Do functional components in foods have a role in helping to solve current health issues?

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  • Johanna T Dwyer
چکیده

Functional foods and ingredients that are safe and efficacious have the potential for a positive impact on health. Current regulations in the United States governing claims about foods and dietary supplements, including functional foods and ingredients, are briefly reviewed. Research and communications challenges necessary to bring such products to the market are discussed.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • The Journal of nutrition

دوره 137 11 Suppl  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2007