Impact of whey derived bio-active components on resolving human health issues: As Nutraceuticals.

Abstract

Milk is one of the nutritious source and extensively used for human consumption. India is biggest producer of milk and per day million of tonne of milk is produce and processed. Per day huge amount of whey generated from dairy industries. Whey is a nutritious byproduct that contains 45-55% of milk nutrients. In given chapter we are lighting up the impact of whey proteins in human health as whey proteins contains all essential as well as non-essential amino acids. Apart from nutrition, there is huge amount of data/information available which define the bioactive role of whey components in human health, including anti-cancer properties, helps in cardiovascular diseases, helps in weight reduction (obesity), helps in gastrointestinal health, hypertension (global public health issue). Research suggested that about 9 essential amino acids are found in whey protein, which are not synthesize by body and each amino acid has its own role in body metabolism. Therefore it’s necessary to consume more essential amino acids to complete the requirement of body. Bearing in mind the nutraceutical significance of whey derived proteins, this chapter highlighted its recognized and emerging bioactive roles in human health issues.