News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
Daily consumption of a hydrolyzed chicken extract may improve sleep and memory, and be potentially incorporated as a nutritional supplement within a wider, multi-pronged strategy for sleep management.
MitoQ New Zealand has signed a research partnership with the National University of Singapore (NUS) to assess the potential of mitochondria for healthy aging as it seeks to deepen research partnerships across Asia.
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.
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including new findings on vitamin D, postbiotics, HMB protein, NMN and more.
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.
The supplementation of heat-inactivated Lactiplantibacillus pentosus ONRICb0240 has been shown to benefit certain aspects of oral health, specifically gingival inflammation, in a six-week study that took place in Japan.
A 12-week RCT from Taiwan reported that the supplementation of the plant extract Pennisetum purpureum Schumach could improve hand grip strength in adults showing signs of early-stage sarcopenia, such as low muscle mass and reduced muscle strength.
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.
Taking a high-protein beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplement, together with physical exercise, was shown to improve functional outcomes in sarcopenic surgical patients in a six-month pilot study.
A new pilot study conducted in Taiwan showed that the supplementation of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) could lower inflammation in young men who have undergone blood flow restriction-resistance exercise.
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.
A crossover study in young adult males found that post-workout ubiquinol coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplementation can improve resistance exercise performance and recovery.
Daily supplementation with a sustained release ashwagandha supplement may improve stress levels and sleep quality, while also reducing uncontrolled eating and emotional eating in healthy adults, says a new study.
Emerging evidence indicates that the oral microbiome may shift during female aging, with potential knock-on effects for periodontal risk and nitrate-related pathways.
Nestlé and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore are planning to establish a joint research lab with shared facilities for data analysis and clinical studies focusing on how nutrition supports longevity and women’s health.
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including new findings on steamed ginger extract for weight loss, ashwagandha for supporting cardiorespiratory fitness and more.
Bioscience entrepreneur Dr. Bill Barclay took home the GOED Lifetime Achievement Award at the latest edition of GOED Exchange held in Singapore for his discovery and technique for producing microalgae-derived omega-3.
Supplementing with steamed ginger extract may help to reduce body fat and total weight while also improving cholesterol levels, according to new research.
Pre- and post-natal vitamin B12 supplements for pregnant vegetarian women may improve neurodevelopment scores for the infants, says a new large, multi-center, double-blind randomized controlled trial.
A probiotic derived from kimchi may absorb nanoplastics in the gut and help eliminate environmental pollutants from the body, suggests a new study from the World Institute of Kimchi in South Korea.
A study in China supports Weizmannia coagulans BC99’s potential to enhance intestinal motility, regulate gut microbiota and increase SCFA production.
Singapore microbiome firm AMILI and Google are planning to launch a personalized nutrition mobile application at the end of April.
Thirty milligrams per day of an optimized ashwagandha ingredient may boost cardiorespiratory fitness and delay the onset fatigue in healthy adults, according to data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
A new bulletin from the Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program (BAPP) details the latest adulteration and mislabeling of ginseng roots, a highly regarded herb with high prices incentivizing fraud in the supply chain.
A clearer picture exists of how much folic acid supplementation is needed to avoid neural tube defects (NTDs) during pregnancy.
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.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Supplementation with KSM-66 ashwagandha root extract in gummy form for eight weeks is well tolerated and may enhance cognitive performance and sleep quality in children between the ages of 6 and 12, according to new research.
A combination of extracts from Korean mint, goji berry and fig may reduce wrinkles and improve skin hydration and elasticity, says a new study from scientists at Cosmax, South Korea’s largest cosmetics manufacturer.
A new survey covering global pharmacovigilance approaches in the natural health products sector is launching soon and will be extended to over 200 industry organizations and regulatory bodies, including those in China, the United States, Europe and other...
The Human Milk Institute at UC San Diego has announced the first-of-its-kind analytical hub for human milk: The Milk Analytics Core, which aims to close critical knowledge gaps, investigate bioactive molecules in milk and inform ingredient innovation.
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.
Daily supplementation with oleoylethanolamide (OEA) may boost levels of the beneficial gut bacteria Akkermansia muciniphila and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii, says a new study.
New research conducted and funded by FrieslandCampina shows that an oral nutrition supplement (ONS) significantly improved intake of protein, vitamins D, C and B-complex, as well as calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and iron in children at risk of stunted...
This round-up looks at the latest research findings on health and nutrition, including turmeric adulteration, soy protein for muscle health, medicinal mushrooms for anxiety and more.
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South Korean microbiome-based health functional food company AceBiome is exploring novel ways to improve gut health, including the combination of probiotics with binding proteins.
The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) and Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) will be conducting joint assessments of complementary health products and clinical trial regulations, a move welcomed by the industry.
The supplementation of five types of medicinal mushrooms, including reishi, has been shown to reduce anxiety and serum levels of the stress hormone cortisol in a 12-week study.
This round-up looks at the latest research findings on health and nutrition, including how asparagus root extract supplementation can improve blood glucose and lipid levels, magnesium L-threonate’s benefits for cognitive performance and more.
The supplementation of asparagus root extract can significantly lower blood glucose and lipid levels in overweight and obese individuals – but this is only possible when paired with high-intensity interval training (HIIT).