Which of the following statements is a health claim that the FDA allows on a food package?
A)"While many factors affect heart disease,diets low in saturated fat may reduce the risk of this disease."
B)"Drinking whole milk adds calcium and vitamin D to your diet.These nutrients are essential for strengthening bones."
C)"Foods that contain dietary fiber,vitamin A,or vitamin C may reduce the risk of cancer.Although a serving of our creamed broccoli has 7 grams of fat,it is an excellent source of fiber and vitamins A and C."
D)"Vitamin C reduces the risk of the common cold by 50%."

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The FDA allows health claims that are supported by scientific evidence. Statement A has been supported by multiple studies and is an approved health claim by the FDA. Statement B is not a health claim recognized by the FDA. Statement C includes a disclaimer about the high fat in the food, which would not be allowed on a package with a health claim. Statement D is not supported by enough scientific evidence to be approved as a health claim by the FDA.

Which of the Following Statements Is a Health Claim That