Current Regulatory Issues for the Use of Probiotics.
Adv Exp Med Biol
; 1449: 187-193, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
The chapter provides an overview of the current regulatory challenges surrounding the use of probiotics. It explores the global regulatory landscape, noting the need for uniform regulations across various regions. It emphasizes that these inconsistencies pose challenges for consumers, healthcare professionals, and industry stakeholders. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the ongoing efforts at the Codex Alimentarius to establish harmonized probiotic guidelines. The chapter also discusses labeling regulations, stressing the need for more accurate and comprehensive information on probiotic products to aid in evidence-based decision-making. Finally, it addresses safety concerns, particularly for vulnerable populations like children, and calls for a multi-layered approach to safety assessments. The chapter concludes by advocating harmonizing regulations and guidelines to facilitate probiotics' safer and more effective use.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Probióticos
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Adv Exp Med Biol
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Polonia
Pais de publicación:
Estados Unidos