Significance of Food supplement
Synonyms: Nutritional supplement, Dietary supplement, Health supplement, Food additive, Vitamin supplement, Mineral supplement, Herbal supplement.
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Hindu concept of 'Food supplement'
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) These are introduced after six months along with breast feeding to provide adequate nutrition for proper growth and development, and to prevent malnutrition.[1] (2) Various Ikshu Vikaras play pivotal role in different formulations in different ways like Anupana, ingredient, binding agent, food supplement having their specific role to play in the human body and is used in many different formulations and products.[2] (3) Leafy vegetables are abundant in antioxidants, mineral salts, vitamins, proteins and fiber, which helps in reviving the immune system and used as food supplement.[3]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) This is a product, often based on Ayurvedic principles, that is intended to supplement the diet, with specific regulations and standards governing its manufacture, labeling, and claims, ensuring that it does not make therapeutic claims.[4] (2) Pumpkin seeds are suitable for use as a food supplement since they are a good source of the macronutrients calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus, as well as a moderate amount of the micronutrients calcium, manganese, and copper.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) These are products designed to provide additional nutrients to the diet.[6]
The concept of Food supplement in local and regional sources
Food supplements, exemplified by Maharishi Amrit Kalash, are highlighted as significant in Ayurveda. Amla, a key ingredient, demonstrates the emphasis on dietary supplementation within this traditional medicine system.
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) Maharishi Amrit Kalash is the “most important ayurvedic food supplement” which has as one of its main ingredients amla, showing the focus on dietary supplements in Ayurveda.[7]
The concept of Food supplement in scientific sources
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Spirulina platensis is consumed as a food supplement by humans and animals due to its rich content of protein, vitamins, amino acids, and antioxidants.[8] (2) These findings could give insight into the further evaluation of COS as this or an alternative agent in the control of human UC.[9] (3) The Folin-Ciocalteu procedure has been suggested to be a rapid evaluation method to estimate the total phenolic in foods and these.[10] (4) It is a popular use of Maca because it contains carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, fiber, amino acids, sterols, fatty acids, and minerals.[11] (5) These results suggest that the leaves of M. citrifolia could be preferred as a for its antioxidative activities in epidermoid and cervical cancers over damnacanthal, rutin and scopoletin.[12]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) A commercially available product of C. fistula, used for asthma, respiratory infections, diabetes, skin diseases, etc.[13] (2) These are products derived from medicinal plants, used to complement the diet and provide additional health benefits.[14] (3) A. caudatus, an annual weed plant, is known for its slightly flavored edible leaves and seeds and stands out as a food supplement due to several advantages.[15] (4) The text mentions using Bee Products Based them.[16] (5) They are explored regarding the effect of age and gender on their use among the elderly.[17]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This phrase refers to products taken to supplement the diet, and those taking them were excluded from the study to ensure the results were not affected.[18] (2) Food supplements are defined as part of health-promoting goods and services that are used by healthy individuals to improve their health and prevent diseases.[19] (3) Food supplements are another way of increasing the bioavailability of flavonoid.[20]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) These are products, often containing vitamins, trace elements, and minerals, that are used to supplement the diet and are subject to regulations and guidelines regarding their use and safety.[21] (2) These are substances that are classified as such and should not be making any medicinal claims, although they may still suggest health benefits without providing warnings about adverse effects or interactions.[22] (3) The FSA has consulted on a proposal to ban the use of chromium picolinate in the manufacture of food supplements.[23]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) Food supplements are provided as part of the Nutrition Therapeutic Programme at primary health clinics to help correct nutritional deficiencies in the vulnerable groups of people.[24]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) The study notes that the government needs to provide 'food supplements' to diabetic patients, as recommended by the participants, to help with their condition.[25]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Cardiovascular Protection of Nephropathic Male Patients by Oral Food Supplements was studied.[26] (2) The molecules believed to be responsible for its functional activity have found wide application as food supplements however they should be used with caution and with specific target.[27] (3) The intake of vitamins, fish oil, and lutein among schoolchildren was 15.32%, 9.34%, and 13.98%, respectively, showing the usage of food supplements.[28] (4) Food supplements in the nutraceutical field can be made of microalgae in the form of powders and tablets containing vitamins, essential amino acids, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.[29] (5) "Food supplements" are products taken to add nutrients to the diet and data on their current use was collected through a questionnaire to assess potential influences on overall nutritional intake.[30]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) It is analyzed and monitored and containing melatonin, spirulina, pregnant women, athletes, red rice yeast, p-synephrine.[31] (2) Food supplements in the form of tablets, capsules, powders, or liquid suspensions utilize microalgae biomass as a superconcentrated source of active ingredients, contributing to a healthy diet.[32] (3) The use of polyphenols from grape marc is based on the preparation of a product as food supplements of high added value.[33] (4) Food supplements utilize microgreens as functional crops rich in valuable nutritional elements that are beneficial for human health, enhancing dietary intake with concentrated nutrients.[34] (5) Refers to something that can be used to combat malnourishment, particularly for infants and nursing mothers in developing countries.[35]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Food supplements are products intended to supplement the diet, and the results of the study supported the use of grape seed extract in various food supplements due to its lack of toxicity.[36]