July 10, 2026 | Feature

French Fries: From Humble Potato to Global Food Icon

As the world celebrates International French Fries Day, the iconic potato snack continues to reinvent itself with healthier ingredients From Belgian streets to billion-dollar markets, French fries have evolved from…

July 3, 2026 | Dietary Supplements

Reimagining the Future of Food Supplement and Nutrition in 2026

By John Jose, Marketing Director, Tetra Pak Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines & Indonesia (MSPI) Health is no longer something consumers think about occasionally; it is something they actively manage every day.…

June 22, 2026 | Feature

School holiday snacks: Can we make everyday treats work harder for health?

By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Every year, the mid-year school holidays change the rhythm of family life. Snackboxes are replaced by long afternoons at home, quick outings or…

June 12, 2026 | Feature

Personalised Gut Health: Is the Industry Ready for Precision Nutrition at Scale?

Max Kushnir, Co-founder, Sova Gut health has never been more talked about or more misunderstood. Walk into any pharmacy, scroll through any wellness feed, and you’ll find a probiotic for…

June 9, 2026 | Feature

World Food Safety Day 2026: Why the Future of Food Safety Will Be Defined by Technology, Not Just Compliance

Munish Sharma, COO, Compass Group India As the world marks World Food Safety Day on June 7, food safety is emerging as a business imperative that goes far beyond regulatory…

June 5, 2026 | Feature

How RT-PCR (Real-time polymerase chain reaction) Kits are Saving Lives through Early, Accurate Testing of Water Contamination

Ajay Kandhari, Director at DSS Imagetech and Spokesperson for Seqlo As the world observes Food Safety Day, it is important to recognise that food and water safety are closely interconnected.…

June 4, 2026 | Beverages

IF Sets New Benchmark for Coconut Water Purity through EA-IRMS Technology   

The coconut water industry has increasingly come under scrutiny for issues such as added sugar, water dilution, and other forms of adulteration As global demand for coconut water continues to…

May 26, 2026 | Beverages

Why Gen Z Consumers are Increasingly Choosing Functional and Wellness-Oriented Beverages Over Sugary Soft Drinks

Parimal Shah, CEO and Founder, Cherise India Pvt. Ltd In malls, cafes and college canteens, the cola‑can culture is slowly giving way to something quieter but more intentional trends with…

May 21, 2026 | Feature

The Real Competition for Indian Botanicals Is Not China—It Is Synthetic Substitutes

Gaurav Soni, Founder and Managing Director, Botanic Healthcare For years, talks about Indian plants have been about how they compete with other countries, usually China. These talks have been shaped…

May 21, 2026 | Feature

Gut Health Is Not a Trend: Busting Common Detox and Digestive Myths

By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Most of us have heard some version of the same advice: if your stomach feels uncomfortable, avoid “heaty” foods. If you feel bloated,…