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FDA OKS Omega-3 Health Claim on Food Labels |
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September 8, 2004
The fatty acids are typically contained in oily fish, such as salmon, lake trout, tuna and herring. While omega-3 acids are not essential to the diet, scientific evidence indicates they may be beneficial in reducing coronary heart disease. "Coronary heart disease is a significant health problem that causes 500,000 deaths annually in the United States," said Dr. Lester M. Crawford, Acting FDA Commissioner. "This new qualified health claim for omega-3 fatty acids should help consumers as they work to improve their health by identifying foods that contain these important compounds." While ongoing research is not conclusive, the FDA has decided to allow the following "qualified," meaning limited, health claim on foods containing omega-3 acids:
FDA recommends that consumers not exceed more than a total of 3 grams per day of omega-3 fatty acids, with no more than 2 grams per day from a dietary supplement. Report Your Experience
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