Industry growth

Probiotics, botanicals dominating packaged foods

Probiotics, botanicals dominating packaged foods

By Hui Ling Dang

Recent research findings by Euromonitor International highlight the prominence of probiotic and botanical ingredients in packaged foods in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, which also underscores innovation opportunities for wider application and variation.

Life stages and dosage formats fuelling sleep support innovation

Vitafoods Asia 2024

Life stages and dosage formats fuelling sleep support innovation

By Tingmin Koe

Supplements for sleep support are moving beyond melatonin or GABA pills designed for the general population, as companies place greater attention on insomnia and menopause, and designing non-pill products, such as meal replacement powders.