The Antibacterial, Anti-Inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Effects of Bioactive Substances in Foods
A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods, and Novel Foods".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 June 2025)
Special Issue Editor
Interests: active ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine; pharmacology of traditional Chinese medicine
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Special Issue Information
Foods are rich in various bioactive substances that play crucial roles in human health. In recent years, the discovery and study of these bioactive compounds have gained significant attention due to their potential health benefits. This Special Issue aims to explore the antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects of these bioactive substances. Understanding these functions can provide new insights for developing functional foods and improving health strategies. We invite researchers to contribute original research articles and reviews that delve into the mechanisms underlying these health-promoting properties. Topics of interest include but are not limited to the isolation and identification of bioactive compounds, their biological activities, and their applications in food science and human health. In order to promote academic exchange and advance the field, we seek high-quality submissions that showcase the latest findings and insights into the multifaceted benefits of food-derived bioactive compounds.
Prof. Dr. Zi Wang
Guest Editor
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Foods is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- bioactive substances in foods
- antibacterial effect
- anti-inflammatory effect
- immunomodulatory effect
- functional foods
- health benefits
- human health
- nutraceuticals
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