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Indian consumers are gradually exploring CBD for its medicinal and wellness benefits

Indian consumers are gradually exploring CBD for its medicinal and wellness benefits

Richa Jaggi, Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer, Awshad Due to its potential health benefits and the legalisation of hemp growing in some areas, Cannabidiol or CBD, has recently gained popularity in India. Many homegrown brands

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The bakery sector is now attracting increased attention from investors

The bakery sector is now attracting increased attention from investors

Aditi Handa, Co-founder & Head Chef, The Baker’s Dozen (TBD) According to data compiled by Tracxn, December 2023 emerged as the most active month for risk capital investors. During this month, Indian startups attracted above

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Challenges associated with nutraceuticals need to be resolved within the umbrella of food and FSSAI, not CDSCO

Challenges associated with nutraceuticals need to be resolved within the umbrella of food and FSSAI, not CDSCO

Many startups and individuals had great ideas regarding food products but did not know how to convert the idea into a product. They did not have a lab and other infrastructure to carry out the

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Incentivising R&D endeavours can foster innovation and validate traditional practices with modern science

Incentivising R&D endeavours can foster innovation and validate traditional practices with modern science

Naman Dhamija, Founder and Managing Director, Dharishah Ayurveda Ambala-based Dharishah Ayurveda, where the essence of ancient wisdom meets the innovation of modern wellness established with a vision to revive traditional healing practices, has become a

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Camel milk should be promoted as nutraceutical

Camel milk should be promoted as nutraceutical

Hitesh Rathi, Founder of Aadvik Foods Camel milk should also be promoted as an ingredient in various industries like nutraceuticals, skin care and Ice cream confectionery, this will help overall awareness and acceptability of camel

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Can Functional Foods Aid Graceful Ageing?

Can Functional Foods Aid Graceful Ageing?

Rajinish Menon, CEO & Founder, Sukino Healthcare Solutions As our lives unfold, our bodies undergo inevitable changes, particularly as we embrace our golden years. These physiological shifts impact our nutritional needs, presenting unique challenges in

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Govt-owned food laboratories require more strengthening to meet the demands of food quality testing

Govt-owned food laboratories require more strengthening to meet the demands of food quality testing

Dr Veena P Panicker, Head, Bio Monitoring, Merck Life Science India Today's average Indian consumer is more aware of the importance of food safety, which they consider a crucial aspect of their health. Therefore, all

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Technologically integrated nutritional solutions are expected to grow at a robust 25% annually in India

Technologically integrated nutritional solutions are expected to grow at a robust 25% annually in India

Mihir Gadani, Co-Founder, OZiva Numerous lifestyle disorders, including diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, cardiovascular issues, and others, are becoming more common due to factors like altered eating habits, decreased physical activity, and an increase in

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Indian manufacturers should build capabilities for exports

Indian manufacturers should build capabilities for exports

Sandeep Verma, Country Head, India, Consumer Health Division, Bayer Preventive healthcare, increasing instances of lifestyle-related disorders, and rising consumer focus on health-promoting diets and many other factors are driving the nutraceuticals market in India. However,

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“The trajectory for growth in the nutraceutical industry is anticipated to outpace that of pharmaceuticals in India”

“The trajectory for growth in the nutraceutical industry is anticipated to outpace that of pharmaceuticals in India”

Ajit Singh, President, Health Foods and Dietary Supplements Association (HADSA) With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Ajit Singh has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of the nutraceutical industry in India. His journey