NMN Updates: Chinese Companies Lead Novel Food Applications in the EU, While Short-Staffed FDA Delays Citizen Petition Response
Background of NMN Applications Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a bioactive nucleotide naturally present in the human body and serves as a key precursor for synthesizing nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) in […]
Herbalife Reports USD 2.48 Billion in First-Half Revenue
In the early hours of August 7, global weight management and nutrition leader Herbalife released its latest financial report. For the first half of 2025, the company achieved sales of […]
China Holds 13,500 Valid Health Food Registration Certificates
On August 4, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) responded to a proposal from members of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, stating that as of the end of […]
Leadership Changes at Mead Johnson Nutrition
Mead Johnson Nutrition Co., Ltd. has announced changes to its senior leadership team. Zhou Tao has stepped down as legal representative, chairman, and general manager, assuming new roles as director […]
Kirin Reports 20% Growth in Plasma-Derived Lactic Acid Bacteria Sales
Kirin Holdings Co., Ltd. has reported strong performance for its proprietary plasma-derived lactic acid bacteria in both domestic and international markets. From January to June 2025, sales rose approximately 20% […]
Yakult Introduces Postbiotic Zero-Sugar, Zero-Calorie Sparkling Water
Yakult has launched its “Postbiotic 0-Sugar 0-Calorie Sparkling Water” in original and dual-grapefruit flavors. The beverage is fortified with Probio-Eco, a scientifically validated postbiotic fermented by two proprietary probiotic strains, […]
Member’s Mark Debuts Active Probiotic Milk Tablets
Sam’s Club’s private label, Member’s Mark, has introduced “Active Probiotic Milk Tablets,” offering two flavors—original and strawberry—in each pack. The product is formulated with full-fat milk powder imported from New […]
China Cracks Down on Re-Import of Domestically Manufactured Health Products via CBEC
Beijing, August 2025 – Chinese regulators are intensifying scrutiny on a practice that has quietly persisted in parts of the health product sector: manufacturing goods domestically, exporting them abroad, and […]
I Watched 100 Hours of Chinese Livestreams… Here’s What U.S. Brands Are Missing.
The below is from Ron Wardle, Social Commerce & Livestream Shopping Leader | Global E-Com Executive | US | China | APAC | #1 Amazon Best Selling Author, which he […]
Niagen Bioscience Secures Exclusive License to Develop and Commercialize its NAD+ Precursor, Patented Nicotinamide Riboside (Niagen®), as a Potential Parkinson’s Disease Therapy
Collaboration builds on years of joint research, additional patent applications, and data from several clinical trials to accelerate therapeutic innovation in neurodegeneration LOS ANGELES–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Niagen Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAGE) (formerly ChromaDex […]