What does 'Evaluation health claim is ongoing' mean?
At Golden Naturals, we are committed to being transparent and open about our products and the information we put on labels. We understand that some of the terms we use may be technical and raise questions. One such term is the disclaimer 'Evaluation health claim is ongoing'. In this blog, we explain exactly what this disclaimer means and why it sometimes appears on our labels.
What is a health claim?
A health claim is a claim that establishes a relationship between a food or its component and health. These claims are used to indicate that the product may have a particular health benefit. An example is 'calcium for maintaining strong bones'.
What does 'Evaluation health claim is ongoing' mean?
The statement 'Evaluation health claim is ongoing' on our labels means that the claim about the health benefits of an herb in the product is currently being evaluated. This is being assessed by a body responsible for monitoring and enforcing regulations on health claims.
This does not mean that the claims are just off the cuff. Each of these claims must be supported by reliable sources, such as scientific research, before they are even considered. The process of assessing and approving health claims is not a short and simple one. In fact, it is a lengthy process that can take years. Extensive research is done to ensure the validity and accuracy of each health claim. This is a time-consuming process, but crucial to ensure that the information provided is reliable and accurate. Thus, in practice, the disclaimer, 'Evaluation health claim is ongoing', may appear on the same label for years.
The strict legislation and process of evaluating health claims apply to all companies in the dietary supplement industry. To explain it easily, every company in this industry is waiting for the same approval. Once a health claim receives approval, any company that meets the set conditions may use that health claim.
If there is no disclaimer on the label, it means that the health claim(s) mentioned on the label have already been evaluated and approved.
Why is the disclaimer important?
We live in a time when we are more aware than ever of our health and the importance of the products we consume. Therefore, it is important that the information we put on our labels is accurate and reliable. By placing this disclaimer on our labels, we show that we comply with strict legislation and that we await approval from the competent authorities for our health claims.
How to read a label?
We understand that reading and interpreting labels can sometimes be confusing, with all those technical terms and complex health claims. To help you with this, we have created a blog explaining these things in simple language. Wondering how to read a label? Then click here to read our blog. We hope this will help you understand our labels even better.