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Products derived from food sources with extra health benefits in addition to their basic nutritional value. Unlike medical foods, nutraceuticals are regulated as a food category and are available over-the-counter.
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ORAL REHYDRATION PRODUCTS: Products used to manage dehydration, often due to conditions like chronic diarrhea.
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FORMULAS FOR CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT: Enabled by new scientific discoveries, formulas for managing chronic diseases, such as cognitive and central nervous system disorders, immune disorders, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders for bone, muscle, and joint health, and oncology. FORMULAS FOR METABOLIC DISORDERS: Formulas tailored for individuals with specific metabolic conditions, such as phenylketonuria (PKU).
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Specially formulated and processed products for the dietary management of diseases or conditions with unique nutritional requirements, regulated by the FDA and intended for use under medical supervision.
NUTRITIONALLY COMPLETE AND INCOMPLETE FORMULAS: Essential nutrients in correct proportions for patients who cannot consume regular food due to medical conditions (complete formulas); supplements to the diet to provide specific nutrients that might be lacking (incomplete formulas).
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BENEFITS OF FOOD AS MEDICINE The components of Food as Medicine work synergistically to create a comprehensive approach to health and nutrition. This interconnected approach enhances the overall effectiveness of Food as Medicine strategies, promoting better health outcomes and empowering individuals in their health journey.
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Food as Medicine is a holistic healthcare strategy that utilizes the therapeutic benefits of food to MANAGE, REDUCE SYMPTOMS, and ASSIST IN TREATING various health conditions, particularly chronic ones.
Food as Medicine encourages patients to actively contribute to their health journey by becoming “CEOs of their own health.”
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Nutrition’s power to promote health and manage disease
Food as Medicine underscores the interconnectedness and enhances synergies between nutrition, healthcare systems, and individual wellbeing.
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NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS: Specific nutrients added to the diet to address specific nutrient deficiencies and support overall health. DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS: Products to supplement the diet, providing nutrients that may not be consumed in sufficient quantities through food alone, such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, and other substances.
FUNCTIONAL BEVERAGES: Beverages formulated with added ingredients that provide specific health benefits beyond basic nutrition, such as probiotics, antioxidants, or herbal extracts.