Goh Peen Ern, Senior Manager Nutrition Communication, Asia Pacific, BENEO-Institute Across the globe, unhealthy diets are contributing to a growing public health crisis. Many countries are grappling with the rising prevalence of nutrition-related challenges, particularly the increasing rates of overweight and obesity. These trends are not only straining healthcare systems[Read More…]
Opinion
Wellness or the Wallet? What Consumers are Saying When it Comes to Preventive Health
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific If you were given three to four additional hours in a week, would this time be given to health or wealth? According to a recent survey[1] by a multinational insurance firm, the answer revealed a staggering 85 per cent of those in Singapore[Read More…]
From eco-friendly nutrition to egg replacement: How faba beans are transforming the plant-based market
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific If you’re not part of the plant-based protein movement yet, you may soon be in the minority. It is predicted that by 2027, plant proteins will constitute 75 per cent of the alternative protein ingredient demand[1]. Products using these proteins are expected to[Read More…]
Barley’s benefits in 3 minutes: why food manufacturers are turning to technical good of beta-glucans
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific Here’s a sobering truth – coronary heart disease (CHD) may be the leading cause of death worldwide, yet a 2023 survey by the American Heart Association noted more than half (51 per cent) of respondents did not know that heart disease is the[Read More…]
Ancient grain, modern miracle: barley for heart health
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific As we navigate the complexities of ageing, the quest for longevity and vitality has never been more paramount. Heart health plays a central role in this journey, with 63 per cent of global consumers saying that they are interested in products that can[Read More…]
What fuels olympic dreams? smart sports nutrition with functional carbohydrates for sustained performance and hydration
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific The Paris Olympics may be over, but the race to push their performance for the next big challenge in Los Angeles has just begun for athletes worldwide. As viewers, we often overlook one of the most pressing concerns for organisers of summer sports[Read More…]
Unlocking Healthy Aging: How Functional Ingredients Support Wellness at Every Life Stage
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific Indonesia is the fourth most populous city in the world. It is also home to an ageing population — where the elderly account for nearly 12% of the population. As of 2022, Indonesia’s senior population amounted to nearly 19 million[1]. According to the[Read More…]
3 reasons to start looking for chicory root fibres in your treats
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific More and more consumers are aware of the fact that their digestive health massively influences their overall health. A recent survey conducted by FMCG Gurus about holistic health reveals that half of global consumers (49 per cent) actively seek solutions to support digestive[Read More…]
Tackling Singapore’s Food Security: Serving up Solutions for 2023
Achieving food security requires a whole-of-industry approach During the Singapore Budget 2023 announcement, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted the importance of building a more resilient Singapore. From ensuring that supermarket shelves were well-stocked during the height of the pandemic to securing ample stock of frozen chicken during the Malaysia chicken[Read More…]
International Experts Recommend Nuts and Dried Fruits as Part of a Healthy Diet
The International Nut and Dried Fruit Council hosted a historic meeting of global health researchers, where diabetes was defined as a key topic for investigation The world’s leading researchers gathered for NUTS 2022 to discuss the current and future of health research on nuts and dried fruits. NUTS 2022 was[Read More…]
