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. The book examines the impact of functional foods on various aspects of health including, but not limited to, cardiovascular, digestive, cognitive, metabolic, bone and joint and ocular. Other sections examine functional foods can boost sports performance and manage inflammation. Finally, the book explores 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.
1. Chapter 1. Introduction: the evolution of functional foods and novel bioactives - p. 1 2. Chapter 2. The science behind functional foods: unraveling the nutritional secrets - p. 13 3. Chapter 3. Functional foods for cardiovascular health: nurturing a strong heart - p. 29 4. Chapter 4. Digestive health: functional foods for a happy gut - p. 41 5. Chapter 5. Cognitive enhancement: fueling the brain with functional foods - p. 73 6. Chapter 6. Weight management: functional foods for a balanced body - p. 89 7. Chapter 7. Metabolic health: unleashing the potential of bioactive compounds - p. 109 8. Chapter 8. Sports nutrition: boosting performance with functional foods - p. 139 9. Chapter 9. Functional foods and aging and antiaging: a recipe for longevity - p. 161 10. Chapter 10. The role of functional foods in inflammation management - p. 175 11. Chapter 11. Functional foods and immune support: strengthening the body’s defense - p. 199 12. Chapter 12. Functional foods for bone and joint health: building a solid foundation - p. 233 13. Chapter 13. Bioactive compounds and cancer prevention: a nutritional approach - p. 257 14. Chapter 14. Functional food for cancer management: integrating complementary approaches - p. 271 15. Chapter 15. Functional foods and skin health: radiance from within - p. 299 16. Chapter 16. The assessment of the safety and toxicity of the functional foods and nutraceuticals - p. 315 17. Chapter 17. Functional foods for oral and dental health - p. 337 18. Chapter 18. Functional foods for ocular health and vision - p. 355 19. Chapter 19. Functional foods for hair loss and alopecia - p. 373 20. Chapter 20. The role of functional foods in diabetes management - p. 397 21. Chapter 21. Sustainable farming practices: nurturing the future of functional foods - p. 423 22. Chapter 22. The importance of labeling and certification: ensuring quality and transparency - p. 449 23. Chapter 23. Educating consumers: making informed choices for better health impact - p. 467 24. Chapter 24. The future of functional foods: innovations and advancements on the horizon - p. 487 25. Index - p. 507
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. The book examines the impact of functional foods on various aspects of health including, but not limited to, cardiovascular, digestive, cognitive, metabolic, bone and joint and ocular. Other sections examine functional foods can boost sports performance and manage inflammation. Finally, the book explores 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.
1. Chapter 1. Introduction: the evolution of functional foods and novel bioactives - p. 1 2. Chapter 2. The science behind functional foods: unraveling the nutritional secrets - p. 13 3. Chapter 3. Functional foods for cardiovascular health: nurturing a strong heart - p. 29 4. Chapter 4. Digestive health: functional foods for a happy gut - p. 41 5. Chapter 5. Cognitive enhancement: fueling the brain with functional foods - p. 73 6. Chapter 6. Weight management: functional foods for a balanced body - p. 89 7. Chapter 7. Metabolic health: unleashing the potential of bioactive compounds - p. 109 8. Chapter 8. Sports nutrition: boosting performance with functional foods - p. 139 9. Chapter 9. Functional foods and aging and antiaging: a recipe for longevity - p. 161 10. Chapter 10. The role of functional foods in inflammation management - p. 175 11. Chapter 11. Functional foods and immune support: strengthening the body’s defense - p. 199 12. Chapter 12. Functional foods for bone and joint health: building a solid foundation - p. 233 13. Chapter 13. Bioactive compounds and cancer prevention: a nutritional approach - p. 257 14. Chapter 14. Functional food for cancer management: integrating complementary approaches - p. 271 15. Chapter 15. Functional foods and skin health: radiance from within - p. 299 16. Chapter 16. The assessment of the safety and toxicity of the functional foods and nutraceuticals - p. 315 17. Chapter 17. Functional foods for oral and dental health - p. 337 18. Chapter 18. Functional foods for ocular health and vision - p. 355 19. Chapter 19. Functional foods for hair loss and alopecia - p. 373 20. Chapter 20. The role of functional foods in diabetes management - p. 397 21. Chapter 21. Sustainable farming practices: nurturing the future of functional foods - p. 423 22. Chapter 22. The importance of labeling and certification: ensuring quality and transparency - p. 449 23. Chapter 23. Educating consumers: making informed choices for better health impact - p. 467 24. Chapter 24. The future of functional foods: innovations and advancements on the horizon - p. 487 25. Index - p. 507
