintaining mental performance, which also responds to a growing need for menopause support among women.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Haleon, Siens by Dabur, Yili to discuss healthy longevity
Healthy ageing and healthspan are trending topics worldwide, and this year’s Growth Asia Summit will bring together top brands from across the region to present their insights and strategies.
Trend tracker: India’s protein boom, energy drinks, Chinese firms’ global expansion
Find out more about the booming protein trend in India, energy drinks consumption in China and how Chinese firms are increasingly expanding overseas in this news round-up.
Google to launch personalized nutrition app with S’pore microbiome firm
Singapore microbiome firm AMILI and Google are planning to launch a personalized nutrition mobile application at the end of April.
Brand new: BYHEALTH’s protein upgrade, MIRIQA’s immunity debut, Elevit and more
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including how BYHEALTH is meeting consumer demand for higher-quality protein powder, MIRIQA’s debut in the immune health category, Elevit in Australia and more.
BioGaia seizing oral health opportunities in China through cross-border trade
BioGaia has launched its probiotic supplement for bad breath and oral health via cross-border trade in China, where the company sees rising demand and significant growth opportunities.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Duke-NUS Medical School, Morinaga, Yeo’s to present kids’ nutrition
Growth Asia Summit 2026 takes place from July 8 to 10 in Singapore, and childhood nutrition is one of the main themes to be covered on the first day of the summit.
From India to Japan: What’s happening in the functional protein space?
From India to Japan, protein is fast becoming a staple in functional food products, with consumer-packaged goods companies incorporating it into their products or investing in smaller outfits specializing in protein products.
Energy and sports drinks demand is robust in China, says Eastroc
There is “robust” demand for functional drinks such as energy beverages and sports drinks in China, says Eastroc, which reported a 17.3% increase in energy beverage sales and a 119% growth in sales of its sports drinks last year.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026: Entries open for submission
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 are now open for entry submission, with 17 categories up for contest!
Across the Nutraverse: China’s top supplement categories, Danone acquires Huel, B3 + B6 for muscles
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Vanity-led demand: Vitagen taps female audience with beauty-focused drinks
The probiotic cultured milk brand refocuses on gut health and collagen, riding on the beauty food revolution that has swept across food and wellness categories in Asia
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026: Entries open for submission
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 are now open for entry submission, with 17 categories up for contest!
Localised and functional: Asia energy drinks tap health demand
Energy drinks in Asia are evolving beyond caffeine as consumers seek added health benefits, opening opportunities for functional, better-for-you innovation
Protein users expanding in China, says BYHEALTH on new product launch
Protein consumption is growing in China across different consumer groups and demand for higher quality products is on the rise, says BYHEALTH, which has recently launched an upgraded version of its flagship protein powder product.
Singapore’s MIRIQA expands into immunity category, targets modern family wellness
Singapore firm MIRIQA has expanded beyond beauty supplements into the immunity category, and looks to meet the health and wellness needs of modern families.
Bayer’s Elevit tackles Aussie motherhood challenges through partnerships
Bayer’s maternal health brand Elevit seeks to address the silent struggles of Australian mothers through constant product innovation and providing holistic support by partnering local start-ups.
NAD+ boosters may also boost gut microbes and beneficial metabolites: Nestlé data
The NAD+ boosting effects of nicotinamide riboside (NR) and nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) may be linked to the action of the gut microbiome on these compounds, says a new study from Nestlé.
Brand new: a2MC’s kids supplements debut, POCARI SWEAT factory, HUL acquisition
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including The a2 Milk Company’s kids supplements debut, POCARI SWEAT’s new factory and Hindustan Unilever (HUL) acquiring clean-label and women’s health firm OZiva.
Haleon’s FY25 results: APAC supplements growth offsets US declines
Haleon saw strong sales growth in its health supplement business in Asia-Pacific last year, which it said has partly offset the decline in North America.
Nestlé launches longevity drinks following nutrition and health science merger
Global food giant Nestlé is expanding its presence in the longevity space, launching a new range of science-backed nutritional drinks designed to support energy, focus, sleep and overall vitality.
LAC opens in Hong Kong, India
Singapore-based supplement brand Leader in Antioxidative Control (LAC) has opened its first brick-and-mortar store in Hong Kong and also entered India via an exclusive franchisee.
Manuka honey maker Comvita taps lozenge, flavor innovation to capture new growth
Manuka honey maker Comvita is capturing new consumers through product format and flavor innovation, following its earlier experiments on synergistic formulations, with success in lozenges a case in point.
International Creatine Organization and Network unveiled at SANS 2026
A new trade association was announced at the Sports & Active Nutrition Summit in San Diego with the goal of advancing creatine as a global health nutrient.
Shell partners health and beauty retailer Watsons in new retail concept
Shell has partnered with health and beauty retailer Watsons in a new retail concept where nutraceuticals, such as vitamin C and fish oil, are available at its petrol stations across Singapore.
Otsuka Pharma beefs up POCARI SWEAT production in China
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd, the owner of the electrolyte drink POCARI SWEAT, is ramping up production in China with a newly opened factory in Tianjin.
Hindustan Unilever to fully acquire clean-label, women’s health firm for US$90M
Hindustan Unilever is fully acquiring clean-label protein and women’s health supplements firm OZiva for INR 8.24 billion (US$90.9 million).
Blackmores CEO to head new entity set up by parent company
Alastair Symington, CEO of Blackmores Limited, will be leading a new entity set up by parent company Kirin Holdings Company.
Bayer pours €5M into micronutrient supplement factory, R&D in Indonesia
Bayer has invested €5 million (US$5.9m) in its multiple micronutrient supplement production line and R&D center in Indonesia.
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Brand new: Denps, Orthomol, Dong-A in the spotlight
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including Denps’ plans for its South East Asia business, Orthomol introducing its first “blue-hat” product in China, Dong-A Pharmaceutical’s liquid sleep aid launch and more.
Denps taps into ‘wellness window’ in Singapore, eyes further expansion across SEA
Danish supplements brand Denps is looking to leverage Singapore’s premium market environment as a strategic launchpad for the South East Asian region.
Needful seeks to break through legacy brands’ stronghold in SEA supplements market
Singapore start-up Needful is targeting young consumers to find an opening in South East Asia’s supplements market, which is said to be dominated by legacy brands.