A nutraceutical is a food or food component providing health benefits beyond basic nutrition, bridging food and medicine by offering potential disease prevention or treatment, and includes items like vitamin supplements, probiotics, herbal extracts (e.g., turmeric), and functional foods. Coined from “nutrition” and “pharmaceutical,” these products aim to support well-being and manage symptoms, though regulations vary, and consulting a doctor is crucial
Examples:
Vitamins & Minerals, Herbal Extracts, Probiotics & Prebiotics, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Antioxidants