FTC on health claims
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Allowing health claims for foods that meet a "nutrient density" standard would "permit some health claims that promote substitution for healthier foods," while the current "minimum nutrient contribution" requirement "would continue to prevent health claims for some foods that can contribute to a healthy diet," the Federal Trade Commission says in July 27 comments to FDA. The commission also recommends FDA consider mandating use of disclosures on foods with problematic nutrients, provided consumer research shows health claims on those products imply the food is "healthful in all respects." FTC encourages the changes "because they likely would aid consumers in making better-informed purchasing decisions" and encourage companies to "develop and market healthier foods"...