The method is cheaper and more sustainable than existing industrial methods as it requires fewer chemicals and processes, produces negligible amounts of by-products, and reduces food waste by using unwanted jackfruit seeds Scientists from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore have developed a sustainable and more effective technique for making lactic acid, by[Read More…]
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Science-driven policy change to restore healthy fish stocks in Myanmar
These newly enacted policies to protect the aquatic habitats of Hilsa will not only help revive ecosystems but will also ensure sustainable livelihoods and nutrition for the millions of fishers, related workers In Myanmar, the Hilsa shad is a critical fish for local livelihoods, nutrition, and ecosystems. However, Hilsa stocks[Read More…]
Researchers to test impact of special healthy diet on Crohn’s disease
The Monash University-led study will investigate whether a newly developed diet can reduce inflammation in Crohn’s Disease Volunteers are needed to test a diet that researchers hope can improve the lives of those living with Crohn’s disease, a debilitating condition requiring life-long immunosuppression drugs and/or surgery. The Monash University-led study[Read More…]
Australia’s donor breast milk trial shares $73 million in funding
The grant aims to study the advantages of using pasteurised donor human milk (donor milk) versus infant formula for pre-term babies when maternal breast milk is not readily available Researchers from the University of Adelaide and the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute have been awarded more than $2.2[Read More…]
HKBU develops novel Chinese medicine for constipation authorised by U.S. FDA
This is the first time that a new botanical drug developed in Hong Kong was authorised to conduct a clinical trial in the US The Centre for Chinese Herbal Medicine Drug Development (CDD) of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has made significant progress in developing novel Chinese medicine for treating[Read More…]
Sugary drinks tax prevents decay and increases health equity: study
The study demonstrates a 20 per cent tax is cost-effective to prevent dental caries and is likely to increase health equity because the cost-savings and health benefits occur for populations from lower socioeconomic advantage A national Australian tax on sugary drinks could prevent more than 500,000 dental cavities and increase[Read More…]
Vitafoods Asia 2023, Leading Dietary Supplements & Ingredients Show to unravel in Bangkok
Co-located with Fi Asia the event will host nutraceutical leaders and innovators from 20 – 22 September 2023 Vitafoods Asia 2023, Asia’s Leading DietarySupplements & Ingredients Show is scheduled form 20 – 22 September 2023 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand, co-located with Fi Asia. VitafoodsAsia[Read More…]
Australia uses mushrooms for developing sustainable solution to plastics
Mushroom derived material emerging as alternative to plastics Researchers from the University of Sydney, Australia have developed a biological growing process that uses mushrooms to turn organic waste into compostable products as a low-cost, sustainable solution to plastics. Their work presents an approach for growing sustainable myco-materials – a mixture[Read More…]
Chula has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers
Chulalongkorn University‘s Faculty of Science has researched and developed high-protein, gluten-free pasta noodles for gluten-intolerant health-lovers Noodle lovers, pasta is one popular item with its chewy yet soft texture and delicious taste. However, not everyone can fully enjoy pasta due to intolerance to gluten for some— a type of protein[Read More…]
Global first as KitKat is wrapped in paper packaging
Australia’s number one chocolate bar KitKat has announced its first ever trial of innovative new paper packaging on fan favourite KitKat four-finger 45g. In an exclusive trial with Coles Supermarkets across Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory, consumers can now buy KitKat bars featuring the paper wrapper for a limited time. More than a[Read More…]
