Unveiling the Applications of Bioactive Compounds in Functional Foods for Optimal Human Health—2nd Edition
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 14
Special Issue Editors
Interests: functional food; immune function; gut microbiota; bioactive compound identification; probiotics; fermentation
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Interests: biochemical compounds; immunity; food fermentations; gut health; probiotics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Following the success of 1st Edition, which explored the health benefits of bioactive compounds in functional foods, the 2nd Edition will continue to delve deeper into this important field. This volume will focus on the following key topics:
- Profiling of Bioactive Compounds: Detailed analysis of the biochemical components found in functional foods.
- Pharmacological Properties: Investigation of the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and other beneficial effects of bioactive compounds.
- Therapeutic Applications: Exploring the use of bioactive ingredients in experimental models for disease prevention and health promotion.
- Preclinical Studies: New insights from preclinical research on the effects of bioactive compounds in functional foods.
Through this issue, we aim to continue advancing the understanding of functional foods and their role in promoting overall well-being and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
Prof. Dr. Xiangkai Li
Guest Editor
Dr. Aman Khan
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- functional foods
- bioactive ingredients
- health benefits
- immune function
- gut health
- disease prevention
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