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Keywords |
Nutrient substance, food or food category |
Claim |
Health relationship |
Claim type |
Status |
| Blood Calcium Concentration | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus | absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus and maintenance of normal blood calcium concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Calcium Concentration | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels | absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus and maintenance of normal blood calcium concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cells | Iron | Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin | formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cells | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells | maintenance of normal red blood cells | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cells | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation | red blood cell formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cells | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal red blood cell formation | red blood cell formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Beta-glucans | Beta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Glucomannan (konjac mannan) | Glucomannan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Guar Gum | Guar gum contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | Maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) | Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Linoleic acid | Linoleic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Pectins | Pectins contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Cholesterol Maintenance | Plant sterols and plant stanols | Plant sterols/stanols contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Coagulation | Calcium | Calcium contributes to normal blood clotting | blood coagulation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Coagulation | Folate | Folate contributes to normal blood formation | blood formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Coagulation | Vitamin K | Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting | blood coagulation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Electrolytes | Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions | Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions enhance the absorption of water during physical exercise | enhancement of water absorption during exercise | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Electrolytes | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to electrolyte balance | electrolyte balance | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glucose | Chromium | Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels | maintenance of normal blood glucose concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Alpha-cyclodextrin | Consumption of alpha-cyclodextrin as part of a starch-containing meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal | Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Arabinoxylan produced from wheat endosperm | Consumption of arabinoxylan as part of a meal contributes to a reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal | reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Beta-glucans from oats and barley | Consumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal | reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Fructose | Consumption of foods containing fructose leads to a lower blood glucose rise compared to foods containing sucrose or glucose | Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose |
Consumption of foods/drinks containing instead of sugar* induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks
* In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read “other sugars” |
reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) | Consumption of Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal | reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Pectins | Consumption of pectins with a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal | Reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Glycaemic Response | Resistant starch | Replacing digestible starches with resistant starch in a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal. | reduction of post-prandial glycaemic responses | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Homocysteine | Betaine | Betaine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism | contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Homocysteine | Choline | Choline contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism | Contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Homocysteine | Folate | Folate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism | homocysteine metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Homocysteine | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism | contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Homocysteine | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism | contribution to normal homocysteine metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood LDL Cholesterol Maintenance | Chitosan | Chitosan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood LDL Cholesterol Maintenance | Monascus purpureous (red yeast rice) | Monacolin K from red yeast rice contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood LDL Cholesterol Maintenance | Foods with a low or reduced content of saturated fatty acids | Reducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels | maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood LDL Cholesterol Maintenance | Oleic acid | Replacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Oleic acid is an unsaturated fat. | maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood LDL Cholesterol Maintenance | Monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fatty acids | Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels [MUFA and PUFA are unsaturated fats] | Replacement of mixtures of saturated fatty acids (SFAs) as present in foods or diets with mixtures of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and maintenance of normal blood LDL-cholesterol concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Pressure | Docosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid (DHA/EPA) | DHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood pressure | Maintenance of normal blood pressure | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Pressure | Potassium | Potassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure | Blood pressure | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Pressure | Foods with a low or reduced content of sodium | Reducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure | maintenance of normal blood pressure | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Triglycerides | Docosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid (DHA/EPA) | DHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels | Maintenance of normal (fasting) blood concentrations of triglycerides | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Triglycerides | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels | Maintenance of normal (fasting) blood concentrations of triglycerides | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Blood Vitamin E | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E | regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Manganese | Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Protein | Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of normal bones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Vitamin K | Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones | Calcium | Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of normal bones and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones / Teeth | Calcium | Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth | maintenance of normal bones and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones / Teeth | Phosphorus | Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bone and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones / Teeth | Phosphorus | Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth | maintenance of bone and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones / Teeth | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones | maintenance of bones and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Bones / Teeth | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth | maintenance of bones and teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Biotin | Biotin contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Carbohydrates | Carbohydrates contribute to the maintenance of normal brain function | Maintenance of normal brain function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function | maintenance of normal brain function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Folate | Folate contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Iodine | Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function | contribution to normal cognitive and neurological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Iron | Iron contributes to normal cognitive function | cognitive function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function | Contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Niacin | Niacin contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Pantothenic acid | Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance | mental performance | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Thiamine | Thiamine contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to neurological and psychological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function | contribution to normal psychological functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function | cognitive function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Brain / Cognition / Physical | Water | Water contributes to the maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions | maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Differentiation | Vitamin A | Vitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation | cell differentiation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Calcium | Calcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation | regulation of cell division and differentiation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Folate | Folate has a role in the process of cell division | cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Iron | Iron has a role in the process of cell division | cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Magnesium | Magnesium has a role in the process of cell division | cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 has a role in the process of cell division | cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division | Vitamin D | Vitamin D has a role in the process of cell division | cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division / DNA Synthesis | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis | DNA synthesis and cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Division / DNA Synthesis | Zinc | Zinc has a role in the process of cell division | DNA synthesis and cell division | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Cell Membranes | Phosphorus | Phosphorus contributes to normal function of cell membranes | function of cell membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Child Bones | Calcium and vitamin D |
Calcium and vitamin D are needed for normal growth and development of bone in children
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Bones | Calcium |
Calcium is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Bones | Phosphorus |
Phosphorus is needed for the normal growth and development of bone in children
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Bones | Protein |
Protein is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Bones | Vitamin D |
Vitamin D is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Brain | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) |
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) maternal intake contributes to the normal brain development of the foetus and breastfed infants.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Cognitive Development | Iron |
Iron contributes to normal cognitive development of children
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Eyes | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) |
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) maternal intake contributes to the normal development of the eye of the foetus and breastfed infants.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Growth | α-linolenic acid (ALA) & linoleic acid (LA), essential fatty acids |
Essential fatty acids are needed for normal growth and development of children.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Growth | Iodine |
Iodine contributes to the normal growth of children
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Immune | Vitamin D |
Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system in children.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Child Vision | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) |
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) intake contributes to the normal visual development of infants up to 12 months of age.
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Art.14(1)(b) | Authorised | |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Collagen Formation | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth | collagen formation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Connective Tissue | Copper | Copper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues | maintenance of connective tissues | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Connective Tissue | Manganese | Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue | contribution to normal formation of connective tissue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Bowel Function | Prunus domestica L.)”}”>Dried plums of ‘prune’ cultivars (Prunus domestica L.) | Dried plums/prunes contribute to normal bowel function | Maintenance of normal bowel function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Bowel Function | Rye fibre | Rye fibre contributes to normal bowel function | changes in bowel function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Bulking | Barley grain fibre | Barley grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk | increase in faecal bulk | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Bulking | Oat grain fibre | Oat grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk | increase in faecal bulk | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Bulking | Wheat bran fibre | Wheat bran fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk | Increase in faecal bulk | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Enzymes | Calcium | Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes | function of digestive enzymes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Gas | Activated charcoal | Activated charcoal contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating | reduction of excessive intestinal gas accumulation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Hydrochloric Acid | Chloride | Chloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach | contribution to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Lactose Intolerance | Lactase enzyme | Lactase enzyme improves lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose | breaking down lactose | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Lactose Intolerance | Live yoghurt cultures | Live cultures in yoghurt or fermented milk improve lactose digestion of the product in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose | improved lactose digestion | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Transit Time | Lactulose | Lactulose contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit | reduction in intestinal transit time | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Digestion – Transit Time | Wheat bran fibre | Wheat bran fibre contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit | reduction in intestinal transit time | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Disease Reduction – Bones | Calcium and vitamin D |
Calcium and vitamin D help to reduce the loss of bone mineral in post-menopausal women. Low bone mineral density is a risk factor for osteoporotic bone fractures
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Bones | Calcium |
Calcium helps to reduce the loss of bone mineral in post-menopausal women. Low bone mineral density is a risk factor for osteoporotic bone fractures
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Bones | Vitamin D |
Vitamin D helps to reduce the risk of falling associated with postural instability and muscle weakness. Falling is a risk factor for bone fractures among men and women 60 years of age and older.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fatty acids |
Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Barley beta-glucans |
Barley beta-glucans has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Barley beta-glucans |
Barley beta-glucans has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Oat beta-glucan |
Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Plant stanol esters |
Plant stanol esters have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Plant sterols/Plant stanol esters |
Plant sterols and plant stanol esters have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Heart | Plant sterols: Sterols extracted from plants, free or esterified with food grade fatty acids. |
Plant sterols have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Neural Tube Defects (Spina Bifida) | Folic Acid |
Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Teeth | Chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol |
Chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol has been shown to reduce dental plaque. High content/level of dental plaque is a risk factor in the development of caries in children
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Teeth | Sugar-free chewing gum |
Sugar-free chewing gum helps neutralise plaque acids. Plaque acids are a risk factor in the development of dental caries.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Disease Reduction – Teeth | Sugar-free chewing gum |
Sugar-free chewing gum helps reduce tooth demineralisation. Tooth demineralisation is a risk factor in the development of dental caries.
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Art.14(1)(a) | Authorised | |
| Exercise | Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions | Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions contribute to the maintenance of endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise | maintenance of endurance performance | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Exercise | Creatine | Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise | increase in physical performance during short-term, high intensity, repeated exercise bouts | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Eyes / Vision | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision | maintenance of normal vision | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Eyes / Vision | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision | maintenance of normal vision | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Eyes / Vision | Vitamin A | Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision | maintenance of normal vision | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Eyes / Vision | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision | maintenance of vision | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Fatigue / Jet Lag | Melatonin | Melatonin contributes to the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag | Alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Fertility & Reproduction | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction | fertility and reproduction | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Fertility & Reproduction | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids | maintenance of normal serum testosterone concentrations | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Fertility & Reproduction | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood | fertility and reproduction | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Fertility & Reproduction / Spermatogenesis | Selenium | Selenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis | spermatogenesis | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Hair | Biotin | Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair | maintenance of normal hair | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Hair | Selenium | Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair | maintenance of normal hair | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Hair | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair | maintenance of normal hair | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Heart | Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA/DHA) | EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart | maintenance of normal cardiac function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Heart | Thiamine | Thiamine contributes to the normal function of the heart | cardiac function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Hormonal Activity | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity | regulation of hormonal activity | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Hormone Syntesis | Pantothenic acid | Pantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters | synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Copper | Copper contributes to the normal function of the immune system | Maintenance of the normal function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Folate | Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system | function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Iron | Iron contributes to the normal function of the immune system | function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Selenium | Selenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system | maintenance of the normal function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin A | Vitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system | maintenance of the normal function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system | function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system | function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise | function of the immune system during and after extreme physical exercise | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system | maintenance of the normal function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system | Normal function of immune system and inflammation response | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Immune System | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system | function of the immune system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Liver Function | Choline | Choline contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function | Maintenance of normal liver function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Amino Acids | Molybdenum | Molybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism | contribution to normal amino acid metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Blood Acid Base | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism | acid-base metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Carbohydrates | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism | contribution to normal carbohydrate metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Biotin | Biotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Calcium | Calcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Copper | Copper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Iodine | Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Iron | Iron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Manganese | Manganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Niacin | Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Pantothenic acid | Pantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Phosphorus | Phosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Thiamine | Thiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Energy | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism | contribution to normal energy-yielding metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Iron | Copper | Copper contributes to normal iron transport in the body | iron transport | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Iron | Meat or fish | Meat or fish contributes to the improvement of iron absorption when eaten with other foods containing iron | improvement of non-haem iron absorption | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Iron | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron | contribution to normal metabolism of iron | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Iron | Vitamin A | Vitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism | metabolism of iron | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Iron | Vitamin C | Vitamin C increases iron absorption | non-haem iron absorption | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Lipids | Choline | Choline contributes to normal lipid metabolism | Contribution to normal lipid metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Macronutrients | Biotin | Biotin contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism | contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Macronutrients | Chromium | Chromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism | contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Macronutrients | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism | contribution to normal macronutrient metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Protein & Glycogen | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism | protein and glycogen metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Metabolism – Vitamin A | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A | vitamin A metabolism | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle | Calcium | Calcium contributes to normal muscle function | muscle function and neurotransmission | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle Function | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function | neurotransmission and muscle contraction including heart muscle | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle Function | Potassium | Potassium contributes to normal muscle function | Muscular and neurological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle Function | Vitamin D | Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function | Normal muscle function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle Mass | Protein | Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass | growth or maintenance of muscle mass | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Muscle Mass | Protein | Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass | growth or maintenance of muscle mass | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nails | Selenium | Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails | maintenance of normal nails | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nails | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails | maintenance of normal nails | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Biotin | Biotin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Copper | Copper contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | Maintenance of the normal function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Iodine | Iodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | contribution to normal cognitive and neurological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | neurotransmission and muscle contraction including heart muscle | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Niacin | Niacin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Potassium | Potassium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | Muscular and neurological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | maintenance of the normal functon of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Thiamine | Thiamine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | contribution to neurological and psychological function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system | function of the nervous system | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Nervous System – Neurotransmission | Calcium | Calcium contributes to normal neurotransmission | muscle function and neurotransmission | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oral Dryness | Sugar-free chewing gum | Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the reduction of oral dryness | reduction of oral dryness | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Copper | Copper contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Manganese | Manganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | metabolism of fatty acids | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Olive oil polyphenols | Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress | protection of LDL particles from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Selenium | Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Vitamin E | Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxidative Stress Protection | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress | protection of DNA, proteins and lipids from oxidative damage | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Oxygen Transport | Iron | Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body | oxygen transport | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Pregnancy | Folate | Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy | maternal tissue growth during pregnancy | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Protein Synthesis | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to normal protein synthesis | protein synthesis | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Protein Synthesis | Zinc | Zinc contributes to normal protein synthesis | contribution to normal protein synthesis | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin | Iodine | Iodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of skin | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin | Zinc | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of normal skin | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Hair | Copper | Copper contributes to normal hair pigmentation | maintenance of skin and hair pigmentation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Hair | Copper | Copper contributes to normal skin pigmentation | maintenance of skin and hair pigmentation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Biotin | Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Biotin | Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Niacin | Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Niacin | Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Vitamin A | Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Skin / Mucous Membranes | Vitamin A | Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin | maintenance of normal skin and mucous membranes | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Sleep | Melatonin | Melatonin contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep | reduction of sleep onset latency | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Synthesis – Amino Acids | Folate | Folate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis | contribution to normal amino acid synthesis | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Synthesis – Cysteine | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis | contribution to normal cysteine synthesis | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Maintenance | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth | maintenance of teeth | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Mineralisation | Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose |
Consumption of foods/drinks containing instead of sugar* contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation
* In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read “other sugars” |
maintenance of tooth mineralisation by decreasing tooth demineralisation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Mineralisation | Fluoride | Fluoride contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation | maintenance of tooth mineralisation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Mineralisation | Sugar-free chewing gum | Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralization | maintenance of tooth mineralisation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Plaque Acid | Sugar-free chewing gum | Sugar-free chewing gum contributes to the neutralisation of plaque acids | plaque acid neutralisation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Teeth – Plaque Acid | Sugar-free chewing gum with carbamide | Sugar-free chewing gum with carbamide neutralises plaque acids more effectively than sugar-free chewing gums without carbamide | plaque acid neutralisation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Thermoregulation | Water | Water contributes to the maintenance of normal regulation of the body’s temperature | maintenance of normal thermoregulation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Thyroid | Iodine | Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function | contribution to normal thyroid function and production of thyroid hormones | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Thyroid | Selenium | Selenium contributes to the normal thyroid function | thyroid function | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Folate | Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Iron | Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Magnesium | Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Niacin | Niacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Pantothenic acid | Pantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Vitamin B12 | Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Vitamin B6 | Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Tiredness & Fatigue Reduction | Vitamin C | Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue | reduction of tiredness and fatigue | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Vasodilation | Walnuts | Walnuts contribute to the improvement of the elasticity of blood vessels | Improvement of endothelium-dependent vasodilation | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Weight Loss | Glucomannan (konjac mannan) | Glucomannan in the context of an energy restricted diet contributes to weight loss | reduction of body weight | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Weight Loss | Meal replacement for weight control | Substituting one daily meal of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss | Maintenance of body weight after weight loss | Art.13(1) | Authorised |
| Weight Loss | Meal replacement for weight control | Substituting two daily meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss | Reduction in body weight | Art.13(1) | Authorised |