Editors: Paramita Paul, Ranabir Sahu, Gouranga Nandi, Tarun Kumar Dua

The Role of Nutraceuticals in Degenerative Diseases (Part 1)

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ISBN: 979-8-89881-256-0 (Print)
ISBN: 979-8-89881-255-3 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2025
DOI: 10.2174/97988988125531250101

Introduction

Nutraceuticals in Degenerative Diseases provides a comprehensive overview of the growing role of nutraceuticals in preventing and managing degenerative disorders. As awareness increases around dietary supplements as supportive therapy, this book examines how nutraceuticals can complement conventional treatments in slowing cellular degeneration and improving quality of life.

The book systematically explains the causes, mechanisms, and therapeutic approaches of major degenerative diseases, including respiratory, neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, renal, hepatic, ophthalmic, and metabolic disorders. It covers both foundational concepts of nutraceuticals and disease pathology, along with disease-specific applications supported by mechanistic insights and emerging research. Topics such as in silico identification of nutraceuticals, biomarkers, and prevention strategies are also discussed, offering a balanced view of theory and practice.

Key Features

  • - Explains fundamentals, scope, and identification of nutraceuticals.
  • - Describes mechanisms and progression of major degenerative diseases.
  • - Examines disease-specific nutraceutical interventions across organ systems.
  • - Integrates conventional therapy with dietary and preventive strategies.
  • - Highlights emerging research, biomarkers, and preventive approaches.

Target Readership:

Researchers, students, and healthcare professionals in pharmaceutical and life sciences

Foreword

Degenerative diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory diseases, ophthalmic disease, liver diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders, are among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Despite significant advances in modern medicine, these diseases continue to pose a major challenge to healthcare systems globally. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the potential role of nutraceuticals in the prevention and treatment of degenerative diseases. Nutraceuticals, which include dietary supplements, functional foods, and bioactive compounds, have been shown to possess a range of biological activities that may help to mitigate the risk of degenerative diseases.

The book “The Role of Nutraceuticals in Degenerative Diseases” provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the role of nutraceuticals in degenerative diseases. The book brings together contributions from leading experts in the field, who provide insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying the potential health benefits of nutraceuticals, as well as the latest evidence from clinical trials and epidemiological studies.

This book covers a range of topics, including the role of nutraceuticals in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, respiratory diseases, and degenerative kidney diseases. Initial chapters were dedicated to the scope and aspects of nutraceuticals and potential nutraceuticals based on in-silico studies.

Throughout the book, the authors provide a critical evaluation of the current evidence, highlighting the potential benefits and limitations of nutraceuticals in the prevention and treatment of degenerative diseases. The editors and the contributors deserve credit for compiling such an informative book that will definitely offer benefits for all readers, students, researchers, academicians, and health care personnel. Hence, this book is an essential resource for all those who are interested in the nutraceutical-based therapy for degenerative diseases. It provides a comprehensive and authoritative overview of the current state of knowledge in this field and highlights the potential for nutraceuticals to play a major role in the prevention and treatment of degenerative diseases in the future.

Pranab Ghosh
Chemistry and Director of Research and Development Cell
University of North Bengal,
Darjeeling – 734013, India