Ajay Kandhari, Director at DSS Imagetech and Spokesperson for Seqlo
As the world observes Food Safety Day, it is important to recognise that food and water safety are closely interconnected. In a country with a population of over 1.4 billion, clean drinking water is a precious resource. For most...
Parimal Shah, CEO and Founder, Cherise India Pvt. Ltd
In malls, cafes and college canteens, the cola‑can culture is slowly giving way to something quieter but more intentional trends with bottles marked as low sugar, protein, electrolytes, or gut‑friendly. For Gen Z, the drink in hand is no ...
Gaurav Soni, Founder and Managing Director, Botanic Healthcare
For years, talks about Indian plants have been about how they compete with other countries, usually China. These talks have been shaped by things like pricing pressure, the size of the farms, and the fact that the US is the biggest e...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
Most of us have heard some version of the same advice: if your stomach feels uncomfortable, avoid “heaty” foods. If you feel bloated, reach for something “cooling”. If digestion feels sluggish, try herbal tea, a detox drink, or a lit...
Deepanshu Manchanda, MD at Zappfresh
The frozen food category in India is going through a significant shift. What was once seen as a convenience-driven option is now increasingly being viewed through the lens of quality, safety, and trust. As consumer awareness grows, the expectations from froze...
Dr Nilesh Amritkar, MD, Envirocare Labs, Past President Association of Food Scientists & Technologists of India, Vice Chair TIC Council India.
A few years ago, “vegan” was a niche word found mostly in conversations around animal welfare, wellness cafés, or international lifestyle moveme...
Gurmeet Kaur, Co-founder, Ubalance Naturals
Ayurveda: A Systems Science
Ayurveda was never designed as a trend. It is a systems science — a structured framework that understands the body as an interconnected network governing energy, metabolism, cognition, and recovery. What has changed is ...
Dr Seema Puri, Prof. (Retd.) Institute of Home Economics, University of Delhi, Independent Nutrition Consultant and Nutrition Advisor IFBA
In today’s world of superfoods, viral diets, calorie trackers, and endless nutrition advice, eating well can feel complicated. One day, carbohydrates are t...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
There was a time when food luxury meant fine dining, rare ingredients, and a price tag to match. These days, it might look more like a carefully chosen yoghurt with added fibre, a low-glycaemic snack between meetings, or a drink that promise...
Aker BioMarine Introduces High-Potency Algal DHA, Revervia, for Vegetarian Consumers
Supplement usage in India is on the rise, with approximately one in three individuals taking a dietary supplement (according to Informa Markets). This growth is being driven by a strong wave of new product...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
Scroll through social media for a few minutes and it quickly becomes clear that, these days, everyone seems to have an opinion about nutrition. One post warns against carbohydrates, another praises them as the key to sustained energy. One we...
Neelanjana Singh, Nutrition Therapist & Wellness Consultant, National Executive Member, IDA
Women’s health often receives special attention around the first week of March as we commemorate International Women’s Day. However, the subject is far too vast to be confined to a single occasion...
Karel Thurman, Portfolio Director at BENEO
Across Asia, waistlines are expanding at a pace few would have predicted a generation ago.
While obesity has been a growing global concern for decades, rates are now increasing rapidly across the Asia-Pacific region. Already today, more than 1 billio...
Festive travellers risk exposure to harmful bacteria when eating service station food in their vehicles
As millions prepare for Christmas journeys to visit family and friends, motorway service stations will be packed with travellers grabbing quick meals and snacks. But for those choosing to eat ...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
If 2025 taught the industry anything, it’s that Asian consumers have reset their expectations around sweetness. Reduced-sugar products are no longer seen as niche or “better-for-you” alternatives; they are rapidly becoming the default ...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
At first glance, Asia looks leaner and healthier than many parts of the world. Yet, beneath this appearance lies a paradox: many people who seem fit are quietly developing metabolic diseases.
Known as the “skinny-fat”[1] phenomenon, o...
By Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO Asia
When we think about mental health, we often picture therapy sessions, mindfulness apps, or a good night’s sleep. But what about breakfast? The snacks between meetings? Or the sweet treat after a long day? This October, during Mental Health...
Lois Mo, Marketing Director, Health & Wellness, APAC
Across Asia, emotional well-being is under growing strain. From sleepless nights to chronic burnout, more people are struggling to keep up with the pressures of modern life. Consumers today are grappling with multiple stressors, from deman...
