Which of the following statements regarding claims on food or supplement labels is NOT true?

a. A food must provide at least 10% of the DV per serving if it claims to be a good source of the nutrient.
b. Health claims must be approved by the FDA.
c. Structure/function claims must always use "may" or "might" when describing the potential benefit of the product.
d. The word "healthy" may not be used on products that are high in fat or sodium.


Ans: c. Structure/function claims must always use "may" or "might" when describing the potential benefit of the product.

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