Abstract
Nutraceuticals are a class of natural products that have been widely used in a wide range of therapeutic areas such as cough and cold, antiarthritis, digestion, sleeping disorders and treatment of cancers, depression, diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure and pain killers. They are often considered to be somewhere between food and pharmaceutical products due to their dynamic action in sustaining health and preventing diseases. In recent years, however, the food composition has been scientifically tested and verified as people are becoming more and more aware of health-related issues and how food can directly or indirectly be responsible for maintaining proper health. Due to dynamic action of the food, their popularity amongst general public and healthcare providers has increased over medicines. In the last 10 years, a huge growth has been observed in the awareness of nutraceuticals and their use as powerful therapeutic supplements. A current review comprehensively discussed the use of nutraceuticals in prevention and support therapy, followed by compiled literature on patents published on said topic. This paper highlights some of the key regulatory challenges associated with the manufacturing and marketing of supplements. These challenges highlight the need for consistent and comprehensive regulatory frameworks to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of these products. By addressing these challenges, regulators can help to promote responsible development and marketing and ensure that consumers have access to safe and effective products.