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Table 2
Health claims authorised for fatty acids and pregnancy, lactation or for children, with conditions of use.
| Nutrient | Claim (authorised wording) | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) maternal intake contributes to the normal brain development of the foetus and breastfed infants | Information shall be given to pregnant and lactating women that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 200 mg of DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake for omega-3 fatty acids for adults, i.e.: 250 mg DHA and EPA. The claim can be used only for food which provides a daily intake of at least 200 mg DHA |
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) maternal intake contributes to the normal development of the eye of the foetus and breastfed infants | Information shall be given to pregnant and lactating women….a daily intake of 200 mg of DHA in addition to the recommended daily intake for omega-3 fatty acids for adults, i.e.: 250 mg DHA and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). The claim can be used only for food which provides a daily intake of at least 200 mg DHA |
| α-linolenic acid (ALA) & linoleic acid (LA), essential fatty acids | Essential fatty acids are needed for normal growth and development of children | Information to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 2 g of α-linolenic acid (ALA) and a daily intake of 10 g of linoleic acid (LA) |
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) intake contributes to the normal visual development of infants up to 12 months of age | Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 100 mg of DHA. When the claim is used on follow-on formula, the food shall contain at least 0.3% of the total fatty acids as DHA |
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