Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals

The book explores the concept of nutraceuticals, which are foods or components claiming health benefits, particularly in disease treatment and prevention. Coined by Dr. Stephen DeFelice in 1989, the term merges nutrition and pharmaceuticals, often used for marketing. It discusses popular supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin for joint health. Additionally, it outlines the legal definition of dietary supplements as established by the 1994 Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act, detailing their intended use and labeling requirements.