Foods that provide a specific health benefit beyond basic nutrition are known as functional foods or

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Functional foods are also known as nutraceuticals as they provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Option A is too generic as all functional foods are healthy foods, but not all healthy foods have specific health benefits. Option C is incorrect as nutritional supplements are sold separately, whereas functional foods are a regular part of a person's diet. Option D is incorrect as pharmaceuticals are medications prescribed by doctors to treat specific medical conditions, whereas functional foods prevent or manage health conditions.

Foods That Provide a Specific Health Benefit Beyond Basic Nutrition