TEXT BOOK OF DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS AND NUTRACEUTICALS
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TEXT BOOK OF DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS AND NUTRACEUTICALS is an essential guide for anyone interested in the intersection of food and medicine. It explores the burgeoning field of nutraceuticals-nutrient-rich foods that provide medical and health benefits. Spanning over 170 pages, this comprehensive text is divided into nine detailed sections, each delving into different aspects of nutraceutical science.The book begins by defining nutraceuticals and dietary supplements, setting the stage for a dive into their classifications and the health maladies they can address, including weight control, diabetes, and heart disease. Readers will gain insights into public health nutrition, maternal and child nutrition, nutrition for the aging population, and the importance of nutrition education in communities.Subsequent chapters offer a look at the sources and medicinal uses of functional foods like spirulina, soybean, and garlic. It also covers phytochemicals, highlighting their occurrence and medicinal benefits.A significant portion of the text is dedicated to free radicals, their impact on health, and the role of dietary fibers and complex carbohydrates in mitigating their effects. Antioxidants receive thorough coverage, with discussions on both endogenous defenses and synthetic options.Towards the end, the book navigates the crucial aspect of food safety, detailing the roles of various regulatory bodies, and the challenges of food adulteration.
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