Health topic

Blood glucose

Some nutrients have authorised EU health claims related to blood glucose.

Substances with authorised claims

Mineral

Chromium

Authorised EU claim

Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels.

Other

Beta-glucan

Authorised EU claim

Consumption of beta-glucans from oats or barley as part of a meal contributes to the reduction of the blood glucose rise after that meal.

What this doesn’t mean

An authorised claim related to blood glucose does not mean that the substance treats a medical condition or provides benefits beyond the specific authorised wording.

Other assessed claims (2)

Magnesium

Non-authorised — Regulates sugar balance.

Copper

Non-authorised — Copper contributes to cholesterol and glucose — assessed relationship: glucose metabolism.

Claim wording and status are accompanied by source references. See the corresponding ingredient guide for sources and detailed health-claim information.