Bioactive foods refer to foods containing compounds that have a positive impact on health beyond basic nutrition. These compounds, such as antioxidants, phytochemicals, and probiotics, have been extensively studied in nutrition research for their potential health benefits. They can help prevent chronic diseases like cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes, as well as promote overall well-being. Examples of bioactive foods include berries rich in antioxidants, fermented foods like yogurt containing probiotics, and cruciferous vegetables containing phytochemicals. Research on bioactive foods explores their mechanisms of action, optimal intake levels, and their role in disease prevention and management. Incorporating bioactive foods into one's diet can be a proactive approach to maintaining good health and reducing the risk of various illnesses.
Title : Assessment of a Metabolic Map 3.0 (MM3.0) in association with Cardio Metabolic-Renal Syndrome (CMR-S)
Antonio Claudio Goulart Duarte, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Title : Brain health beyond cognition: Exploring the needs of an aging brain
Dilip Ghosh, Nutriconnect, Australia
Title : Beyond the apparent: Nutrition, perception, and resilience in contexts of cognitive vulnerability a transdisciplinary proposal inspired by the Volume Oltre l’Apparente (Conversano & irace, 2026)
Raffaella Conversano, University of Bari, Italy
Title : Nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and reproductive function in adolescent and young adult women: Neuroimmunometabolic perspectives
Malgorzata Mizgier, Poznan University of Physical Education, Poland
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore and Bulgaria
Nedyalka Naneva Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Climate-smart legume composting and its influence on sweet potato yield, soil health, and nutrient quality
Topas M Peter, PNG University of Technology, Papua New Guinea