NOW’s testing of Methyl B-12 brands reveals need for more robust QC measures
Illinois-based NOW reports that over 55% of the Methyl B12 products purchased on Amazon met or exceeded label claim.
Archives for March 19, 2025
Hair care, precision and science: brand Q&A
Scientist for innovation & research at Keune Haircosmetics Vincent van’t Hof said he expects a “stronger emphasis on clinical trials” to drive future hair care innovation.
NutraWomen Wednesday: Ashley Hower, Chief Marketing Officer, Plexus Worldwide
One advertising class changed Ashley Hower’s career trajectory, leading her to abandon her teaching aspirations to become a marketing guru in health and wellness.
Innovative FEED Act to spur ingredient innovation
Federal legislation that seeks to modernize animal food policies regulated by the Food and Drug Administration may create a path for novel ingredients for pets.
Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna launches tomorrow
The 56th edition of Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is set to open its doors to the beauty industry on Thursday 20 March with a brand new layout.
Skin care sales surge on Amazon as consumer trust and ingredient awareness grow
According to Emily Safian-Demers, Director of Insights at Front Row, skin care sales grew 26% YoY 2023 vs. 2024 with beauty sales growing 17% YoY H1 2023 vs. H1 2024.
Nature’s Way’s ‘Innovation Challenge’ seeks next big thing around GLP-1 support and the microbiome
Wisconsin-based Nature’s Way recently launched it first “Innovation Challenge” to provide funding and expert support to emerging scientific innovators in the gut health and weight management sectors.
Sirio launches high-strength XtraGummies
Nutraceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) Sirio has announced its latest product line, XtraGummies, which includes omega-3, iron and creatine.
Red Panax ginseng may relieve stress and improve cognitive function
Supplementation with ginseng extract appears to improve cognition and psychological well-being, according to new research.
Gut-friendly chocolate revolutionises confectionery market
Scientists have discovered the secret to ‘rich’ and ‘luxurious’ probiotic-enhanced chocolate
监管审查：中国进口政策、中国台湾的维生素 B12 慎用声明等
我们将重点关注亚太地区健康和营养领域的最新监管公告，包括中国修订食品进口法规、台湾引入对非处方维生素 B12 的慎用声明等。
聚焦日本：抑制 NEC 的益生菌、Mirailab Bioscience 首次登陆新加坡、丘比的新型功能性醋等
本期“聚焦日本”重点关注开发抑制 NEC 型益生菌的举措，以及 Mirailab Bioscience 在新加坡推出 NMN 补充剂。同时，我们还报道了丘比以新型功能性醋进军免疫健康领域、芳珂的营养洞见以及日本更新的营养成分标签标准。
趋势追踪：韩国低糖饮料、中国春节畅销产品等
以下是亚太地区最新营养保健品趋势的汇总，包括韩国消费者对低糖饮料的需求正旺、益生菌和蛋白粉成为 2025 年春节期间中国最畅销产品。
科学短报：关于生育三烯酚、叶黄素、玉米黄质等的新发现
本期综合新闻为您报道健康和营养领域的最新研究成果，包括关于食用富含生育三烯酚的燕麦如何改善空腹血糖，以及补充叶黄素-玉米黄质有助于改善干眼症的新发现。
聚焦中国：婴幼儿配方奶粉销量喜人、畅销营养品和老年人友好型食品
本期“聚焦中国”探讨中国营养品市场的关键发展趋势，包括积极推动创新和市场扩张的婴幼儿配方奶粉品牌、最新的畅销保健品以及为应对中国人口老龄化而采取的新举措等。
China focus: Infant formula boom, bestselling nutrition products, and elderly friendly food
This edition explores key developments in China’s nutrition market, from infant formula brands driving innovation and market expansion to the latest bestselling health supplements and new efforts to cater to the country’s ageing population.
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Tech advancement, consumer recognition driving rapid growth of biotic functional drinks in APAC - Suntory
Ingredient stability, more science and greater consumer understanding are fuelling the the rapid growth of probiotic, prebiotic and other biotic drinks in APAC, claims beverage giant Suntory.
Haleon reaps strong results from localised strategies in China
Haleon says its localisation strategy for its China supplement products has been key to its overall APAC business success, with the firm also announcing a focus on healthy ageing in the country.
Korean firm to study mulberry leaf extract for blood glucose control, GLP-1
Korean ingredient distributor Vixxol will be commencing a clinical trial that assesses how the supplementation of white mulberry leaf extract could manage post-meal blood glucose levels, as well as supporting the body’s production of glucagon-like...
Healthy and tasty: Chi Forest talks US’s expansion and NPD plans after CostCo deal
China’s Chi Forest is hopeful that a recent sparkling beverage deal with major US retailer CostCo will ultimately lead to greater opportunities for its electrolyte and herbal -based products in the country.