Nutraceuticals are the epicentre of interest in the areas of nutrition and health care. They support optimal health and improve the general well-being of people and communities. They should be incorporated into the balanced diet and lifestyle. The primary categories of nutraceuticals are functional foods, dietary supplements and herbal goods. The biological mechanism by which nutraceuticals work are by scavenging dangerous free radicals and shielding the organism from oxidative stress, leading to many diseases. They also modify the body’s immune response and lessen chronic inflammation in the body. Nutraceuticals have immune modulatory effects, which improves immune function and boost resistance to infection. Probiotics also support the role of nutraceuticals in the prevention of chronic diseases.  Nutraceuticals have several beneficial effects for cardiovascular health, gastrointestinal function, cognition, memory, mood regulation and lower the risk of illnesses related to joints by reducing inflammation and enhancing mobility. Nutraceuticals have become an important part of disease prevention and management.

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Keywords: Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, Dietary Supplements, Herbal Products, Health.