Duo of herbal extracts may boost cognitive function: Amway RCT
A combination of extracts from Cistanche tubulosa and Ginkgo biloba may improve cognitive and memory function and quality of life in middle-aged and older adults, says a new study.
Archives for August 19, 2024
Consumers prefer sweet over salty snacks, as healthy options ripe for innovation, IFIC finds
Consumers largely prefer sweet and salty snacks – in that order – as many shoppers use snacking to satisfy hunger in between meals and provide an indulgent moment, the International Food Information Council (IFIC) shared in a recent report.
Taking folate may reduce osteoporosis risk in older women: Study
Women 60 years and older who consume an optimal amount of folate have a lower chance of developing osteoporosis, according to a recent study.
Expert opinion: Botanical Safety Consortium advances novel neurotoxicity screening
The future of botanical neurotoxicity screening lies with novel assessment methods (NAMs), according to a new expert opinion issued by the Botanical Safety Consortium (BSC).
Screen saver: Ginger extract may offer relief from prolonged display-related symptoms
Dietary supplementation with an extract from ginger may reduce eye fatigue and shoulder stiffness associated with prolonged screen use, says a new study from Japan.
Glycocalyx supplement may improve cardiovascular health for psoriasis sufferers
A glycocalyx dietary supplement (GDS) marketed as Endocalyx-Pro may improve vascular integrity and arterial stiffness in people with psoriasis, says a joint study from Greek and American researchers.
ASA rulings against Huel and Zoe spark controversy
Recent Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) rulings against Huel and Zoe for misrepresenting celebrity investor Steven Bartlett's involvement have sparked online debate, prompting calls for the ASA to update its guidelines.
サイエンス ショート： 睡眠、代謝性疾患、新生児黄疸に関するラウンドアップ
このラウンドアップでは、閾値下不眠症に悩む成人の睡眠改善におけるイワベンケイと ハス抽出物の可能性に関する最新の健康・栄養学研究、炎症マーカー低下におけるクルクミンの有益性を示す新たなメタ分析の結果、新生児黄疸の軽減における出生前プロバイオティクスの有益性を評価する進行中の研究について見てゆきます。
今が旬：Amwayの長寿と腸の健康、NYO3のオキアミオイル戦略など
Amwayが長寿と腸の健康ソリューションにどのように注力しているか、NYO3の中国に おけるオキアミオイルイノベーション戦略、霊芝専門メーカーGanoHerbの拡大計画など、アジア太平洋地域の健康・栄養ブランドの新展開をご覧ください。
トレンド トラッカー：キッズ栄養、GLP-1、水分補給など
ここでは、メンタルウェルビーイングが子供向けサプリメント業界を牽引する重要なトレンドのひとつになりつつあることや、水分補給、プロテイン、GLP-1をめぐる活発な動きがもたらす市場機会に企業がどのように乗ろうとしているかなど、最新の栄養補助食品のトレンドをまとめています。
チャイナ フォーカス：カルシウム、ウーロン茶、乳児用粉ミルクなどのNPD
今回のチャイナ・フォーカスでは、吸収を改善したカルシウムサプリメント、食後の血糖値上昇を抑えるエキスを含むウーロン茶など、Haleon、Danone、Nestleの新製品を取り上げます。
Japan focus: Morinaga Milk, Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024 finalists and more
This edition of Japan focus features Morinaga Milk’s probiotic solution for weight management, change of leadership at Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the finalists for this year’s NutraIngredients-Asia Awards, and more.
ジャパンフォーカス：森永乳業、小林製薬、NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2024ファイナリストなど
今回のJapan focusでは、森永乳業の体重管理用プロバイオティクス ソリューション、小林製薬のリーダー交代、今年のNutraIngredients-Asia Awardsのファイナリストなどをご紹介します。
B. adolescentis positively linked with blood glucose level, say scientists
Bifidobacterium adolescentis is found to be positively linked with fasting blood glucose level among Singaporean elderly, says a new study which also uncovered links between gut microbial and other chronic issues, such as cardiometabolic health and...
Kava boom in Australia as consumers seek healthier alternative to alcohol – The Calmer Co
Kava is seeing a rapid uptake in Australia as consumers are looking to replace alcohol with a healthier alternative, says kava firm The Calmer Co.
NMN measurements: China drafts industry standards to assess cross-border e-commerce products
China Nutrition and Health Food Association (CNHFA) has drafted a set of industry standards to measure nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) amounts in health supplements.
Muscle health gains traction as the next global healthy ageing trend
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Muscle health is rising to the forefront of healthy ageing discussions. How is this creating opportunities for premium ingredients with proven muscle preservation benefits?