Current Functional Foods - Current Issue

Ayurveda and Hindu mythology both place great emphasis on the healing and spiritual virtues of rudraksha (Elaeocarpus ganitrus). A wide range of medical conditions, such as anxiety, sleeplessness, depression, hypertension, palpitations, infertility, rheumatism, and asthma, have been linked to the pharmacological effects of physically wearing rudraksha. The objective of this review is to examine the scientific data found in the lit Read More

Many different diseases and conditions are treated using the Alstonia scholaris (L.) R.Br. plant, which belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is traditionally used to treat asthma, wounds, tumors, skin illnesses, rheumatism, TB, malaria, leprosy, hepatitis, gonorrhea, cough, cold, and gastrointestinal problems. This study integrates scientific evidence with pharmacological, phytochemical, and folkloric claims from Alsto Read More

Millets have an incredible ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, from drought to waterlogging, and can flourish in arid and semi-arid regions. Their nutritional composition varies among different varieties of millets and accounts for 60 to 70% carbohydrates, 6 to 9% proteins, 10 to 12% fibers, 1 to 5% fats, and about 2 to 4% minerals. The protein composition of millets consists mainly of albumin, prolamin, and globu Read More

BackgroundHypothyroidism is characterized by decreased T3 and T4 levels and increased TSH levels. Hypothyroid obesity has been linked to numerous metabolic irregularities, such as slowed-down BMR. Citrullus colocynthis Linn. fruit has been utilized historically to decrease appetite and hence weight.ObjectiveThis work aimed to study the administration of Citrullus colocynthis Linnaeus extracts for the treatment of hypot Read More

ObjectiveLac is derived from Laccifer lacca Kerr and has historically been used as a dye due to its coloring qualities. It is now widely utilised in the food and colouring industries. Lac dye was isolated for the first time with the help of preparative HPLC. Further characterization was also performed using NMR and MS spectroscopy techniques.MethodsThe column used for the isolation was the Inertsil ODS-3 reverse-phase C18 column Read More

AimsHypertension is one of the chronic diseases causing a serious health problem in many countries worldwide. Therefore, the prevention and amelioration of hypertension with medicinal food is considered to be important for maintaining good health and well-being. The main objective of this study is to verify that the extract of lotus seed has a significant inhibitory effect on the angiotensin I-converting enzyme (ACE).Backg Read More

ObjectiveThis study uses adult zebrafish as a model organism to explore the possible cognitive-boosting properties of Shilajit, a traditional Ayurvedic herbal resin. Shilajit is known for its potential cognitive benefits, and the study focuses on its impact on memory and cognitive function.MethodsThe study employs a T-maze apparatus to assess cognitive performance in zebrafish, particularly memory, and uses Hyoscine, a memory-de Read More

BackgroundCanistel Fruit (Pouteria campechiana) is an underutilized nutritious tropical fruit containing Vitamin A and complex carbohydrates with high potentiality. Hence, the present study focused on a novel Canistel fruit (Pouteria campechiana)-based beverage.ObjectiveThis study aimed to develop innovative fruit-based beverages from underutilized but widely available Canistel fruit around tropical regions and determine its Read More

Milk is a good source of bioactive peptides of high nutritive/ pharmaceutical value. In recent decades, the curiosity about bioactive milk peptides has been increasing because of their positive impact on physiological and metabolic functions in human health. A variety of naturally acquired bioactive peptides have been found in fermented dairy products like sour milk and cheese. Initially, these bioactive peptides are found a Read More

With the increasing demand for sustainable agricultural practices, the efficacy and sustainability of natural pesticides in plant protection, providing a critical assessment of their potential as alternatives to synthetic chemical pesticides is the basic demand of the future. This study aimes to examine the diverse categories of natural pesticides, including plant-based, microbial, and mineral-based options, and evaluate their eff Read More

Bread is consumed by almost every household worldwide as a dietary staple. Most commercial bread products are made with refined wheat flour and have an incomplete nutritional profile. Refined wheat bread is comparatively lower in protein with an unbalanced amino acid profile and is low in fibre, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. The enrichment of bread to increase nutritional quality and functionality while preservi Read More

Introduction/ObjectiveA fruit, the soft, pulpy part of a flowering plant, is abundant in essential nutrients like fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds. It provides macronutrients such as carbohydrates and energy while being low in protein and lipids. Health authorities advocate a minimum daily intake of five servings of fruits and vegetables for a balanced diet. Fruits contain simple sugars such as gluco Read More