Health Canada has published information on two new disease risk reduction/therapeutic claims permitted for use on food products:

  • cholesterol lowering claims for foods containing ground whole flaxseed, and
  • claims that sugar-free chewing gum protects teeth from tooth decay and cavities.

More information about the permitted claims and associated conditions for use can be found on the Health Canada website.

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