10.01.01
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Washington, DC, has authorized products containing qualifying amounts of the essential nutrient choline to carry a nutrient content claim. Choline was discovered over a century ago, but recent research is showing that choline can improve health in the areas of brain development, including memory function throughout life; cardiovascular health; improved liver function and reproductive development. The National Academy of Sciences has already recognized choline as an essential nutrient. The choline claim is the first content claim to be authorized under the Food & Drug Administration Modernization Act (FDAMA). Qualifying foods and supplements will be able to claim they are a “good source” or “excellent source of choline.” The Daily Value for choline is 550 mg for men, 425 mg for women.