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Functional Foods

Functional foods refer to food products that are designed to provide additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition. These foods typically contain bioactive compounds or ingredients that have specific physiological effects on the body.

Senses:

1. Noun - Food products that have been fortified or enriched with beneficial substances.
2. Adjective - Describing food products that have health-promoting properties.

Examples:

• Noun: Many functional foods now contain added probiotics to improve gut health.
• Noun: The supermarket offers a wide range of functional foods, including fortified cereals and beverages.
• Adjective: Incorporating functional foods in your diet can greatly contribute to your overall well-being.
• Adjective: The nutritionist recommends consuming more functional foods to optimize your health.

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