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Nutraceuticals
Nutraceuticals are biologically active food supplements used for correcting the chemical composition of human diet (additional sources of nutrients: protein, amino acids, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, dietary fibers)
Source: "MU 2.3.2.721-98. 2.3.2. Food Products and Food Additives. Definition of Safety and Efficacy of Biologically Active Food Supplements. Methodological Guidelines" (approved by the Chief State Sanitary Doctor of Russia on October 15, 1998)