FDA 'Approves' Qualified Heart-Health Claim for Magnesium

Jan. 13, 2022
Accepts evidence that magnesium can lower blood pressure.

The FDA on Jan. 10 announced in a letter of enforcement discretion that it does not intend to object to the use of qualified health claims regarding the consumption of magnesium and a reduced risk of high blood pressure (hypertension).

Meaning: Magnesium has a qualified health claim for heart-health. 420mg is the current recommended daily value for adults and children over 4, although there are some qualifiers. Good food sources are nuts, green leafy vegetables, legumes and whole grains.

The FDA responded to a 2016 petition submitted by The Center for Magnesium Education and Research, which proved the connection between magnesium consumption and a reduced risk of high blood pressure.

Qualified health claims are supported by scientific evidence, but do not meet the more rigorous “significant scientific agreement” standard required for an authorized health claim.

The agency specifically suggested the following qualified health claims for conventional foods and dietary supplements:

* “Inconsistent and inconclusive scientific evidence suggests that diets with adequate magnesium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension), a condition associated with many factors.”

* “Consuming diets with adequate magnesium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension). However, the FDA has concluded that the evidence is inconsistent and inconclusive.”

* “Some scientific evidence suggests that diets with adequate magnesium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension), a condition associated with many factors. The FDA has concluded that the scientific evidence supporting this claim is inconsistent and not conclusive.”

Sponsored Recommendations

Kaeser is the world’s leading air systems specialist and offers a full range of compressed air solutions for almost any application. From industrial compress...
Take a moment to see the scope of Kaeser's commitment to innovative system designs that guarantee ultra-reliable compressed air, easy maintenance, and greater efficiency.
Ventilation has a huge impact on the ambient temperature in the compressor room and is often the missing link to temperature regulation issues. Here are four factors to consider...
Learn how to get a smart, reliable, energy-efficient compressed air system delivered in a turnkey, weatherproof and temperature-controlled enclosure that needs little or no onsite...