Authors : Priyanka D. Yadav; Laxmankumar Prajapati; Dev Kumar Thadoda; Sourabh Sharma; Dr. Riddhi Trivedi

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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Abstract : Nutraceuticals and functional foods have increasingly emerged as supportive strategies alongside conventional medical treatments because of their contribution to health enhancement and disease risk reduction. These naturally derived food-based bioactive substances offer advantages that extend beyond basic nutritional value, exhibiting antioxidant, antiinflammatory, cardioprotective, antidiabetic, anticancer, and immune-regulating properties. This review provides a detailed examination of nutraceuticals and functional foods, encompassing their definitions, categories, therapeutic benefits, safety and quality aspects, regulatory considerations, global market developments, and future directions. Particular attention is given to their potential role in the prevention and management of chronic conditions such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, obesity, migraine, dry eye syndrome, and oral health disorders. The review also underscores the importance of robust scientific evidence, harmonized regulatory frameworks, and innovative delivery technologies to improve bioavailability and maintain product safety. Collectively, nutraceuticals and functional foods represent a rapidly advancing domain that integrates nutritional science with pharmacological approaches to support comprehensive healthcare.

Keywords : Nutraceuticals; Functional Foods; Bioactive Compounds; Disease Prevention; Regulatory Aspects; Global Market

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