From the editor's desk
Why don’t more consumers use omega-3s?
A recent panel discussion hosted by NutraIngredients-USA pointed out that the omega-3s market is robust, albeit slowly growing, but also that it could be so much more.
Archives for July 5, 2019
Robertet forms JV for broad spectrum hemp extracts in US market
French natural products specialist Robertet is bringing its supply chain experience to a joint venture on broad spectrum hemp extracts focused on the US market, the company announced recently.
IPA World Congress + Probiota Americas 2019
Keys to communicating scientific messages: A conversational tone and soundbites
In an age of information overload, how can scientists and researchers in the nutrition space make sure they’re communicating scientific findings and messages effectively to the public?
Berries for breakfast: Polyphenol-rich foods may have cardioprotective effects, study suggests
Results from a study published yesterday on 13 healthy but overweight volunteers suggest that consumption of bilberries, lingonberries, and cinnamon for breakfast may offer heart health benefits.
WATCH: How to target the ageing consumer
Despite seniors showing a strong interest in functional food and supplements, the number of products launched with senior claims in Europe does not reflect the population which means brands are missing out on a huge market, says Mintel.
Brand new: Blackmores confirms new CEO, Grape King Bio’s probiotics market strategy, and Korean Ginseng Corp’s focus in China
From the appointment of the new Blackmores CEO, to Taiwanese health food leader Grape King Bio’s probiotics market strategy, and Korean Ginseng Corp’s focus in China, we bring you the latest commercial updates from well-known supplement brands in APAC.
New research: Zinc holds diabetes prevention promise
Zinc supplementation may have clinical potential for preventing or managing diabetes, according to researchers from China after conducting a systematic review and comprehensive meta-analysis of 32 studies.
Nestlé diabetes diet programme in major supermarket trial
Nestlé Health Science is piloting a weight management programme for people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes in Tesco stores across England.
NEWS IN BRIEF
Inventor senses winds of change with sweet-smelling supplement for flatulence
A French firm senses a whiff of opportunity as it makes available dietary supplements that claim to make flatulence “smell like roses”.
Bacterial boost: How live yogurt might help men avoid bowel cancer – China study
Eating two or more weekly servings of yogurt may help lower the risk of developing the abnormal growths which precede the development of bowel cancer, at least in men, according to Chinese scientists.