Health topic

Muscle function

Some nutrients have authorised EU health claims related to muscle function.

Substances with authorised claims

Mineral

Magnesium

Authorised EU claim

Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function.

Vitamin

Vitamin D

Authorised EU claim

Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal muscle function.

Mineral

Potassium

Authorised EU claim

Potassium contributes to normal muscle function.

Mineral

Calcium

Authorised EU claim

Calcium contributes to normal muscle function.

What this doesn’t mean

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

Other assessed claims (1)

Zinc

Non-authorised — Without enough zinc in your diet, muscular performance will be impaired

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