Functional foods are foods that have a potentially positive effect on health beyond basic nutrition. Proponents of functional foods say they promote optimal health and help reduce the risk of disease.

1. Necessity of Nutraceuticals and
Functional Foods in Modern Food
Industry
Presentation by Anu K Mathew (13T02B)

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3. 2000 B.C
“Eat this root.”
2000 A.D
“That antibiotic is artificial.
Eat this root.”

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Nutraceuticals and
Functional Foods

5. Defining Nutraceuticals
and Functional Foods

6. “A naturally occurring chemical compound
having a physiological benefit or provide
protection against chronic disease, isolated
and purified from food or non-food source and
may be prepared and marketed in the food-
format of granules, powder, tablet, capsule,
liquid or gel and may be packed in sachet,
ampoule, bottle, etc and to be taken as
measured unit quantities.”

7. • Naturally occurring
Chemical compound
Physiological benefit
Isolated and purified from food or non-food
source
Prepared in the food-format of granules,
powder, tablet, capsule, liquid or gel
Packed in sachet, ampoule, bottle, etc.
Taken as measured unit quantities

8. The American Nutraceutical
Association
“Products that have been isolated or purified from food
and generally sold in medicinal form not usually
associated with food.”

9. Foods and food components that provide a
health benefit beyond basic nutrition (for the
intended population).

10. Bioactive Compounds of
Nutraceuticals and Functional
Foods and their Health
Benefits

11. The naturally occurring chemical compounds
contained in, or derived from, a plant, animal or
marine source, that exert the desired
health/wellness benefit.

12. Probiotics and Prebiotics
Proteins and Peptides
Carbohydrates and Fibres
Lipids and Fatty Acids
Catechins (Proanthocyanides)
Lycopene
Vitamins

13. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that can be found in
various foods.
Prebiotics are non-digestible foods that make their way
through our digestive system and help good bacteria grow
and flourish.
Prebiotics and probiotics can restore the balance of
bacteria in our digestive tract.

14. Examples:
Lactobacillus
Bifidobacterium
Sources:
Yoghurt
Curd
Sauerkraut
Health Benefits:
Anti oxidative properties
Cholesterol lowering properties
Humeral and cell-mediated immunity

15. Examples:
Oligosaccharides
Fructo-oligosaccharides
Sources:
Fruits
Legumes
Whole grains
Benefits:
Nutritional ingredients that benefit health
Help in the growth of good bacteria in the
digestive system

16. Proteins are long-chain polymers of amino acids
while peptides represent the shorter forms.
They act as indigestible substances in our
digestive tract, trap and expel toxins and bile,
thereby reducing the re-absorption of cholesterol
from the large intestine.

17. Proteins

18. Peptides

19. Proteins can be converted into peptides
during digestion and are then absorbed into
the blood circulatory system.

20. Dairy Whey Proteins
Boost natural immunity
Reduce the severity of muscle tissue degeneration
associated with liver diseases
Reduce susceptibility to diarrhoea
β-lactoglobulin, α-lactalbumin and serum albumin
reduces the risk of cancer
Promote weight loss

21. By reducing leptin (fat burning hormone)
resistance, making the body more responsive
to this hormone.

22. By blocking the release of ghrelin, a hormone
that stimulates appetite.

23. Anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties
Blood pressure lowering effects
Cholesterol lowering ability
Anti-thrombotic effects
Enhancement of mineral absorption in the gut

24. One of the three major macro-nutrients which supply
the body with energy.
Optimum level of carbohydrates may help to prevent
body fat accumulation.
Low glycemic index foods help to regulate blood
glucose levels.
Fructose oligosaccharide and galactose
oligosaccharide fortified infant formulas support the
developing of immune system of neonates.

25. Two types of fibres are found in food
Soluble fibres
Insoluble fibres

26. Dissolve in water
Help lower blood cholesterol
Reduce the risk of developing diabetes
Found in beans, fruits, and oat products

27. Do not dissolve in water
Passes directly through the digestive system
Help lower blood cholesterol
Reduce the risk of developing diabetes
Cellulose and hemicelluloses reduce the caloric
value of diets, which is important in diabetic and
obese conditions
Found in beans, fruits, and oat products

28. Fish Oil
Rich in Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic
acid (EPA) are the main Omega-3 fatty acids.
DHA incorporated into margarine and baby foods
enhance brain memory; a role in reducing the severity
of Alzheimer’s disease.
Reduces blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases.
Reduce prostate tutor growth.

29. Other important omega-fatty acids are linoleic and
linolenic acids.
Increased cardiovascular benefits.
Abundant in fish oil, vegetable oils, and nuts.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
Positively impact human health.
Found in dairy products and meat products.

30. Abundant component in green tea.
Strong antioxidants.
Inhibit damage to DNA and reduce cancer
development.
Inhibit damage to blood vessels and reduce
cardiovascular diseases.

31. Contains high level in cranberry juice.
Prevent adhesion of bacterias and viruses to
the urinary tract.
Cranberry concentrate tablets and juice
consumption reduce antibiotic requirements
in woman having urinary tract infection.

32. Abundant in tomatoes.
Also found in brightly coloured fruits such as
papaya, watermelon, pink guava, and pink
grapefruit.
Neutralise Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
that damages DNA and promote cancer
formation.
Reduce blood-pressure in hypertensive
patients by reducing plaque development.

33. B Vitamins, particularly folate, gives protection
against cancer, heart disease and birth defects.
Folic acid fortification have a positive effect on the
incidence of neural tube defects.
Vitamin C has antioxidant properties and reduce risk
of cataracts.
Vitamin D prevent osteoporosis.
Vitamin E gives protection against heart diseases.

34. –Johnny Appleseed
“Type a quote here”

35. Pharmaceuticals work only after the onset of
diseases
Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods plays
important roles in prevention and retarding
progression of diseases
Offer effective risk factor modification in
those with existing diseases

36. Nutraceuticals Available in the
Market

37. Z-Trim
Component - Wheat
Function - Zero Calorie Fat Replacer

38. Linumlife
Component - Lignan Extract Flax
Function - Improves Prostate Health

39. Teamax
Component - Green Tea Extract
Function - Potent Antioxidant

40. Clarinol
Component - Conjugated Linoleic Acid
Function - Weight Loss Ingredient

41. Health Statistics in India and the
World and the Need for
Nutraceuticals and Functional
Foods

42. 0
3
7
10
13
Ischaemic
Heart Disease Chronic
Obstructive
Pulmonary
Stroke
12%
11%
9%
Source: WHO Report

43. Nutraceutical Market Overview
Present Status and Future
Prospects

44. The nutraceutical industry in India is about USD 2.2
billion.
Mainly focused in the southern region, followed by
the eastern region with three major states of Andhra
Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.

45. $2.2Billion
2016 2020
$6.1Billion
20% Growth

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$241.
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62.5
125.
187.5
250.
312.5
2013 2014 2019
Global Nutraceutical
Market

47. Largest individual consumer of nutraceuticals

48. Second largest individual consumer of nutraceuticals

49. Expected to be the largest consumer of nutraceutical
ingredients by 2020

50. Nutraceuticals may be beneficial to our health but we are
still learning about their benefits and possible harmful
effects.
Government regulatory bodies also face challenges in
this new category of health products, which lies between
foods and drugs.
Health professional, nutritionists and regulatory
toxicologists should strategically work together to plan
appropriate regulation to provide ultimate health and
therapeutic benefit to mankind.