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functional food
noun.
A food product that has been enhanced with vitamins or pharmaceuticals to provide specific health benefits.
Example Citation:
"Other functional food products include higher-calcium yogurt, calcium-added ice cream, anti-oxidant enriched eggs, soy products and nutritionally enhanced sweets."
—Megan Davis, "Convenience, conviviality mark mealtime trends for future," Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, January 2, 2000
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Subject Categories:
Culture - Food and Drink
Culture - Health and Fitness
Posted on January 3, 2000 at 11:28 AM
Updated on January 3, 2000 at 11:28 AM
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