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Clinical Infectious Diseases
Studies from J.T. Heimbach and colleagues yield new information about clinical infectious diseases
April 1st, 2008
"Manufacturers wish to communicate the benefits of probiotics in advertising and labeling with lawful and adequately substantiated claims. Regulatory and substantiation requirements differ for products intended to cure, treat, prevent, or mitigate a disease; to reduce a healthy individual's risk of developing a disease; or to affect the structure or function of the body," scientists in the United States report. "Food labeling is regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration, and advertising is regulated by the Federal Trade Commission; the standards and methods used by these agencies differ. Food manufacturers must design their claims regarding the benefits of...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-04-01)
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