date:Apr 30, 2014
ms such as high in are allowed only for nutrients for which the claim refers has been set. The F.D.A. has not established nutrient levels that serve as the basis for nutrient content claims for DHA, EPA or ALA.
Dr. Rice said EPA and DHA last year were nominated as nutrients for review. The Institute of Medicine would undertake any possible review. The findings of such a review might increase the chances of the F.D.A. establishing nutrient levels for EPA and DHA.