This document provides an overview of nutraceuticals and functional foods. It begins with definitions of nutraceuticals and explains the need for them. Nutraceuticals are classified into nutrients, herbals, and dietary supplements. Functional foods are designed to provide enriched nutrients and regulate biological processes. Some advantages of nutraceuticals include improved health and reduced side effects, while limitations include lack of regulation, lower bioavailability, and potential placebo effects. Examples of commonly available nutraceuticals are also provided. The document concludes that as the healthcare industry grows in Pakistan, the nutraceutical industry is increasing as consumers seek alternatives to pharmaceuticals to improve health.