Scientific References

ON Superfoods and Nutraceuticals

This page contains a curated list of scientific studies and references supporting the health benefits of various superfoods and nutraceutical compounds. These references are useful for building trust, credibility, and transparency for readers interested in evidence-based nutrition.

General Superfoods and Nutritional Benefits

  • Liu, R.H. (2004). “Potential Synergy of Phytochemicals in Cancer Prevention: Mechanism of Action.” The Journal of Nutrition, 134(12), 3479S–3485S. [DOI link]
  • Ames, B.N., et al. (1993). “Oxidants, antioxidants, and the degenerative diseases of aging.” Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 90(17), 7915–7922. [DOI link]

Turmeric (Curcumin)

  • Hewlings, S.J., & Kalman, D.S. (2017). “Curcumin: A Review of Its’ Effects on Human Health.” Foods, 6(10), 92. [DOI link]

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

  • Mozaffarian, D., & Wu, J.H.Y. (2011). “Omega-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular disease: effects on risk factors, molecular pathways, and clinical events.” Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 58(20), 2047–2067. [DOI link]

Chia Seeds and Fiber

  • Nieman, D.C., et al. (2009). “Chia seed does not promote weight loss or alter disease risk factors in overweight adults.” Nutrition Research, 29(6), 414–418. [DOI link]

Green Tea and EGCG

  • Cabrera, C., et al. (2006). “Beneficial effects of green tea—A review.” Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 25(2), 79–99. [DOI link]

Probiotics and Gut Health

  • Hill, C., et al. (2014). “Expert consensus document: The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics consensus statement on the scope and appropriate use of the term probiotic.” Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology, 11(8), 506–514. [DOI link]

Collagen and Skin Health

  • Proksch, E., et al. (2014). “Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.” Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 27(1), 47–55. [DOI link]

Lutein & Zeaxanthin for Eye Health

  • Ma, L., & Lin, X.M. (2010). “Effects of lutein and zeaxanthin on aspects of eye health.” Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 90(1), 2–12. [DOI link]

Closing Note

This reference page is maintained as a resource to support the evidence-based discussion of superfoods and nutraceuticals across our blog. All sources are from peer-reviewed journals, ensuring credibility and scientific relevance.