We have all heard of probiotics. But what about prebiotics and synbiotics? Let's take a look at some biotic definitions. Amidst the surge in popularity for health and wellness products, biotic beverages have gained much attention. For beverage manufacturers wanting to ride on this trending wave, what should they…
Gut Health Goes Beyond Digestion
To address the needs of the regular consumer, brands can once again turn to pre- and probiotics. Specific prebiotic fibres or bacteria strains may influence cognitive function and help balance mood. By Michelle Teodoro, Associate Director, Food Science, Mintel APAC & Huiqi Ong, Consumer Lifestyles Analyst, Mintel Asia. When it comes to…
Help From Probiotics In The COVID-19 Era
PSA: Remember that you are not alone, that your microbiota can be of help, and that the billions of conscientiously selected probiotic bacteria from clinically-backed products can support your health in many ways during these trying times. By Nina Vinot area sales manager & product development from Probiotical. We are…
The Key To Formulating Ambient Drinking Yoghurt
With their regional R&D experts, CP Kelco has developed an extensive range of custom solutions as well as ingredients that help with sugar reduction, organic compliance, vegan needs and more to meet clean-label requirements. Drinking yoghurts are fermented beverages with a protein base (dairy or plant-based). This category utilises a…
Drinks For A Healthy Gut: Probiotic Solutions For Asia’s Beverage Markets
With demand for functional beverages growing across Asia-Pacific, John Quilter, VP and General Manager, ProActive Health at Kerry discusses the ever increasing opportunities offered by fortification with spore-forming probiotics Asia’s growing probiotics market The global probiotics market is expanding – it is estimated to be worth $69 billion by…
Wising Up To That Good Gut Feeling
Asia Pacific drives the global market for probiotic dairy. Consumers are ready for a wider range of probiotic foods to support general health and reduce their risk of disease. By DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences. Healthy living has a lot to do with a large colony of gut-friendly bacteria—this is increasingly…
Discover BASF’s PREBILAC 2’-FL: Mother’s Gift For Digestive Health Across Life Stages
Through collaborations with academia and global thought leaders in HMO research, BASF is committed to drive the scientific basis and unlock new benefits in the field of HMO. By Marianne Heer, Scientific Marketing Manager, Human Nutrition, BASF SE. Digestive problems such as heartburn, bloating, food sensitivities or constipation are familiar…
Mintel: Nutritional Innovations For Asia-Pacific’s Cerebral Age
In Mintel’s latest Big Conversation series, keynote speaker Matthew Crabbe, Regional Trends Director for Asia-Pacific, addressed a range of factors that ‘Power the Mind’, one of which is nutrition. Under the topic, ‘Innovations for Asia-Pacific’s Cerebral Age’, Crabbe highlighted a few interesting food products that are not only perceived as…
Research Update On Paediatric Probiotics
Research shows BifidoB and LactoB provide clear infant health benefits, says Angela Rowan, category marketing manager, paediatrics, NZMP. It’s well-known that setting infants up with a good immune system helps them through life. Breastfeeding to improve the immune system is best for the baby, but in cases where…
Let’s Talk About Bacteria In Infants And Children
Studies on probiotics indicate that they may actually reduce the need for antibiotics in the future, says Chr. Hansen. Asia Pacific represents one of the biggest growth regions for vitamins and dietary supplements (VDS) according to a report by Euromonitor in 2017. The retail value of VDS stands at…