Corina Huang
Her company Boncha Boncha manufactures candy-like supplements that are easy to swallow and allow for higher absorption of nutrients.
The seeds of Corina’s business idea first took root when she noticed that her grandmother had trouble swallowing pills. And it grew when she realised that it was actually a widespread problem. Known as pill-related dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), this condition affects as many as one in two people. “The pills get stuck in people’s throats, so millions of them just skip getting the nutrients that they need,” says the 39-year-old Taiwanese.
But you’d be mistaken if you think opening capsules or halving tablets is a solution to the problem – doing so affects the efficacy of the supplements and/or medication. Corina had to think hard to come up with a better solution.
She decided to use her experience in running a confectionery business to start Boncha Boncha in 2015. Based in Taiwan, the company manufactures “candyceuticals”: candy-like supplements that are not only easy to swallow, but also have higher bioavailability, which is what allows for easier absorption of nutrients. A candyceutical contains two parts – a chewy shell and filling – and is currently available in three forms: chewy candy, hard candy, and bubble gum.
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der November 2021-Ausgabe von Her World Singapore.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent ? Anmelden
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der November 2021-Ausgabe von Her World Singapore.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent? Anmelden
Is It Ever A Good Idea To Engage In Online Discourse?
Sarah Bagharib answers.
Breaking Down The Benefits Of Hyaluronic Acid
Here's why this popular skincare ingredient is a potent fix for dehydrated complexions.
Heritage in a Bottle
Crafted by Swiss perfumer Christine Nagel, Barenia is the first chypre fragrance from Hermes, a seductive scent that is a dance between the delicate butterfly lily and the vibrant burst of miracle berry.
Is my adult acne caused by hormonal changes?
Quinn Chen answers.
BEST IN CLASS
MOVING AWAY FROM INTRODUCING ENTIRELY NEW PRODUCTS, BRANDS SUCH AS SHISEIDO, CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE AND SULWHASOO HAVE CHOSEN TO GO BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD TO ELEVATE TRIED-AND-TRUE FORMULAS. THESE ICONIC CLASSICS ARE MORE EFFICACIOUS AND LUXURIOUS THAN BEFORE.
Sneak Peek
We've got our sights set on these new must-haves that promise to breathe new life into tired-looking eyes.
ACTS OF SERVICE
Beauty brands are enticing customers with a range of in-store treatments and services that offer expert tips, demonstrations and pampering.
November favourites
Here are some of the must-haves you will not regret adding to your beauty shelf.
Against the rules
Step into the dark side with grunge-inspired moody tones and smoky, smudgy eyes.
GO WITH THE FLOW
Half a month in Mongolia living with nomadic families and exploring the country's storied beauty taught senior advertising strategist Uli Chan the beauty of impermanence.