EU Permitted Health Claims

A simplified listing of ingredients by category follows below. These are listed by:

General Function Claims

Disease risk reduction

Children's development

New function claims

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General function claims

Nutrient / substancePermitted claim wording
Activated charcoalActivated charcoal contributes to reducing excessive flatulence after eating
Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Arabinoxylan produced from wheat endospermConsumption of arabinoxylan as part of a meal contributes to a reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal
Barley grain fibreBarley grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk
Beta-glucansBeta-glucans contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Beta-glucans from oats and barleyConsumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal
BetaineBetaine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
BiotinBiotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
BiotinBiotin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
BiotinBiotin contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism
BiotinBiotin contributes to normal psychological function
BiotinBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
BiotinBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
BiotinBiotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
CalciumCalcium contributes to normal blood clotting
CalciumCalcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
CalciumCalcium contributes to normal muscle function
CalciumCalcium contributes to normal neurotransmission
CalciumCalcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes
CalciumCalcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation
CalciumCalcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones
CalciumCalcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth
Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutionsCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions contribute to the maintenance of endurance performance during prolonged endurance exercise
Carbohydrate-electrolyte solutionsCarbohydrate-electrolyte solutions enhance the absorption of water during physical exercise
ChitosanChitosan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
ChlorideChloride contributes to normal digestion by production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach
CholineCholine contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
CholineCholine contributes to normal lipid metabolism
CholineCholine contributes to the maintenance of normal liver function
ChromiumChromium contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism
ChromiumChromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels
CopperCopper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues
CopperCopper contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
CopperCopper contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
CopperCopper contributes to normal hair pigmentation
CopperCopper contributes to normal iron transport in the body
CopperCopper contributes to normal skin pigmentation
CopperCopper contributes to the normal function of the immune system
CopperCopper contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
CreatineCreatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)DHA contributes to maintenance of normal brain function
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA/DHA)EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart
FluorideFluoride contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation
FolateFolate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy
FolateFolate contributes to normal amino acid synthesis
FolateFolate contributes to normal blood formation
FolateFolate contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
FolateFolate contributes to normal psychological function
FolateFolate contributes to the normal function of the immune system
FolateFolate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
FolateFolate has a role in the process of cell division
Foods with a low or reduced content of saturated fatty acidsReducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Foods with a low or reduced content of sodiumReducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure
Glucomannan (konjac mannan)Glucomannan contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Glucomannan (konjac mannan)Glucomannan in the context of an energy restricted diet contributes to weight loss
Guar GumGuar Gum contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)Consumption of Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
IodineIodine contributes to normal cognitive function
IodineIodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
IodineIodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
IodineIodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
IodineIodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function
IronIron contributes to normal cognitive function
IronIron contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
IronIron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin
IronIron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body
IronIron contributes to the normal function of the immune system
IronIron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
IronIron has a role in the process of cell division
Lactase enzymeLactase enzyme improves lactose digestion in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose
LactuloseLactulose contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit
Linoleic acidLinoleic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Live yoghurt culturesLive cultures in yoghurt or fermented milk improve lactose digestion of the product in individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to electrolyte balance
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to normal muscle function
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to normal protein synthesis
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to normal psychological function
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
MagnesiumMagnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth
MagnesiumMagnesium has a role in the process of cell division
ManganeseManganese contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
ManganeseManganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
ManganeseManganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue
ManganeseManganese contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Meal replacement for weight controlSubstituting one daily meal of an energy restricted diet with a meal replacement contributes to the maintenance of weight after weight loss
Meal replacement for weight controlSubstituting two daily meals of an energy restricted diet with meal replacements contributes to weight loss
Meat or fishMeat or fish contributes to the improvement of iron absorption when eaten with other foods containing iron
MelatoninMelatonin contributes to the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag
MelatoninMelatonin contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep
MolybdenumMolybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism
Monascus purpureous (red yeast rice)Monacolin K from red yeast rice contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
Monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fatty acidsReplacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels [MUFA and PUFA are unsaturated fats]
NiacinNiacin contributes to normal psychological function
NiacinNiacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
NiacinNiacin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
NiacinNiacin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
NiacinNiacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
NiacinNiacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Oat grain fibreOat grain fibre contributes to an increase in faecal bulk
Oleic acidReplacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Oleic acid is an unsaturated fat.
Olive oil polyphenolsOlive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress
Pantothenic acidPantothenic acid contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
Pantothenic acidPantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance
Pantothenic acidPantothenic acid contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters
Pantothenic acidPantothenic acid contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
PectinsConsumption of pectins with a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal
PectinsPectins contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
PhosphorusPhosphorus contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
PhosphorusPhosphorus contributes to normal function of cell membranes
PhosphorusPhosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
PhosphorusPhosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth
Plant sterols and plant stanolsPlant sterols/stanols contribute to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
PotassiumPotassium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
PotassiumPotassium contributes to normal muscle function
PotassiumPotassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure
ProteinProtein contributes to a growth in muscle mass
ProteinProtein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass
ProteinProtein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
Resistant starchReplacing digestible starches with resistant starch in a meal contributes to a reduction in the blood glucose rise after that meal.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Rye fibreRye fibre contributes to normal bowel function
SeleniumSelenium contributes to normal spermatogenesis
SeleniumSelenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
SeleniumSelenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails
SeleniumSelenium contributes to the normal function of the immune system
SeleniumSelenium contributes to the normal thyroid function
SeleniumSelenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltuloseConsumption of foods/drinks containing instead of sugar* contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralisation * In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read "other sugars"
Sugar replacers, i.e. intense sweeteners; xylitol, sorbitol, mannitol, maltitol, lactitol, isomalt, erythritol, sucralose and polydextrose; D-tagatose and isomaltuloseConsumption of foods/drinks containing instead of sugar* induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption compared to sugar-containing foods/drinks * In the case of D-tagatose and isomaltulose this should read "other sugars"
Sugar-free chewing gumSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the maintenance of tooth mineralization
Sugar-free chewing gumSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the neutralisation of plaque acids
Sugar-free chewing gumSugar-free chewing gum contributes to the reduction of oral dryness
Sugar-free chewing gum with carbamideSugar-free chewing gum with carbamide neutralises plaque acids more effectively than sugar-free chewing gums without carbamide
ThiamineThiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
ThiamineThiamine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
ThiamineThiamine contributes to normal psychological function
ThiamineThiamine contributes to the normal function of the heart
Vitamin AVitamin A contributes to normal iron metabolism
Vitamin AVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes
Vitamin AVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
Vitamin AVitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
Vitamin AVitamin A contributes to the normal function of the immune system
Vitamin AVitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to normal red blood cell formation
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to the normal function of the immune system
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 has a role in the process of cell division
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to normal red blood cell formation
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to the normal function of the immune system
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 contributes to the regulation of hormonal activity
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to normal psychological function
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Vitamin CVitamin C contributes to the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
Vitamin CVitamin C increases iron absorption
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to normal blood calcium levels
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth
Vitamin DVitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system
Vitamin DVitamin D has a role in the process of cell division
Vitamin EVitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
Vitamin KVitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting
Vitamin KVitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
ZincZinc contributes to normal DNA synthesis
ZincZinc contributes to normal acid-base metabolism
ZincZinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism
ZincZinc contributes to normal cognitive function
ZincZinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction
ZincZinc contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism
ZincZinc contributes to normal metabolism of fatty acids
ZincZinc contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A
ZincZinc contributes to normal protein synthesis
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood
ZincZinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision
ZincZinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system
ZincZinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress
ZincZinc has a role in the process of cell division

Disease risk reduction

Nutrient / substancePermitted claim wording
Chewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitolChewing gum sweetened with 100% xylitol has been shown to reduce dental plaque. High content/level of dental plaque is a risk factor in the development of caries in children
Sugar-free chewing gumSugar-free chewing gum helps neutralise plaque acid / reduce tooth demineralisation
Barley beta-glucanBarley beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
Oat beta-glucanOat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
Plant sterols and plant stanolsPlant sterols/stanols have been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease
Calcium and vitamin DCalcium and vitamin D help to reduce the loss of bone mineral in post-menopausal women. Low bone mineral density is a risk factor for osteoporotic bone fractures
Vitamin DVitamin D helps to reduce the risk of falling associated with postural instability and muscle weakness. Falling is a risk factor for bone fractures among men and women 60 years of age and older
Folic acid (supplemental)Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus

Children's development

Nutrient / substancePermitted claim wording
CalciumCalcium is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children
Calcium and vitamin DCalcium and vitamin D are needed for normal growth and development of bone in children
PhosphorusPhosphorus is needed for the normal growth and development of bone in children
ProteinProtein is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)Maternal intake of DHA contributes to the normal brain development of the foetus and breastfed infants
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)Maternal intake of DHA contributes to the normal development of the eye of the foetus and breastfed infants

New function claims

Nutrient / substancePermitted claim wording
Alpha-cyclodextrinConsumption of alpha-cyclodextrin as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal
FructoseConsumption of foods/drinks containing fructose instead of sugar (sucrose or glucose) induces a lower blood glucose rise after their consumption
Dried plums / prunes (from Prunus domestica)Dried plums/prunes contribute to normal bowel function
CarbohydratesCarbohydrates contribute to the maintenance of normal brain function
Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA and DHA)EPA and DHA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood pressure
Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA and DHA)EPA and DHA contribute to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels