In recent years, drinks, snacks and food using ingredients from Traditional Chinese Medicine have grown in popularity across China. The new products aren’t made to cure sickness, but rather to promote a healthier body. Reporter Cao Chufeng has the story. For some, it might be difficult to drink Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. It often … Read more
On August 21, Dong-E-E-Jiao (000423) released its semi-annual report for 2024, showing that the company achieved revenue of approximately USD 3.76 billion in the first half of the year, an increase of 26.8% year-on-year. The net profit attributable to shareholders reached approximately USD 100.9 million, a year-on-year increase of 39.03%. Source: Dong-E-E-Jiao Dong-E-E-Jiao Co., Ltd., … Read more
Recently, Hongmo Biotech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Mengniu Group, achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) certification from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its independently developed human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2’-FL (2’-Fucosyllactose). This certification marks Hongmo Biotech as the first and currently the only Chinese … Read more
On August 19, a2 Company released its financial report for the fiscal year 2023-2024 (ending on June 30, 2024). During the reporting period, total revenue grew by 5.2% to approximately NZD 1.676 billion. By region, revenue in China and other Asian markets increased by 14.1% to about NZD 1.143 billion, while revenue in the Australia … Read more
On August 21, according to the 2024 semi-annual report of SciTop Biotech, the company achieved a revenue of approximately USD 18.9 million in the first half of the year, a decrease of 1.34% year-on-year. The net profit reached approximately USD 5.95 million, an increase of 7.89% year-on-year. From a business segment perspective, in the first … Read more
On August 21, the South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) issued Announcement No. 2024-386, proposing amendments to certain parts of the “Regulations on the Certification of Functional Ingredients and Standards for Health Functional Foods.” The key changes are as follows: A new provision is introduced regarding the return and handling of application … Read more
HPA-China member Chromadex had its nicotinamide riboside (NR) product, Tru Niagen©, listed as one of the best vitamins for energy in the below Fortune article: Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, or NAD+, is found in all living cells and is vital for many metabolic processes. For one, it plays a key role in energy metabolism by facilitating … Read more
Results from two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, pilot studies show that krill oil supplementation strengthens skin barrier function and improves hydration and elasticity of the skin in healthy adults. Oslo, August 22, 2024: Two new studies, published together in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, show the positive effects on skin barrier function from krill oil supplementation. … Read more
The intersection of nutrition and science continues to break new ground as Kerry Group, a global leader in taste and nutrition solutions, partners with APC Microbiome Ireland, a world-renowned research center focused on microbiome science. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in understanding and leveraging the gut-brain axis—a complex system that plays a crucial … Read more
One of the most robust forms of intellectual property protection, a composition of matter patent grants ChromaDex exclusive rights to the disodium salt form of NMNH LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– ChromaDex Corp. (NASDAQ:CDXC), the global authority on nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) research with a focus on healthy aging, today announced the broadening of its NAD+ precursor intellectual property … Read more
