Food Supplements

Dietary supplements and dietary supplements are both health-promoting products, but there are some subtle differences between them.

1. Functional foods

 

Dietary supplements are products designed to supplement nutrients for the body and support or improve health problems. However, they are not drugs and do not replace medicine. FF are often processed in many different forms such as tablets, capsules, powders, solutions or processed foods.

Features and uses of functional foods:

  • Support disease prevention and treatment: Functional food products may contain ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs, or antioxidants, which help strengthen the immune system, support the cardiovascular system, prevent cancer, reduce cholesterol, or help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
  • Improve overall health: Dietary supplements can provide nutrients that the body lacks in the daily diet, or support specific health problems such as beautifying the skin, improving sleep, reducing stress, helping to lose weight, supporting digestion, etc.
  • Herbal products: Many functional foods are made from natural herbal ingredients. Herbal functional foods such as ginseng, lingzhi mushrooms, or herbal teas have the effect of supporting the function of organs in the body, improving overall health and prolonging life.

Examples of functional foods:

  • Vitamin supplements (vitamin C, vitamin E): Help supplement the body with essential vitamins, especially when the diet does not provide enough.
  • Omega-3 supplements (DHA, EPA): Support cardiovascular health, improve memory and brain function.
  • Herbal products (ginseng, ginseng, lingzhi): Help strengthen the immune system, fight fatigue, reduce stress.
  • Probiotics: Provide beneficial bacteria for the digestive system, help maintain balance in the intestines, improve the digestive system.

2. Supplements

Supplements mainly focus on providing nutrients that the body may lack, to support a balanced diet and improve health. Supplements are often used when the daily diet does not provide enough necessary nutrients.

Features and uses of supplements:

  • Supplementing deficient nutrients: Supplements mainly aim to provide vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, proteins, or other nutrients that the body needs to maintain normal physiological functions.
  • Supporting health in special stages: Subjects such as the elderly, pregnant women, people on a diet, or people with diseases may need to supplement some special nutrients.
  • For athletes: Supplements such as protein powder, creatine, or products containing amino acids help support muscle recovery, increase strength and energy during exercise.

Examples of supplements:

  • Vitamin and mineral supplements: Vitamin D, vitamin B12, calcium, magnesium help maintain bone and joint health, support metabolism and strengthen the immune system.
  • Protein supplements: Protein powders help provide the necessary amount of protein for gym goers, athletes, or those who need to gain muscle and lose fat.
  • Fiber supplements: Fiber supplements aid digestion, help reduce the risk of intestinal diseases and support weight loss.
  • Omega-3 fatty acid supplements: Help support cardiovascular function, enhance brain function and improve inflammation.

The Difference Between Dietary Supplements and Dietary Supplements

Although both dietary supplements and dietary supplements have health benefits, there are some key differences:

  1. Purpose:
    Dietary supplements often focus on supporting and improving health issues, such as boosting the immune system, improving digestion, reducing stress, or helping to treat specific diseases.
    Dietary supplements mainly supplement nutrients that the body lacks, helping the body function better under special physiological conditions.
  2. Target:
    Dietary supplements are often used by people who need to improve their overall health or treat specific health problems.
    Dietary supplements are often used by people who need to supplement nutrients that are lacking in their diet, such as dieters, the elderly, or athletes.
  3. What they contain:
    Functional foods can include a wide range of ingredients from vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, herbs, to plant compounds that have specific health-supporting effects.
    Supplements mainly supplement nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, amino acids, or fiber, which are often necessary for maintaining body functions.

In summary

Functional foods are products that are intended to support health, prevent disease, or improve specific health problems.
Supplements mainly provide essential nutrients that the body lacks to ensure normal functioning and maintain health.

Although both groups of products have health benefits, it is important to use the right type of food that is suitable for each person’s needs and health status. Before using, users should consult a doctor or nutritionist to ensure safety and effectiveness.