Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives

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. Examines the relationship between functional foods and bioactivesExplores functional foods and bioactives for specific health conditionsOffers strategies for incorporating functional foods into everyday life to optimize health and nutritionAssesses the safety and toxicity of functional foods and nutraceuticalsDiscusses sustainable production practices including farming, labelling, and certification INDICE: 1. Introduction: The Evolution of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives2. The Science behind Functional Foods: Unravelling the Nutritional Secrets3. Functional Foods for Cardiovascular Health: Nurturing a Strong Heart4. Digestive Health: Functional Foods for a Happy Gut5. Cognitive Enhancement: Fueling the Brain with Functional Foods6. Weight Management: Functional Foods for a Balanced Body7. Metabolic Health: Unleashing the Potential of Bioactive Compounds8. Sports Nutrition: Boosting Performance with Functional Foods9. Functional Foods and Aging and Anti-Aging: A Recipe for Longevity10. The Role of Functional Foods in Inflammation Management11. Functional Foods and Immune Support: Strengthening the Body's Defense12. Functional Foods for Bone and Joint Health: Building a Solid Foundation13. Bioactive Compounds and Cancer Prevention: A Nutritional Approach14. Functional Food for Cancer Management: Integrating Complementary Approaches15. Exploring the Protective Potential of Nutraceuticals Against Tumorigenesis16. Functional Foods and Skin Health: Radiance from Within17. The Assessment of the Safety and Toxicity of Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals18. Functional Foods for Oral and Dental Health19. Functional Foods for Ocular Health and Vision20. Functional Foods for Hair Loss and Alopecia21. Sustainable Farming Practices: Nurturing the Future of Functional Foods22. The Importance of Labeling and Certification: Ensuring Quality and Transparency23. Educating Consumers: Making Informed Choices for Better Health24. The Future of Functional Foods: Innovations and Advancements on the Horizon

• ISBN: 978-0-443-28862-3
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 480
• Fecha Publicación: 01/02/2025
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés