Significance of Nutritional supplement
Nutritional supplements are defined as products designed to augment the diet. They can include various substances like Rasayanas, spirulina, and herbal products, as well as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These supplements are used to enhance dietary intake, support health, and manage various conditions, including metabolic disorders, chronic diseases, and deficiencies. They play a role in overall health, from supporting immunity to aiding in the treatment of specific illnesses, and are particularly important for pregnant women.
Synonyms: Dietary supplement, Health supplement, Food supplement, Vitamin, Mineral supplement
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Hindu concept of 'Nutritional supplement'
In Hinduism, nutritional supplements encompass various forms. These include potentially harmful supplements that Ayurveda may counteract, Rasayanas used medicinally, and products supplementing the diet, including over 1500 herbals. Spirulina and Ksheera are also highlighted as nutritional supplements, emphasizing their role in health and diet.
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) These are usually added to improve general health in conventional management.[1] (2) These and dietary aids, supported by evidence-based research, may have a significant impact on improving an athlete's VO 2 max.[2] (3) Used in the treatment of breast cancer alongside phytotherapy and other interventions.[3] (4) This is a description of Ksheera, and is a term used to emphasize its role as a supplement to a person's diet, according to the text.[4] (5) These are supplements that can have disastrous side effects, which Ayurveda's health Promotive nutrition may help overcome, as these are currently consumed by novices.[5]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Rasayanas are reported to be rejuvenators and these, posing strong antioxidant activity.[6] (2) Rasayanas can be used as nutritional supplement as well as medicine depending upon its various types.[7]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Spirulina has potential as this in health management, and it is a focus of research examining the mechanisms and effects on lipid metabolism, which is important.[8] (2) These are products sold to supplement the diet, and the text mentions that more than 1500 herbals are sold as this or as traditional medicines.[9]
The concept of Nutritional supplement in scientific sources
Nutritional supplements encompass various substances like vitamins, minerals, and plant-based compounds. They are used to support cardiovascular health, address deficiencies, enhance dietary intake, improve health parameters, and promote overall well-being. These supplements can also be used for disease prevention and recovery.
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Herbal formulations can improve the quality of life by giving this as well.[10] (2) These are substances such as fish liver oils or vegetable oils used in oral preparations.[11] (3) A large number of products containing genistein are marketed and available as these.[12] (4) Pharmacists can educate a lactating mother on using safe nutritional supplements that help support good vitamins and mineral supplies to improve the quality of her milk.[13] (5) In developed countries, a high intake of these and medicines among professional athletes is wide spread and is very well documented.[14]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Further understanding of the properties of proteins found in microalgae hydrolysates would be useful for determining their usefulness as additives.[15] (2) Exclusion criteria included poor tolerance of these, acute condition with multiple organ failure, palliative care.[16] (3) There has been an explosive interest in the use of antioxidants as nutritional supplements in recent years.[17] (4) The text indicates selenium nanoparticles are a good candidate and alternative of other forms of selenium in this.[18] (5) A phase i study of the safety of the active hexose correlated compound, AHCC.[19]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) It is fresh Moringa oleifera Lam. leaves that were obtained from Prime Global Agricultural Industries Limited.[20] (2) These supplements are the second most commonly purchased drugs by school-age students. Students often use these to supplement and maintain their general health.[21] (3) Moringa oleifera is advocated for use in HIV positive people in the tropics and sub-tropics as this, in addition to its immune boosting properties, according to the provided text.[22] (4) The positive effects of the nutritional supplement, comprising enriched flour (Corn-Soya Blend) and vegetable oil Programs, remained strong after controlling for other variables that are known to influence BMI and CD 4 count.[23] (5) This is something, like Moringa, that is used as a supplement and immune enhancer by HIV-infected people in Zimbabwe, rich in nutrients.[24]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Nutritional supplements like vitamin C, vitamin E, flavonoids, and L-carnitine have shown promise in attenuating some signs and symptoms of DOMS, but they do not eliminate muscle injury.[25] (2) The widespread use of these has flourished, is because of information about free radicals and their dangers.[26] (3) These products have been manufactured and supplied to the market with the objective of enhancing the overall health of the general population, raising concerns.[27] (4) These are substances used to improve health, particularly immunity, and their usage during the COVID-19 pandemic is discussed in the provided material.[28] (5) These are substances that should be checked for in patients using anabolic steroids, as they may also be taking these, such as ephedra and growth hormone.[29]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) Items that may be needed by infants and children who have different nutritional needs to adults, particularly if HIV infected or unwell, and this may require dietary modification and/or such things.[30] (2) These are substances that are asserted to treat AIDS by a new form of denialism, along with proper diet.[31] (3) These can be used to meet the extra energy needs during and immediately after an opportunistic disease, and are one form of support needed for patients.[32] (4) Various adjuncts to therapy are widely used in the community, and these include specific diets, food/nutritional supplements, vitamins and so-called immune ‘boosters’.[33] (5) There is little supportive evidence-based data for the use of special diets and these.[34]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) The text indicates that nutritional supplements are a factor in assessing the quality of life of patients in the study and no significant difference was observed between groups.[35] (2) Nutritional supplements are common strategies, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory supplements, used to reduce exercise-induced muscle damage and inflammatory responses among athletes during training or competition.[36] (3) Products taken to supplement the diet with nutrients, which are not consumed in adequate amounts, but their intake was limited among study participants.[37] (4) These are substances, including vitamins and minerals, that are taken to supplement the diet and potentially reduce the risk or severity of the disease.[38]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) These are substances such as calcium and vitamin D that should be used, along with exercise, for HIV-positive patients with osteopaenia or osteoporosis.[39] (2) Nutritional supplement combined with an aerobic component on muscle mass and strength.[40]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) Nutritional supplements are specifically important for patients during antenatal visits, with the midwife ensuring the mother understands the importance of a balanced diet and taking supplements like ferrous sulphate and folic acid tablets.[41] (2) Products which are provided to address undernutrition, particularly for children and individuals on ART, as part of public health initiatives.[42]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Nutritional Supplement, specifically a vitamin D and leucine-enriched whey protein, has effects on measures of sarcopenia in older adults, suggesting that supplementation can improve health outcomes.[43] (2) Nutritional supplement evaluation and growth indicators are assessed in 6–12 months year old children in Ilam, providing insights into child health and development in that region.[44] (3) It can be used to improve performance in professional soccer players, as shown in a case report.[45] (4) These, along with regular screening and lifestyle changes, are considered preventive measures to retard the progress of osteoporosis in Malaysian men.[46] (5) A company distributes, sells and performs research on these with adaptogens (e.g., Ashwagandha, Rhodiola rosea, Ginseng).[47]
From: Sustainability Journal (MDPI)
(1) The frequency with which athletes use products intended to enhance performance or address nutritional deficiencies is related to "nutritional supplements", and is identified as a significant factor in doping susceptibility.[48] (2) Nutritional supplements, such as lick blocks, serve as a means to enhance the feeding of ruminants and have demonstrated broad development and application prospects.[49] (3) Nutritional supplements improve the nutritional status of livestock and feed energy efficiency, which has the potential to reduce CH 4 emissions from grazing cattle.[50] (4) It was recommended in addition, majority of the respondents in the organoleptics aspect of the study preferred the taste, color, and texture of yellow-flesh cassava to the white-flesh one.[51]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Compounds like benfotiamine and selenium are studied for their potential health benefits when taken as supplements.[52] (2) Products taken to supplement the diet, which can include natural antioxidants like rosemary and sage that are already in commercial use.[53]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) These can disguise a plethora of potentially harmful or inactive substances that can be marketed to the public.[54]