CRC Press Handbook of Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods

Explore the rapidly evolving field of functional foods and bioactive components with this comprehensive guide from CRC Press. As the industry grows, understanding the connection between diet and health becomes more important for researchers and professionals alike. This handbook examines how discoveries from basic science studies and controlled human trials provide the evidence needed to establish diets that help manage chronic disease risk. This resource covers the science driving the food and nutraceutical industries. It explores how new evidence allows companies to market health claims, create extra-value foods, and develop new health foods for human benefit. Whether you are studying the impact of bioactive food components or looking into the development of new nutritional products, this text provides a foundational look at how science translates into dietary applications and industry advancements.