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Start’em Young On Healthy Eating with Alce Nero Organic Pasta for Kids

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Available in alphabet and vehicle shapes with added spinach and tomato for more goodness

Shah Alam, April 5, 2019 – There are many reasons to start your kids on a healthy preferably organic diet from an early age.

The term ‘organic’ means that the food is a product of a farming system which avoids the use of man-made fertilizers and pesticides on the crops, feeding additives to the livestock, using radiation and genetically modified organisms[1].

Research points to the benefits of a balanced diet that includes certified organic foods as it is absent of chemicals from pesticides, that may affect the child’s developing body and brain.

While hormones and chemicals in responsibly grown non-organic food are small, research suggests that even low levels of pesticide exposure in an extended period of time can affect young children’s neurological and behavioral development, with evidence showing links between pesticide exposure to neonatal reflexes, psychomotor and mental development, and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder[2].

Another reason of switching children to an organic diet is to reduce their exposure to   organophosphates, a type of neurotoxicant pesticide that can cause significantly lower activity in the central and peripheral nervous system. It can be found in many commercially produced non-organic foods[3].

The case for switching over to a more organic diet especially for kids is strong. However, children have minds of their own and tend to like the chemically coloured, artificially flavoured snack foods and highly processed fast foods. Sigh.

One strategy that has worked for parents is to start them young on healthy eating so that they develop the taste for good food, if possible organic food. This approach does require some creativity from parents but can result in children who have a preference for better, healthier food that can result in healthier food choices.

Alce Nero, a leader among eco-conscious and health conscious consumers is here to help stressed out parents start their little ones on a journey of delicious and healthy organic eating with its super cute and super good Organic Alphabet Pasta and Organic Vehicle Shape Pasta.

The brand’s farm-to-table concept is made possible by working with its network of organic farmers, making the produce much healthier. This new addition to the brand’s extensive line of authentic Italian organic produce is 100% organic certified by European Union law and by JAS organic agriculture in Japan.

Incorporating Vegetables in Children’s Diets

Alce Nero’s Organic Pasta for kids includes dehydrated organic spinach green letters, and dehydrated organic tomato red letters. Kids enjoy the coloured letters, and will be so engaged sorting letters and colours before that they will eat them without making faces about the hidden vegetables. Over time they will develop the taste for organic foods and lose their fear of vegetables, too! Their minds will be stimulated and they will recognise letters too that can help with picking up reading skills. Eat healthy and get a head start on reading skills with Alce Nero Organic Pasta for Kids.

Kid-friendly Organic Meal

Kids love pasta with tomato sauce. Alce Nero has you covered for a kid-friendly organic meal just prepare Alce Nero Organic Alphabet Pasta according to the instruction, and the same time warm up Alce Nero Pasta Tomato Sauce in a pan. Depending on your child’s tolerance for organic vegetables and proteins, add what he or she likes, then combine the pasta with the pasta sauce. Grate some cheese over this tasty meal and watch your child’s delight. Alce Nero Organic Pasta Tomato Sauce is so good, it can be all the flavour your organic pasta needs if you’re short of time.

Aimed to make meal time exciting again, parents can engage with their children by asking them to spell out words with the alphabet, or identify the different vehicles that the pasta comes in. They will be so taken up with the activities that come with enjoying the Alce nero Pasta for Kids that can help them adopt to organic eating habits from a tender age, reinforcing the message that organic food is delicious and fun too!

Malaysian parents can use Alce Nero products with confidence as it is certified Halal by official certification bodies recognized by JAKIM.

For more wholesome, unique and organic recipes that you and your little ones can enjoy together, please visit https://alcenero.asia/recipes.html and Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/AlceNeroMalaysia/.

About Alce Nero

Alce Nero was established in the 1970’s, when two cooperatives of young Italian farmers decided to pioneer the organic revolution, producing wholesome food while respecting the environment. Alce Nero combines old farming methods with the most advanced research on health and the environment. The techniques have evolved, but our seal of quality is still based on the simple ingredients that Alce Nero was created from: love of food, respect for the environment, and banning of synthetic chemical substances.


Today, Alce Nero is the No 1 organic brand in Italy. Our producers are involved in all stages of manufacture, allowing us to enforce respect of our principles throughout the production process and accurately trace our food to its origins. Thus, we can guarantee high quality, 100% organic, authentically Italian products brought straight from our fields to your plate. Alce Nero is famed for its organic certifications by the most stringent certification bodies from European Union and Japan.


In Malaysia, Alce Nero carries a fine range of organic pasta, extra virgin olive oil, pasta sauces, jam and honey. For more information please visit www.alcenero.asia.

[1] https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/organic

[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4247335/

[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25983063

POP! and Win Fabulous Prizes with Carlsberg Smooth Draught Promotion

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Audio accessories and beers up for grabs from April to June!

Shah Alam, 1 April 2019 –The catchy Carlsberg Smooth Draught’s “POP” sound is music to one’s ears whenever one pops open a bottle. Carlsberg Smooth Draught rides on the rhythm of music and keeps one in tune by giving out cool limited-edition audio accessories through a nationwide “POP & WIN” promotion this April to June.

Just collect the ‘POP & WIN’ Carlsberg Smooth Draught bottle caps with every purchase of 580ml Carlsberg Smooth Draught big bottle to stand a chance to win! Collect 24 bottle caps to redeem a limited-edition Carlsberg Smooth Draught branded Bluetooth headset, or 12 bottle caps for a 320ml can of Carlsberg Smooth Draught from April to May at participating coffee shops, food courts and hawker centres.

To redeem cool gadgets, one can get a FREE Carlsberg Smooth Draught can-shaped Bluetooth speaker with every purchase of a 11-can Carlsberg Smooth Draught 320ml pack in super- and hypermarkets from May to June.

Also, don’t miss out on the chance to win a wireless earpiece when you buy RM15 worth of Carlsberg Smooth Draught in bottles or cans at participating convenience stores OR when you purchase two buckets of Carlsberg Smooth Draught pints (325ml) from pubs, bars and restaurants.

Enjoy Carlsberg Smooth Draught with family and friends during this promotional campaign and be rewarded with amazing audio accessories!

For more info and T&C, check out www.facebook.com/CarlsbergMY or visit www.probablythebest.com.my.

About the Carlsberg brand

Probably the best beer in the world, Carlsberg is the flagship brand in Carlsberg Malaysia, a truly international beer brand available across 140 countries worldwide. The very first Carlsberg beers were brewed by Carlsberg’s founder J.C. Jacobsen in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1847 whilst the first locally brewed Carlsberg in Malaysia was in 1972.

Carlsberg, with strong association with football, has been a tournament sponsor of the UEFA EUROs since 1988, is the official partner of Liverpool FC for the last 25 years and has partnerships with five major national teams including England.

NONA, launches A new Range of ketupats to add variety to Ramadan-Raya this year!

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Helping You Whip Up a Feast, Like a Breeze

Kuala Lumpur, April 1, 2019 – Ramadan and Raya are the season of Muslim Malay food and kuih galore. As this festive season is just around the corner, families will be busy bustling with ladles and pots. However, as time progresses, Malaysians are on a constant look-out for a cooking-solution that could avail them in spending more time with families and friends rather than in the kitchen or running around town shopping for various must-haves.

One of the most iconic Ramadan and Raya food is ketupat. Traditionally, ketupat requires weaving skills which is intricate and will take about 4 hours to completely cook. NONA, our local food manufacturer is proud to have one of the longest histories in producing convenient and healthy Ketupat in the world.  Not only has it the widest range of Ketupat products, but it is also the innovator of convenient Ketupat Mini, Ketupat Lemang, Ketupat Palas, and Ketupat Nasi Dagang. And now, the two newest innovation to the ketupat family are Ketupat Palas Durian and Ketupat Palas Pulut Hitam.

This year, Raya will be in June and that coincides with the durian season.  Instead of having to choose between the must-have ketupat and durian, consumers can now have best of both world together.

“We understand the amount of time and effort that goes into making meals for sahur and iftar, hence NONA offers a cooking solution that makes whipping up a feast in the kitchen, faster and easier!” according to William Wee, Brand Manager (Nona) of Sri Nona Industries Sdn Bhd.

“Especially on Hari Raya, mothers become too excited and will prepare elaborate spread of meals which will definitely take up most of their time. NONA is a convenient way to cut down preparation time needed for delicious food while still cooking it with love. We want your Hari Raya to be more memorable. Spend more time decorating the house with your loved ones and catching up with old friends,” added William.

NONA, one of Malaysia’s favourite household food brands that offers generations of consumer favourites since 1975,  continues to make your Ramadan and Raya cooking more interesting and less taxing. From family’s Sahur, Iftar to Raya’s feast, the Halal certified NONA products has been and still is providing at dining tables of our Muslim brethren and sisters.

The full range of NONA Ketupat:-

Ketupat Mini (600g)
RM6.40		Ketupat Economy (780g)
RM6.40
Ketupat Mini (200g)
RM2.10		Ketupat Economy (260g)
RM2.10
Ketupat Mini 100s (1.9kg)
RM17.25		Ketupat Palas (22g)
RM6.40
Ketupat Palas Durian (22g)
RM6.40		Ketupat Palas Pulut Hitam (250g)
RM6.40
Ketupat Nasi Dagang (440g)
RM6.40		Ketupat Lemang (310g)
RM6.40

About Sri Nona Industries Sdn Bhd

Sri Nona was established since 1975 as a trading company. During its early years it operated as a small-scale manufacturer and subsequently in 1988 successfully expanded into a food manufacturer with Halal certification till today. With the vision to fulfil the local taste, the R&D and Production team of Sri Nona strived hard to produce products that meets consumer’s expectation.  The main products of Sri Nona are rice cake (Ketupat), oyster sauce, ginger drinks, dessert range and many more. Sri Nona also managed to penetrate into international markets with the collaboration with MATRADE. Sri Nona endeavours to be the preferred brand delivering quality products to all Malaysian household.  For more information, www.nona.com.my.

Guardian’s Botaneco Garden ‘Got You Covered’ with Nature-Inspired Hair and Skin Solutions

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Introduces Online Initiative To Listen To Hair & skin concern, and Reward with Matching Products

Kuala Lumpur, March 29, 2019  – Haven’t found the right hair or skin solution for your particular concerns? Looking for a nature-inspired, free-from formulation that is kinder to skin, hair, and the environment? Botaneco Garden has got you covered!

Botaneco Garden is a personal care brand conceptualized, developed, produced, and available exclusively at Guardian with 57 products that include shampoo, conditioner, hair serum, hair oil, hair treatment, body wash, body scrub, body butter, body cream, body lotion and hand cream, and a baby range too.

These delightfully wholesome beauty products are inspired by nature’s best and are made from an innovative and sophisticated blend of botanical ingredients and eco-certified oils. All Botaneco Garden products are dermatologically tested and proven, with special care to keep the formulation free from specific harmful chemicals for nature-led beauty solutions.

Botaneco Garden is abreast with global personal care trends as the brand emphasizes more meaningful consideration to ingredients with the strong acceptance of natural and organic ingredients especially among younger consumers. The brand is in the forefront of ‘free from’ formulations that are in synch with more health-conscious and active lifestyles.

Botaneco Garden solutions are suitable for almost everyone except for those with known allergies that require prescription products. “This is why we can confidently say that Botaneco Garden got you covered,” said Michelle Yeap, Guardian Health & Beauty Sdn. Bhd, Brand Manager, Health & Beauty Own Brand, Malaysia & Brunei.

There are five product categories under the Botaneco Garden brand namely Inca Inchi which uses Inca Inchi[1] and Aloe Vera as key ingredients, the premium Organic Argan and Olive Oil range, the Trio Oil range which uses exotic Babassu Oil, Baobab Oil and Chufa Oil, and the latest Organic Chia Seed Oil and Honey Extract range. There is also the Botaneco Garden Baby range which uses organic chamomile extract and colloidal oatmeal for gentle baby personal care.

Botaneco Garden Organic Chia Seed Oil and Honey Extract range

You’ve seen chia seed and honey all over Instagram for their moisturising properties. Botaneco Garden has formulated the goodness of these ingredients into a full range ideal for very dry skin and hair. It is enriched with organic chia seed oil from Germany, to helps restore hair and skin’s natural moisture barrier and retain moisture while organic honey extract from France provides a protective film for healthy skin and hair.[2]

Honey, in cosmetic formulations, helps to soothe, and hair conditioning effects, keeping the skin juvenile and improving the appearance of wrinkle, regulates pH[3]. While Chia seed oil a centuries-old ingredient that has been rediscovered for today’s cosmetics and nutritional applications[4]; provides skin conditioning and restorative fatty acid that helps speed up skin’s barrier repair mechanisms, reduce trans epidermal water loss, and reduce scaling and dryness for all skin types[5].

The Botaneco Garden Chia Seed Oil & Honey haircare range includes the Botaneco Garden Chia Seed Oil & Honey Shampoo, conditioner and hair oil which is ideal for dry and damaged hair since it deeply moisturises for nourished, soft and smooth hair. It also improves hair elasticity and manageability while helping to restore natural hair shine and gloss.

The Botaneco Garden Chia Seed Oil and Honey bath and body range includes the Botaneco Garden Chia Seed Oil and Honey body wash, body lotion and hand cream. The Botaneco Garden Chia Seed Oil and Honey bath and body range helps to protect and nourish the skin against daily aggressions.

Botaneco Garden Trio Oil range

Uses  a trifecta of 100% eco-certified oil  – Babassu Oil, Baobab Oil and Chufa Oil for moisturising properties. Each product within the Botaneco Garden Trio Oil range features five moisturisers – the three main oils, and two others that are chosen for their specific functions for hair and skin. This is the largest range that is divided into Smooth & Silky, Repair & Strengthen, and Anti-Dandruff for hair. With Gentle Cleansing, Whitening, Moisturising, Refresh & Soothe, Soften & Moisturise and Relaxing for bath and skin care.

Botaneco Garden Organic Argan & Virgin Olive Oil range

This premium range uses argan oil that is traditionally used in Morocco and can be found in numerous luxury beauty products as it is rich in essential fatty acids with anti-oxidant properties, and when added to Virgin Olive Oil it provides Omega 6 & 9 to skin and hair. These ingredients over centuries to be traditional beauty boosters. Available in Moisturising and Nourishing, Replenishing, Smooth & Shiny, Radiant Exfoliating Bath and Skin Repair Body Lotion.

Botaneco Garden Organic Inca Inchi & Aloe Vera range

Formulated with eco-certified Inca Inchi oil that helps to maintain skin hydration and elasticity while organic Aloe Vera Leaf Juice moisturises and soothes skin. It is combined with two essential oils to deliver the best benefits.

Botaneco Garden Baby Organic Chamomile & Oatmeal range

The unique formulation combines organic Chamomile extract to soothe baby’s delicate skin with organic colloidal oatmeal to help protect the skin barrier and 100% eco-certified olive oil to moisturise skin. Available as Head-to-Toe wash, Body Lotion and Facial & Body Cream.

“We have heard many concerns on hair and skin conditions though our Instagram account mybotanecogarden. This is why, throughout the month of April, Botaneco Garden will be highlighting how it has ‘got you covered’ by providing recommendations for hair and skin concerns through our Instagram account, mybotanecogarden. To reward those who have sought our recommendation for gentler, nature-inspired products, we will be giving away the Botaneco Garden product that matches the specific needs of 50 lucky winners.  Head to our Instagram page to find out how Botaneco Garden has got you covered”, Michelle Yeap said.

[1] http://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/7/2/21/htm

QR/2019/MY0141r1

[2] http://www.botanecogarden.com/en-my/product/deep-moist-protect-shampoo/

[3] https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/jocd.12058

[4] Oil of Chia, Jojoba Growers & Processors, Inc., Apache Junction, Arizona, 1990. – Ayerza (h), R. J Am Oil Chem Soc (1995) 72: 1079. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02660727

[5] https://lotioncrafter.com/products/chia-seed-oil

New Mama Salted Egg Instant Rice Porridge Launched

By
Tan Heng Hong
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After introducing salted egg instant noodle in late 2018, Thai President Foods Plc, the maker of Mama instant noodle, is back with a new salted egg instant rice porridge.

This instant porridge is available at Sahapat Home Delivery with a price of THB 50 (USD1.57) per a pack comprising three units.

The salted egg instant rice porridge demonstrates the versatility of salted egg application in food and is a strong indication that this flavour still has ample of room to grow.

Carlsberg Pledges 11th Consecutive Year in Support of Earth Hour

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Tan Heng Hong
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Brewer committed to ongoing efforts to reduce carbon footprint

Shah Alam, 27 March 2019 – This Saturday, Carlsberg Malaysia will pledge its 11th consecutive year of support to the global Earth Hour movement, highlighting its commitment to environmental protection and halting climate change.

For one hour, all non-essential lights will be switched off in Carlsberg Malaysia’s Shah Alam brewery and 17 sales offices nationwide in solidarity with over 45 sites across Carlsberg markets globally.

By turning the non-essential lights off at its brewery during Earth Hour every year since 2008, Carlsberg Malaysia has saved more than 3,930 kilowatt hours (kWh) at its brewery, equivalent to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions reduction of 2,860 kilogrammes. The energy saved is equal to an average Malaysian’s energy consumption for 10 months* and can power a 40-watt lightbulb for more than 11 years**!

Piotr Zajac, Supply Chain Director of Carlsberg Malaysia, said, “Over the years, we have been improving on energy efficiency towards reducing our carbon footprint. In 2018, we reduced our total thermal energy usage while simultaneously increasing biogas usage, a renewable energy source, by 28%. Total electricity usage has also dropped 3% year-on-year. These improvements are testament to our ongoing investments in operational and equipment efficiency.”

“Our efforts for carbon footprint reduction also extend to our products, including changing to a thinner, lighter gauge for aluminium can walls and applying additional coating to our returnable glass bottles to reduce scuffing and improving their lifespan up to twice as long,” he added.

Together Towards ZERO, Carlsberg Group’s global sustainability programme, focuses on ZERO Carbon Footprint, ZERO Water Waste, ZERO Irresponsible Drinking, and ZERO Accidents Culture in line with Carlsberg’s purpose of Brewing for a Better Today & Tomorrow.

These ambitions were created in consultation with global scientists and are aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) calling on global communities to end poverty, reduce inequality, and reduce climate change by 2030.

Under ZERO Carbon Footprint, Carlsberg Group aims to achieve zero carbon emissions across all its markets and a 30% reduction in beer-in-hand carbon footprint, encompassing all steps of each beer’s journey from harvesting, brewing, transporting, storage, and enjoyment.

Carlsberg’s Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink (4Rs) programme aims to encourage the return of all reusable bottles, kegs and crates from market to brewery via an incentive scheme, as the production and disposal of packaging materials represents the largest component of Carlsberg’s global carbon footprint. In 2018, Carlsberg Malaysia maintained a return rate of 83% on returnable glass bottles – even while the volume of bottles in circulation increased 11.3%.

Join us in pledging your support and turning off your lights between 8:30pm and 9:30pm on Saturday, 30 March 2019! Read about Carlsberg Malaysia’s sustainability milestones in the latest 2018 Annual Report at carlsbergmalaysia.com.my.

* Electric power consumption (kWh per capita) in Malaysia: 4,545 in 2016. Source: meih.st.gov.my. 3,930 kWh / 4,545 kWh x 12 months = 10.4 months ** 3,930 kWh x 1000 / 40W = 98,250 hours or 11.2 years

Mengniu Just Pure yogurt lists its official distributors on the new export pack

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Image credit: Minimeinsights.com

Mengiu now has printed the names of its local distributors on the packaging of its Just Pure Sipping Yoghurt for the Southeast Asia export market. This come as the Chinese dairy giant broadens its push into the Southeast Asia region. Here is the list of Mengniu’s official distributors of Just Pure in the region.

  • Mandalay, Myanmar – De Sheng International Export and Import Co Ltd.
  • Yangon, Myanmar – Chein Win DaNa Distribution Ltd.
  • Malaysia – Morins Sdn Bhd
  • Singapore – Boonliver International Pte Ltd.
  • Philippines – Federated Distributors Inc.

Previously, Mengniu Just Pure sold in Malaysia came in the original packaging from China. That was before the Chinese dairy giant appointed its local distributor.

The new standardised pack is in English and has the crucial halal certification from Indonesia’s MUI, which means it can be sold in Indonesia.

Just Pure in a specialty store in Kuala Lumpur. Image credit: Minimeinsights.com

The brand’s message is “Just Pure: fall in love with just a sip. A new way of enjoying yogurt.” We believe the company can do more to communicate the thick yogurt attribute.

New coconut innovations in Thailand, Vietnam

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Image from Tofusan

In Thailand, soy milk drink maker Tofusan has debuted a new soy milk with nata de coco. The drink is low in calorie and aids digestion.

In Vietnam, TH now added coconut into it natural cup yogurt range. The existing natural cup yogurt range comprises aloe vera, durian, matcha green tea, original (sweetened and unsweetened).

Image from TH

Dutchie celebrates summer with mango sticky rice

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Image from Dutch Mill

Dutch Mill from Thailand has sought local dishes for its limited edition summer flavour. The new Dutchie Mango Sticky Rice yogurt is based on the popular local mango sticky rice with konjac for the texture. The company has also added another Dutchie yogurt made from the popular summer drink comprising pineapple and mango.

Meiji Butterfly Pea yoghurt drink & new dessert-inspired yogurts

By
Tan Heng Hong
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Image from 7-Eleven

Thailand-based CP Meiji Co., Ltd. has an interesting innovative yogurt drink that uses butterfly pea as an ingredient. As consumers increasingly eat with their eyes, food makers are increasingly adding the Instagram-friendly butterfly pea, famed for its colour changing ability, into their drink. The blue hue comes when the dried butterfly pea is added with hot water. The colour changes to purple when lemon is added into the mixture.

The new Meiji Paigen Pro 5 Butterfly Pea and Lime has 0% fat. Launched together with Butterfly Pea and Lime is the Meiji Paigen Pro 5 Passion Fruit. Both yogurt drinks contain Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus to help with the digestive system.

For the summer of 2019, CP Meiji added two limited edition flavoured pasteurised milk inspired by local desserts. The pasteurised milk products are Sago Cantaloupe and Thapthim Krop Young Coconut. Thapthim Krop is made of cubes of water chestnuts in syrup coated with red food coloring. It is usually eaten with coconut milk and ice cubes.

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