The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 have been announced, and the winners are a testament to the industry's innovation and dedication to consumer needs. This year's event, held in Bangkok, saw a record-breaking 256 entries, showcasing the diverse and dynamic nature of the Asia-Pacific market. The awards celebrate the best product developments, commercial successes, and research in the field of nutrition and health ingredients.
One of the standout categories is 'Ingredient of the Year: Beauty from Within'. Bloomage Biotechnology's HAPLEX® Plus Sodium Hyaluronate and Puredia's Omegia™ Sea Buckthorn Omega 7 emerged as winners, highlighting the importance of ingredients in promoting overall health and beauty. The 'Ingredient of the Year: Botanical' category saw a tie between Grape King Bio's Cordy ilight and Phynova Group's Reducose®, both of which offer unique benefits for overall well-being.
The 'Ingredient of the Year: Healthspan' category was a close contest, with Arjuna Natural's BCM-95® (Curcugreen®) and Kaneka Corporation's Kaneka Ubiquinol™ taking the top spots. These ingredients demonstrate the industry's commitment to providing solutions for various health concerns. In the 'Ingredient of the Year: Microbiome Modulation' category, AB-BIOTICS' Gyntima® Menopause and Anagenix's Livaux® were recognized for their innovative approaches to gut health.
The 'Ingredient of the Year: Mind and Mood' category saw a tie between Saanroo's Levagen®+ and Bio-gen Extracts' Lute-gen®. These ingredients offer unique benefits for mental well-being, showcasing the industry's focus on holistic health. The 'Ingredient of the Year: Sports Nutrition' category was dominated by Biotropics Malaysia's Physta® Tongkat Ali and Bio-gen Extracts' TruBeet®, both of which promote performance and recovery.
The 'Product of the Year' categories also showcased a wide range of innovative products. Ejia Biotech's EJIA Red Bean Water and Dongguan Marketing's LIFE TREE 15,000 mg Advanced Multi-Collagen Beauty Drink were recognized for their unique formulations. Lifestream's Calcium Natural and BioPractica's Metabolic BOOST were also notable winners, highlighting the importance of personalized nutrition. The 'Product of the Year: Immune Support' category saw a tie between Junlebao Dairy's Freshjoy Fresh Milk and Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group's Yili Health Science Immunoglobulin Protein Powder, both of which promote a healthy immune system.
The 'Product of the Year: Microbiome Modulation' category was dominated by Biostime's Biostime® Infant & Children A-L-G Care™ and Theronomic's Theronomic Tribiotic Ova-All Care, both of which promote gut health in different age groups. The 'Product of the Year: Sports Nutrition' category saw a tie between Carefore Global New Zealand's FitBoost™ and SLS Performance's Numin, both of which promote performance and recovery.
The awards also recognized initiatives and research. The Editors Award for Infant and Child Nutrition Initiative went to Hyproca Nutrition's Kabrita Yuebai Toddler Goat Milk Formula Powder and Junlebao Dairy Group's Youcui Baoai. The Innovations in Women's Health Award saw a tie between Naturalendo Tech's EstroG-100® and Vital Nova Health and Technology's Leliwell® Probiotics for Pregnant and Nursing Women. The Marketing Initiative of the Year was awarded to Algalif Iceland's The Astalíf™ Brand Transformation Initiative, and the Nutrition Research Project category saw a tie between Phynova Group's Advancing Nutritional Science for Metabolic Health and Senescence Life Sciences' The Magtein® Brain Magnesium Research Program.
The Start-up Award recognized HiveEnergy's HiveEnergy Sports Gel and Longevity Life Sciences' Longevity Life Sciences, both of which showcase the potential of new entrants in the industry. The NutraChampion award was presented to Dr. Krishnakumar Illathu Madhavamenon, recognizing their contributions to the field. Gary Scattergood, managing director of APAC at William Reed, the publisher of NutraIngredients, praised the winners, highlighting their scientific rigor, commercial success, and compelling narratives that address consumer needs across Asia.
The NutraIngredients-Asia Awards 2026 not only celebrate the winners but also serve as a platform for the industry to showcase its innovation and dedication to consumer well-being. As the industry continues to evolve, these awards provide a valuable benchmark for the Asia-Pacific market, inspiring further research and development in the field of nutrition and health ingredients.
