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,…

May 14, 2026 | Food

Why Quality, Hygiene, and Traceability Matter More Than Ever in Frozen Food

Deepanshu Manchanda, MD at Zappfresh The frozen food category in India is going through a significant shift. What was once seen as a convenience-driven option is now increasingly being viewed…

May 13, 2026 | Food Safety and Testing

Vegan Food: From Ancient Ahimsa to Modern Food Science

Dr Nilesh Amritkar, MD, Envirocare Labs, Past President Association of Food Scientists & Technologists of India, Vice Chair TIC Council India. A few years ago, “vegan” was a niche word…

May 13, 2026 | India

From Ayurveda to Aisles: How Plant-Based Wellness Brands Are Winning Across D2C and Modern Retail

Gurmeet Kaur, Co-founder, Ubalance Naturals Ayurveda: A Systems Science Ayurveda was never designed as a trend. It is a systems science — a structured framework that understands the body as…

April 23, 2026 | Feature

Eating Well in a World of Diet Noise

Dr Seema Puri, Prof. (Retd.) Institute of Home Economics, University of Delhi, Independent Nutrition Consultant and Nutrition Advisor IFBA In today’s world of superfoods, viral diets, calorie trackers, and endless…

April 23, 2026 | Feature

Food is the New Luxury: From Indulgence to Intention

By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia There was a time when food luxury meant fine dining, rare ingredients, and a price tag to match. These days, it might look…

March 24, 2026 | Dietary Supplements

Bridging India’s Omega-3 Gap

Aker BioMarine Introduces High-Potency Algal DHA, Revervia, for Vegetarian Consumers  Supplement usage in India is on the rise, with approximately one in three individuals taking a dietary supplement (according to…

March 23, 2026 | Feature

Standing with Science: When Nutrition Goes Viral, Evidence Matters More Than Ever

By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia Scroll through social media for a few minutes and it quickly becomes clear that, these days, everyone seems to have an opinion about…