Handbook of Nutraceuticals for Clinical Use

Description

This handbook provides key information on the clinical use of nutraceuticals, an increasingly common practice grounded in an understanding of the pharmacological activities of natural compounds and clinical evidence of efficacy and safety. Each chapter examines the effects of nutraceuticals in different therapeutic contexts, including nutraceuticals active on the digestive system, heart, lipid and glucose metabolism, and immune system. The authors also address relevant concerns such as relative and absolute contraindications, range of tested doses (efficacious and safe), possible side effects and pharmacological interactions, and the scientific level of clinical evidence for each product. Despite the availability of a large number of nutraceuticals on the market, the same compound is often offered by different industries at different dosages and concentrations, with different titration and often with different suggestions of efficacy. Available academic books on nutraceuticals prioritize summarizing information or focus on the pharmacological aspects on cells or animals models rather than on proof in humans. The handbook takes a unique and practical approach intended to assist clinicians, pharmacologists, nutritionists, and dietitians considering prescribing nutraceuticals for therapeutic use. Renowned expert Professor Arrigo Cicero is known internationally for his work in nutraceuticals, and currently serves as President of the Italian Nutraceutical Society. Front Matter ....Pages i-vii Nutraceuticals Active on Central Nervous System (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 1-23 Nutraceuticals Active on Peripheral Nervous System (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 25-33 Nutraceuticals Active on Heart Function (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 35-43 Nutraceuticals Active on Blood Pressure (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 45-58 Nutraceuticals Active on Capillaries and Veins (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 59-67 Nutraceuticals Active on Lipid Metabolism (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 69-81 Nutraceuticals Active on Glucose Metabolism (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 83-97 Nutraceuticals for Body Weight Modulation (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 99-111 Nutraceuticals Active on Digestive System (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 113-130 Nutraceuticals Active on Urinary Tract (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 131-137 Nutraceuticals Active on Genital Apparatus (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 139-151 Nutraceuticals Active on Women Disorders (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 153-162 Nutraceuticals Active on Immune System (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 163-179 Nutraceuticals Active on Bones and Joints (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 181-193 Nutraceuticals Active on Skin (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 195-205 Nutraceuticals for Physical Activity Support (Arrigo F. G. Cicero, Alessandro Colletti)....Pages 207-219