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Does Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allow any health claims for flaxseeds?

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Does Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allow any health claims for flaxseeds?

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In May 2004, FDA approved nutrient content claims for flaxseeds because of their omega-3 fatty acid contents. When a product contains at least 260 mgs of ALA per Reference Amount Customarily Consumed, “High in/Excellent source of/Rich in” claims can be used on product packaging. This regulation requires that the claim specify the type of omega-3 fatty acid present in a product.