Reprogramming the microbiome: Anatara Lifesciences targets the human health space with dual targeted formulation
Australian firm Anatara Lifesciences has developed a supplement that seeks to address gut problems by reprogramming the microbiome.
Archives for October 21, 2019
Booming demand: Sirio Pharma launches full range of plant-based solutions for US market
Sirio Pharma is introducing a full suite of plant-based solutions for nutraceutical products in the Americas on the back of booming demand.
Chemist Warehouse expands e-commerce footprint with Alibaba in China and South East Asia
Australian retail giant Chemist Warehouse, famed for its cut-price vitamins and supplements, is on a market expansion spree in China and South East Asia.
NIU’s Global Round-up: Australia’s ‘almost’ world class regulations, Cosucra’s expanded pea capatacity, and more
What's happened this week around the Nutra-Verse? Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Epax touts $35 million upgrade plans at SupplySide West
Norwegian marine oil innovator Epax will invest $35 million over the next two years in upgrading its facilities to maximize sustainability and meet consumer demand.
Mercosur draft bill proposes harmonized nutrition labeling
The Mercosur parliament will study a draft bill proposing harmonized front-of-pack nutrition labeling and other measures to halt rising obesity rates in the bloc.
World Food Day 2019 urges everyone to take action to achieve zero hunger
Around the globe, 16th October 2019 marks World Food Day. This year, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) emphasizes that zero hunger goes beyond addressing hunger and calls for access to sufficient nutritious food for...
Probiotics, proteins and combination supplements evolve in Uruguay
The Latin American country enjoys consistency and stability in the popular segment while experiencing growth, providing manufacturers and retailers with ample opportunities to reach their target audiences.
Across the Nutra-verse: Atacama targets South East Asia, GNC’s personalized nutrition offering, and more
It’s been a busy week for the nutra- industry around the world: Stay on top of the global nutra-news with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.
Pilot study hints at potential of Rhodiola-Cordyceps mix for body composition benefits
A combination of Rhodiola crenulata and Cordyceps sinensis may enhance training-related body composition adaptions in young people, suggests a small preliminary study from Taiwan.
Personalised nutrition: A chance for real change
Personalised nutrition has the potential to be at the forefront of real change in the fight against nutrition and lifestyle caused chronic diseases, according to experts speaking at the Future Food-Tech Summit.
DuPont: Clinically evaluating probiotics to support immune health in childhood
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Childhood is a critical period for immune health. The body’s defenses undergo major changes over these early years, equipping children to cope with the barrage of pathogens they face at school and setting them up for good long-term health.
ADM Biopolis: Validating probiotic consortia to address unmet skin health needs
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Skin health conditions have major detrimental effects on the lives of hundreds of millions of people. Multiple studies have associated skin health conditions such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis with poorer quality of life, work absenteeism and other...
Children’s lives blighted by ‘triple malnutrition threat,’ Unicef warns
Children worldwide are still bearing the brunt of the triple threat of malnutrition, undernutrition, and hidden hunger caused by a lack of essential nutrients, according to Unicef.
Vitafoods 2019
WATCH – Clinical trials, cognitive gains and the case for growth in the omega-3 sector
The work being undertaken by trade body GOED to catalogue 4,000-plus human clinical trials on omega-3 will be showcased at the organisation’s forthcoming GOED Exchange in Barcelona.
Tropical plant shows neuroprotective potential due to high polyphenol, phytochemical content – review
The tropical plant Melicope lunu-ankenda has demonstrated neuroprotective effects, according to a scientific review.
Australian supplements regulatory regime not world class…yet: TGA chief warns industry
The Australian supplements industry may have a much lauded regulatory regime on the global stage, but a leading figure at regulator the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has argued it is “not yet world class”.
2’-FL: Mother’s gift for digestive health across life stages
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The relationship between the digestive system and our overall health has been known for centuries.