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Adaptogen Science and Wellbeing: Use in Functional Foods, Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals explores the rich phytochemical constituents of adaptogens and their specific mechanisms of action. This book delves into the numerous phytosterols, vitamins, lignans, alkaloids, and flavonoids present in natural product adaptogens. By understanding these components, readers can appreciate their health benefits, how they enhance nutraceuticals, and how they improve functional food formulations. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of these natural substances and their potential applications in promoting overall well-being.
The book identifies over 30 species of plants, roots, and fungi, such as sea buckthorn, holy basil, American ginseng, licorice root, maca, cordyceps, ashwagandha, and more. It explains the mechanisms of action and bioavailability of each adaptogen, discussing their immune function and anti-inflammatory benefits, cell energy metabolism for improved vitality, and neurotransmitter regulation for mental well-being. The book concludes with regulatory guidelines, protocols, and challenges for utilizing these natural products in functional foods and nutraceuticals.
Contents
1. Overview on natural product adaptogens
2. Withania somnifera
3. Astragalus membranaceus
4. Panax ginseng
5. Ocimum sanctum and Ocimum tenuiflorum
6. Rhodiola rosea and Rhodiola crenulata
7. Schisandra chinensis
8. Curcuma longa
9. Acanthopanax senticosus
10. Panax quinquefolius
11. Lycium barbarum
12. Gynostemma pentaphyllum
13. Glycyrrhiza glabra
14. Rhaponticum carthamoides
15. Moringa oleifera
16. Centella asiatica
17. Lepidium meyenii
18. Emblica officinalis
19. Andrographis paniculate
20. Asparagus racemosus
21. Bacopa monnieri
22. Pfaffia paniculata
23. Hippophae rhamnoides
24. Gynostemma pentaphyllum
25. Echinacea Purpurea
26. Matricaria chamomilla
27. Salvia officinalis
28. Rosmarinus officinalis
29. Melissa officinalis
30. Cordyceps militaris
31. Hericium erinaceus
32. Ganoderma lucidum
33. Inonotus obliquus
34. Regulatory guidelines and protocol for utilization of natural products as an adaptogen in functional foods and nutraceutical sectors
35. Current status, challenges and future perspectives of natural product adaptogens in nutraceutical, dietary supplements and functional foods
