Open AccessTHE ROLE, SCOPE, HEALTH BENEFITS AND MARKET GROWTH OF NUTRACEUTICALS: AN OVERVIEW
Author(s) -
RAM NARAYAN PRAJAPATI,
Sanjeev Kumar
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
current research in pharmaceutical sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2250-2688
DOI - 10.24092/crps.2020.100301
Subject(s) - nutraceutical , disease , medicine , scope (computer science) , health benefits , life expectancy , microbiology and biotechnology , environmental health , traditional medicine , biology , population , pathology , computer science , programming language
Nutraceuticals are products used as medicines in addition to nutrition. Nutraceuticals can be defined as substances that have physiological benefits or provide protection against chronic disease. Nutraceuticals can be used to improve health, slow down the aging process, prevent chronic diseases, increase life expectancy or support body structure or function. Nutraceuticals are getting a lot of attention these days because of their potential nutritional, safety and therapeutic benefits. Recent studies have shown that these compounds have promising results in various complications. In this review, we have made a great effort in proposing new concepts for nutraceuticals based on disease indications. Highlights herbal remedies that are effective for harsh therapeutic conditions associated with oxidative stress, including allergies, Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, eye, immunity, inflammation, and Parkinson's disease and obesity. These nutraceuticals are used in various diseases, their application, and current market demand. Examples of fish oil preparations, prebiotics and probiotics reviewed. KEYWORDS: Nutraceutical, Dietary supplements, Antioxidants, Probiotics, Health benefits