such as fruit and vegetables, but also nuts, seeds and oils, whole grains, and legumes. In addition, although not biologically classified as plants, mushroom and algae products are also included in the definition.
Functional ingredients are increasingly used in diets to improve some aspects of health. Also called nutraceuticals, they are presented as complementary ingredients to diets that can help prevent possible diseases or dysfunctions. These functional ingredients are included in the diet as dietary supplements...