ID 1360 - Dairygold Omega-3 Spread

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EN: Dairygold Omega-3 Spread
Pdf: docosahexaenoic acid

Oświadczenie (2)

1. Charakterystyka żywności / składnika

The food constituent that is the subject of the health claims is long-chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LCPUFAs), namely docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in combination with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA).
The n-3 LCPUFAs, EPA and DHA, are well recognised nutrients and are measurable in foods by established methods. They are well absorbed when consumed in the form of triglycerides. This evaluation applies to EPA and DHA from all sources with appropriate bioavailability in the specified amounts.
The Panel considers that the food constituent, DHA and EPA, which is the subject of the health claims, is sufficiently characterised.

2.2. Utrzymanie prawidłowego funkcjonowania mózgu (ID 497, 501, 510, 513, 519, 521, 534, 540, 688, 1323, 1360, 4294)

The claimed effects are “brain/cognitive function”, “brain development, cognitive development and cognitive function”, “eye, brain and heart health”, “brain, eye and nerve development and function”, “brain and eye function”, “brain function”, “n-3 are essential fatty acids and have critical roles in the membrane structure and as precursors of eicosanoids”, “support of human neurodevelopment”, “eye,
brain and heart health”, “système nerveux, réduction des risques liés au dévelopement de la maladie d'Alzheimer”, “health benefits of food: Dairygold Omega-3 spread contain omega- 3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA) which may have a beneficial role to play in the functioning of the brain and can help maintain a healthy heart”, and “membranes cell structure”. The Panel assumes that the target population is the general population. In the context of the proposed wordings and the clarifications provided, the Panel assumes that the claimed effects refer to the maintenance of normal brain function.
A claim on DHA and maintenance of normal brain function has already been assessed with a favourable outcome (EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products Nutrition and Allergies (NDA), 2010b).

2.4. Utrzymanie prawidłowego funkcjonowania serca (ID 510, 688, 1360)

The claimed effects are “eye, brain and heart health”, and “health benefits of food: Dairygold Omega-3 spread contain omega- 3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA) which may have a beneficial role to play in the functioning of the brain and can help maintain a healthy heart”. The Panel assumes that the target population is the general population. The Panel notes that the claimed effects refer to the maintenance of normal cardiac function.
A claim on DHA and EPA and maintenance of normal cardiac function has already been assessed with a favourable outcome (EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products Nutrition and Allergies (NDA), 2010a).

Warunki i możliwe ograniczenia stosowania oświadczenia

Does claim rely on the presence/presence in a reduced quantity/absence of a nutrient or other substance: Presence of a nutrient or other substance Number of nutrients/other substances that are essential to claimed effect: 1 Names of nutrient/other substances and Quantity in Average daily serving: 148 miligrams Omega-3 fatty acids Weight of average daily food serving: 148 miligram(s) Daily amount to be consumed to produce claimed effect: 450 miligram(s) Number of food portions this equates to in everyday food portions: 3 Are there factors that could interfere with bioavailability: Yes Please give reason: Omega-3 fattty acids are derived from fish oil and are susceptible to oxidation. Due to the lipid content of this food matrix, the EPA and DHA content are relatively stable and are unlikely to oxidize. However, over exposure of the spread to atmospheric oxygen for long periods should be avoided. Length of time after consumption for claimed effect to become apparent: Cognitive improvements have been reported in children following 3 months supplementation with Omega-3 fatty acids. Is there a limit to the amount of food which should be consumed in order to avoid adverse health effects: No Where applicable outline nutritional composition (g per 100g) of food: Total Fat: 38.00 Saturated Fat: 11.00 Trans Fat: .00 Sugar: .10 Salt: 1.50 Sodium: .60 Other conditions for use: Long chain PUFA's (Omega 3 & 6 fatty acids) from fish oil are well documented to have an important role to play in the functioning of the brain. Omega fatty acids comprise one third of the total fatty acids in brain tissue and are thought to have a myriad of functions including maintaining membrane fluidity which is turn affects neural signaling. n-3 PUFA's also affect neurotransmission in the frontal lobes of the brain. It is well recognised that western diets are deficient in Omega-3. Diarygold Omega 3 spread contributes a rich, readily available, source of omega-3 fatty acids to the diet. 3 x 10g portions will provide one third of the recommended daily intake of Omega 3 fatty acids (RDI 450mg). The remainder should be achieved through a healthy balanced diet including at least 2-3 portions of fish per week, one of which should be oily.