Functional Foods Regulation System: Proposed Regulatory Paradigm by Functional Food Center
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https://doi.org/10.31989/ffs.v3i11.1265Abstract
In response to the rising demand for functional foods driven by health-conscious consumers, a robust regulatory framework is imperative. The absence of specific guidelines creates uncertainties for both manufacturers and consumers. In response to the rising demand for functional foods driven by health-conscious consumers, a robust regulatory framework is imperative. The absence of specific guidelines creates uncertainties for both manufacturers and consumers. This article discusses the Functional Food Center's pioneering 17-step approval processfor functional foods, emphasizing scientific validation and transparent communication. However, challenges persist within the FDA approval system, including a protracted timeline and the lack of a dedicated category for functional foods. Drawing inspiration from the efficient kosher labeling system, the Functional Food Center could serve as a certification agency. Certified functional foods could display a designated symbol, ensuring credibility and trustworthiness. This approach streamlines the approval process, fostering innovation, ensuring consumer safety, and meeting the evolving health needs of consumers in a transparent, credible, and regulated functional food market.
Keywords:Functional Food Classification, Functional Food Regulation, Functional Food Products, Bioactive Compounds, Functional Food Safety, Kosher Labeling Model, Regulatory Paradigm.
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