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Which of the following types of foods are exempt from declaring their ingredients if they are prepackaged?
Which of the following types of foods are exempt from declaring their ingredients if they are prepackaged?
What must all prepackaged products with more than one ingredient include?
What must all prepackaged products with more than one ingredient include?
How should allergens be presented on food packaging?
How should allergens be presented on food packaging?
Where should the list of ingredients not be displayed on food packaging?
Where should the list of ingredients not be displayed on food packaging?
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Which statement about the presentation of the name and place of business is true?
Which statement about the presentation of the name and place of business is true?
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What is a requirement for listing allergens on packaging?
What is a requirement for listing allergens on packaging?
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Which of the following items does not require allergen labeling due to its exempt status?
Which of the following items does not require allergen labeling due to its exempt status?
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What font characteristics are required for ingredient lists on food packaging?
What font characteristics are required for ingredient lists on food packaging?
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Which food or nutrient is primarily associated with reducing the risk of osteoporosis?
Which food or nutrient is primarily associated with reducing the risk of osteoporosis?
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What health condition is linked to excessive sodium intake?
What health condition is linked to excessive sodium intake?
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Which of the following is a nutrient known for potentially lowering cholesterol levels?
Which of the following is a nutrient known for potentially lowering cholesterol levels?
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What type of dietary fat is associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease?
What type of dietary fat is associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease?
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Which food component is beneficial for reducing triglyceride levels?
Which food component is beneficial for reducing triglyceride levels?
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Which of the following is linked to a decreased risk of dental caries?
Which of the following is linked to a decreased risk of dental caries?
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Which compound is known for its health benefits in managing cholesterol levels?
Which compound is known for its health benefits in managing cholesterol levels?
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What health conditions can the consumption of fruits and vegetables potentially help prevent?
What health conditions can the consumption of fruits and vegetables potentially help prevent?
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What is required for a nutrient function claim to be valid?
What is required for a nutrient function claim to be valid?
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Which of the following foods are permitted to make food function claims?
Which of the following foods are permitted to make food function claims?
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What must probiotic claims include on the label?
What must probiotic claims include on the label?
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Which of the following statements regarding general health claims is true?
Which of the following statements regarding general health claims is true?
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Which claim can be made about a product labeled 'organic'?
Which claim can be made about a product labeled 'organic'?
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What does the claim 'Product of Canada' imply?
What does the claim 'Product of Canada' imply?
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Which phrase could potentially mislead consumers if used incorrectly?
Which phrase could potentially mislead consumers if used incorrectly?
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Which element is NOT allowed in general health claims?
Which element is NOT allowed in general health claims?
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What does the 'Best Before' date marking signify?
What does the 'Best Before' date marking signify?
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Where should the Nutrition Facts table be located on a food package?
Where should the Nutrition Facts table be located on a food package?
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What is required when a product contains aspartame?
What is required when a product contains aspartame?
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Which of the following is true about front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbols?
Which of the following is true about front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbols?
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What information must be included in a bilingual food label?
What information must be included in a bilingual food label?
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What needs to be stated if a food product has been irradiated?
What needs to be stated if a food product has been irradiated?
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Which nutrients are typically included in the core nutrients of the Nutrition Facts table?
Which nutrients are typically included in the core nutrients of the Nutrition Facts table?
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What is the purpose of storage instructions on food labels?
What is the purpose of storage instructions on food labels?
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Which health claims are explicitly prohibited for children under 4 years of age?
Which health claims are explicitly prohibited for children under 4 years of age?
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What type of health claims can be assessed on a case-by-case basis?
What type of health claims can be assessed on a case-by-case basis?
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Which statement regarding health claims for children under 2 years is correct?
Which statement regarding health claims for children under 2 years is correct?
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What distinguishes natural health products from regular food labeling?
What distinguishes natural health products from regular food labeling?
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Which requirement is NOT included for natural health products?
Which requirement is NOT included for natural health products?
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What does NPN stand for in the context of natural health products?
What does NPN stand for in the context of natural health products?
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What is the primary reason for specific health claims being regulated differently for children under 4 years?
What is the primary reason for specific health claims being regulated differently for children under 4 years?
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Which of the following is NOT an essential component listed for natural health products?
Which of the following is NOT an essential component listed for natural health products?
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Study Notes
Food Labelling in Canada
- Prepackaged fresh produce sold by weight and unsealed in a transparent bag does not need a net quantity declaration
- All prepackaged products with more than one ingredient must list their ingredients and components
- Food allergens, gluten, and sulphites must be declared on food labels
- Some products are exempt from ingredient lists, including:
- Prepackaged products packed on retail premises from bulk, such as candies, flour, salt, spices, single ingredient nuts, and in-store baked breads
- Prepackaged individual portions of food intended solely to be served with meals or snacks by restaurants, airlines, such as coffee creamers, jam, tartar sauce, pancake syrup, salad dressing, crackers, and ketchup
- Prepackaged individual servings of food prepared by commissaries and sold in mobile canteens or vending machines
- Prepackaged meat and poultry barbecued, roasted, or broiled on the retail premises, for example, prepackaged chicken at a grocery store
- Bourbon whiskey and standardized alcoholic beverages
- Standardized vinegars
- The list of ingredients must be displayed other than on the bottom of the product
- The type, font, size of lettering, and upper vs. lowercase lettering requirements must be adhered to
- The name and principal place of business must be accurately described on the label
- Imported products must include:
- Canadian name and principal place of business
- Geographic origin, or
- The expressions “Imported by / importé par” or “Imported for / importé pour”
- Date markings like:
- Best Before
- Packaged on
- Storage Instructions
- Expiration
- The Nutrition Facts Table should be located on the outer package in a spot where it won't get destroyed upon opening
- The Nutrition Facts Table must include:
- Serving size
- The twelve core nutrients and energy amounts
- There are specific graphic and technical requirements for the Nutrition Facts Table
- A nutrition symbol must appear on the label of a prepackaged product when the amount of saturated fat, sugars, and/or sodium is equal to or higher than specific nutrient thresholds
- The nutrition symbol needs to be on the principle display surface and meets legibility, language, and orientation requirements
- All information on a food label (except the product name) must be in both English and French
- Irradiated food must be labelled: “irradiated” or “treated with radiation” or “treated by irradiation”
- The international irradiation symbol must be on the principle display panel
- A statement about phenylalanine needs to be included if aspartame is present
- Certain sweeteners require a statement expressing the amount of sugar needed to produce an equivalent degree of sweetness
- The list of sweeteners that need this statement includes: aspartame, sucralose, acesulfame-potassium or neotame
- Trans fats are banned in Canada
- Nutrient function claims must contain at least 5% of the Daily Value (DV) of that nutrient per serving
- Only three foods are permitted to have food function claims:
- Wheat bran and psyllium
- Green tea
- Probiotic products must be clearly labelled “probiotic”
- Probiotic labels must include the Latin names of the bacterial cultures
- Probiotic labels can include any of the following claims:
- Probiotic that naturally forms part of gut flora
- Provides live micro-organism that naturally form part of the gut flora
- Probiotic that contributes to health gut flora
- Provides live micro-organism that contribute to healthy gut flora
- General health claims are used to promote healthy eating
- General health claims use symbols, logos, or phrases such as “healthy choice” or “good for you”
- General health claims can also include:
- Canada’s Food Guide messaging
- No drug representation
- Educational material
- Third party endorsements, logos, and heart symbols
- Terms “nutritious” or “healthy”
- Weight loss claims
- Composition, quality, quantity, and origin claims include:
- “Product of Canada”
- “100%”
- “no preservatives added”
- “fresh,” “natural,” “homemade,” “organic” and “genetically modified”
- Implied health claims are assessed on a case-by-case basis
- Disease reduction claims are not permitted for children under 4 years of age
- Folate claims, for example, “a factor in normal early fetal development” and “a factor in the normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord” are not permitted for children under 2 years of age
- Natural health products include:
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Essential fatty acids
- Amino acids
- Probiotics
- Herbal remedies
- Traditional medicines
- Homeopathic products
- Natural health products have different labelling requirements than food products, including:
- Product name
- Product license holder
- NPN or DIN-HM
- Medicinal ingredients
- Dosage form and recommended daily dose
- Recommended use or purpose
- Risk information
Nutrition Facts Table
- The Nutrition Facts Table has undergone an update with changes to the layout and information provided.
- Some food labels have transitioned to the updated Nutrition Facts Table while others still contain the older version.
- While the essential information is still present, the layout has been updated to better reflect the current nutrition guidelines and focus on key nutrients.
Disease Risk Reduction and Therapeutic Claims
- Certain foods or nutrients can be associated with disease risk reduction or therapeutic benefits
- Examples of food and nutrient claims include:
- Calcium for preventing osteoporosis
- Sodium for preventing high blood pressure
- Saturated fats and trans fats for preventing coronary artery disease
- Fruits and vegetables for preventing cancer and heart disease
- Low starch/fermented sugars for preventing dental caries
- Plant sterols, psyllium, oat products, and some other foods for lowering cholesterol
- Unsaturated fats, ground flaxseed, barley, soy protein, and certain polysaccharide complexes for lowering triglycerides
- Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) for lowering triglycerides
Ingredient List
- There have been modifications to the way ingredient lists are presented on food labels.
- The updated list of ingredients may offer more detail and clarity for consumers.
Notes
- It's important to refer to current regulations for the most up-to-date information on food labelling requirements.
- The information above is based on the cited sources and may not reflect all changes or updates.
- It’s also important to pay attention to information on the labels of natural health products as they have specific requirements.
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Explore the regulations surrounding food labeling in Canada, particularly focusing on prepackaged fresh produce and ingredient declaration requirements. This quiz will help you understand exemptions related to food allergens, gluten, and sulphites, ensuring you know what must be declared on labels. Test your knowledge of the Canadian food labeling standards today!
