Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives

Herausgeber: Sarkar, Tanmay; Petkoska, Anka Trajkovska; Smaoui, Slim

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Produktbeschreibung

Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives guides readers to understand how the physiological effects of functional foods can optimize health and aid in specific disease outcomes and prevention. It will examine the impact of functional foods on various aspects of health including, but not limited to, cardiovascular, digestive, cognitive, metabolic, bone and joint and ocular. It will also examine functional foods can boost sports performance and manage inflammation. "Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives" also examines lesser-known bioactives derived from natural compounds and explores their potential health benefits while providing education on sustainable production methods and the safety and toxicity of functional foods and nutraceuticals.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Elsevier Health Sciences
• Seitenzahl: 480
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Februar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780443288623
• ISBN-10: 0443288623
• Artikelnr.: 70984124

Inhaltsangabe

1. Introduction: The Evolution of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives
2. The Science behind Functional Foods: Unravelling the Nutritional Secrets
3. Functional Foods for Cardiovascular Health: Nurturing a Strong Heart
4. Digestive Health: Functional Foods for a Happy Gut
5. Cognitive Enhancement: Fueling the Brain with Functional Foods
6. Weight Management: Functional Foods for a Balanced Body
7. Metabolic Health: Unleashing the Potential of Bioactive Compounds
8. Sports Nutrition: Boosting Performance with Functional Foods
9. Functional Foods and Aging and Anti-Aging: A Recipe for Longevity
10. The Role of Functional Foods in Inflammation Management
11. Functional Foods and Immune Support: Strengthening the Body's Defense
12. Functional Foods for Bone and Joint Health: Building a Solid Foundation
13. Bioactive Compounds and Cancer Prevention: A Nutritional Approach
14. Functional Food for Cancer Management: Integrating Complementary
Approaches
15. Exploring the Protective Potential of Nutraceuticals Against
Tumorigenesis
16. Functional Foods and Skin Health: Radiance from Within
17. The Assessment of the Safety and Toxicity of Functional Foods and
Nutraceuticals
18. Functional Foods for Oral and Dental Health
19. Functional Foods for Ocular Health and Vision
20. Functional Foods for Hair Loss and Alopecia
21. Sustainable Farming Practices: Nurturing the Future of Functional Foods
22. The Importance of Labeling and Certification: Ensuring Quality and
Transparency
23. Educating Consumers: Making Informed Choices for Better Health
24. The Future of Functional Foods: Innovations and Advancements on the
Horizon