Nutraceuticals : evidence based use / Raluca Maria Pop.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pop, Raluca Maria, author.

Series:

Nutrition and Diet Research Progress

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Functional foods.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (x, 343 pages) : illustrations

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Medicine & Health, [2020]

Summary:

"Nutraceuticals are commonly defined as a substance that may be considered a food or part of food that provides medical or health benefits, encompassing the prevention and treatment of disease. So far, a lot of emphases were put on nutraceuticals health benefits contrasting the little information available on their efficacy, side-effects or possible drug interactions. Within this context, this book aims to raise the consumers' awareness of nutraceuticals diversity, their potential health benefits, side effects, and drug interactions as well as current legislation. Therefore this publication aims to provide up-to-date information about the safe use of nutraceuticals in everyday life from a critical point of view. Also, their proven health benefits will be approached in relationship with the most common diseases, where they are used to prevent, treat or as a complementary therapy to classical medication. Because, the use of experimental models is a mandatory step for understanding the mechanisms of action and characteristic effects of nutraceuticals, the most relevant in vitro and in vivo studies that proved the beneficial effects of some of the most widespread nutraceuticals were described. Also, because of their high prevalence within the general population, the use of nutraceuticals in cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, respiratory and viral infections will be discussed. Special focus will be given to the use of nutraceuticals in the pediatric population. Also, their effect on dermatological conditions and neurological conditions will be addressed. Nutraceuticals may represent a valuable asset in medicine, but future research is required to establish their full therapeutic potential and to translate current findings into clinical practice"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Introduction to Nutraceuticals

Abstract

Introduction

Chemical Constituents - The Nutrients

Chemical Constituents - The Herbals

Chemical Constituents - The Phytochemicals

Probiotic Microorganisms

Nutraceutical Enzymes

Fortified Nutraceuticals

Fortified Nutraceuticals - The Fortified Products

Fortified Nutraceuticals - The Enriched Products

Fortified Nutraceuticals - The Altered Products

Fortified Nutraceuticals - The Enhanced Products

Recombinant Nutraceuticals

Nutraceuticals Regulatory Aspects

Nutraceuticals Side Effects and Interactions

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2

Evidence of Nutraceuticals in the In Vitro and In Vivo Studies

Chemical Constituents - The Nutrients In Vivo and In Vitro Studies

Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin D

Zinc

Selenium

Alpha-Linolenic Acid

Chemical Constituents - The Phytochemicals In Vivo and In Vitro Studies

Gallic Acid

Quercetin

Resveratrol

Beta Carotene

Curcumin

Probiotic Microorganisms In Vivo and In Vitro Studies

Lactobacillus Acidophilus

Lactobacillus Bulgaricus

Other Traditional Nutraceuticals In Vivo and In Vitro Studies

Beta-Glucans

Coenzyme Q-10

Chapter 3

Nutraceuticals in Cardiovascular Diseases

Nutraceuticals That Improve Plasma LDL Cholesterol Levels

Artichoke

Berberine

Bergamot

Garlic

Green tea Extracts

Phytosterols

Polyunsaturated ω-3 Fatty Acids

Red Yeast Rice

Soluble Fibers

Soy and Lupin Proteins

Nutraceuticals That Improve Endothelial Function

Vitamin C and Vitamin E - The Antioxidant Vitamins

Omega-3 Fatty Acid (Marine and Plant Derived)

Vitamins B6/12 and Folic Acid

Flavonoids.

Niacin (Vitamin B3)

Chapter 4

The Role of Probiotics in Cardiovascular Diseases

Probiotics and Hypertension

Probiotics and Atherosclerosis

Probiotics and Heart Failure (HF)

Microbiota and Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Chapter 5

The Use of Nutraceuticals in Diabetes

Classes of Nutraceuticals Used in Diabetes

Vitamin C

Chromium

Magnesium

Dietary Fibers (soluble and insoluble)

Chapter 6

Antioxidants in Asthma: Friends or Foes

Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Allergy

Antioxidants

Antioxidants and Asthma Control

Vitamin E

Vitamin A

Combinations of Vitamins

Antioxidants and Asthma Prevention

Chapter 7

Vitamin D in Viral Infection

Sources and Metabolism

Functions

Classical (Skeletal) Functions

Non-Classical (Non-Skeletal) Functions

Nutrigenomics

Requirements and Status

Requirements

Status

Viral Infections

Viral Pathogens Associated with Acute Respiratory Infections

Influenza Virus

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Rhinoviruses

Hepatitis Viruses

Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)

Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

Herpesviruses

Epstein Barr Virus (EBV)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV), Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV 1, 2), Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV)

Other Viruses: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Rotavirus

Chapter 8.

Pediatrics and Nutraceuticals

Common Nutraceuticals Used in Pediatrics

Probiotics

Probiotics and Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

Probiotics and Respiratory Disorders

Probiotics and Viral Infections

Vitamin D and Autoimmune Diseases

Vitamin D and Chronic Diseases with Inflammation

Vitamin D and Viral Infections

Vitamin D and Neurological Disorders

Vitamin D and Other Diseases

Omega 3 Supplements

Omega 3 Supplements and Neurological Disorders

Omega 3 Supplements and Asthma

Chapter 9

Nutraceuticals in Dermatology: From Anecdotic to Scientifically Proven Indications

Chemical Constituents - The Vitamins

Folic Acid

Biotin

Nicotinamide

Chemical Constituents - The Minerals

Copper

Chemical Constituents - The Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

Carotenoids

Probiotics and Prebiotics

Others

Collagen

An Overview of Commercially Available Skincare Nutraceuticals

General Considerations Regarding Nutraceuticals in Dermatology

Chapter 10

The Use of Nutraceuticals in Neurological Diseases

Mechanism of Action

Alzheimer's Dementia

Parkinson's Disease

Multiple Sclerosis

Clinical Uses

Neurodegenerative Disorders

Atherosclerosis

Drug-Drug Interactions

Mechanisms of Interaction

Chapter 11

Nutraceuticals in Psychiatry

From Theory to Practice: What Do We Know So Far?

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs)

Psychobiotics

Creatine

Plant-Derived Alkaloids.

Safety Concerns and Potential Side Effects: How Safe Are They?

Use of Nutraceuticals in Different Psychiatry Diseases

Brain Development, Aging, Memory and Cognitive Impairment

Anxiety

Stress-Induced Neurovegetative Disorders

Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders

Depressive Disorders

Schizophrenia and Psychotic Disorders

Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Perspectives: What Lies Ahead?

About the Editor

Index

Blank Page.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-5361-8053-X

OCLC:

1181845970