Handbook of Nutraceuticals Volume I: Ingredients, Formulations, and Applications

Applying a pharmaceutical format, this reference is the first to analyze nutraceutical extracts and formulations in a pharmacopoeia-likemanner. It provides rigorous information on over 175 individual products. Introductory chapters provide detailed scientific information on physiochemical characterization, analytical methods for developing robust reproducible products, biopharmaceutical characterization, pharmacokinetic evaluations, and regulatory characterization including the current Good Manufacturing Procedure (cGMP) requirements for Nutraceutical products.Individual monographs on each nutraceutical follows a unified format. The various nutraceuticals are classified as herbal, animal, mineral, synthetic, and ethnic origin. The monographs for each ingredient is characterized by as many as 17 properties, including among others, non-proprietary names; synonyms; chemical name and CAS No.; empirical formula; structural formula if available; functional category; applications in nutraceuticals; typical properties and description; and stability and storage conditions.A second section focuses on nutraceutical formulations aimed at specific diseases or disorders. The book discusses nutraceutical formulations for 12 categories, including cardiovascular, general health and nourishment, aging, weight management, bone and joint health, skin health, oral health, sporting performance, mental health, and dietary foods. Milk and dairy products as nutrient vehicles are also discussed.The text also includes chapters on safety and toxicity of nutraceuticals and one examining the future of nutraceuticals.