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Nutraceutical--definition and introduction.

¹Nagpur College of Pharmacy, Wanadongri, Hingna Road, Nagpur 411110, Maharashtra, India. ektakkalra@rediffmail.com

|November 19, 2003

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This article redefines nutraceuticals and functional foods, clarifying distinctions between these and dietary supplements. Proposed definitions aim to improve market understanding and regulatory clarity for these health products.

Area of Science:

Nutritional Science
Food Science
Regulatory Science

Background:

The term 'Nutraceutical' was coined in 1989, combining 'Nutrition' and 'Pharmaceutical'.
Currently, 'nutraceutical' lacks a standardized regulatory definition, leading to widespread marketing use without clear classification.
Distinguishing between nutraceuticals, functional foods, and dietary supplements is challenging due to definitional ambiguity.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose clear, distinct definitions for nutraceuticals and functional foods.
To differentiate these categories from dietary supplements.
To provide a framework for better market understanding and regulatory oversight.

Main Methods:

Literature review on existing definitions and regulatory landscapes.

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Analysis of the etymology and common usage of 'nutraceutical'.

Development of proposed definitions based on scientific and functional properties.

Main Results:

Proposed definitions aim to create clear boundaries between functional foods, nutraceuticals, and dietary supplements.
The study highlights the need for regulatory clarity in the burgeoning nutraceutical market.
Advantages and disadvantages of nutraceuticals are outlined.

Conclusions:

Establishing precise definitions is crucial for the scientific and commercial integrity of nutraceuticals and functional foods.
Clear definitions can aid consumers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies.
Further discussion and consensus are needed to adopt these proposed definitions.