A*STAR to open doors of a new research institute Singapore based Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) will be opening the doors of a new research institute, the Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), by the second quarter of 2020. It will bring together A*STAR’s existing capabilities[Read More…]
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High quality diet at midlife reduces risk of cognitive impairment at older age
A simple guide to a healthy diet is to fill half our plate with fruit and vegetables, a quarter with whole grains such as brown rice and wholemeal bread, and the last quarter with protein foods such as bean products, seafood and meat Findings from the first local study, the[Read More…]
Singapore nutritionists collaborate to study sarcopenia management in elderly
SHIELD (Strengthening Health In Elderly Through Nutrition) study by CGH, Abbott and SPH evaluates the effects of nutritional intervention on muscle health outcomes in the aged population Changi General Hospital (CGH), SingHealth Polyclinics (SHP) and Abbott on 31 Oct 2019, announced results of the first of a two-part SHIELD study[Read More…]
Vitafoods Asia delights with latest global nutraceutical developments to Asia
Vitafoods Asia is a showcase of the latest ingredients, product developments and technology to shape the industry through science and innovation In 2019, Vitafoods Asia, a nutraceutical event, saw its attendance grow by 24% year-on-year as the event attracted 7,060 international visitors from 69 countries. The exhibition floor space increased by 30%[Read More…]
Olam expands almond ingredients capacity by acquiring Hughson Nut
The acquisition of HNI is consistent with Olam’s Strategic Plan to offer differentiated solutions, such as ingredients and product innovation, and to target new customer segments in co-manufacturing, food service and e-commerce Global food and agri-business Olam International Limited (Olam), has announced that it has signed a purchase agreement to[Read More…]
Singapore takes further measures on war against diabetes
The Ministry will introduce an advertising prohibition for the least healthy SSBs with the poorest label grade As part of the War on Diabetes, the Singapore Ministry of Health (MOH) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) held a public consultation, and looked widely, broadly, with different interest groups, to seek views on[Read More…]
Japanese and global suppliers of nutraceuticals to connect and exhibit at Vitafoods Asia 2019
27 exhibitors from Japan at Vitafoods Asia 2019 will offer insights into regulation, marketing, product formulation and packaging design to learn more about the Japanese Pavilion At Vitafoods Asia 2019, on 25th and 26th Sep 2019, in Singapore, Japanese and global suppliers of nutraceuticals will connect with buyers from across[Read More…]
Explore Southeast Asia’s nutraceuticals market at Vitafoods Asia 2019 in Singapore
Opportunity to gain formative insights into the trends, regulations, and market entry requirements of Southeast Asia’s nutraceuticals markets. Buyers and distributors of nutraceuticals interested in Southeast Asian markets should attend Vitafoods Asia 2019 on 25th and 26th September 2019, to obtain formative insights into the trends, regulations, and market entry requirements of[Read More…]
Sodexo, Samsui focus on disabled for developing careers in F&B sector
The Samsui-Sodexo partnership leverages on Samsui’s experience in the F&B and social sectors and Sodexo’s global expertise in providing food services and its robust standards of health and safety. French food services and facilities management company Sodexo and Samsui Supplies & Services Pte Ltd (Samsui), the wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore[Read More…]
Yili launches Ambrosial in SE Asia market
Further Expanding Its Dairy Silk Road Yili, Asia’s largest dairy enterprise, held a launch event in Singapore to announce its sub-brand AMBROSIAL’s official launch in Southeast Asia. During the event, Yili also announced the co-operation between the brand AMBROSIAL and Alfa Romeo F1 Team. The team CEO and Principal Frederic Vasseur and one of the drivers Kimi Raikkonen also[Read More…]
