In accordance with the requirements of a European directive, the European Commission is about to pass restrictions on formulating food supplements that contain vitamins and minerals integrating daily nutrient intake. Richard Burton, the head of the Irish Institute of Nutrition and Health has written to members of the European Parliament that approved a directive mandating such restrictions, to warn that the directive, if implemented as planned, will harm the health of Europe's citizens.
Read letter from Richard Burton on the La Leva website (Italy)
Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Food Supplements Directive - Head of Irish Nutrition Institute warns of Health Harm
Posted by Willow at 6:01 pm
Labels: European Commission, European Parliament, food supplements, Food Supplements Directive, Irish Institute of Nutrition and Health, minerals, Richard Burton, vitamins
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