Asia Pacific
Across the Nutraverse: Chemist Warehouse to enter the UK, H&B partners with Phlo, NutraIngredients Europe Awards
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Protein webinar to uncover trends, science, formulation tips and more
NutraIngredients is hosting a new webinar that looks into the latest trends, science and product formulation tips for functional protein next Thurs (May 21) at 3 pm Singapore time.
Protein in India: ITC says market opportunities plenty despite more competition
There are still plenty of growth opportunities in India’s protein space despite the increasing number of new brands and products entering the market, according to ITC Foods.
Trend tracker: HMO innovations, social commerce strategies, sports nutrition
Find out more about human milk oligosaccharides innovation, brands’ social commerce strategies, sports nutrition trends and opportunities in India and more in this trends round-up.
聚焦日本：功能性蛋白质、女性消费者健康关注点及更多内容
了解日本保健品市场的最新发展，包括功能性蛋白质领域的增长、女性消费者的健康关注点、最新研究发现等更多内容。
趋势追踪：印度蛋白质热潮、能量饮品、中国企业全球扩张
在本期新闻综述中，了解更多关于印度蛋白质消费热潮、中国能量饮料消费，以及中国企业如何加速海外市场扩张的信息。
科学短报：生姜提取物减重、南非醉茄增强运动能力及更多研究
本篇资讯重点介绍最新的健康与营养研究，包括关于蒸制生姜提取物减重、南非醉茄提升心肺适能等方面的新发现。
监管动态：穿心莲、咖啡因警示、生物制剂最新资讯
澳大利亚拟将穿心莲移出低风险原料目录、澳新地区运动食品需增设咖啡因标签警示，以及欧洲生物制剂法规更新，是本期监管资讯合集里的几项最新动态。
聚焦中国：BioGaia、功能性饮料需求、零售格局变化及更多资讯
本期综述涵盖多方面新闻，包括 BioGaia 的益生菌口腔健康补充剂、中国功能性饮料需求、零售格局变化、最新研究发现等。
Aussie discount pharmacy chain to set foot in the UK
Chemist Warehouse has set its sights on the UK market and is working with London-based GreenLight pharmacies to do so.
China focus: BioGaia, functional drinks demand, shifts in retail landscape and more
This round-up looks at news including BioGaia’s probiotic oral health supplement, demand for functional drinks in China, shifts in retail landscape, latest research findings, and more.
Cereulide found in The a2 Milk Company’s infant formula
New Zealand-headquartered The a2 Milk Company (a2MC) is recalling three batches - or 63,078 tins - of its a2 Platinum Premium Infant Formula 0-12 months USA label due to the presence of cereulide, a heat-stable toxin.
VMS brands double down on e-commerce, Douyin in China
Health supplement brands from Centrum to BYHEALTH are doubling down on their e-commerce efforts in China, especially in Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok.
Across the Nutraverse: India’s ashwagandha leaf ban, prebiotics in Canada, sports nutrition opportunity
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Brand new: BioGaia, Calbee, Nestle, myBrainCo in the spotlight
See new developments from health and nutrition brands across Asia-Pacific, including BioGaia’s new product launch in China, Calbee’s personalized nutrition service in Singapore, myBrainCo to grow its pharmacy footprint and Nestle-NTU research partnership.
Euglena acquires microalgae business to strengthen immune health range
Japanese company Euglena is acquiring the microalgae business of Kobelco Eco-Solutions, which it says will beef up its immune health offerings.
Plant extract for muscles? Taiwan RCT shows improved hand grip with napiergrass
A 12-week RCT from Taiwan reported that the supplementation of the plant extract Pennisetum purpureum Schumach could improve hand grip strength in adults showing signs of early-stage sarcopenia, such as low muscle mass and reduced muscle strength.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Alpro Pharmacy, BYHEALTH to present on metabolic health
Metabolic health and weight management are two key themes covered in this year’s Growth Asia Summit 2026 and Malaysia-based Alpro Pharmacy chain and China’s health supplement giant BYHEALTH are among the key speakers.
‘Immense opportunity’ in India’s sports nutrition but challenges persist
Indian firm BigMuscles Nutrition sees significant growth opportunities in its domestic market’s sports nutrition industry, but challenges relating to misinformation, price sensitivity and product quality remain to be addressed.
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India bans ashwagandha leaf use in any form, industry reacts
On April 16, the Indian government issued an advisory restricting the use of ashwagandha leaves in crude or extract or any other form in food products, catching many industry stakeholders by surprise.
HMB protein aids functional outcomes in sarcopenic surgical patients - Abbott
Taking a high-protein beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplement, together with physical exercise, was shown to improve functional outcomes in sarcopenic surgical patients in a six-month pilot study.
myBrainCo partners pharmacy veteran to gain ground in new sales channel
Australian supplements brand myBrainCo is partnering StirlingFildes Plus to leverage the latter’s connections in the pharmacy industry, a sector it is looking to establish a foothold in.
Sports nutrition company Maurten fuels Sawe to marathon world record
Kenyan athlete Sabastian Sawe became the first person to break the two-hour barrier in an official marathon yesterday in London—a feat fueled by 115 g of carbohydrate every hour.
Across the Nutraverse: Clinical trials for active women, Andrographis in Australia, MPL in the House
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
NMN shown to suppress post-exercise inflammation
A new pilot study conducted in Taiwan showed that the supplementation of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) could lower inflammation in young men who have undergone blood flow restriction-resistance exercise.
South Korea’s MFDS reiterates ban on Gymnema sylvestre, Bacopa in supplements
South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has reiterated its ban on some of the commonly used ingredients in health supplements, including Gymnema sylvestre and Bacopa, due to concerns around side effects such as hepatitis and abdominal pain.
NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026: Early bird entry fee closes on Apr 30
The early-bird entry fee for the NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 closes this Thursday (April 30). Save US$50 on each entry submitted before this date.
Regulatory review: Andrographis, caffeine warning, biotics and more
The potential removal of Andrographis as a low-risk ingredient in Australia, additional caffeine label warning for sports foods in ANZ and biotics regulations in Europe are some of the latest updates in this regulatory news round-up.
CoQ10 boosts exercise performance, recovery: Thailand crossover study
A crossover study in young adult males found that post-workout ubiquinol coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) supplementation can improve resistance exercise performance and recovery.
Growth Asia Summit 2026: Bel Group, Calbee spotlight Protein and Healthier Innovation
With demand for protein and healthier product innovation rapidly on the rise in Asia, top brands will discuss these topics in detail at this year’s Growth Asia Summit
Heart health claim for soy protein in ANZ set to accelerate innovation – IFF
The approval of heart health claim for soy protein in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) will open up opportunities for brands to accelerate innovation in plant-based nutrition to meet regional consumer needs, says ingredient giant IFF.
Calbee, AMILI bring personalized nutrition to Singapore
Japanese food, snacks and nutrition company Calbee is partnering with the Singapore microbiome firm AMILI in bringing personalized nutrition to the country.
Sustained release ashwagandha supplement may reduce stress and improve sleep quality: RCT
Daily supplementation with a sustained release ashwagandha supplement may improve stress levels and sleep quality, while also reducing uncontrolled eating and emotional eating in healthy adults, says a new study.
Australian regulator consults on removal of Andrographis as low-risk ingredient
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has begun a consultation with stakeholders on removing Andrographis paniculata (Andrographis) from the list of low-risk ingredients permitted for use in listed medicines, including health supplements.
Could specific shifts in oral bacteria negatively impact menopausal women?
Emerging evidence indicates that the oral microbiome may shift during female aging, with potential knock-on effects for periodontal risk and nitrate-related pathways.
チャイナ フォーカス： Alibaba Tmallの売上トップカテゴリー、タンパク質摂取量
今月のChina Focusでは、Alibaba Tmallにおける売上高トップのカテゴリー、中国のタンパク質摂取量の増加や体重管理への意識の高まりなど、最新のニュースが取り上げられています。
サイエンス ショート：クレアチンの食事摂取基準、コーヒーパルプ抽出物、ビーツ
今月のScience shortsでは、健康な成人におけるクレアチンの食事摂取基準の設定、コレステロール低下作用が期待されるコーヒーパルプ抽出物、そしてアスリートのビーツジュースの摂取状況など、健康と栄養に関する最新の研究動向を紹介しています。
規制レビュー：健康食品の輸出、Magteinの承認
海外製造の健康食品に対する中国の工場登録政策、英国におけるMagteinの承認、およびベルベリン含有植物に関するEFSAのパブリックコンサルテーションなどが、今回の規制関連ニュースの最新情報です。
ブランニュー：BYHEALTHのプロテイン製品アップグレード、MIRIQAの免疫ケア分野への参入、Elevit
BYHEALTHの高品質なプロテインパウダーに対する消費者の需要に応える取り組みや、MIRIQAの免疫ケア分野への参入、オーストラリアにおけるElevitの動向など、アジア太平洋地域の健康・栄養ブランドに関する最新動向をご紹介します。
ジャパン フォーカス：機能性タンパク質、女性消費者の優先事項
今月のJapan Focusでは、機能性タンパク質市場の成長、女性消費者の健康に関する優先事項、最新の調査結果など、日本のニュートラシューティカル市場の最近の動向を紹介しています。
Across the Nutraverse: Algae pioneer, probiotics for nanoplastic elimination, everyday nutrition
Catch up with our weekly round-up of key news from across the Nutraverse.
Japan focus: Functional protein, female consumers’ priorities and more
Catch up on recent developments in Japan’s nutraceutical market, including growth of the functional protein space, female consumers’ health priorities, latest research findings, and more.
Nestlé and NTU Singapore to establish research lab focusing on longevity, women’s health
Nestlé and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore are planning to establish a joint research lab with shared facilities for data analysis and clinical studies focusing on how nutrition supports longevity and women’s health.
Science shorts: Ginger extract for weight loss, ashwagandha for sports and more
This round-up highlights the latest health and nutrition research, including new findings on steamed ginger extract for weight loss, ashwagandha for supporting cardiorespiratory fitness and more.
Discovery of microalgae omega-3: Bill Barclay wins GOED Lifetime Achievement Award
Bioscience entrepreneur Dr. Bill Barclay took home the GOED Lifetime Achievement Award at the latest edition of GOED Exchange held in Singapore for his discovery and technique for producing microalgae-derived omega-3.
