Part VI-5 Food Labeling Chaos But numerous other immunity claims for foods still exist, and FDA action is needed. For instance, Ocean Spray recently began a major promotional campaign involving advertising and labeling that claims that cranberry juice can help strengthen one’s immune system. The label on Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice states that “each glass strengthens your immune system with a daily dose of Vitamin C.” General Mills’ Green Giant “immunity blend” frozen vegetables are healthful, but no more likely to improve one’s immune system than any other vegetables. Moreover, the packaging promotes a
Vitamin C is important for the functioning of the immune system (and every other system). However, consuming Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice Cocktail has no impact on the immune system of healthy persons.
Vegetables are healthful, but General Mills’ Green Giant “immunity blend” is no more likely to improve one’s immune system than any other vegetables.
cancer-related fundraising drive, linking the immunity claim with cancer prevention. The FDA does have an approved health claim stating: “Low fat diets rich in fibercontaining grain products, fruits, and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of