Nutraceuticals and Natural Product Derivatives: Disease Prevention & Drug Discovery is a comprehensive guide edited by Mohammad Fahad Ullah. This first edition, published by Wiley-Blackwell on December 11, 2018, delves into the expanding applications of nutraceuticals and other natural product derivatives in disease prevention strategies. The book presents a prophylactic and therapeutic approach to chronic diseases, emphasizing the translational potential of plant-derived dietary and non-dietary factors from various studies. It features contributions from leading experts in phytomedicine and nutraceutical agents, highlighting the significance of natural products and dietary factors as key players in managing chronic illnesses.

The book explores diverse topics such as the use of natural food sources to control glycemia and prevent diabetic complications, the anti-aging benefits of sulfur-containing amino acids and nutraceuticals, and how garcinia fruits can combat metabolic syndrome. It also discusses honey- and propolis-mediated regulation of protein networks in cancer cells, recent trends in drug discovery against Alzheimer’s disease, and the therapeutic potential of metalloherbal nanoceuticals.

Offering an alternative, natural approach to chronic disease prevention, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in exploring the potential of nutraceuticals and natural product derivatives in drug discovery and disease management.