REVOLUTIONIZING THE DELIVERY AND EFFICACY OF NUTRACEUTICALS

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 14 | 01 | Page :
    By

    Vema Kiran,

  • J. Divija,

  • Abhitosh Kumar Pandey,

  • A. Sharanya,

  • A. Jyothi,

  1. Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, MB School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
  2. Student, Department of Pharmaceutics, MB School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
  3. Student, Department of Pharmaceutics, MB School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
  4. Student, Department of Pharmaceutics, MB School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
  5. Student, Department of Pharmaceutics, MB School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohan Babu University, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India

Abstract

The global nutraceutical market is on a remarkable growth trajectory, fueled by a growing public focus on preventive health and expected to surpass USD 900 billion by 2030. However, a major roadblock stands in the way of many promising bioactive compounds—like resveratrol, curcumin, and omega-3s—reaching their full potential: their poor absorption by our bodies. Issues like low solubility in water, instability in the gut, and rapid metabolism lead to notoriously low oral bioavailability, meaning we often get only a fraction of the intended benefit. This review explores how advanced delivery systems, crafted from innovative polymers and composite materials, are providing solutions to these challenges. We take a close look at cutting-edge encapsulation technologies such as solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), liposomes, nanoemulsions, and phytosomes. The article breaks down the materials used (like chitosan, alginate, and PLGA), how they’re made, and the clever mechanisms they use to enhance the stability, absorption, and targeted delivery of nutraceuticals. We also discuss how these systems are being woven into functional foods and personalized nutrition, while honestly addressing the hurdles of scaling up production, navigating regulatory landscapes, and the exciting future of smart, responsive systems and 3D printing. By merging material science with nutritional pharmacology, these advanced delivery platforms are transforming nutraceuticals from poorly absorbed supplements into potent, reliable, and essential tools for modern, evidence-based healthcare.

Keywords: Nutraceuticals, Bioavailability, Nanoencapsulation, Polymeric Nanoparticles, Lipid Nanocarriers, Composite Mater.

How to cite this article:
Vema Kiran, J. Divija, Abhitosh Kumar Pandey, A. Sharanya, A. Jyothi. REVOLUTIONIZING THE DELIVERY AND EFFICACY OF NUTRACEUTICALS. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2026; 14(01):-.
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Vema Kiran, J. Divija, Abhitosh Kumar Pandey, A. Sharanya, A. Jyothi. REVOLUTIONIZING THE DELIVERY AND EFFICACY OF NUTRACEUTICALS. Journal of Polymer & Composites. 2026; 14(01):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2026/view=236057


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Volume 14
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Received 26/08/2025
Accepted 06/10/2025
Published 15/01/2026
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