ID 762 - Galaktooligosacharydy

PL: Galaktooligosacharydy
EN: Galacto-oligosaccharides
Pdf: various foods/food constituents

Oświadczenie (2)

1.7. Zwiększenie ilości mikroorganizmów w przewodzie pokarmowym (ID 762, 764, 884)

The claimed effects are "helps maintain a healthy immune response in the elderly", "immune support and immune health", and "natural resistance/defence". The Panel assumes that the target population is the general population.
The claimed effects are not sufficiently defined and no further details were provided in the proposed wording. The specific aspect of immune function that is the subject of the health claim has not been indicated in the information provided.
From the clarifications provided by Member States, the Panel assumes that the claimed effects refer to an increase in numbers of bacteria which are considered to be "beneficial".
The numbers/proportions of bacterial groups which would constitute a "balanced or beneficial" gut/intestinal flora have not been established. Increasing the number of any groups of microorganisms, including bifidobacteria, is not in itself considered to be a beneficial physiological effect.
The Panel considers that the evidence provided does not establish that increasing numbers of gastro- intestinal microorganisms is a beneficial physiological effect.
The Panel concludes that a cause and effect relationship has not been established between the consumption of the food(s)/food constituent(s), which are the subject of the health claims, and a beneficial physiological effect related to increasing numbers of gastro-intestinal microorganisms.

Warunki i możliwe ograniczenia stosowania oświadczenia

The recommended dosage for Bimuno (Clasado Ltd Galacto-oligosaccharide product) is 5.5 g per day. This is equivalent to 3.6 g per day of galacto-oligosaccharides. No adverse effects reported. Consumers who are lactose intolerant should exercise caution when taking Bimuno. Women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy should consult a healthcare professional before any food supplements.