Nutraceuticals: Health Benefits & How They Work

The term “nutraceutical” sounds scientific and healthy. But what does it really mean? And how can nutraceuticals affect your everyday health?  

What Are Nutraceuticals and How Do They Work? 

The word “nutraceutical” is, as you can expect, a combination of the words “nutrient’ and “pharmaceutical”.  A nutraceutical product contains a high concentration of specific natural ingredients. For example, a peer-reviewed scientific study may show that a specific ingredient seems to provide a specific benefit, such as a molecule found in a food or plant. 

But in nature, these ingredients only appear in scarce quantities.  

Thanks to developments in nutrition science, it’s now possible for doctors and scientists to develop ways to isolate and concentrate a specific active ingredient. This hypothetically allows everyday people to gain the benefits of those ingredients in a focused, concentrated way. It is essentially giving the body a concentrated dose of a helpful substance to gain the maximum benefit. 

Nutraceuticals can be powerful on their own. But when combined with other concentrated ingredients, nutraceuticals can become even more potent and effective.  

For example, Vitamin C on its own can be a powerful nutraceutical that may promote healthy immune systems. But when combined with other nutraceuticals such as ingredients from ginger, elderberry, and cayenne pepper, the immune boosting effects may be amplified many times.  

Health Benefits of Nutraceuticals 

Many people know they should take care of their bodies, but the demands of modern life can make this hard. Even if someone tries to have a healthy diet and stay active, it can be hard to maintain this once life gets busy. 

Unfortunately, the stress one may feel in the mind also affects the body. Peer-reviewed studies have tied increased stress to a weakened immune system. This means that rough days at work can actually make one more likely to get sick.  

Doctors and nutritionists agree that when it comes to maintaining healthy, long-term function, it’s far more effective to provide the body with key ingredients and nutrients along the way instead of trying to recover from years of lost nutrition. 

That’s where nutraceuticals come in.  

The benefits of nutraceuticals vary depending on the ingredients. But many people who use nutraceuticals have reported the following benefits: 

• Maintaining  a healthy immune system  

• Increased energy and vitality 

• Mental clarity and sharpness of thinking 

• Better concentration, memory, and reasoning 

• Feelings of wellness and confidence 

• Decreased stress 

...and others. 

Again, it’s important to review the science behind any specific nutraceutical. (For example, you can click here to learn the science behind the ingredients of Neuravie^®, one of New U Life’s nutraceuticals.) 

Another benefit is that nutraceuticals are safe. Unlike prescription medications, which often have unpleasant side effects, nutraceuticals are well tolerated by most individuals. This is because they’re made from natural ingredients, just at a concentrated amount. 

The goal of nutraceuticals is focused on preventing health problems and encouraging healthy living. As Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine says, “Let food be your medicine.”  

Types of Nutraceuticals 

Generally, a nutraceutical’s type depends on what it is derived from. But they are also categorized by how they are used. Common ways of categorizing nutraceuticals include: 

• Medicinal food: meant to be consumed under the supervision of a physician or nutrition professional 

• Functional food: whole foods and enriched dietary supplements to provide health benefits 

• Dietary supplements: pills, capsules, drinks, and other nutraceuticals that promote fat loss, metabolism, and muscle growth 

Nutraceuticals can come in many forms, including: 

• Capsules and pills 

• Gels 

• Drinks and drink mixes 

Do You Need a Prescription for Nutraceuticals? 

One of the biggest questions about nutraceuticals is, “If these products provide so many benefits and contain powerful ingredients, why don’t they require a prescription?” That’s a valid question, and there’s a good answer. 

For example, New U Life’s SomaDerm^® Gel is diluted to a 30x formula – allowing it to be provided to as many people as possible without a prescription, and without losing any of the effectiveness. That’s because SomaDerm is a homeopathic formula with key ingredients designed to work with the body’s growth hormone to provide great benefits.  

Where to Find Nutraceuticals 

If you’re looking to gain the benefits of nutraceuticals, look no further than  New U Life supplements and transformational products. Each contains powerful benefits that can help you reach your wellness and health goals. From a transdermal SomaDerm Gel with synthetic growth hormone to Fortress’^® daily support, there are options for you to begin experiencing the power of nutraceuticals for yourself.