The claim that Vitamin C protects DNA, protein and fats from damage from oxidation has robust scientific backing justifying its use in the EU by manufacturers of food products wishing to state this on labels of food products containing Vitamin C for infants and toddlers, says the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Following an application from Specialised Nutrition Europe (formerly IDACE), submitted for authorisation of a health claim pursuant to Article 14 of Regulation (EC) No...