Which of the following roles is the food regulatory function of the FDA? (Check all that apply:) - Establishing structure/function claims that food manufacturers are allowed to use on labels - Printing - References - Testing dietary supplements to make sure the ingredient contents are the same as listed on the label - Analyzing dietary supplements to determine their safety and effectiveness before they can be sold - Allowing dietary supplements' manufacturers to use specific labeling statements that claim their products cure certain diseases, especially cancer - Receiving and monitoring reports of negative side effects that resulted from the use of dietary supplements
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Establishing structure/function claims that food manufacturers are allowed to use on labels: This is a role of the FDA, as they regulate the claims that can be made on food labels. Show more…
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