Forging a strategy to tackle double malnutrition burden
As questions over a new nutrition reality lie ahead, the dynamics of the double burden of malnutrition amid this changing nutrition reality are seeking answers.
Archives for March 9, 2020
What’s happening in the HMO space?
DuPont recently announced the launch of a new human milk oligosaccharide (HMO), we take a look at the current understanding around these exciting ingredients.
Duas Rodas launches plant-based aromas and technology
Brazil’s Duas Rodas has unveiled its new plant-based platform as it strives to maximize consumers’ sensory experience of vegetable proteins.
Peanut allergy may begin in the microbiome: Study
New research suggests allergy-causing antibodies live in the microbiome, offering fresh insight into the role the gut plays in the process.
Prebiotics may improve sleep and buffer stress: Study
Chamomile, melatonin, valerian root...these are all common ingredients many turn to when struggling to get a good night’s rest. But dietary fiber?
Taiyo launches new synbiotic, women's health formulations based on Sunfiber ingredient
Japanese ingredient supplier Taiyo continues to expand the product forms of its prebiotic Sunfiber ingredient by pairing it with a probiotic as well as launching a new dual action women’s health product.
FDA warns 7 firms on COVID-19 claims including televangelist Jim Bakker
The US Food and Drug Administration has sent warning letters to seven companies that have been alleged to have been making COVID-19 disease treatment claims. Among the recipients of the warning letters is a prominent televangelist.
Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus
Data-driven entrepreneur takes personalised nutrition up an interactivity notch
A data entrepreneur fascinated by health and longevity has created a ultra-interactive personalised health tracking service fit for a future where consumers want as much access to their health data as they do their bank accounts.
Amino acid found in protein sources linked to cardiovascular disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified an amino acid found in plant- and animal-based protein sources like meat, beans and soy that is linked to the development of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, stroke and death.
Probiota 2020
Beauty claims on food supplements must be ‘seriously’ considered: Expert
Developing food supplements that carry beauty claims for aesthetic benefits presents a real opportunity that the nutritional industry must look at seriously, says a regulatory expert.
中国婴幼儿配方奶粉溯源：达能推出“双码追溯” 服务
达能近日为在中国销售的婴幼儿配方奶粉推出新的溯源服务，接下来一整年也会陆续在其他亚太市场、澳大利亚以及新西兰推出这项服务。
“蓝帽子”的魅力：仙乐健康三款益生菌获批
仙乐健康的三款益生菌配方获得了“蓝帽子”，公司如今一共有四个益生菌配方获得此认证。
‘Blue-hat’ charm: Sirio Pharma gains approval for three probiotics formulations
Sirio Pharma has obtained the ‘blue-hat’ approval for three of its probiotic formulations. The company now has ‘blue-hat’ certificates for four of its probiotic formulations in total.
COVID-19: China retailers and suppliers report surge in demand for Vitamin C supplements
Chinese e-commerce giant, JD has reported that sales of vitamin C dietary supplements on its platform were up five-fold, after the announcement of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
亚太区2月份热点新闻
我们为您带来亚太区（不包括中国在内）2月份的热点保健食品新闻。
APAC February Headline News
We bring you the list of most read non-China APAC health and nutrition stories in the month of February.
NutraIngredients-Asia 奖项2020：报名现已开放，奖项包括最佳产品、原料和研究项目
第三届的NutraIngredients-Asia奖项现已开放报名，旨在表扬亚太区最佳膳食补充剂、功能性食品、原料以及研究项目。
新冠病毒：中国维C零售商、供应商指市场需求暴增
中国电子商务巨头京东表示，自新型冠状病毒（COVID-19）爆发以来，其平台的维生素C销量暴增了五倍。
“第三种类别”：以色列企业准备把婴幼儿植物营养配方带进亚太市场
由三种主要材料：杏仁、荞麦、木薯制成的幼儿植物营养配方将在接下来的12个月内进军亚太市场。
Nestlé’s personalised vitamin service expands into Europe and worldwide
Nestlé Health Science’s (NHSc) personalised vitamin subscription program, Persona is now available worldwide, with consumers from the UK, France and Germany among others set to benefit.
Blackmores to reveal the latest research on B Vitamins at the Healthy Ageing APAC Summit
The healthy ageing benefits of B Vitamins will be under the spotlight at our third Healthy Ageing APAC Summit in Singapore, via a keynote presentation from Blackmores Institute.
New rules: South Korea expands propolis oral formats, removes upper limit for functional ingredients
South Korea authorities will allow propolis extract to be made into any form for oral consumption and the upper limit of 20 functional raw materials will be removed.
COVID-19: China, Vietnam, Australia and Singapore caution against fraudulent health claims
Authorities from a raft of countries have stepped out to caution against the advertising of health supplements that claim to prevent or treat the novel coronavirus.