News, Analysis & Insights on Nutrition, Supplements, and Health
The Bifidobacterium animalis supsp. lactis probiotic strain does not improve the lipid profile or total faecal short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in healthy adults, researchers say.
Inadequate dietary calcium intake accelerates the growth of late-stage breast cancer tumour cells, according to a study on mice.
SupplySide West 2017
Spain-based manufacturer Lipofoods is launching its slow-release caffeine ingredient Newcaff to the US market at the upcoming SupplySide West expo in Las Vegas.
FI Asia 2017
Japanese ingredient giant Morinaga is hoping for a South East Asia sales boom for its 'immunogenics' probiotic LAC-Shield product after recently receiving halal accreditation.
A lipid-based nutrient supplement (LNS) such as fortified peanut butter, has demonstrated its superior effectiveness in addressing the effects of acute malnutrition.
Algae-fueled company TerraVia has selected a $20m stalking horse bid from Dutch ingredients supplier Corbion in an auction for the bulk of its assets, according to documents filed with the bankruptcy court on Tuesday.
FI Asia 2017
The vast majority of new product launches targetting the main health concerns for seniors remain in the supplement space, with analysts arguing there is vast potential for the region’s food and beverage firms to help meet the needs of older consumers.
Whey protein hydrolysates are superior to normal whey proteins for sports nutrition according to nearly two thirds of consumers, who cited improved muscle building and recovery amongst its purported benefits.
A high-fibre Nordic diet may only be effective for losing weight if certain bacteria are present in the gut, say Danish researchers, but manufacturers should still add fibre to processed food thanks to its many other health benefits.
Vitafoods Asia 2017
Beauty from within, sports nutrition and healthy ageing are driving the supplements business in APAC, according to the CEO of Singapore firm Avida Health.