Indian herbal specialist ups coleus farming amid weight management demands

15-May-2012 - Indian herbal specialist, Olive Lifesciences, has increased the contract farming for its lead product coleus, amid growing weight management demands for the extract from Japan, Europe and the US.

New Zealand calls for ban on ‘damaging’ soy-based infant formulas

15-May-2012 - Health and medical experts in New Zealand have called for a ban on soy-based infant formula after a recent mouse study suggested soy damages the reproductive tract and immune system.

BASF backs Chinese functional bakery

14-May-2012 - China’s bakery sector is fast developing but there are unmet needs for healthier products that BASF Nutrition is hoping to tap into following its presence at Shanghai trade show Bakery China 2012 last week.

Fluxome granted Japanese omega-3 processing patent

09-May-2012 - Natural ingredients supplier, Fluxome, has been awarded a patent for its omega-3 production technology in the ‘important’ Japanese market.

Indigenous Indian probiotic strains set for commercialisation

09-May-2012 - Indian scientists have developed two probiotic cultures for use in dairy products and food supplements – with patent applications in process.

Indian diet experts demand GI food indicators

03-May-2012 - Nutritionists in India have called for clear labelling of the glycemic index (GI) on food products, as a new survey has revealed a low level of awareness on GI consumption.

Multinationals committed to nutritional literacy in Asia: Report

16-Apr-2012 - Educating Asian communities about health and nutrition decisions is a key concern of multinationals, according to the industry association Food Industry Asia.

Can New Zealand fulfill its protein-powered future?

06-Apr-2012 - A New Zealand food scientist says the country needs to do more to harness its animal protein riches.

Sabinsa talks health and wellness science with South Korea

05-Apr-2012 - Botanical extracts firm Sabinsa will hold a science-intensive seminar in South Korea to educate key customers on its research and ingredients spanning the health and wellness market.

NZ honey research indicates possible wound-healing value

03-Apr-2012 - Key compounds in honey that stimulate the immune system have been identified by researchers in New Zealand, paving the way for possible new wound-healing products.

Food brands in India panned over labelling misinformation

02-Apr-2012 - A new report by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) suggests that Indian food brands are resorting to misbranding and misinformation to hide the real quantity of salt, sugar, and fat in their foods.

Green-lipped mussel extract eases arthritic pain, says study

08-Mar-2012 - A local Kiwi manufacturer is anticipating improved business following research that showed New Zealand green-lipped mussel extract to have beneficial effects on arthritic pain.

Aussie start-up eyes fortified dairy and juice market with “innovative” encapsulation technology

20-Feb-2012 - Brisbane-based food technology start-up Progel has an encapsulation technology that will enable manufacturers to develop new ranges of innovative foods with higher levels of active, according to the CEO of the company.

Uncertainty over NZ folic acid fortification move

06-Feb-2012 - The New Zealand Government is seeking to further delay a decision on folic acid fortification citing a need to consult and review more scientific data.

Study claims traffic lights more effective

06-Feb-2012 - A new study by a Kiwi university has suggested that a traffic light system for food packaging for foods high in salt would help boost nutrition levels across New Zealand.

Young urban Indians go wild for supplements

30-Jan-2012 - Easy availability and a growing interest in fitness trends see about 78% of adolescents in urban India consume at least one type of dietary supplement, a survey by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASSOCHAM) said.

Indian start-up enters omega-3 sector with high-dose powders

30-Jan-2012 - A year-old Indian venture company has isolated the two major fatty acid components of omega-3, DHA and EPA, and developed both into high purity powders; a potentially interesting innovation according to industry expert.

Naturex founder: “After Asia, acquisitions will be European and North American”

30-Jan-2012 - Rampant acquisitionist Naturex will make 3-4 European and North American acquisitions in 2012, once it completes a deal with an unnamed Asian supplier by the end of March, CEO, president and founder, Jacques Dikansky has told this publication.

News in brief

BASF & Teck join forces on zinc fortification and supplementation solutions

27-Jan-2012 - BASF (Germany) and Teck Resources Limited (Canada) have signed a three year agreement to jointly develop innovative and affordable zinc fortification and supplementation solutions.

News in brief

New breakfast omega-3 spread: Australia

24-Jan-2012 - Australian company Nature’s Blend has launched a new omega-3 breakfast spread, targeted at children.

Pharmaceutical manufacturer tapping into nutraceutical opportunities

23-Jan-2012 - The anticipation of regulatory changes as well as prospects of strong growth opportunities has led generic pharmaceutical manufacturer Sohm to open a new in-house nutraceutical plant in Ahmedabad, West India.

News in brief

Study highlights vitamin D deficiency in Australia

18-Jan-2012 - Nearly one-third of Australian adults over the age of 25 have a vitamin D deficiency, according to new research.

Disgraced resveratrol researcher: “Uni of Connecticut launched a conspiracy programme against Indians”

17-Jan-2012 - Dr Dipak K Das, PhD, the once lauded and now infamous resveratrol researcher accused by his longtime employer the University of Connecticut of fabricating data over seven years in more than 25 individual studies, says he is the victim of a racist campaign to smear him by the institution.

Healthy opportunities in Australia’s natural yoghurt sector

17-Jan-2012 - There is growth opportunity in the natural yoghurt sector in Australia but manufacturers need to have environmentally-conscious branding and focus on promoting the health benefits, according to research.