Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)

Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) is a commercially used dietary-supplement ingredient or ingredient form. It is commonly positioned for general wellness; specialist nutraceutical, although evidence strength, permitted use and legal claims depend on the exact specification, dose and jurisdiction.

Cardio health
Metabolism
Anti-inflammatory

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Origin of Ingredient

Food-derived, fermentation-derived or manufactured nutraceutical material depending on supplier specification.

History of Ingredient

Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) moved from food, biochemical or specialist use into modern nutraceuticals as purification, fermentation, encapsulation and standardisation technologies developed.

Scientific Makeup of Ingredient

alpha-linolenic acid, 18:3 n-3 essential fatty acid

UK Legal Claim

• ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Conditions: Beneficial effect obtained with 2 g ALA/day.

EU Legal Claim

• ALA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels. Conditions: Beneficial effect obtained with 2 g ALA/day.

US Legal Claim

FDA does not pre-approve ordinary dietary-supplement structure/function claims. Example for regulatory review only (NOT FDA-approved wording): “Supports normal energy and metabolic function.” The marketer must hold substantiation, avoid disease claims, use the DSHEA disclaimer and notify FDA within 30 days after first marketing.

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August 24, 2024

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