Pioneers
High-protein game-changers: Protein Pints
Making ice cream both nutritious and delicious has stumped many food firms - but US-based Protein Pints says it has cracked the code to a good-tasting, protein-rich ice cream
Archives for August 5, 2025
IFT FIRST 2025
Upcycled carob offers prebiotic fiber tailored to glp-1 and gut health
Dietary fiber, like carob, is gaining traction as a star macronutrient in food and beverage formulations as consumer interest in metabolic health, gut support and clean-label products accelerates
Study suggests BCAAs plus exercise improve strength and reduce fatigue in older adults
BCAAs combined with exercise may improve physical performance and reduce fatigue and depressive symptoms in older adults, according to a pilot study.
Probiotic may ease gut microbiota changes linked to stress: RCT
Consuming a probiotic yogurt before academic exams may help students protect their gut microbiota from stress-related disruptions, says a new study from KU Leuven and Danone Research & Innovation.
ASA bans Viridian ads over ‘no junk’ claims
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has decided that Viridian made misleading claims as part of its latest campaign, but the UK-based brand says that the ruling is “not in the public interest.”
The state of menopause: Report highlights miseducation, lack of support, opportunities
The 5th Annual State of Menopause study found that many perimenopausal women were left feeling misunderstood, misdiagnosed and unclear about her options.
Novel rice-derived probiotic may offer cardiometabolic benefits
A novel bacterium found in rice may benefit both plant and human health, with a new study highlighting its potential to reduce cholesterol levels and body weight in lab animals.
Folate and gene interplay may influence premenstrual depression occurrence
The relationship between folate and premenstrual symptoms may depend on a genetic variant as well as how much of the vitamin is consumed.
Jul’s top 10: Vitamin B6, Amway HEM partnership, Nestle’s South Korea store
From Australia’s vitamin B6 saga, Amway and HEM’s deeper partnership, and Nestle Health Science’s retail store opening in South Korea, here are the 10 most-read stories on NutraIngredients-Asia in July 2025.
Behind the Big Story
WATCH: Kirin finds link between frailty and low pDC activity
Kirin Holdings says it has found a relationship between reduced plasmacytoid dendritic cell (pDC) activity and frailty, which it claims is the first time that a link between the two has been established.
India urges cuts of oil, sugar in foods under Modi’s anti-obesity plan
Following PM Modi’s call to curb obesity, India’s FSSAI is urging states to cut oil use by 10% and roll out ‘sugar boards’ to promote healthier diets in schools
MFDS considers hydrolyzed milk protein as sleep support ingredient
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is considering the approval of hydrolyzed milk protein as an ingredient for improving sleep quality.