Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics in Functional Foods and Personalized Nutrition

This book explores what is needed to bring nutrigenomics, nutrigenetics, and their associated technologies to market in a truly impactful way. Exploring nutrigenomic (effects of diet on gene expression) and nutrigenetic (matching diet to genotype) approaches, it covers a wide range of issues, from scientific to ethical, consumer-driven, and public health aspects. Topics include food¿gene interactions, the modulation of disease risk, regulatory challenges, genetic testing for consumers, data mining, and the role of science and health professionals in the commercialization of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics.