The Future of Functional Food:
Advancing Mind, Immunity, and Heart Health
CTC Far East Philippines successfully hosted The Future of Functional Food: Advancing Mind, Immunity, and Heart Health, a seminar that brought together food manufacturers, product developers, food technologists, and industry professionals to explore the latest innovations in functional food ingredients and health-focused product development in the Philippines.
As consumer demand continues to shift toward foods that support overall wellness, the seminar showcased science-backed ingredient solutions designed to promote brain health, immune function, and cardiovascular wellness.
The program featured expert presentations from CTC Germany and global ingredient partners:
Kensing Solutions presented antioxidant solutions for food and beverage through Orn Sirikantaramas, addressing current challenges and opportunities.
CTC Germany discussed global functional food trends, highlighting the growing role of the gut microbiome and consumer demand for evidence-based health solutions.
Daepyung Co., Ltd. shared insights on stevia and glucosylated steviol glycosides, with discussions led by Mr. Tyler Yoon and Mr. Park Myoung-Jin.
Unigen introduced Lasoperin® and Maizinol®, botanical ingredients developed to support cognitive performance, stress resilience, and brain health.
Leveking, represented by Devin Dong, introduced natural preservatives through fermentation, focusing on clean-label innovations.
Symega’s Mr. Santosh Kumar is unlocking the world of natural colors.
Chef Zak Kuczynski of Jeneil Biotech Inc.
Highlighted the science behind dairy flavors.
Highlighted the science behind dairy flavors.
Kensing presented Vitasterol S-80®, a clinically supported phytosterol ingredient that helps support healthy cholesterol levels and heart health.
Key Takeaways
The event concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Pamela Dealca, Business Director, thanking all attendees and partners for their valuable contributions.
The event concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Pamela Dealca, Business Director, thanking all attendees and partners for their valuable contributions.
The event concluded with closing remarks from Ms. Pamela Dealca, Business Director, thanking all attendees and partners for their valuable contributions.
Video Recap
Morinaga Milk Industry Co Ltd showcased LAC-Living+® and LAC-Shield®, innovative postbiotic ingredients that promote gut health and immune support.
The seminar also provided opportunities for attendees to connect with technical experts during the product showcase and networking sessions, encouraging discussions on ingredient applications, product reformulation, and future innovation.
Events like these reflect CTC Far East Philippines' commitment to bringing world-class ingredient technologies to the local market and supporting the Philippine food industry in developing innovative, science-backed functional food products that meet evolving consumer needs.
We thank our speakers, supplier partners, and all participants for making this event a success. We look forward to continuing our collaboration in advancing the future of functional food through innovation, research, and partnership.