Japan

Functional coffee: Ezaki Glico release series of drinks for blood sugar and stress relief

16-Oct-2019 By Guan Yu Lim

Ezaki Glico has launched a new series of coffee in Japan under the Food with Function Claim (FFC) label.

Asahi proprietary probiotic reduces fatigue and stress in university athletes – RCT

21-Aug-2019 By Tingmin Koe

Daily intake of Lactobacillus gasseri CP2305 - Asahi’s proprietary paraprobiotic - is able to relieve fatigue and stress-related symptoms in long-distance male runners.

B vitamin supplementation eases metabolic syndrome symptoms in adults: Japan RCT

09-Jul-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Supplementation with B vitamins (among others) can lower plasma homocysteine levels in those with some form of metabolic syndrome, according to an RCT conducted in an adult Japanese population.

DHA and citicoline double-up to boost cognitive improvements after stroke: Japanese study

14-Jun-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Japanese researchers have found that Cognizin Citicoline in combination with DHA, can improve learning and memory ability in mice which have been subjected to stroke symptoms.

Omega-3 for ocular health: How dietary intake can help fight allergic conjunctivitis — Japanese study

17-Jan-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids can help alleviate allergic conjunctivitis (AC) in both its early and late stages through their anti-inflammatory activity, according to a study by Japan's Juntendo University.

Vitafoods Asia 2018

Skin and bones: BioCell Technology plans further APAC expansion with aged care and nutricosmetics focus

27-Sep-2018 By Cheryl Tay

US-based BioCell Technology has set its sights on Japan and South Korea as the next big Asian markets for its patented BioCell Collagen, thanks to opportunities presented by the ageing population and 'beauty from within' trend in both countries.

Traditional diets may be better for children's gut microbiome than modern foods: Japanese-Thai study

26-Sep-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Modern dietary changes have affected gut microbiota functionality in children, who might benefit from more traditional, plant-based diets, according to researchers in Japan and Thailand.

Boysenberry useful against endothelial dysfunction in both mice and humans: Japanese study

13-Sep-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Boysenberry polyphenol and its anthocyanins may be able to inhibit blood and lymphatic vessel dysfunction and help to maintain vascular stability, according to a study by Japan's Niigata University.

Japan leading the charge for DNA testing trend in boost for personalised nutrition firms

14-Aug-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Japan's consumer genetic testing industry is booming, buoying hopes that personalised nutrition firms can tap into demands for tailored products, especially among the elderly.

NutraIngredients-Asia launches Japan newsletter

29-Jun-2017 By Gary Scattergood

NutraIngredients-Asia.com has launched a Japan newsletter to provide news and insights about the nutrition, health and dietary supplements industry with content produced in both Japanese and English.

New China newsletter launched by NutraIngredients-Asia...sign up for free!

19-Jun-2017 By Gary Scattergood

NutraIngredients-Asia had launched a new China email newsletter to shine the spotlight on one of the most crucial nations for the industry's growth, with articles published in both Chinese and English.

Lotte’s probiotic chocolate success highlights functional potential in Japan

16-Jan-2017 By Oliver Nieburg

Functional chocolate is poised to contribute to market growth in Japan based on the success of Lotte’s Sweet Days chocolate, says market analyst Canadean.

Probiotics to help drive 44% rise in APAC functional foods market by 2026

28-Sep-2016 By Gary Scattergood

The functional food ingredients market in Asia Pacific is being tipped to rise from $2.85bn at the end of 2016 to $5.04bn in 2026 with probiotics projected to be the fastest growing segment over the forecast period 

Special edition: Beauty from within

Nutricosmetics: ‘US market holds great potential but a few challenges must be overcome’, say suppliers

19-Mar-2015 By Stephen Daniells

New product launches containing collagen – the majority with a “beauty from within” positioning – have grown an eye-watering 250% in just four years, with Japan offering plenty of delivery and formulations lessons for Western companies.

Lutein, blackcurrant extract may reduce visual fatigue: Study

10-Aug-2009 By Stephen Daniells

A supplement containing lutein, zeaxanthin and blackcurrant extract may reverse signs of visual fatigue, according to a new study from Japan and Singapore.