ANNEX I

PERMITTED HEALTH CLAIM

Application — Relevant provisions of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006

Applicant — Address

Nutrient, substance, food or food category

Claim

Conditions of use of the claim

Conditions and/or restrictions of use of the food and/or additional statement or warning

EFSA opinion reference

Article 14(1)(a) health claim referring to a reduction of a disease risk

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Oat beta-glucan

Oat beta-glucan has been shown to lower/reduce blood cholesterol. High cholesterol is a risk factor in the development of coronary heart disease.

Information shall be given to the consumer that the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of oat beta-glucan.

The claim can be used for foods which provide at least 1 g of oat beta glucan per quantified portion.

Q-2008-681