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Omega‐3 Nutrient Content Claims
ОглавлениеIn 2014, FDA recognized nutrient content claims for conventional foods and dietary supplements containing alpha‐linolenic acid (ALA).100 The claims permitted are the following:
Nutrient content claim for ALA | Conditions for making the claim101 |
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High | ≥ 320 mg of ALA per RACC (≥ 20% of 1.6 grams/day) |
Good source | ≥ 160 mg of ALA per RACC (≥ 10% of 1.6 grams/day) |
More | ≥ 160 mg of ALA more per RACC than an appropriate reference food (≥ 10% of 1.6 grams/day) |
Note, however, nutrient content claims for eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega‐3 fatty acids are prohibited.