HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

NUTRITIONAL ISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The role of Codex in nutrition labeling and claim include the following EXCEPT
A
substitutes national legislation on food items.
B
provides guidance on general labeling.
C
provides standard guidelines to facilitate international trade.
D
protects consumer rights through standardization.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -CODEX GENERAL STANDARD FOR THE LABELLING OF PREPACKAGED FOODS. For the purpose of this standard: “Claim” means any representation which states, suggests or implies that a food has particular qualities relating to its origin, nutritional properties, nature, processing, composition or any other quality.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Codex Alimentarius Commission, established in 1962, aims to protect the health of consumers and ensure fair practices in the food trade. This international forum brings together scientists, technical experts, government regulators and international consumer and industry organizations.

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