Takefuji Yoshiyasu
Faculty of Data Science, Musashino University, Tokyo, Japan.
Eur J Clin Nutr. 2025 May;79(5):413-418. doi: 10.1038/s41430-024-01557-y. Epub 2024 Dec 16.
Nutraceuticals, with their potential health benefits, are increasingly being used to manage a variety of health conditions. The global market for nutraceuticals, valued at USD 540 billion in 2022, is projected to reach USD 1025 billion by 2030. This paper delves into the beneficial impacts of emerging nutraceuticals on a spectrum of medical disorders, drawing from credible sources from the National Library of Medicine. We have scrutinized studies on the application of nutraceuticals in treating conditions like sleep disorders, migraines, oxidative stress, mental health issues, pain disorders, obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, and even COVID-19. Our analysis indicates that nutraceuticals hold promise for addressing various health issues. However, this paper also sheds light on the health risks associated with nutraceuticals. Despite their widespread use, the safety and efficacy of nutraceuticals are still uncertain due to the lack of stringent regulations, unlike pharmaceutical drugs. This raises concerns about potential health risks and misleading claims. Research indicates that some supplements can cause adverse effects and interact with medications. Therefore, to ensure safe usage, it is imperative to implement stricter regulations, enhance reporting systems, and boost consumer awareness.
营养保健品因其潜在的健康益处，正越来越多地被用于管理各种健康状况。2022年全球营养保健品市场价值5400亿美元，预计到2030年将达到10250亿美元。本文借鉴美国国立医学图书馆的可靠资料，深入探讨新兴营养保健品对一系列医学病症的有益影响。我们仔细研究了营养保健品在治疗睡眠障碍、偏头痛、氧化应激、心理健康问题、疼痛障碍、肥胖症、胃肠道疾病甚至新冠肺炎等病症方面的应用研究。我们的分析表明，营养保健品在解决各种健康问题方面具有前景。然而，本文也揭示了与营养保健品相关的健康风险。尽管营养保健品被广泛使用，但与药品不同，由于缺乏严格监管，其安全性和有效性仍不确定。这引发了对潜在健康风险和误导性宣称的担忧。研究表明，一些补充剂会产生不良反应并与药物相互作用。因此，为确保安全使用，必须实施更严格的监管、加强报告系统并提高消费者意识。
