The hottest superfood ingredients in Japan right now…and the next ones primed for success
Several superfoods are now becoming mainstream in Japan because consumers are acutely aware of the “nutrient powerhouses” and their functional benefits.
Archives for October 23, 2016
Australians not meeting WHO vegetable consumption goals
Most Australians do not meet World Health Organisation standards for vegetable consumption and now research points to a lack of understanding about the nutritional benefits of vegetables, with health benefit labelling potentially providing the answer.
Aged garlic shows antioxidant promise, but not cholesterol-lowering potential: Study
Aged garlic has greater antioxidant potential that the raw version, but was found not to lower cholesterol in hypercholesterolemic individuals, a Singapore study has reported.
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Walmart invests in Chinese e-commerce with $50m New Dada deal
The world’s biggest retailer will make a US$50m strategic investment in New Dada, China’s largest local on-demand logistics and grocery e-commerce platform
Former Liverpool FC expert helps Herbalife pick up the pace of sports nutrition promotion
Herbalife is launching the Herbalife24 Program for Australia and New Zealand as it seeks to boost its sports nutrition products in the two countries.
EFSA considers Mitsubishi’s antioxidant salt following member state concerns
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has taken the reins in the safety evaluation of Mitsubishi’s novel antioxidant salt ingredient following member state toxicity concerns.
Regulatory reform the hot topic at Australian livestock talk
The impact of regulatory reform on Australian livestock exporters will take centre stage at the industry’s national conference, running from 26-27 October.