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DrinkTec Munich 2022 is over and was a great success- thanks to you! 

At DrinkTec Munich 2022 functional ingredient expert Taiyo presented brand new beverage concepts which addressed current consumer trends, such as energy water, sleep water, sports nutrition, and other functional drinks. The company presented a newcomer to its Sunfiber® portfolio, Sunfiber VC – an all-natural, 100% soluble dietary fiber – as well as its new Sunfiber Water, CherryShield water and other functional waters. It also presented different “always perfect instant teas”, specially prepared for being brewed in Nespresso cups. Other highlights at the Taiyo booth included the SunMatcha extract and Moringa extract with weight loss properties. The managing director, Dr. Stefan Siebrecht, also informed the audience about the effects of Theanine and it´s benefits for your beverages. 

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Drinktec 2022-Functional beverage concepts with natural raw materials

Taiyo, the expert in natural-based functional ingredients, will be showcasing exciting concepts at Drinktec 2022, which all address beverage trends such as prebiotic and functional drinks. At the Taiyo booth A5-630 in Munich, product developers and buyers looking for innovative ingredients with health-promoting properties will find solutions that set new standards, including Moringa Extract S. This contains the glucosinolate glucomoringin (GMG); a so-called genetic switch that activates natural physiological mechanisms which help the body to produce more energy. The positive effects of GMG have been proven in numerous studies, including its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to protect against neurodegenerative diseases.

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Taiyo presents various product prototypes at Vitafoods 2022

Taiyo, the expert in health-promoting natural ingredients, introduced innovative concepts and prototypes that generated great interest among visitors to Vitafoods Europe 2022 from 10.05.- 12.05.2022 in Geneva. The focus was on Taiyo´s ingredients Sunfiber, SunActive Mg and combination products like SunCurcumin. Other popular new products included power shot concepts based on prebiotic juice powders with Sunfiber, elderberry based ElderMune gummies and Matcha pralines, which were eagerly tasted by attendees.

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Vitafoods Europe 2022: Taiyo presents new innovative concepts

At Vitafoods Europe 2022, functional ingredient expert Taiyo will present brand new concepts which address current consumer trends, such as healthy ageing, sports nutrition and clean label products. The company will present new additions to its Sunfiber® portfolio – an all-natural, 100% soluble dietary fiber – as well as its new Sunfiber Water Concept, an optimum hydration offering with health-boosting properties. It will also present Sunphenon EC, known for its high polyphenol and catechin content with proven antioxidant effects. Other highlights at the Taiyo stand include new concepts for Vegemeat and Sunfiber.

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Non-alcoholic liver disease: study shows that PHGG inhibits the development of NAFLD

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is one of the most widespread liver diseases worldwide. The highest rates are currently reported from South America and the Middle East followed by Asia, the US and Europe. The global prevalence of NAFLD is currently estimated at about 24% and both adults and children are affected. Also, NAFLD increases the risk for complication such as cirrhosis, liver failure or even cardiovascular diseases.

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DKSH – Taiyo´s new distribution partner for Spain and Portugal

DKSH is now Taiyo’s new strong distribution partner for the Iberian market. Already back in December 2021, DKSH announced the acquisition of the third-party distribution business of HealthTech Bio Actives (HTBA), a Spanish manufacturer and distributor of food and pharmaceutical ingredients. HTBA (previously known as Ferrer HealthTech) has been Taiyo’s exclusive distributor for the countries of Spain and Portugal for more than 15 years. The acquisition of HTBA thus also marks the perfect collaboration between Taiyo and DKSH.

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