Royal DSM has reopened its Jiangshan vitamin C plant after extensive upgrades, and has signed an agreement with local authorities to transition from coal to natural gas power within three years.
Arla Foods Ingredients has developed a new protein shot concept consisting of whey protein for ‘athletes and gym-goers’. It debuted the idea at the Supply Side West show in Las Vegas last week to beverage manufacturers.
An industry inititave launched last week with the intent to help the marketers of encapsulated and tablet products meet the challenges of a clean label positioning.
A disturbing new trend in saw palmetto adultertion has spurred the Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program to issue a revised bulletin on the botanical.
Companies seeking to commercialise a probiotic product across the globe face a 'daunting task', which is why trade association the International Probitics Association (IPA) is vowing not to let up in its efforts to achieve a more consistent...
The Nagoya Protocol, the big changes coming for Lactobacillus classification, and how to boost your chances of success with an NDI notification were just some of the topic covered during the third annual IPA Workshop in DC.
A delivery system based on food-grade lecithin may boost the bioavailability of quercetin, a flavonoid linked to numerous health benefits but known to have poor low water solubility, low stability, and low bioavailability.
For the upcoming SupplySide West 2018 show in Las Vegas next week, Italy-based botanical specialist Indena will introduce Quercefit, a standardized version of quercetin extracted from the plant Sophora japonica.
GOED has clarified what method should be used by member companies to calculate the EPA and DHA content of their products to avoid confusion for consumers.
Higher serum levels of carotenoids are inversely associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS), says a new meta-analysis that also calls for establishing an adequate recommended daily intake.
Seven years since Parabel started commercializing protein derived from water lentils—also known as duckweed or Lemnaceae—the company found that supplement formulators in the US are more reluctant to use the ingredient than other plant-sourced proteins.
Roquette will develop protein ingredients using the high-protein pea variety developed by seed breeding company Equinom, and jointly invest $4 million (€3.5m) in the firm to develop new products.
Despite the cooling fortunes of coconut as a healthful culinary oil, the prospects for its medium chain triglyceride derivative have never been brighter. Stepan has added to its MCT line, boosting a trend of product development in this area.
Japanese ingredient supplier, Taiyo, has partnered soft drinks brand, Sinalco, and sweetener experts, Sweethouse, to create a sugar-free drink which it claims can aid weight loss.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients DMV has revealed an ‘ultra-clean’ whey protein isolate hoped to power innovation in the soaring protein waters and clear drinks market.
Delivering adequate nutrition in an ageing population is far more important than focusing on added benefits, particularly in a demographic where malnutrition is commonplace, says a DSM executive.
There are just two weeks to go until the region’s leading probiotic and microbiome event, Probiota Asia, gets underway in Singapore, with a stellar line-up of speakers from the likes of Blackmores, Danone, Herbalife and Life-Space set to take to the stage.
French microalgae firm Fermentalg and Madrid-based fermentation specialist ADL BioPharma have signed a long-term manufacturing contract for the production of algal omega-3 oils.
Bifodan has expanded its microbiology laboratory facilities increasing production capacity with a view to including fermentation capabilities and bulk powder manufacturing as part of the firm’s future offerings.
Dietary supplementation with Fibersol-2, a fermentable functional fiber, may boost levels of beneficial bifidobacteria levels in the intestine and feces and increase stool bulk, says a new clinical trial.
A forward-thinking approach to infant formula is required to properly benefit both industry and consumers in Asia-Pacific's diverse markets, and must be supported by extensive research and strong co-operation with regulators.
Supplement critic Dr Pieter Cohen has trained his sights on probiotics for a new opinion paper, stating that the sector has spun hundreds of small studies favorably and also practices creative advertising.
Algal fermentation specialist Fermentalg has partnered with global ingredients supplier DSM Nutritional Products to develop and market high potency DHA ingredients.
Royal DSM has announced plans to expand vitamin B2 production capacity at its facility in Grenzach, Germany, in a move intended to meet rising demand across the food and dietary supplement markets.
The latest Botanical Adulterants Bulletin focuses on the increasing popular botanical ingredient: maca (Lepidium meyenii, syn. L. peruvianum, Brassicaceae) root and root extract.
The world’s biggest dairy co-operative will review its stake in Chinese formula milk company Beingmate after unveiling the first ever annual loss in its 17-year history.
As US supplier MycoTechnology turns its attention to the European market, its CEO explains how fermented mushrooms can reduce sugar, block bitterness and improve the nutritional content of plant protein. “It’s really unlimited what we can do with our...
The safety and efficacy of Sabinsa's proprietary blend of non-animal sourced enzymes for people with dyspepsia are supported by results of a new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Limited, a global pharmaceutical company based in South Africa, has announced today, in conjunction with the announcement of its annual results for the year ended June 30, 2018, that it has concluded an agreement to divest of...
Prostate health is an often neglected area of men’s health, one that could drive significant growth in the future sales of herbal supplements as questions of healthy aging come to the fore, a prominent industry executive says.
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) have extensive potential to offer a range of health benefits in products beyond infant formula, DuPont's global business director for HMOs, Steen Lyck, said at Vitafoods Asia on Tuesday.
Swedish personalised prebiotic start-up Carbiotix has closed a second pre-seed financing round of €450,000 as it looks to expend marketing globally, and eyes a full seed round next year to push its agenda in microbiome therapeutics.
DSM has again made Fortune magazine's Change the World list, an annual recognition of companies that have had a positive social impact through their core business strategy.
Wisconsin-based UAS Labs has announced a licensing agreement with South Korea’s AceBiome, which includes the manufacturing and commercialization of patented probiotic, Lactobacillus gasseri BNR17.
The ongoing patent struggle in the krill oil sphere has taken another turn with a victory for Rimfrost in its contest with fellow Norwegian competitor Aker BioMarine.
Two of the food and supplement industries' leading software solutions providers have come together with TraceGains’ acquisition of Healthnotes, announced yesterday.
The growth of the omega-3s sector has slowed in recent years, partly due to consumers growing tired of the typical fish oil gel capsule, which is why companies such as CoreFX Specialty Ingredients are developing a host of plant-based fatty acid solutions...
There's building research supporting the benefits of vitamin E supplementation for skin health and hair growth, according to the CEO of ExcelVite Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysia-based supplier of palm-derived vitamin E.
The supply of botanical materials for Ayurvedic preparations seems secure despite the growing popularity of the products and a recent report that some rules governing wild harvest are being flaunted.
An Australian biotechnology company says new published research proves the absorption advantage provided by its proprietary delivery technology when applied to a curcumin extract.
DSM said it was striving to work with manufacturers to tap into the rising trend of snacking and increasing number of convenience stores, in order to make nutritional products more affordable and accessible.
