Labeling Requirements for Food Supplements in Egypt
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What is the MOST important factor manufacturers must consider when ensuring the safety of food supplements for consumers?

  • The net weight or size of the product
  • The established upper safe levels from scientific risk assessment (correct)
  • The list of ingredients in descending order
  • The brand name and address of the producer

Which of the following is NOT a mandatory labeling requirement for food supplements in Egypt?

  • The recommended daily intake for the average person (correct)
  • The name of the product
  • Ingredients that may cause food allergies
  • The country of origin for imported products

Which of these pieces of information is required to be on the label of an imported food supplement in Egypt?

  • Both b and c (correct)
  • The brand name of the producer
  • The name and address of the importer
  • The name and address of the manufacturer in the country of origin

Which of the following is the LEAST important factor for manufacturers to consider when ensuring the safety of food supplements?

<p>The brand name and address of the producer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a mandatory labeling requirement for food supplements in Egypt that helps consumers identify potential allergens?

<p>The list of ingredients in descending order (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST important consideration for manufacturers to ensure the safety of food supplements for consumers?

<p>The established upper safe levels from scientific risk assessment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is NOT a required labeling element for dietary supplements in Egypt?

<p>A statement that the product is suitable for vegetarians (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a required labeling element for packaged food products in Egypt?

<p>A statement indicating the product is organic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following phrases should be used for domestically produced food products in Egypt?

<p>Made in A.R.E. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about dietary supplement labeling in Egypt is NOT true?

<p>The product's expiration date is not required to be listed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about health and nutrition claims on dietary supplements in Egypt is true?

<p>Both health and nutrition claims are regulated (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the responsibilities of dietary supplement users in Egypt is implied by the text?

<p>Users are responsible for not exceeding the recommended daily dose of dietary supplements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of consumers when using dietary supplements?

<p>Cross-referencing information from multiple reliable sources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential sign that a dietary supplement might be counterfeit?

<p>The packaging differs significantly from the authentic product's packaging (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) as mentioned in the text?

<p>To provide fact sheets, research news, and educational materials on dietary supplements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following resources is described as an independent organization that presents research and evidence-based analysis on supplements and nutrition?

<p>Examine.com (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form of dietary supplement information should be treated with caution?

<p>Marketing claims made by supplement manufacturers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of using counterfeit dietary supplements, as suggested in the text?

<p>Serious risks to consumers' health and safety (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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