Sirio Pharma Launches Three New Health Gummies

Recently, Sirio Pharma introduced three new health gummies, including melatonin-free sleep gummies, Mushroom Trio gummies, and Snackable Hydration Gummies. The melatonin-free sleep gummies feature L-theanine as a key ingredient, combined with a unique blend of botanicals, such as chamomile extract, lemon balm, passionflower, valerian root, and lavender, aimed at promoting stress relief and improving sleep … Read more

Heilongjiang Province: Testing Requirements for Domestic Health Food Registration

In accordance with the joint announcement titled “Catalog of Health Food Raw Materials for Ginseng and Other Ingredients” (2023 No. 57) issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation, the National Health Commission, and the National Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Heilongjiang Provincial Administration has decided, after thorough research, that health food products using … Read more

Canada Firms Eye Chinese Consumers

Canadian companies are hoping to appeal to Chinese consumers’ growing interest in natural health products at the upcoming China International Import Expo, to be held in Shanghai from Nov 5-10. Nearly 100 Canadian companies will participate in the expo. Jeannie Cheng, chair of the Canada International Trade Promotion Society, said seven companies from British Columbia … Read more

B2B in China: How to Stay Competitive with eCommerce

The Chinese market is becoming a must for any foreign B2B company’s long-term growth vision. According to 2023 data from Statista, B2B eCommerce transaction volume in China grew at a CAGR of 8%, reaching 33.89 trillion yuan (US $4,758 billion), and is expected to continue its growth trajectory​. As international firms continue to expand into … Read more

National Standard Project Proposal for “Health Food Raw Materials – Probiotics” Open for Public Comment

On October 29, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) issued a “Notice on Public Comments for 107 Proposed National Standard Projects, Including ‘Health Food Raw Materials – Probiotics’.” The notice states that the national standard project for “Health Food Raw Materials – Probiotics” will be overseen by TC466 (National Technical Committee on Special Food … Read more

Chinese Companies Take Spotlight at Supply Side West in Las Vegas

Chinese companies took the limelight at Supply Side West, North America’s leading dietary supplement expo, which convenes in the U.S. city of Las Vegas, showcasing a variety of health and nutrition ingredients and products, as well as their science and tech innovations. More than 400 Chinese companies are on the show floor at the Mandalay … Read more

China’s Women Lead the Way in Health & Wellness

Once upon a time, when someone mentioned “women’s health,” the conversation usually revolved around childbirth or yoga. It’s a pretty narrow scope, wouldn’t you say? It’s like thinking men’s health is solely about dodging bald spots and chugging protein shakes. But in China, women are doing more than just participating in the health and wellness … Read more

Mengniu Releases Latest Research Findings on Blood Sugar-Lowering Plant Extract Composition

Recently, Mengniu Group announced research findings on a blood sugar-lowering plant extract composition. The study, conducted by the “Peking University Medical-Mengniu Group Joint Laboratory of Nutrition and Metabolic Health,” indicates a future breakthrough in targeted microbial enzyme intervention for metabolic diseases, ushering in a new era of precise nutritional intervention for blood sugar health through … Read more

AKK Bacteria Receives GRAS Certification in the U.S.

On October 18, Shan’en Kang’s proprietary AKK PROBIO strain (scientific name: Akkermansia muciniphila, abbreviated as AKK) successfully passed the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) scientific evaluation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This marks the official inclusion of AKK PROBIO in the globally recognized safety list. As a pioneer in the field of … Read more