Functional foods can be widely described as processed food that provides medical or health benefits as well as a reduction in disease risk. There is no universal definition of functional food, but in ...

We’ve all heard the old adage, “You are what you eat,” but more and more, conventional medical professionals are encouraging people to actively turn to diet as a way to prevent disease and improve ...

Consumers want to be healthy. This has always been true to some extent, but lately this desire has been manifesting itself in strong interest in ingredients lists – consumers are increasingly looking ...

Have you ever heard of functional nutrition? This concept is gaining ground in the habits of those looking for more health, energy and disease prevention without resorting to drugs or supplements. And ...

Functional food: the saviour of a stagnating food industry or unfounded hype? Dynamic as it is, the new wonderfoods remain a small niche market. The potential for growth is said to be huge, but a ...

A good night's sleep could be a functional product away, as consumers swap their alcoholic nightcap for a nonalcoholic option or their favorite comfort food to ease their mind after a long day, Scott ...