Nutritional and Toxicological Characterization of Bioactive Compounds from Foods
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Novel Foods".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 July 2025) | Viewed by 14753
Special Issue Editors
Interests: bioactive compounds; cell cultures; bioactivity; oxidative stress; food by-products; non-conventional extraction; supercritical fluids; pulsed electric fields; toxicology
Interests: valorization of agro-industrial by-products; bio-based fermented beverages; fermentation assisted by innovative green technologies; development of fermented food with postbiotics and psychobiotics
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: nutrition and food science
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Bioactive compounds in foods hold immense potential for enhancing health and preventing disease. These compounds, found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and animal products, can influence metabolic processes and contribute to overall well-being. However, understanding their dual role in nutrition and toxicology is crucial for optimizing their benefits and mitigating any risks.
This Special Issue, "Nutritional and Toxicological Characterization of Bioactive Compounds From Foods", seeks to explore the complexities of bioactive compounds. We aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the nutritional advantages these compounds offer, as well as their potential toxicological impacts. This dual perspective is essential for developing safer, more effective dietary recommendations and functional foods.
We invite contributions that cover a range of topics, including advanced techniques for extraction, characterization, and quantification of bioactive compounds; in vitro, cell studies, and clinical trials that elucidate their biological activities; and emerging technologies for their incorporation into food. Additionally, studies focusing on the safety, toxicological, and allergenic aspects of bioactive compounds are highly encouraged.
Through this Special Issue, we hope to deepen our understanding of the balance between the beneficial and harmful effects of bioactive compounds, ultimately promoting safer consumption and innovative applications in the food industry.
Dr. Francisco J. Marti-Quijal
Dr. Juan Manuel Castagnini
Dr. Noelia Pallarés
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- bioactive compounds
- nutritional benefits
- toxicological risks
- functional foods
- food safety
- phytochemicals
- antioxidants
- dietary supplements
- food chemistry
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