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  • Nutritional Science
  • Pharmacology
  • Food Science

Background:

  • Nutraceuticals bridge the gap between food and pharmaceuticals, lacking a distinct definition.
  • Existing categories include food supplements, herbal products, functional foods, and fortified foods.
  • Nutraceuticals possess pharmacological effects beneficial to human health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current landscape of nutraceuticals.
  • To emphasize the importance of natural and organic food sources for nutraceuticals.
  • To highlight the clinical evidence supporting nutraceuticals in managing chronic diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific studies on nutraceuticals.
  • Analysis of existing definitions and regulatory frameworks.
  • Examination of clinical evidence for health benefits.

Main Results:

  • Nutraceuticals demonstrate significant clinical efficacy in managing hypertension and type 2 diabetes.
  • Natural and organic food components form the basis of many effective nutraceuticals.
  • The safety, efficacy, and regulation of nutraceuticals are areas of ongoing research.

Conclusions:

  • Increased focus on natural and organic foods is crucial for nutraceutical development.
  • Nutraceuticals, particularly food supplements, offer potent therapeutic potential.
  • Further research is warranted to establish clear definitions and regulatory guidelines.