Table 1 EFSA positive opinions on vitamins and minerals other than calcium and vitamin D for making a bone health claim for the general population
From: Food fortification for bone health in adulthood: a scoping review
Nutrient | Approved wording in EFSA Article 113-1 | Claimed effect | Conditions of use |
|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin K26 | Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bone | Bone structure, bone integrity, bone calcification and bone health | At least source of=11.25 μg minimum |
Magnesium27 | Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bone and teeth | Bone and teeth structure | At least source of=56.25 mg minimum |
Phosphorus28 | Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bone and teeth | Bone and teeth structure | Not inadequate intake of Phosphorus in the general EU populationa |
Manganese29 | Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bone | Bone formation | Not inadequate intake of Manganese in the general EU populationa |
Zinc30 | Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bone | Bone formation | Not inadequate intake of Zinc in the general EU populationa |