Fi Asia-Thailand
Doing business in Asia: distributor helps Ganeden gauge local tastes
During the course of Fi Asia-Thailand, we will be looking at the logistics behind how international companies are tapping into their new Asian markets.
Archives for September 10, 2013
ANALYST WARNS BRANDS MUST BE 'EXTRA VIGILENT'
Chinese fake seizures prompt Red Bull response
Red Bull insists it watches the Chinese market closely to guard against fakes after authorities arrested 13 people in August and seized thousands of counterfeit energy drinks, as an analyst warns the issue is a serious problem in 'virtually every product...
What is a health benefit? Researchers issue probiotic guidance for EFSA applications
An evaluation of all EFSA opinions relating to probiotics will help industry players better understand what sort of claims are accepted as a health benefit and which claims are not, say researchers.
Arla Sweden to extend protein-rich sports recovery drinks range
Arla Sverige, Arla Foods’ business in Sweden, plans to extend its milk-based sports recovery drink range, 50% Extra Protein, after sales of the line exceeded its initial expectations.
More omega-3 may reduce symptoms of ADHD: Rat study
There is a clear connection between the intake of omega-3 fatty acids and declines in ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) symptoms in rats, according to new research.
Nutraceutix's probiotic delivery technology now patented in more than 30 countries
Nutraceutix, based in Redmond, WA, has added to the list of patents for its probiotic delivery system with patents in the 24 countries in the European Patent Convention. This means the technology, called “Delivery System for a Biological Component” in...
'Compelling data': RCT shows blueberry flavonoids boost endothelial function and heart health
Flavonoids from blueberries may improve vascular function in healthy men, according to findings of two randomized, controlled, double-blind, crossover human-intervention trials from Europe.
Infant food flop: Study finds nutritional faults in popular brands
The majority of infant weaning foods available in the UK do not provide the nutrient density and diversity of taste and texture needed in this formative stage and may encourage bad sweet tooth habits in the future, research has claimed.
Ireland calls for EU max limits on folic acid in bread
Voluntary folic acid fortification of bread is sufficient but maximum limits should be set and the market carefully monitored, a public health expert says.
Planning needed to ensure health of US wild ginseng stocks in face of huge Chinese demand, experts say
A recent TV news segment on the subject of ginseng poaching raised the specter of the plant’s possible extinction in the United States. While that fear may be overblown, there’s little doubt that a number of factors (including overharvesting) are...
Charging for seminars increases engagement, Xymogen CEO says
Florida-based nutraceutical company Xymogen has announced a seminar series with an interesting twist: The company is asking participants to pay an entry fee for something that functions in part as a branding event. But CEO Brian Blackburn has found that...