Title:Bioactive Exploration in Functional Foods: Unlocking Nature's Treasures
Volume: 25
Issue: 11
Author(s): Ravi K. Mittal*, Raghav Mishra*, Vikram Sharma and Priyank Purohit
Affiliation:
- Department of Pharmacy, Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, 201310, India
- Department
of Pharmacy, GLA University, Mathura-281406, Uttar Pradesh, India
Keywords:
Functional foods, bioactive, polyphenols, regulatory status, nutrition, chronic diseases.
Abstract:
Background: Functional foods offer an appealing way to improve health and prevent
chronic diseases, and this subject has received much attention lately. They are effective in preventing
chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and obesity, according to research.
Objective: This work presents an in-depth analysis of functional foods, covering key challenges
from a scientific, legal, and commercial perspective.
Methods: Multiple databases were searched to find studies on functional foods included in the
systematic literature review. Various aspects of functional foods, from their classification, impact
on human wellness, effectiveness in inhibiting chronic diseases, the regulatory environment,
global market trends, and industry challenges, are all clarified in this thorough review.
Results: This study aims to enhance understanding and establish a pathway for functional foods
to be acknowledged as valid choices in the field of dietary supplements. It provides a thorough
investigation of bioactive compounds present in functional foods, including but not limited to
polyphenols, carotenoids, omega fatty acids, prebiotics, probiotics, and dietary fiber, along with
an overview of their potential to mitigate chronic illnesses. We engage in an in-depth exploration
of regulatory frameworks, shed light on groundbreaking research advancements, and meticulously
examine strategies for commercialization and the variety of global challenges that accompany
them. Establishing scientific consensus, navigating complex regulatory processes, dealing with
skeptical consumers, and rising levels of competition are all problems that need to be solved in
this field.
Conclusion: The field of functional foods can advance further, promoting better public health
outcomes, by deeply comprehending and addressing these complex dimensions.
