Food Labeling and Health Claims Review ?s

Question 1

A nutrition facts panel label is not required on_______.

Answer 1

• Restaurant/deli/bakery foods
• Foods with no significant nutritional value
• Infant formula and infant/junior foods
• Dietary supplements
• Medical foods
• Bulk foods for processing
• Fresh produce and seafood (voluntary)
• Single ingredient fish or game

Question 2

—T/F Manufacturers are required to submit dietary supplements to the FDA for review of safety before taking them to market.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

“Low-fat” is an example of a ________ claim.

Answer 3

Nutrient content claim

Question 4

“May contribute to maintenance of a healthy immune system” is an example of a _______ claim.

Answer 4

Qualified health claim

Question 5

T/F. Manufacturers are required to list potential allergens in plain language on a product.

Answer 5

False, only the top 8 allergens