Pharmaceutical, dietary supplement and food ingredient companies are engaged in identifying and evaluating various substances for their ability to boost the immune system.
The 2010 Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming 25g of fiber per day. Typically, however, Americans consume around 12-18g per day, making fiber incorporation a challenge for food scientists.
Research is growing on how ingredients, from choline and omega-3s to theanine and chocolate components, can sharpen mental acuity and/or modulate mood.