Complément alimentaire, alicament, médicament : Qui est qui ? Ou faust revisité

Nutraceuticals are nutrients displaying drug properties. They do not have legal status and are wrongly considered as a sub-group of nutrient supplements. The difference between nutrient supplements, nutraceuticals and drugs is based on claims, dosage and the packaging of the product. The increasing use of nutraceuticals in western countries is a major health concern.