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<p><span><b>I</b></span>ndia&rsquo;s nutraceutical industry is beginning to experiment with nanotechnology, with several companies recently launching high-absorption curcumin, Vitamin D, Omega-3 and herbal supplements. This reflects a larger trend in preventive healthcare, where nutrition is becoming more science-driven and targeted rather than generic supplementation.</p><p>Nano-nutraceuticals are essentially nutrients or plant compounds delivered using nano particles, nano-emulsions or nano-capsules that improve the way the body absorbs them. Many popular health ingredients such as turmeric, resveratrol and iron have low absorption in their normal form. Nano-delivery systems can boost bioavailability significantly, meaning smaller doses could be more effective.</p><p>In India, this technology is being explored not just for supplements but also for functional foods, immunity drinks and fortified foods. Startups and nutraceutical manufacturers are focusing on nano-curcumin, nano-vitamins, herbal extracts and antioxidant formulations aimed at lifestyle diseases, ageing, immunity and metabolic health. The nutraceuticals market was worth some $6 billion (Rs 55,957 crore) in 2024 and could be worth double by 2030.</p><p>For consumers, the long-term significance is important. As India faces rising diabetes, heart disease and obesity, nano-neutraceuticals could make preventive nutrition more effective, personalised and medically relevant—potentially blurring the line between food and medicine in the coming decade.</p><div id="lrcmtcont"></div><div class="end_story">- Ends</div><div class="dottedimg"></div><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Shyam Balasubramanian</div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Mar 27, 2026 20:22 IST</div></div></div>

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<p><font color="#c0392b" face="verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 58px;"><b>I</b></span></font>ndia’s nutraceutical industry is beginning to experiment with nanotechnology, with several companies recently launching high-absorption curcumin, Vitamin D, Omega-3 and herbal supplements. This reflects a larger trend in preventive healthcare, where nutrition is becoming more science-driven and targeted rather than generic supplementation.</p><p>Nano-nutraceuticals are essentially nutrients or plant compounds delivered using nano particles, nano-emulsions or nano-capsules that improve the way the body absorbs them. Many popular health ingredients such as turmeric, resveratrol and iron have low absorption in their normal form. Nano-delivery systems can boost bioavailability significantly, meaning smaller doses could be more effective.</p><p>In India, this technology is being explored not just for supplements but also for functional foods, immunity drinks and fortified foods. Startups and nutraceutical manufacturers are focusing on nano-curcumin, nano-vitamins, herbal extracts and antioxidant formulations aimed at lifestyle diseases, ageing, immunity and metabolic health. The nutraceuticals market was worth some $6 billion (Rs 55,957 crore) in 2024 and could be worth double by 2030.</p><p>For consumers, the long-term significance is important. As India faces rising diabetes, heart disease and obesity, nano-neutraceuticals could make preventive nutrition more effective, personalised and medically relevant—potentially blurring the line between food and medicine in the coming decade.</p><div id="lrcmtcont"></div><div class="end_story">- Ends</div><div class="dottedimg"></div><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Shyam Balasubramanian</div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Mar 27, 2026 20:22 IST</div></div></div>

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