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Foods for Health and Disease Prevention

Foods for Health and Disease Prevention
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Author(s): Udugalage Isuru Harsha Kumara (Lincoln University College, Malaysia), Welisarage Crista Ridmie Sumilaka Fernando (Lincoln University College, Malaysia)and Gunavathy Selvarajh (Lincoln University College, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 26
Source title: Exploring the Science of Food as Medicine
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Gunavathy Selvarajh (Lincoln University College, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-1439-6.ch003

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Abstract

Superfoods have captivated global attention with claims of enhanced health benefits beyond basic nutrition. This chapter examines their journey from traditional remedies to marketing phenomena, analyzing both scientific evidence and cultural significance. While rich in bioactive compounds like antioxidants and polyphenols that show promise for disease prevention and microbiome health, many superfood claims lack rigorous scientific validation. The research reveals that traditional healthy foods often provide comparable benefits at lower costs, highlighting accessibility issues.

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