KHFF discusses export difficulties, urges regulatory harmonization
The Korea Health Functional Food Association (KHFF) led discussions on key topics such as export challenges and regulatory harmonization at a recent multi-nation summit.
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Awareness of FFCs high but more needs to be done to raise uptake – Japan survey
Tokyo-based market research firm MyVoicecom has released results from its survey on Foods with Function Claims (FFCs), which indicate that though awareness of these products is high, more work is needed to increase consumption rate.
Energy bars for stress: India’s The Monday Bar targets market gaps with new launch
Indian brand The Monday Bar looks to fill gaps in the local functional bars market by specifically targeting the issue of work stress and heavy mental load commonly faced by modern consumers.
Baycosmetics launches supplement business after securing in-demand packaging supply
Japanese cosmetics OEM company Baycosmetics has set up a health foods and supplements division after securing packaging materials that are facing shortage in the country.
CJ Wellcare launches prostate supplement with first application of patented herbal mixture
South Korean brand CJ Wellcare recently released a product said to be the first in the country to utilize a patented herbal mixture that has been studied for its effects on prostate health and men’s vitality.
Piceatannol intake shown to improve skin hydration, wrinkles: Morinaga-funded study
A study in Japan shows that daily intake of piceatannol led to a significant improvement in skin hydration and wrinkles, underscoring its potential as a dietary intervention for enhancing moisture retention and the appearance of crow’s feet.
Retail evolution: Era of unmanned supplement stores unfolds in South Korea
Unmanned convenience stores focusing on health functional foods are emerging as a promising business model amid an evolving retail market in South Korea.
Hydrolyzed chicken extract shown to improve perceived sleep quality: Suntory-funded study
Daily consumption of a hydrolyzed chicken extract may improve sleep and memory, and be potentially incorporated as a nutritional supplement within a wider, multi-pronged strategy for sleep management.
チャイナ フォーカス： BioGaia、機能性飲料の需要、小売業界の変化
今月のChina focusでは、 BioGaiaの口腔衛生用プロバイオティクスサプリメント、中国における機能性飲料の需要、小売業界の構造的変化、最新の研究結果などに関するニュースを取り上げています。
サイエンスショート：減量に効果的な生姜エキス、スポーツパフォーマンス向上に役立つアシュワガンダ
今月のScience shortsでは、減量に効果的な蒸し生姜エキスや、心肺機能の向上に役立つアシュワガンダに関する新たな知見など、健康と栄養に関する最新の研究結果を紹介します。