As one of the first unified and in-depth sources in this emerging topic, this book explores the vast potential benefits of food and food-drug synergy. The book addresses the interaction of two or more components within a food, of several foods or of foods and drugs consumed together, in which the potential health benefit is greater than the effect

Food synergy refers to the interaction of two or more components within a food, of two or more whole foods or of foods and drugs working together such that the potential health benefit is greater than the effect of the single component, food or drug.. Food-Drug Synergy and Safety addresses the topic of food and food-drug synergy among various groups of diseases and conditions. It discusses the healthful combinations of food components and food-drug combinations. Organized by disease groups for easy reference in a clinical setting, the chapters follow a consistent framework and address food synergy, food-drug synergy, and potential health benefits and safety aspects.