‘It’s not too late’: Singapore Chinese Health Study lead investigator reveals protective impacts of diet on cognition
The Singapore Chinese Health Study (SCHS) is a scientific study comprising one of the largest Asian population-based cohorts in the world comprising over 60,000 middle-aged and elderly Chinese Singaporeans with data collected over the space of 20 years.The SCHS is led by the National University of Singapore’s Professor Koh Woon Puay, and has measured its
Dairy the core base, but greater co-existence with plant-based, precision fermented proteins to come – Friesland Campina
This is driven by shifts in consumer demand, such as the belief that plant-based proteins are healthier, as well as corporate businesses’ sustainability and environmental goals.Taking infant formula as an example, Friesland Campina noticed that companies are starting to offer plant-based or hybrid formulas.This could be seen in the case of Danone, which launched infant
Asian skin health innovation: Heliocare’s new supplement to combat hyperpigmentation via multiple pathways
Known as Heliocare Luminance, the new launch was specially developed by Cantabria Labs for its distributing partner NeoAsia. The product is exclusively distributed in Singapore currently, with plans to enter Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and China.Formulated with Fernblock, a patented extract of Polypodium Leucotomos that is featured in all Heliocare’s oral supplements, the new
Science Shorts: Nestle FITS & KIDS study, APAC cultivated meat, 3D-printed salmon and more feature in our round-up
FIT-ter KIDS: Fortified products key to addressing APAC micronutrient gaps – Nestle at Growth Asia SummitNew Nestle data has revealed the major micronutrient gaps faced by many toddlers and school-age children in the Asia Pacific region, as well as the important role that fortified foods and beverages can play in addressing these needs.Nestle may be
Meatable says costs cut and production improved as it aims to debut price-competitive cultivated meat in Singapore
Founded in 2018, Meatable raised US$35m in a recent funding round, bringing its total funding to US$95m, which will be used to scale up production and accelerate commercialisation.In September, the company held its first ever media tasting in Singapore, marking a significant step towards full regulatory approval for sales in the island-state.“The event received Singapore
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