Asian Food Science Journal

Age-related degenerative diseases, including osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and neurological disorders, are growing more common as the world's population ages, creating serious public health issues. Because of their bioactive ingredients, which can promote health at the cellular and systemic levels, nutraceuticals and functional foods have become attractive preventive and therapeutic therapies in this regard. The function of these natural compounds in controlling and preventing age-related deterioration is examined in this research. The possible advantages of these dietary interventions are emphasized through an analysis of different functional foods—like fruits, vegetables, and fermented products—and nutraceuticals that offer concentrated dosages of advantageous substances like antioxidants, polyphenols, and omega-3 fatty acids. The methods by which these compounds may lessen the impacts of aging—such as lowering oxidative stress, inflammation, and enhancing metabolic function—are also covered in the research. In conclusion, given the increased life expectancy, older people's health can be effectively prolonged by the careful use of nutraceuticals and the inclusion of functional foods. Such innovation and research remain crucial for this industry to realize its full potential and meet the dietary needs of the elderly.