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  "url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2012-432/annex",
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  "legislation": "eur/2012/432",
  "legislation_title": "Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 of 16 May 2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health (Text with EEA relevance)",
  "legislation_url": "https://openlegislation.uk/eu-regulation-2012-432",
  "path": "annex",
  "kind": "annex",
  "number": null,
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  "text": "LIST OF PERMITTED HEALTH CLAIMS\nIn the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’\nIn the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’\nAuthorised on 24.9.2013 restricted to the use of GlaxoSmithKline Services Unlimited and its affiliates, GSK House, 980 Great West Road, Brentford, TW89GS, United Kingdom, for a period of five years.\nAuthorised on 24.9.2013 restricted to the use of Mondelēz International group, Three Parkway North Deerfield, IL 60015, United States of America, for a period of five years.\nAuthorised on 24 September 2013 restricted to the use of Barry Callebaut Belgium NV, Aalstersestraat 122, B-9280 Lebbeke-Wieze, Belgium, for a period of five years.\nAuthorised on 21 April 2015 restricted to the use of Barry Callebaut Belgium NV, Aalstersestraat 122, B-9280 Lebbeke-Wieze, Belgium, for a period of five years.\nAuthorised on 1 January 2016 restricted to the use of BENEO-Orafti S.A., Rue L. Maréchal 1, B-4360 Oreye, Belgium, for a period of five years.\nFrom 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the energy content of the food shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 400 kcal (1 680 kJ).\nFrom 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of vitamins and minerals specified in the below Table per meal:\nVitamin A\n(μg RE)\n700\nVitamin D\n(μg)\n5\nVitamin E\n(mg)\n10\nVitamin C\n(mg)\n45\nThiamine\n(mg)\n1,1\nRiboflavin\n(mg)\n1,6\nNiacin\n(mg-NE)\n18\nVitamin B 6\n(mg)\n1,5\nFolate\n(μg)\n200\nVitamin B 12\n(μg)\n1,4\nBiotin\n(μg)\n15\nPantothenic acid\n(mg)\n3\nCalcium\n(mg)\n700\nPhosphorus\n(mg)\n550\nIron\n(mg)\n16\nZinc\n(mg)\n9,5\nCopper\n(mg)\n1,1\nIodine\n(μg)\n130\nSelenium\n(μg)\n55\nSodium\n(mg)\n575\nMagnesium\n(mg)\n150\nManganese\n(mg)\n1\nFrom 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg.\nRepetition maximum load is the maximum weight or force an individual can exert in a single lift.\nNutrient, substance, food or food category\nClaim\nConditions of use of the claim\nConditions and/or restrictions of use of the food and/or additional statement or warning\nEFSA Journal number\nRelevant entry number in the Consolidated List submitted to EFSA for its assessment\nActivated charcoal\nActivated charcoal contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 1 g of activated charcoal per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with 1 g which should be taken at least 30 minutes before and 1 g shortly after the meal.\n2011;9(4):2049\n1938\nAlpha-cyclodextrin\nConsumption of alpha-cyclodextrin as part of a starch-containing meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal\nThe claim may be used for food which contains at least 5 g of alpha-cyclodextrin per 50 g of starch in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the alpha-cyclodextrin as part of the meal.\n2012; 10(6):2713\n2926\nAlpha-linolenic acid\n(ALA)\nALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of ALA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of ALA.\n2009; 7(9):1252\n2011;9(6):2203\n493, 568\nArabinoxylan produced from wheat endosperm\nConsumption of arabinoxylan as part of a meal contributes to a reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 8 g of arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm (at least 60 % AX by weight) per 100 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the arabinoxylan (AX)-rich fibre produced from wheat endosperm as part of the meal.\n2011;9(6):2205\n830\nBarley grain fibre\nBarley grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(6):2249\n819\nBeta-glucans\nBeta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 1 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these sources per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of beta-glucans from oats, oat bran, barley, barley bran, or from mixtures of these beta-glucans.\n2009; 7(9):1254\n2011;9(6):2207\n754, 755, 757, 801, 1465, 2934\n1236, 1299\nBeta-glucans from oats and barley\nConsumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 4 g of beta-glucans from oats or barley for each 30 g of available carbohydrates in a quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming the beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of the meal.\n2011;9(6):2207\n821, 824\nBetaine\nBetaine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 500 mg of betaine per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 1,5 g of betaine.\nIn order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that a daily intake in excess of 4 g may significantly increase blood cholesterol levels.\n2011;9(4):2052\n4325\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n114, 117\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n116\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n2010;8(10):1728\n113, 114, 117, 4661\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1728\n120\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n2010;8(10):1728\n118, 121, 2876\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n115\nBiotin\nBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of biotin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1209\n2010;8(10):1728\n115, 121\nCalcium\nCalcium contributes to normal blood clotting\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n230, 236\nCalcium\nCalcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n234\nCalcium\nCalcium contributes to normal muscle function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n226, 230, 235\nCalcium\nCalcium contributes to normal neurotransmission\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n227, 230, 235\nCalcium\nCalcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n355\nCalcium\nCalcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1725\n237\nCalcium\nCalcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n2009; 7(9):1272\n2010;8(10):1725\n2011;9(6):2203\n224, 230, 350, 354, 2731, 3155, 4311, 4312, 4703\n4704\nCalcium\nCalcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1210\n2010;8(10):1725\n2011;9(6):2203\n224, 230, 231, 2731, 3099,3155, 4311, 4312, 4703\n4704\nCarbohydrates\nCarbohydrates contribute to the maintenance of normal brain function\nIn order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 130 g of carbohydrates from all sources.\nThe claim may be used for food which contains at least 20 g carbohydrates which are metabolised by humans, excluding polyols, per quantified portion and complies with the nutrition claim LOW SUGARS or WITH NO ADDED SUGARS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nThe claim shall not be used on food which is 100 % sugars.\n2011;9(6):2226\n603,653\nCarbohydrates\nCarbohydrates contribute to the recovery of normal muscle function (contraction) after highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides carbohydrates which are metabolised by humans (excluding polyols).\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with the consumption of carbohydrates, from all sources, at a total intake of 4 g per kg body weight, at doses, within the first 4 hours and no later than 6 hours, following highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle.\nThe claim may be used only for foods intended for adults who have performed highly intensive and/or long-lasting physical exercise leading to muscle fatigue and the depletion of glycogen stores in skeletal muscle.\n2013;11(10):3409\nCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions\nCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions contribute to the maintenance of endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise\nIn order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as glucose, glucose polymers and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.\n2011;9(6):2211\n466, 469\nCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions\nCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions enhance the absorption of water during physical exercise\nIn order to bear the claim carbohydrate-electrolyte solutions should contain 80-350 kcal/L from carbohydrates, and at least 75 % of the energy should be derived from carbohydrates which induce a high glycaemic response, such as glucose, glucose polymers and sucrose. In addition, these beverages should contain between 20 mmol/L (460 mg/L) and 50 mmol/L (1,150 mg/L) of sodium, and have an osmolality between 200-330 mOsm/kg water.\n2011;9(6):2211\n314, 315, 316, 317, 319, 322, 325, 332, 408, 465, 473, 1168, 1574, 1593, 1618, 4302, 4309\nChitosan\nChitosan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of chitosan.\n2011;9(6):2214\n4663\nChloride\nChloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of chloride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nThe claim cannot be used on chloride from the source sodium chloride\n2010;8(10):1764\n326\nCholine\nCholine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.\n2011;9(4):2056\n3090\nCholine\nCholine contributes to normal lipid metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.\n2011;9(4):2056\n3186\nCholine\nCholine contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 82,5 mg of choline per 100 g or 100 ml or per single portion of food.\n2011;9(4):2056\n2011;9(6):2203\n1501\n712, 1633\nChromium\nChromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1732\n260, 401, 4665, 4666, 4667\nChromium\nChromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of trivalent chromium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1732\n2011;9(6):2203\n262, 4667\n4698\nCocoa flavanols\nCocoa flavanols help maintain the elasticity of blood vessels, which contributes to normal blood flow\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols.\nThe claim can be used only for cocoa beverages (with cocoa powder) or for dark chocolate which provide at least a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols with a degree of polymerisation 1-10.\nThe claim can be used only for capsules or tablets containing high-flavanol cocoa extract which provide at least a daily intake of 200 mg of cocoa flavanols with a degree of polymerisation 1-10.\n—\n2012;10(7):2809\n2014;12(5):3654\n—\nCopper\nCopper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n265, 271, 1722\nCopper\nCopper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n2011;9(4):2079\n266, 1729\nCopper\nCopper contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n2011;9(4):2079\n267, 1723\nCopper\nCopper contributes to normal hair pigmentation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n268, 1724\nCopper\nCopper contributes to normal iron transport in the body\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n269, 270, 1727\nCopper\nCopper contributes to normal skin pigmentation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n268, 1724\nCopper\nCopper contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n2011;9(4):2079\n264, 1725\nCopper\nCopper contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of copper as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1211\n263, 1726\nCreatine\nCreatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of creatine. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine.\nThe claim may be used only for foods targeting adults performing high intensity exercise\n2011;9(7):2303\n739, 1520, 1521, 1522, 1523, 1525, 1526, 1531, 1532, 1533, 1534, 1922, 1923, 1924\nCreatine\nDaily creatine consumption can enhance the effect of resistance training on muscle strength in adults over the age of 55.\nInformation shall be provided to the consumer that:\nthe claim is targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training,\nthe beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine in conjunction with resistance training, which allows an increase in the workload over time and which should be performed at least three times per week for several weeks, at an intensity of at least 65 %-75 % of one repetition maximum load.\nThe claim may be used only for foods targeting adults over the age of 55, who are engaged in regular resistance training.\n2016;14(2):4400\nDocosahexaenoic acid\n(DHA)\nDHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.\n2010;8(10):1734\n2011;9(4):2078\n565, 626, 631, 689, 704, 742, 3148, 690, 3151, 497, 501, 510, 513, 519, 521, 534, 540, 688, 1323, 1360, 4294\nDocosahexaenoic acid\n(DHA)\nDHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 40 mg of DHA per 100 g and per 100 kcal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA.\n2010;8(10):1734\n2011;9(4):2078\n627, 632, 743, 3149, 2905, 508, 510, 513, 519, 529, 540, 688, 4294\nDocosahexaenoic acid\n(DHA)\nDHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 2 g of DHA and which contains DHA in combination with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined.\nThe claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.\n2010; 8(10):1734\n533, 691, 3150\nDocosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid\n(DHA/EPA)\nDHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood pressure\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 3 g of EPA and DHA. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of EPA and DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined.\nThe claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.\n2009; 7(9):1263\n2010; 8(10):1796\n502, 506, 516, 703, 1317, 1324\nDocosahexaenoic acid and Eicosapentaenoic acid\n(DHA/EPA)\nDHA and EPA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 2 g of EPA and DHA. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of EPA and DHA. When the claim is used on food supplements and/or fortified foods information shall also be given to consumers not to exceed a supplemental daily intake of 5 g of EPA and DHA combined.\nThe claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.\n2009; 7(9):1263\n2010; 8(10):1796\n506, 517, 527, 538, 1317, 1324, 1325\nDried plums of ‘prune’ cultivars ( Prunus domestica L.)\nDried plums/prunes contribute to normal bowel function\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 100 g of dried plums (prunes). In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 100 g of dried plums (prunes).\n2012; 10(6):2712\n1164\nEicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid\n(EPA/DHA)\nEPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of EPA and DHA as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA.\n2010;8(10):1796\n2011;9(4):2078\n504, 506, 516, 527, 538, 703, 1128, 1317, 1324, 1325, 510, 688, 1360\nFluoride\nFluoride contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of fluoride as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1212\n2010;8(10):1797\n275, 276, 338, 4238,\nFolate\nFolate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1213\n2882\nFolate\nFolate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1760\n195, 2881\nFolate\nFolate contributes to normal blood formation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1213\n79\nFolate\nFolate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1213\n80\nFolate\nFolate contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1760\n81, 85, 86, 88\nFolate\nFolate contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1213\n91\nFolate\nFolate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1760\n84\nFolate\nFolate has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of folate as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1213\n2010;8(10):1760\n193, 195, 2881\nFoods with a low or reduced content of saturated fatty acids\nReducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least low in saturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim LOW SATURATED FAT\nor reduced in saturated fatty acids as referred to in the claim\nREDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(4):2062\n620, 671, 4332\nFoods with a low or reduced content of sodium\nReducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least low in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim LOW SODIUM/SALT\nor reduced in sodium/salt as referred to in the claim\nREDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(6):2237\n336, 705, 1148, 1178, 1185, 1420\nFructose\nConsumption of foods containing fructose leads to a lower blood glucose rise compared to foods containing sucrose or glucose\nIn order to bear the claim, glucose and/or sucrose should be replaced by fructose in sugar-sweetened foods or drinks so that the reduction in content of glucose and/or sucrose, in these foods or drinks, is at least 30 %.\n2011; 9(6):2223\n558\nGlucomannan\n(konjac mannan)\nGlucomannan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 4 g of glucomannan.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2009; 7(9):1258\n2010;8(10):1798\n836, 1560, 3100, 3217\nGlucomannan\n(konjac mannan)\nGlucomannan in the context of an energy restricted diet contributes to weight loss\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 1 g of glucomannan per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of glucomannan in three doses of 1 g each, together with 1-2 glasses of water, before meals and in the context of an energy-restricted diet.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(10):1798\n854, 1556, 3725,\nGuar Gum\nGuar gum contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of guar gum.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(2):1464\n808\nHydroxypropyl methylcellulose\n(HPMC)\nConsumption of Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 4 g of HPMC per quantified portion as part of the meal. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 4 g of HPMC as part of the meal.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(10):1739\n814\nHydroxypropyl methylcellulose\n(HPMC)\nHydroxypropyl methylcellulose contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 5 g of HPMC.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(10):1739\n815\nIodine\nIodine contributes to normal cognitive function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1800\n273\nIodine\nIodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1214\n2010;8(10):1800\n274, 402\nIodine\nIodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1800\n273\nIodine\nIodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1214\n370\nIodine\nIodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iodine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1214\n2010;8(10):1800\n274, 1237\nIron\nIron contributes to normal cognitive function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n253\nIron\nIron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n2010;8(10):1740\n251, 1589, 255\nIron\nIron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n2010;8(10):1740\n249, 1589, 374, 2889\nIron\nIron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n2010;8(10):1740\n250, 254, 256, 255\nIron\nIron contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n252, 259\nIron\nIron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1740\n255, 374, 2889\nIron\nIron has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of iron as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1215\n368\nLactase enzyme\nLactase enzyme improves lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose\nThe claim may be used only for food supplements, with a minimum dose of 4 500 FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) units with instructions to the target population to consume with each lactose containing meal.\nInformation shall also be given to the target population that tolerance to lactose is variable and they should seek advice as to the role of this substance in their diet.\n2009; 7(9):1236\n2011;9(6):2203\n1697, 1818\n1974\nLactitol\nLactitol contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency\nThe claim may be used only for food supplements which contain 10 g of lactitol in a single daily quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 10 g of lactitol in one daily dose\nThe claim shall not be used for foods targeting children.\n2015;13(10):4252\nLactulose\nLactulose contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 10 g of lactulose in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a single serving of 10 g of lactulose per day.\n2010;8(10):1806\n807\nLinoleic acid\nLinoleic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for a food which provides at least 1,5 g of linoleic acid (LA) per 100 g and per 100 kcal.\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 g of LA.\n2009; 7(9):1276\n2011;9(6):2235\n489, 2899\nLive yoghurt cultures\nLive cultures in yoghurt or fermented milk improve lactose digestion of the product in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose\nIn order to bear the claim, yoghurt or fermented milk should contain at least 108 Colony Forming Units live starter microorganisms (Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus) per gram.\n2010;8(10):1763\n1143, 2976\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1807\n244\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to electrolyte balance\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n238\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n240, 247, 248\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n242\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to normal muscle function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n2010;8(10):1807\n241, 380, 3083\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to normal protein synthesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n364\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1807\n245, 246\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n239\nMagnesium\nMagnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n239\nMagnesium\nMagnesium has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of magnesium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1216\n365\nManganese\nManganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1217\n2010;8(10):1808\n311, 405\nManganese\nManganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1217\n310\nManganese\nManganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1808\n404\nManganese\nManganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of manganese as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1217\n309\nMeal replacement for weight control\nSubstituting one of the main daily meals of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss\nIn order to bear the claim, a food should comply with the following requirements:\n1.\nEnergy content\nThe energy content shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 250 kcal (1 046 KJ) per meal.\n2.\nFat content and composition\nThe energy derived from fat shall not exceed 30 % of total available energy content of the product.\nThe linoleic acid (in the form of glycerides) shall not be less than 1 g.\n3.\nProtein content and composition\nThe protein contained in the food shall provide not less than 25 % and not more than 50 % of the total energy content of the product.\nThe chemical index of protein shall be equal to that set by the World Health Organization in ‘Energy and protein requirements’. Report of a Joint WHO/FAO/UNU Meeting. Geneva: World Health Organisation, 1985 (WHO Technical Report Series, 724):\nAmino acid requirement pattern (g/100 g protein)\nCystine + methionine\n1,7\nHistidine\n1,6\nIsoleucine\n1,3\nLeucine\n1,9\nLysine\n1,6\nPhenylalanine + tyrosine\n1,9\nThreonine\n0,9\nTryptophan\n0,5\nVazline\n1,3\nThe ‘chemical index’ shall mean the lowest of the ratios between the quantity of each essential amino acid of the test protein in and the quantity of each corresponding amino acid of the reference protein.\nIf the chemical index is lower than 100 % of the reference protein, the minimum protein levels shall be correspondingly increased. In any case the chemical index of the protein shall at least be equal to 80 % of that of the reference protein.\nIn all cases, the addition of amino acids is permitted solely for the purpose of improving the nutritional value of the proteins and only in the proportions necessary for that purpose.\n4.\nVitamins and minerals\nThe food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of the nutrient reference values of vitamins and minerals per meal as laid down in Annex XIII to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. This requirement does not apply to fluoride, chromium, chloride and molybdenum. The amount of sodium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 172,5 mg. The amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg.\nIn order to bear the claim, information shall be provided to the consumer on the importance of maintaining an adequate daily fluid intake and on the fact that the products are useful for the intended use only as part of an energy-restricted diet and that other foodstuffs should be a necessary part of such diet.\nIn order to achieve the claimed effect, one main meal should be substituted with one meal replacement daily.\n2010; 8(2):1466\n2015; 13(11):4287\n1418\nMeal replacement for weight control\nSubstituting two of the main daily meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss\nIn order to bear the claim, a food should comply with the following requirements:\n1.\nEnergy content\nThe energy content shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 250 kcal (1 046 KJ) per meal.\n2.\nFat content and composition\nThe energy derived from fat shall not exceed 30 % of total available energy content of the product.\nThe linoleic acid (in the form of glycerides) shall not be less than 1 g.\n3.\nProtein content and composition\nThe protein contained in the food shall provide not less than 25 % and not more than 50 % of the total energy content of the product.\nThe chemical index of protein shall be equal to that set by the World Health Organization in ‘Energy and protein requirements’. Report of a Joint WHO/FAO/UNU Meeting. Geneva: World Health Organisation, 1985 (WHO Technical Report Series, 724):\nAmino acid requirement pattern (g/100 g protein)\nCystine + methionine\n1,7\nHistidine\n1,6\nIsoleucine\n1,3\nLeucine\n1,9\nLysine\n1,6\nPhenylalanine + tyrosine\n1,9\nThreonine\n0,9\nTryptophan\n0,5\nValine\n1,3\nThe ‘chemical index’ shall mean the lowest of the ratios between the quantity of each essential amino acid of the test protein in and the quantity of each corresponding amino acid of the reference protein.\nIf the chemical index is lower than 100 % of the reference protein, the minimum protein levels shall be correspondingly increased. In any case the chemical index of the protein shall at least be equal to 80 % of that of the reference protein.\nIn all cases, the addition of amino acids is permitted solely for the purpose of improving the nutritional value of the proteins, and only in the proportions necessary for that purpose.\n4.\nVitamins and minerals\nThe food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of the nutrient reference values of vitamins and minerals per meal as laid down Annex XIII to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011. This requirement does not apply to fluoride, chromium, chloride and molybdenum. The amount of sodium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 172,5 mg. The amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg.\nIn order to bear the claim, information shall be provided to the consumer on the importance of maintaining an adequate daily fluid intake and on the fact that the products are useful for the intended use only as part of an energy-restricted diet and that other foodstuffs should be a necessary part of such diet.\nIn order to achieve the claimed effect, two of the main daily meals should be substituted with meal replacements daily.\n2010; 8(2):1466\n2015; 13(11):4287\n1417\nMeat or fish\nMeat or fish contributes to the improvement of iron absorption when eaten with other foods containing iron\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 50 g of meat or fish in a single quantified portion. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 50 g of meat or fish together with food(s) containing non-haem iron.\n2011;9(4):2040\n1223\nMelatonin\nMelatonin contributes to the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains at least 0,5 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a minimum intake of 0,5 mg to be taken close to bedtime on the first day of travel and on the following few days after arrival at the destination.\n2010; 8(2):1467\n1953\nMelatonin\nMelatonin contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 1 mg of melatonin per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 1 mg of melatonin close to bedtime.\n2011;9(6):2241\n1698, 1780, 4080\nMolybdenum\nMolybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of molybdenum as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1745\n313\nMonascus purpureus\n(red yeast rice)\nMonacolin K from red yeast rice contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 10 mg of monacolin K from red yeast rice. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 10 mg of monacolin K from fermented red yeast rice preparations.\n2011;9(7):2304\n1648, 1700\nMonounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fatty acids\nReplacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels [MUFA and PUFA are unsaturated fats]\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(4):2069\n2011;9(6):2203\n621, 1190, 1203, 2906, 2910, 3065\n674, 4335\nNative chicory inulin\nChicory inulin contributes to normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency\nInformation shall be provided to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 12 g chicory inulin.\nThe claim can be used only for food which provides at least a daily intake of 12 g of native chicory inulin, a non-fractionated mixture of monosaccharides (< 10 %), disaccharides, inulin-type fructans and inulin extracted from chicory, with a mean degree of polymerisarion ≥ 9.\n2015;13(1):3951\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1224\n2010;8(10):1757\n43, 49, 54, 51\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1224\n44, 53\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1757\n55\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1224\n45, 52, 4700\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1224\n2010;8(10):1757\n45, 48, 50, 52, 4700\nNiacin\nNiacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of niacin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1757\n47\nNon-digestible carbohydrates\nConsumption of foods/drinks containing <name of all used non-digestible carbohydrates> instead of sugars induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks.\nIn order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks by non-digestible carbohydrates, which are carbohydrates neither digested nor absorbed in the small intestine, so that foods or drinks contain reduced amounts of sugars by at least the amount referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2014;12(1):3513\n2014;12(10):3838\n2014;12(10):3839\nNon-fermentable carbohydrates\nConsumption of foods/drinks containing <name of all used non-fermentable carbohydrates> instead of fermentable carbohydrates contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation.\nIn order to bear the claim, fermentable carbohydrates ( 1 **) should be replaced in foods or drinks by non-fermentable carbohydrates ( 2 ***) in such amounts that consumption of such foods or drinks does not lower plaque pH below 5,7 during and up to 30 minutes after consumption.\n( 1 **)\nFermentable carbohydrates are defined as carbohydrates or carbohydrate mixtures as consumed in foods or beverages that lower plaque pH below 5,7, as determined in vivo or in situ by plaque pH telemetry tests, by bacterial fermentation during and up to 30 minutes after consumption.\n( 2 ***)\nNon-fermentable carbohydrates are defined as carbohydrates or carbohydrate mixtures as consumed in foods or beverages that do not lower plaque pH, as determined in vivo or in situ by plaque pH telemetry tests, below a conservative value of 5,7 by bacterial fermentation during and up to 30 minutes after consumption.\n2013;11(7):3329\nOat grain fibre\nOat grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(6):2249\n822\nOleic acid\nReplacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Oleic acid is an unsaturated fat.\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in unsaturated fatty acids, as referred to in the claim HIGH UNSATURATED FAT as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(4):2043\n673, 728, 729, 1302, 4334\nOlive oil polyphenols\nOlive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for olive oil which contains at least 5 mg of hydroxytyrosol and its derivatives (e.g. oleuropein complex and tyrosol) per 20 g of olive oil. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.\n2011;9(4):2033\n1333, 1638, 1639, 1696, 2865\nPantothenic Acid\nPantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1218\n56, 59, 60, 64, 171, 172, 208\nPantothenic Acid\nPantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1218\n181\nPantothenic Acid\nPantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1758\n63\nPantothenic Acid\nPantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of pantothenic acid as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1218\n2010;8(10):1758\n57, 58\nPectins\nPectins contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 6 g of pectins. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 6 g of pectins.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(10):1747\n818, 4236\nPectins\nConsumption of pectins with a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal\nThe claim may be used only for food which contains 10 g of pectins per quantified portion. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained by consuming 10 g of pectins as part of the meal.\nWarning of choking to be given for people with swallowing difficulties or when ingesting with inadequate fluid intake\nadvice on taking with plenty of water to ensure substance reaches stomach.\n2010;8(10):1747\n786\nPhosphorus\nPhosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1219\n329, 373\nPhosphorus\nPhosphorus contributes to normal function of cell membranes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1219\n328\nPhosphorus\nPhosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1219\n324, 327\nPhosphorus\nPhosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of phosphorus as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1219\n324, 327\nPlant sterols and plant stanols\nPlant sterols/stanols contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels\nIn order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 0,8 g of plant sterols/stanols.\n2010;8(10):1813\n2011;9(6):2203\n549, 550, 567, 713, 1234, 1235, 1466, 1634, 1984, 2909, 3140\n568\nPotassium\nPotassium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010; 8(2):1469\n386\nPotassium\nPotassium contributes to normal muscle function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010; 8(2):1469\n320\nPotassium\nPotassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of potassium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010; 8(2):1469\n321\nProtein\nProtein contributes to a growth in muscle mass\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1811\n2011;9(6):2203\n415, 417, 593, 594, 595, 715\n1398\nProtein\nProtein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1811\n2011;9(6):2203\n415, 417, 593, 594, 595, 715\n1398\nProtein\nProtein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of protein as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF PROTEIN as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1811\n2011;9(6):2203\n416\n4704\nReformulated, non-alcoholic, acidic drink with:\nless than 1 g fermentable carbohydrate per 100 ml (sugars and other carbohydrates except polyols),\ncalcium in a range from 0,3 to 0,8 mol per mol acidulant,\ndisplay of pH between 3,7-4,0.\nReplacing sugar-containing, acidic drinks, such as soft drinks (typically 8-12 g sugars/100 ml), with reformulated drinks contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation\nIn order to bear the claim, reformulated acidic drinks shall comply with the description of the food subject to the claim\n—\n2010;8(12):1884\n—\nResistant starch\nReplacing digestible starches with resistant starch in a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal.\nThe claim may be used only for food in which digestible starch has been replaced by resistant starch so that the final content of resistant starch is at least 14 % of total starch.\n2011;9(4):2024\n681\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n29, 35, 36, 42\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n213\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n31\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n40\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n31, 33\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n39\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n30, 37\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n207\nRiboflavin\n(Vitamin B2)\nRiboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of riboflavin as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1814\n41\nRye fibre\nRye fibre contributes to normal bowel function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(6):2258\n825\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1220\n396\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1727\n281\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1727\n281\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1220\n2010;8(10):1727\n278, 1750\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to the normal thyroid function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1727\n2009; 7(9):1220\n279, 282, 286, 410, 1289, 1290, 1291, 1292, 1293\nSelenium\nSelenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of selenium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1220\n2010;8(10):1727\n277, 283, 286, 1289, 1290, 1291, 1293, 1751, 410, 1292\nSlowly digestible starch\nConsumption of products high in slowly digestible starch (SDS) raises blood glucose concentration less after a meal compared to products low in SDS\nThe claim may be used only on food where the digestible carbohydrates provide at least 60 % of the total energy and where at least 55 % of those carbohydrates is digestible starch, of which at least 40 % is SDS\n—\n2011;9(7):2292\n—\nSugar beet fibre\nSugar beet fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(12):2468\nSugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners;\nxylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose\nConsumption of foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks\nIn order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks by sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose or polydextrose, or a combination of them, so that foods or drinks contain reduced amounts of sugars by at least the amount referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nIn the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose, they should replace equivalent amounts of other sugars in the same proportion as that referred to in the claim REDUCED [NAME OF NUTRIENT] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2011;9(4):2076\n2011;9(6):2229\n617, 619, 669, 1590, 1762, 2903, 2908, 2920\n4298\nSugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners;\nxylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltulose\nConsumption of foods/drinks containing <name of sugar replacer> instead of sugar contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation\nIn order to bear the claim, sugars should be replaced in foods or drinks (which reduce plaque pH below 5.7) by sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners, xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, D-tagatose, isomaltulose, sucralose or polydextrose, or a combination of them, in amounts such that consumption of such foods or drinks does not lower plaque pH below 5.7 during and up to 30 minutes after consumption\n2011;9(4):2076\n2011;9(6):2229\n463, 464, 563, 618, 647, 1182, 1591, 2907, 2921, 4300\n1134, 1167, 1283\nSugar-free chewing gum\nSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralization\nThe claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.\n2009; 7(9):1271\n2011;9(4):2072\n2011;9(6):2266\n1151, 1154\n486, 562, 1181\nSugar-free chewing gum\nSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the neutralisation of plaque acids\nThe claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with chewing, for at least 20 minutes, after eating or drinking.\n2009; 7(9):1271\n2011;6(6):2266\n1150\n485\nSugar-free chewing gum\nSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the reduction of oral dryness\nThe claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nInformation shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with use of the chewing gum whenever the mouth feels dry.\n2009; 7(9):1271\n1240\nSugar-free chewing gum with carbamide\nSugar-free chewing gum with carbamide neutralises plaque acids more effectively than sugar-free chewing gums without carbamide\nThe claim may be used only for chewing gum which complies with the conditions of use for the nutrition claim SUGARS FREE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\nIn order to bear the claim each piece of sugar-free chewing gum should contain at least 20 mg carbamide. Information shall be given to the consumer that gum should be chewed for at least 20 minutes after eating or drinking.\n2011;9(4):2071\n1153\nThiamine\nThiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1222\n21, 24, 28\nThiamine\nThiamine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1222\n22, 27\nThiamine\nThiamine contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1755\n205\nThiamine\nThiamine contributes to the normal function of the heart\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of thiamine as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1222\n20\nVitamin A\nVitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1221\n206\nVitamin A\nVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1221\n2010;8(10):1754\n15, 4702\nVitamin A\nVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1221\n2010;8(10):1754\n15, 17, 4660, 4702\nVitamin A\nVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1221\n2010;8(10):1754\n16, 4239, 4701\nVitamin A\nVitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1222\n2011;9(4):2021\n14, 200, 1462\nVitamin A\nVitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin A as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1221\n14\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1223\n99, 190\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):4114\n95, 97, 98, 100, 102, 109\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):4114\n96, 103, 106\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):4114\n95, 97, 98, 100, 102, 109\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1223\n92, 101\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1223\n107\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):4114\n108\nVitamin B12\nVitamin B12 has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B12 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1223\n2010;8(10):1756\n93, 212\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1759\n4283\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1759\n75, 214\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1225\n66\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1759\n73, 76, 199\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1225\n65, 70, 71\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1759\n77\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to normal red blood cell formation\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1225\n67, 72, 186\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1225\n68\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1759\n78\nVitamin B6\nVitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin B6 as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1225\n69\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 200 mg vitamin C. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg in addition to the recommended daily intake of vitamin C.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n144\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n130, 131, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n131, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n131, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n131, 136, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n131, 137, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n131, 149\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n2010;8(10):1815\n135, 2334, 3196\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n133\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to normal psychological function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1815\n140\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n2010;8(10):1815\n134, 4321\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n2010;8(10):1815\n129, 138, 143, 148, 3331\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1815\n139, 2622\nVitamin C\nVitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1815\n202\nVitamin C\nVitamin C increases iron absorption\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin C as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1226\n132, 147\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1227\n152, 157, 215\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1227\n2011;9(6):2203\n152, 157\n215\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1227\n150, 151, 158, 350\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010; 8(2):1468\n155\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1227\n151, 158\nVitamin D\nVitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010; 8(2):1468\n154, 159\nVitamin D\nVitamin D has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1227\n153\nVitamin E\nVitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin E as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1816\n160, 162, 1947\nVitamin K\nVitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7 (9):1228\n124, 126\nVitamin K\nVitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of vitamin K as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7 (9):1228\n123, 127, 128, 2879\nWalnuts\nWalnuts contribute to the improvement of the elasticity of blood vessels\nThe claim may be used only for food which provides a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts. In order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 30 g of walnuts.\n2011;9(4):2074\n1155, 1157\nWater\nWater contributes to the maintenance of normal physical and cognitive functions\nIn order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day.\nThe claim may be used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC\n2011;9(4):2075\n1102, 1209, 1294, 1331\nWater\nWater contributes to the maintenance of normal regulation of the body’s temperature\nIn order to bear the claim, information shall be given to the consumer that in order to obtain the claimed effect, at least 2,0 L of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day.\nThe claim may be used only on water complying with Directives 2009/54/EC and/or 98/83/EC\n2011;9(4):2075\n1208\nWater-Soluble Tomato Concentrate (WSTC) I and II\nWater-Soluble Tomato Concentrate (WSTC) I and II helps maintain normal platelet aggregation, which contributes to healthy blood flow\nInformation to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily consumption of 3 g WSTC I or 150 mg WSTC II in up to 250 ml of either fruit juices, flavoured drinks or yogurt drinks (unless heavily pasteurised) or with a daily consumption of 3 g WSTC I or 150 mg WSTC II in food supplements when taken with a glass of water or other liquid\n2010; 8(7): 1689\nWheat bran fibre\nWheat bran fibre contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. In order to bear the claim information shall be given to the consumer that the claimed effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 10 g of wheat bran fibre.\n2010;8(10):1817\n828, 839, 3067, 4699\nWheat bran fibre\nWheat bran fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk\nThe claim may be used only for food which is high in that fibre as referred to in the claim HIGH FIBRE as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1817\n3066\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n360\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n382\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal cognitive function\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n296\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n292, 293, 1759\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n297, 300\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n2890\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n302\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n361\nZinc\nZinc contributes to normal protein synthesis\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n293, 4293\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n295, 1756\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n412\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n412\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n293\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2010;8(10):1819\n301\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n361\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n291, 1757\nZinc\nZinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n294, 1758\nZinc\nZinc has a role in the process of cell division\nThe claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of zinc as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.\n2009; 7(9):1229\n292, 293, 1759",
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      "text": "Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/539 of 31 March 2015 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/2314 of 7 December 2015 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/1413 of 24 August 2016 amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "text": "Inserted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/672 of 7 April 2017 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) No 536/2013 of 11 June 2013 amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) No 1018/2013 of 23 October 2013 amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children’s development and health (Text with EEA relevance)."
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      "label": "F8",
      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/7 of 6 January 2015 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F9",
      "text": "Inserted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/676 of 10 April 2017 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F10",
      "text": "Substituted by Commission Regulation (EU) 2016/1413 of 24 August 2016 amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 establishing a list of permitted health claims made on foods other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F11",
      "text": "Inserted by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2016/854 of 30 May 2016 authorising certain health claims made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F12",
      "text": "Inserted by Commission Regulation (EU) No 40/2014 of 17 January 2014 authorising a health claim made on foods, other than those referring to the reduction of disease risk and to children's development and health and amending Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 (Text with EEA relevance)."
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F13",
      "text": "Words in Annex inserted (31.12.2020) by The Nutrition (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/651), regs. 1(2), 46(4)(a) (as inserted by S.I. 2020/1476, regs. 1(2), 6(6)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)"
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F14",
      "text": "Words in Annex inserted (31.12.2020) by The Nutrition (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/651), regs. 1(2), 46(4)(b) (as inserted by S.I. 2020/1476, regs. 1(2), 6(6)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)"
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F15",
      "text": "Words in Annex inserted (31.12.2020) by The Nutrition (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/651), regs. 1(2), 46(4)(c) (as inserted by S.I. 2020/1476, regs. 1(2), 6(6)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)"
    },
    {
      "type": "F",
      "label": "F16",
      "text": "Words in Annex inserted (31.12.2020) by The Nutrition (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (S.I. 2019/651), regs. 1(2), 46(4)(d) (as inserted by S.I. 2020/1476, regs. 1(2), 6(6)); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)"
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f1",
      "text": "Authorised on 24 September 2013 restricted to the use of Barry Callebaut Belgium NV, Aalstersestraat 122, B-9280 Lebbeke-Wieze, Belgium, for a period of five years."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f2",
      "text": "Authorised on 21 April 2015 restricted to the use of Barry Callebaut Belgium NV, Aalstersestraat 122, B-9280 Lebbeke-Wieze, Belgium, for a period of five years."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f3",
      "text": "Repetition maximum load is the maximum weight or force an individual can exert in a single lift."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f4",
      "text": "From 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the energy content of the food shall not be less than 200 kcal (840 kJ) and shall not exceed 400 kcal (1 680 kJ)."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f5",
      "text": "From 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the food shall provide at least 30 % of the amounts of vitamins and minerals specified in the below Table per meal: Vitamin A (μg RE) 700 Vitamin D (μg) 5 Vitamin E (mg) 10 Vitamin C (mg) 45 Thiamine (mg) 1,1 Riboflavin (mg) 1,6 Niacin (mg-NE) 18 Vitamin B 6 (mg) 1,5 Folate (μg) 200 Vitamin B 12 (μg) 1,4 Biotin (μg) 15 Pantothenic acid (mg) 3 Calcium (mg) 700 Phosphorus (mg) 550 Iron (mg) 16 Zinc (mg) 9,5 Copper (mg) 1,1 Iodine (μg) 130 Selenium (μg) 55 Sodium (mg) 575 Magnesium (mg) 150 Manganese (mg) 1 From 21 July 2016 until 14 September 2019 the amount of potassium per meal provided by the food shall be at least 500 mg."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f6",
      "text": "Authorised on 1 January 2016 restricted to the use of BENEO-Orafti S.A., Rue L. Maréchal 1, B-4360 Oreye, Belgium, for a period of five years."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f7",
      "text": "Authorised on 24.9.2013 restricted to the use of GlaxoSmithKline Services Unlimited and its affiliates, GSK House, 980 Great West Road, Brentford, TW89GS, United Kingdom, for a period of five years."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f8",
      "text": "Authorised on 24.9.2013 restricted to the use of Mondelēz International group, Three Parkway North Deerfield, IL 60015, United States of America, for a period of five years."
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f9",
      "text": "In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’"
    },
    {
      "type": "footnote",
      "label": "f10",
      "text": "In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read ‘other sugars’"
    }
  ],
  "outstanding_effects": [],
  "provenance": {
    "source": "legislation.gov.uk",
    "source_url": "https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eur/2012/432/annex",
    "retrieved_at": "2026-11-01T14:49:26.059772+00:00"
  },
  "licence": "Open Government Licence v3.0",
  "licence_url": "https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/",
  "attribution": "Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: legislation.gov.uk, The National Archives."
}