Table 1 Examples of different types of health and nutrition claims according to the INFORMAS taxonomy [27, 28]
Claim | Types of claims | Examples |
|---|---|---|
Nutrition claim | Health-related ingredient claim | “Contains 25% orange juice” “Contains whole grains” |
Nutrient content claim | “Low calories” “Contains calcium” | |
Nutrient comparative claim | “Light” “Sweetened with stevia” | |
Health claim | General health claim | “Low glycemic index” “Healthy” |
Nutrient and other function claim | “Calcium for strong bones” “Magnesium for growth” | |
Reduction of disease risk claim | “Pediatric heart association” “Prevents cavities” | |
Other claim | Other claim | “Organic” “Non-GMO” |