1、KERRY launches LC40 Lactobacillus fermentum, which is good for infant intestinal and female breast health KERRY launched LC40 Lactobacillus fermentum. It is reported that LC40 is a fermented lactobacillus CECT5716, from the specific strain of healthy breast milk screening (patent number: WO/2004/003235). The strain has been clinically proven to not only effectively regulate infant intestinal health and enhance immunity, but also to support female breast health. Currently, KERRY LC40 can be used in infant formula, solid drinks and drops. (Source: KERRY) 2、IFF launches SeaFlour, a red seaweed powder product that improves the stability of plant-based milk IFF's Nourish division has launched a nutrient-rich hydrocolloid derived from red seaweed that improves the stability of plant-based milk and enables brands to formulate vegan dairy products with fewer ingredients. The ingredient, called SeaFlour, is said to be positioned by IFF as a non-allergenic "seaweed powder" or "natural seaweed" with high suspension capacity and requires minimal processing after harvesting and drying. In addition, it has a unique synergy with plant proteins to maintain the stability of plant-based beverages, providing a smooth, creamy texture and mouthfeel throughout their shelf life. As a single ingredient, manufacturers can reduce the fat and sugar content of their products without affecting texture or mouthfeel. 3、Prinova Europe launches high-purity seaweed sugar ingredient enduracarb Prinova Europe has introduced enduracarb, a high-purity seaweed sugar ingredient that can be used as part of its energy gel product concept to improve athletic endurance. Enduracarb is a slow-release disaccharide that has been shown to not only provide long-lasting muscle energy, but also to enhance performance, reduce insulin spikes, combat dehydration, mask bitterness and provide stabilizing properties. According to the company, enduracarb helps sports nutrition products become more competitive as the fuel of choice for endurance. (Source: nutritionaloutlook) 4, plant meat brand Heura launched a new food technology Good Rebel Tech Spanish plant-based meat brand Heura is launching a new technological approach to food called Good Rebel Tech, which will produce high-volume, micronutrient-dense foods in a sustainable manner. The new technology is said to be simple to use, low in energy consumption and utilizes the inherent properties of plants for healthier food options, not only for upgrading nutrient-rich byproduct materials, but also for applying to underutilized plant resources. In addition, the method allows the team to evaluate micronutrients naturally present in the starting material without acting as additive ingredients and simply enhance their bioavailability when needed. As a result, only physical methods are used in the manufacturing process and no chemical treatment is required for the product. It is understood that Good Rebel Tech will file its first patent in 2022, which will ...

1. KERRY Launches 0 Trans Fat Phyllo Products for Added Taste. KERRY launched phytolipid end products. It is reported that the fat in this product comes from vegetable oil, which not only does not contain trans fatty acids (palm kernel oil, palm oil, coconut oil), but also can increase the taste. At the same time, the product is produced using the original German imported creamer spray tower equipment, which is highly stable and has good precision. The series of products have a wide range of applications and the recommended dosage is 8%-15%, including mellow phyllo, phyllo 32A, smooth phyllo, phyllo C40, phyllo X80, phyllo CT-S, frothy creamer KKL-8094, phyllo GM36.(Source: KERRY) 2. Cohanson Introduces Plant-based Meat Fermentation Solutions for Shelf-life Stabilization. Cohanson is expanding its Vega Culture Kit portfolio with the launch of its new line of plant-based meat substitute cultures. The series is said to be a fermentation solution that reduces spoilage and maintains the freshness of plant-based alternative proteins. The new line is understood to serve as an alternative to high-salt options on the market, with the power of fermentation to stabilize shelf life and thus reduce sodium content in the product. 3. CK Ingredients Launches FabaFuel, a Broad Bean Plant-based Protein. CK Ingredients has launched FabaFuel, a fava bean plant protein, as a deodorized plant protein. The product is said to be derived from the Canadian snowbird fava bean ingredient and is a fine, light off-white powder with a neutral aroma, 64% protein, 12% fiber and a protein digestibility corrected amino acid score (PDCAAS) of 0.75. According to the company, the ingredient has gelation and water retention properties, and its emulsification and foaming properties make FabaFuel an alternative or reduced application for egg whites. FabaFuel can be used in a wide range of applications, including plant-based meat and poultry substitutes, dairy substitutes, batter/bread, baked goods, puffed snacks and powdered beverages. 4. Van Drunen Farms Introduces Horseradish Powder. Van Drunen Farms launched horseradish powder. Amaranth is said to be a leafy, succulent plant commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine. It is a high quality source of vitamins, minerals and plant extracts and is rich in nutrients, containing nine times more omega-3 fatty acids than spinach. In addition, the product has a mild to slightly bitter, rich flavor and is presented in powder form. It can be used in green drinks, smoothies and meal replacements, superfood blends and functional foods. 5. Crown Introduces New VDS for Use in the Oilseed Processing Industry. Crown has introduced a vacuum desolventizer vaporizer (VDS) for continuous indirect vacuum drying and desolventizing of temperature-sensitive products. According to the company, the VDS' desolventizer and vapor stripper are contained in a compact unit with a smaller footprint, providing full solvent recovery with low steam consumption and reduced p...

In the 2019 Accenture release, "Winning Her Economy Wisely, Reconceptualizing the Female Consumer in the Digital Age," it is mentioned that China has nearly 400 million female consumers aged 20-60, who would constitute the world's third largest economy if calculated by population size alone, and whose annual consumer spending is controlled by RMB 10 trillion. In recent years, the female group is taking a strong stance to break the inherent perception of women, with women as the main purchasing power in food, mother and child, skin care, home and clothing categories in a household, and all kinds of consumer goods are transforming around the rise of female power. Women are giving a small breakthrough in the areas of health care, skin care and child care to sugar substitutes. 1. Health Care The 2021 Chinese White Collar Women's Healthy Diet White Paper analyzes the food and nutritional intake of urban women aged 18-49, etc. It shows that compared to the past decade, the dietary nutrition and health status of urban women in China has improved considerably, but the overweight and obesity rates have increased significantly. With increased health awareness, "sugar reduction" has become a hot topic. "Sugar reduction" is to reduce the intake of sucrose, but in order not to affect the taste, can be replaced by sugar substitutes, aspartame and sweetener in sugar substitutes are controversial in terms of safety, some countries have banned the use of sugar, which also gives the opportunity for the development of sugar alcohol substitutes, xylitol, erythritol, maltitol and other sugar alcohols with low or 0 sugar characteristics, have CBNData research shows that sugar substitute seasoning and sugar substitute baking are most concerned by female consumers. In Chinese shopping platforms, we can see food products such as sparkling water, tea, yogurt, fudge and jelly with sugar substitute as additives, and their selling points are mostly "sugar reduction", "0 added sucrose" and "no burden for drinking". "By adding erythritol, it can effectively improve the sweetness, heaviness and smoothness of beverages, while reducing their bitterness and astringency and extending the shelf life of food. For cake products, adding erythritol can reduce at least 30% of calories and will not bring negative effects after use, adding erythritol in jam can enhance the natural fruit flavor index, which is concerned and commented by the people who need to reduce sugar. 2. Skin Care In terms of skin care, women are more and more concerned about product ingredients, product efficacy and scientific skin care. Xylitol in sugar substitute can be used as a "moisturizer" in skin care products, replacing the role of glycerin, one is that xylitol is derived from wood hemicellulose or corn cob, natural and healthy, it belongs to the body's own substances, and skin contact will not cause allergic reactions; two is that xylitol has moisturizing properties, compared to glycerin, the skin feels more ...

1. Angel Yeast Opens Digital and Automated Food Ingredients Smart Manufacturing Plant Angel Yeast is opening a new manufacturing plant for food ingredients. According to the company, food ingredients are at the forefront of its investments and the smart factory will not only further enhance its manufacturing capabilities but also expand its expertise, which will be used to drive new business models and improve quality, productivity and sustainability. The plant will include an intelligent hybrid production line that will automate operations, improve quality control, productivity and energy efficiency; a packaging plant with advanced automated high-speed packaging equipment, including depalletizing robots and rail-guided vehicles that will operate autonomously and reduce labor pressure while significantly increasing production capacity per machine; and a range of intelligent systems, including an intelligent manufacturing system (MES), a distributed control system for the production line, and a new production line. MES), a distributed control system (DCS) for production lines, and intelligent automated storage facilities. 2. Cargill Strategically Expands Its Pea Protein Product RadiPure in the Middle East and Other Regions Cargill is strategically expanding its pea protein product, RadiPure, in the Middle East, Turkey, Africa (META) and India to meet consumer demand. Pea protein is highly nutritious, with a significant amino acid profile and digestibility. Cargill Pea Protein RadiPure provides approximately 80% of the protein and can also be combined with other plant-based proteins. According to Cargill research, the number of claimed high-protein, plant-based products has increased 31% over the past five years, and 83% of META customers are choosing food or beverages due to their protein content. 3. ADM To Invest Millions of Dollars to Increase Non-GMO Soybean Processing Capacity ADM announced a multimillion-dollar investment to increase non-GMO soybean processing capacity at its oilseed plant in Germany. According to the company, a key pillar of its growth strategy is the continued expansion of its differentiated product portfolio. The project is reportedly expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2023. 4. ADM to Invest $300 Million to Increase U.S. Soy Protein Concentrate Production Capacity ADM has announced plans to invest about $300 million to expand production of soy protein concentrate at its U.S. facility, a project that marks the latest move by ADM to expand its alternative protein production capacity. According to ADM, which acquired soybean ingredient producer Sojaprotein last year, the company could increase production capacity by more than 30% between investments. The project, which will reportedly be completed in the first quarter of 2025, will not only increase soy protein concentrate capacity, but will also nearly double the plant's extrusion capacity. 5. Layn Launches Botanical Ingredients Library Layn Natu...

Straddling Asia and Africa, Egypt has obvious geopolitical advantages and can radiate the Middle East, North Africa and even Europe. Its population has exceeded 100 million, making it the most populous country in the MENA region, and it has a wide influence in the region. According to Aikunwei (IQVIA), the total pharmaceutical market in Egypt was USD 2.72 billion in 2017 and is expected to reach USD 6.04 billion by 2022, with an average annual growth rate of 17.3%, making it one of the largest pharmaceutical consumption markets in the MENA region. Vigorous Promotion of Universal Health Insurance, Medical Investment in the Future Can Be Expected Limited by economic development and payment capacity, Egypt's financial allocation for healthcare in previous years was less than 2% of GDP, which is far below the global average (WHO: the average ratio of global health expenditure to GDP in 2016 was 7%). As a result of the epidemic, Egypt's FY2020/21 budget, has increased public health spending to about 3% of GDP. The Egyptian health service system is mainly composed of central hospitals under the Ministry of Health, university hospitals under the Ministry of Higher Education, military hospitals under the Ministry of Defense, police hospitals under the Ministry of Interior, and private hospitals and clinics. There are 1,798 hospitals with about 130,000 beds in the country. Among them, there are 691 public hospitals, accounting for 38%, but the bed share is as high as 77% (about 100,000 beds in public hospitals and about 30,000 beds in private hospitals). The lower quality of services in public hospitals has resulted in "serious diversion" from private hospitals. Although the supply of medical services is currently dominated by public institutions, private medical institutions are growing rapidly, including hospitals, imaging centers, and out-of-hospital laboratories, which are expanding rapidly. In line with Egypt Vision 2030, the Egyptian government is committed to promoting a comprehensive health care system. A new Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHA) was established in 2019, and health insurance will be financed mainly from participant contributions, with individuals able to pay 5% of their gross salaries to become insured, as well as through financing from international organizations such as the IMF. The new universal health care system is proposed to be implemented in six phases. the first phase in 2020 starts with a pilot in six governorates and is planned to complete full coverage by 2032. Egypt's current President Sisi is expected to rule until 2030 after the constitutional amendment, so that the promotion of universal health care has a political guarantee, the future health care investment is expected to continue to increase. Pharmaceutical Regulation Follows the West, Public Collection of Strong Price Pressure The Egyptian government has vigorously promoted the reform of medical supplies management institutions, with the new Egyptian Drug ...

On March 12, the Natural Products Expo West, the largest trade show in the United States in the past two years, came to a close in Anaheim, California. According to the official statistics of the show, after two years of strong return, this year's show has 2700+ exhibitors from 42 countries, with an exhibition scale of over 40,000 square meters, of which 23% are new exhibitors. Meanwhile, 57,000+ professional buyers from 95 countries visited the show. Five Main Product Trends 1. Innovative product dosage forms The traditional dosage forms of dietary supplements are tablets and capsules, but in recent years, easier to take dosage forms such as gummies, liquids and powders are becoming more and more popular. CBD products are mostly gummies, and liquid dosage forms are widely used by sleep management, stress management, immune health and cognitive health products, in addition to energy products. 2. Combination of multiple ingredients CBD products are usually compounded with Monkey Head Mushroom and Cordyceps extract to improve immune efficacy, and probiotic products are usually compounded with Elderberry and Turmeric extract to enhance microbial health. 3. A wider audience for sports nutrition products As a result of the new crown epidemic, more and more people are choosing to enhance exercise to improve their immune system, which has stimulated a large demand for sports nutrition products. Products with natural energy and hydration-promoting effects were very popular at this year's show, and products traditionally aimed at older consumers such as bone and joint health products containing magnesium, collagen and other ingredients are also receiving increasing attention from younger people. 4. Brain health is gaining attention The impact of the new coronavirus on human brain health has been widely discussed, and dietary supplements related to it are gaining attention. omega-3 has been the star product in this area, and other ingredients such as magnesium, theanine, mushrooms, GABA, etc. are also gaining popularity at the show. 5. Organic products on the rise In recent years, the awareness of organic products is not only limited to health benefits, but also gradually recognizes the great role of sustainable production methods of organic products for environmental friendliness and fighting climate change. Therefore, organic ingredients are not only sought after by the food and beverage industry, but also increasingly favored by the dietary supplement industry. Five Strategic Trends in Industry Development 1. The trend of brand marketing from the source continues The growing consumer demand for transparency and technology in dietary supplement ingredients has prompted more and more brand manufacturers to start brand marketing for the ingredients of their products, such as inviting their ingredient suppliers to showcase the production process and technological input of the ingredients, etc. The products of many ingredient suppliers were also attracting g...

Global Nutraceutical Industry Continues to Grow at A Rapid Pace According to the NUTRITION BUSINESS JOURNAL (NBJ) report on the global nutraceutical industry for 2020, nutraceutical sales soar when the outbreak of Newcastle pneumonia spreads rapidly, and rise relatively steadily after the spread of the disease is effectively controlled. As the increasingly infectious Omicron rapidly becomes the mainstream strain in many countries and regions around the world, NBJ predicts that the global nutraceuticals market will continue to grow at a rapid pace in 2022. The Global Nutraceutical Industry Report 2021 states that while the epidemic will further drive up consumer demand for nutraceuticals, total sales will level off as long-term coexistence with the virus becomes the new normal and nutraceuticals become an increasing part of the public's daily life. 11% in 2020. However, it should be noted that the 11% increase growth in 2020 is based on a market size base of $142.47 billion, while the global nutraceutical industry market size reaches $158.21 billion in 2021. Thus, the "mediocre 5.9% growth rate" mentioned in the report is backed by a real increase of $9.27 billion. It is clear that the global nutraceutical market is largely driven by the U.S. In 2020, the U.S. nutraceutical market grew at an unprecedented rate of 14.5%, making the U.S. account for 35.2% of the global nutraceutical market, reaching a record high. Meanwhile, the Chinese nutraceuticals market, which surpassed the size of the Western European market in 2016, also maintained a growth rate of 14.3% almost equal to that of the U.S., and its influence in the global nutraceuticals market is becoming stronger. 2020 nutraceuticals sales in Western Europe grew by 7.4%, and the NBJ had predicted that the growth rate would drop to 4.2% in 2021, which is lower than the estimated growth value before the new crown pandemic. Chinese Companies Trade Import and Export In terms of foreign trade, countries and regions such as the United States, Western Europe, Japan, South Korea and Australia are still the main export markets of nutritional health food products in China. In terms of export categories, vitamins, minerals, amylose chondroitin, OMEGA-3 and plant-based dietary supplements are the traditional advantageous categories of China's exports. Tablets, soft capsules and powders are the main dosage forms for export. Some innovative dosage forms, such as gummy products, have become hot spots for young consumers around the world, and the export volume to the U.S. market has increased rapidly in the past few years. In terms of specific varieties, different markets have different characteristics, for example, in the U.S. market, vitamin minerals and herbal dietary supplements account for a larger market share, with vitamin dietary supplement sales reaching $17.7 billion in 2020 and herbal dietary supplement sales exceeding $10 billion for the first time since the outbreak of the Newcastle pneumonia, bec...

On March 14, 2022, China's National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment (NCSFRAC) publicly solicited comments on the new food ingredient arabinoxylan, the first new food ingredient to be solicited in 2022. As a kind of functional sugar, arabinoxylan has a variety of health effects and is expected to be used in functional foods such as digestive aid, blood sugar control, immune enhancement and weight loss. What Are the Health Effects of Arabinoxylan? Arabinoxylan is a water-insoluble polysaccharide made from sugarcane bagasse, wheat bran, corn husk and other grasses through pretreatment, alkali extraction, de-alkaline concentration, neutralization and precipitation, washing and purification, drying, etc. The FDA treats arabinoxylan as a dietary fiber, and products containing this ingredient have been allowed to be added to food or dietary supplements in the EU, Canada and other countries and regions, and the recommended The recommended dietary allowance is ≤15 g/day. Arabinoxylan is considered to have antioxidant effects, protecting cells and tissues from free radical damage, and it is also a dietary fiber with beneficial biogenic effects, whose main health effects include. 1) Promoting gastrointestinal health As a cellulose-based insoluble fiber, arabinoxylan may help improve digestion by maintaining healthy flora in the gut, facilitating the absorption of food and nutrients, helping food pass through the digestive tract faster, preventing constipation and reducing the risk of diverticular disease. These benefits were demonstrated in a 2012 study in the British Journal of Nutrition, where 63 adults provided with 1,000 milligrams (mg) of arabinoxylan-rich bran daily for three weeks experienced a significant reduction in the frequency and severity of constipation. 2) Control of blood sugar levels Insoluble fibers are believed to contribute to the production of short-chain fatty acids during fermentation in the intestine, the main source of energy in the lining of the intestine, and increasing their amount improves energy metabolism and speeds up the rate of glucose removal from the blood. Thus, consumption of arabinoxylan slows sugar absorption and lowers blood glucose levels, and can also help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by improving glucose tolerance. A 2016 study in the European Journal of Nutrition showed that adults with diabetes who consumed arabinoxylan-fortified bread before bedtime had increased insulin sensitivity in all study participants the next morning. And higher doses of arabinoxylan resulted in better blood sugar control, which may help prevent type 2 diabetes. 3) Helps with weight loss Xylan arabinoxylan increases metabolism and lowers blood sugar, and may be an effective weight loss ingredient for obese people. In a 2011 study published in PLoS One, mice fed a high-fat diet containing arabinoxylan had reduced body weight and adipose tissue compared to mice fed an unfortified diet, and also lowered cholesterol, reduced i...