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Nutrient-Content Claims

Meaning

Nutrient-Content Claims are strictly standardized statements placed on food and dietary supplement labels that accurately characterize the specific level of a nutrient contained within the product, such as “high in fiber” or “low sodium.” These claims are strictly regulated by governmental bodies to ensure they are truthful, not misleading to the consumer, and provide a reliable basis for making informed dietary choices. They function as a necessary shorthand for communicating the product’s nutritional profile in direct relation to established daily values or reference amounts.