Which is an example of non-traditional nutraceuticals?

• A. artificial foods prepared with biotechnology
• B. traditional herbs
• C. vitamins
• D. minerals

Answer: (A)

Non-traditional nutraceuticals come from foods or food components created using modern biotechnologies, such as genetic modification, fermentation, or other advanced processing methods. This makes artificial foods prepared with biotechnology fit the description, since they are engineered through biotech processes rather than arising from traditional farming or culinary herbs.

Traditional herbs are classic nutraceuticals with long-standing use for health benefits, so they fit the traditional category rather than non-traditional. Vitamins and minerals are fundamental nutrients that have been used as supplements for decades, representing conventional, well-established nutraceuticals.