Positive EFSA claim evaluation based on new research on chicory oligof ructose to lower blood glucose response

摘要

Following collaboration between BENEO, Cosucra and Sensus, a dossier for an EU Art 13.5 claim has been filed that contains new data to show the link between oligofructose and improved blood glucose response after intake. The dossier submitted to EFSA was based on several studies* including newly developed science, and shows that oligofructose has a significant part to play in the area of glycaemic control. The application targeted an EU Art 13.5 claim on the contribution of oligofructose to a reduction of post-prandial blood glucose response. EFSA's positive evaluation allows the approval by the Commission, the Member States and the European Parliament within the health claim procedure. This opens the way for new food and drink applications to benefit both the industry and consumers alike.