The study is funded by the Dementia Australia Research Foundation Researchers from the University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Australia are leading a study examining whether intermittent fasting can reduce the risk of developing dementia. Intermittent fasting, also known as time restricted eating, involves longer than usual[Read More…]
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Japan’s Sea Vegetable Company unlocks applications of seaweed as food ingredient
Sea Vegetable has succeeded in crossing seaweed and fermentation to create seaweed kombucha Sea Vegetable Company, a startup culturing seaweed in Aki, Kochi Prefecture, Japan, has announced the launch of Re-seaweed brand and will release its product “Aonori Shoyu” (seaweed sauce) on March 20 simultaneously in Japan and overseas. Re-seaweed is the brand name of[Read More…]
Australia links mediterranean diet with reduced risk of heart disease, death in women
Mediterranean diet has been of increasing interest because of its association with heart health A University of Sydney-led review into the benefits of the Mediterranean diet in women has found women who followed a Mediterranean diet had up to 24 percent lower risk of heart disease and a 23 percent[Read More…]
Kemin develops unique line of quality improvers for instant noodle manufacturers in Asia
Innovation enhances palatability and production of ready-to-eat food as market demand grows US-based Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services, has developed VALTEQ, a unique line of quality improvers[Read More…]
New Nutella Biscuits enter Malaysian supermarket shelves
New Nutella Biscuits at all major retailers, including supermarkets, convenience, grocery, and online stores Nutella, the iconic hazelnut spread, has launched yet another variant to its growing biscuits portfolio – the Nutella Biscuits, in Malaysia. Nutella is manufactured by the Italian company Ferrero and was first introduced in 1964. The[Read More…]
Higher well-being individuals more receptive to cultivated meat: Singapore study
Positive relationship between people’s psychological well-being and their willingness to consume cultivated meat Researchers from Singapore Management University (SMU) have released a study that reveals a positive relationship between people’s psychological well-being and their willingness to consume cultivated meat. The research, titled ‘Higher well-being individuals are more receptive to cultivated meat: An investigation[Read More…]
SIG launches Recycle for Good Programme in Indonesia
Indonesia is the second-biggest contributor of plastic waste in the world, producing over 5 million tons of plastic waste per year SIG Way Beyond Good Foundation has announced the launch of the Recycle for Good Programme in Indonesia, a new initiative towards sustainable lifestyle. With the Recycle for Good programme,[Read More…]
CP Foods gets low-carbon certification for cage free eggs and fresh eggs in Thailand
Encouraging the use of renewable energy in its system of food production Twenty-three categories of fresh egg product of Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company (or CP Foods) have been certified the “Carbon Footprint Reduction Label” or “Global Warming Reduction Label” from Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organisation or TGO for its[Read More…]
DHL opens facility in Australia offering cold chain services for high-quality meat and seafood
Opens facility in Brisbane to meet surging demand for perishable goods export DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of Deutsche Post DHL Group, opens its newest facility in Brisbane, Australia to meet the surging demand for Australian perishable goods export, with an investment of AU$17 million (11 million EUR)[Read More…]
Yakult introduces Nutri-Grade B drink in Singapore
The latest addition will be on shelves with a retail price of SG$ 3.70 per pack Yakult Singapore, a brand well-known for its premium probiotic cultured drinks, has launched its next biggest product, Yakult Gold. This new line of drinks catering to health-conscious consumers that are concerned about their sugar[Read More…]
