What Are Nutraceuticals ?
Nutraceuticals are products made from food sources that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. They are used to support health, prevent disease, or improve body function. 👉 The word comes from “nutrition” + “pharmaceutical.” Simply: ✅ Not normal food✅ Not medicines (usually)✅ Health-support supplements 🧪 Types of nutraceuticals 1️⃣ Dietary supplements Most common category. Examples: Vitamins (Vitamin C, D3, B12) Minerals (Zinc, Magnesium) Protein powders Omega-3 fish oil 👉 Used for daily health support. 2️⃣ Herbal nutraceuticals Plant-based supplements. Examples: Ashwagandha Shilajit Turmeric (Curcumin) Ginseng 👉 Popular in Ayurveda and...
Read more...