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Calcio negli integratori alimentari

3.951 integratori notificati in Francia contengono una forma di questo nutriente

Calcio: in Francia, un integratore alimentare non deve apportare più di 800 mg al giorno (decreto del 9 maggio 2006, non rivisto dal novembre 2006, allegato III); per gli adulti, il limite massimo di sicurezza dell’EFSA è 2.500 mg al giorno. Le dosi del decreto del 2006 non sono state riviste dal decreto modificativo del 14 novembre 2006 e alcune sono state annullate dal Conseil d’État nel 2011; la DGCCRF ha accettato livelli superiori per alcuni nutrienti tramite orientamenti pubblicati fino al gennaio 2019 e si sta preparando un aggiornamento del decreto (risposta ministeriale pubblicata nella Gazzetta ufficiale l’11 febbraio 2025).

In parole semplici

A cosa serve, secondo i fabbricanti

Obiettivi più spesso annunciati per gli integratori che lo contengono (calcium): sport (688 prodotti), os (592 prodotti), immunité (442 prodotti), articulations (261 prodotti), digestion (247 prodotti).

Sono gli obiettivi dichiarati dai fabbricanti all’amministrazione, non effetti dimostrati. Sulla confezione possono essere scritte solo le indicazioni sulla salute autorizzate dall’Unione.

Fino a dove è sicuro

Per un adulto, l’EFSAAutorità europea per la sicurezza alimentare. fissa il limite massimo di sicurezza a 2500 mg/j: è l’assunzione giornaliera che, mantenuta a lungo termine, considerando tutte le fonti alimentari, non dovrebbe provocare effetti indesiderati. Oltre, il rischio aumenta. Un integratore è solo una parte dell’assunzione.

La norma in Francia

In Francia, la dose giornaliera raccomandata di un integratore non deve apportare più di 800 mg (decreto del 9 maggio 2006, non rivisto dal novembre 2006). Compl'Alim non pubblica la dose dei prodotti dichiarati: confronta quella in etichetta con questo massimo e con il limite di sicurezza dell’EFSA.

Riferimenti di sicurezza dell’EFSA

Il riferimento dell’EFSA riguarda l’assunzione totale di una giornata, alimentazione e integratori.

Riferimenti EFSA al giorno
PopolazioneTipoValore
da 4-6 mesi a 15-17 anniLimite superiorenessun limite (dati insufficienti)
adultiLimite superiore2.500 mg/j
gravidanzaLimite superiore2.500 mg/j
allattamentoLimite superiore2.500 mg/j

EFSA NDA Panel, 2012b. EFSA, Overview on Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (versione 11, agosto 2025), consultato il 21 ottobre 2026.

Dose massima in Francia

Dose giornaliera massima per integratore in Francia: 800 mg, secondo il decreto del 9 maggio 2006.

Le dosi del decreto del 2006 non sono state riviste dal decreto modificativo del 14 novembre 2006 e alcune sono state annullate dal Conseil d’État nel 2011; la DGCCRF ha accettato livelli superiori per alcuni nutrienti tramite orientamenti pubblicati fino al gennaio 2019 e si sta preparando un aggiornamento del decreto (risposta ministeriale pubblicata nella Gazzetta ufficiale l’11 febbraio 2025).

Indicazioni sulla salute autorizzate

  • « Calcium and vitamin D are needed for normal growth and development of bone in children »
    Condizioni: The claim can be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium and vitamin D as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium and vitamin D help to reduce the loss of bone mineral in post-menopausal women. Low bone mineral density is a risk factor for osteoporotic bone fractures »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food supplements which provide at least 400 mg of calcium and 15 μg of vitamin D per daily portion. Information shall be given to the consumer that the claim is specifically intended for women 50 years and older and the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 1 200 mg of calcium and 20 μg of vitamin D from all sources. For food supplements with added calcium and vitamin D the claim may be used only for those targeting women 50 years and older
  • « Calcium contributes to normal blood clotting »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium contributes to normal muscle function »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium contributes to normal neurotransmission »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium helps to reduce the loss of bone mineral in post-menopausal women. Low bone mineral density is a risk factor for osteoporotic bone fractures »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which provides at least 400 mg of calcium per quantified portion. Information shall be given to the consumer that the claim is specifically intended for women 50 years and older and the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of at least 1 200 mg of calcium from all sources. For foods with added calcium the claim may be used only for those targeting women 50 years and older
  • « Calcium is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children. »
    Condizioni: The claim can be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
  • « Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth »
    Condizioni: The claim may be used only for food which is at least a source of calcium as referred to in the claim SOURCE OF [NAME OF VITAMIN/S] AND/OR [NAME OF MINERAL/S] as listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
10 indicazioni sulla salute respinte o revocate: non possono comparire su una confezione
  • « Calcium contributes to normal functioning of cells. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food is not sufficiently defined to be able to be assessed and the claim could not therefore be substantiated.
  • « Calcium helps manage your weight Calcium contributes to weight control. Calcium modulates energy metabolism »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
  • « Calcium helps to keep a healthy blood pressure. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, the evidence provided is insufficient to substantiate this claimed effect for this food.
  • « Calcium naturally present in dairy products is important for weight management Dairy calcium has been shown to stimulate lipolysis. Consumption of dairy calcium aids weight loss. Dairy calcium modulates fat metabolism. Dairy calcium helps promote fat loss. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
  • « Calcium promotes a healthy heart. Calcium maintains a healthy heart. Calcium helps build a healthy heart. Calcium helps promote a healthy hear »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, the evidence provided is insufficient to substantiate this claimed effect for this food.
  • « Diet which includes several daily servings of low-fat milk products (about 1200 mg of calcium/day) helps to control blood pressure. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, the evidence provided is insufficient to substantiate this claimed effect for this food.
  • « Supplementation with B-vitamins, iron, magnesium as well as vitamin C can reduce fatigue and tiredness in situations of inadequate micro-nutrient status. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
  • « Water-soluble vitamins, calcium, magnesium and zinc are essential for mental function and performance In situations of inadequate micronutrient status, supplementation with water-soluble vitamins, minerals and zinc can sustain mental performance (e.g. concentration, learning, memory, reasoning). »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
  • « [In german : ] Calcium ist wichtig zur Unterstützung des Stoffwechsels Clarification provided Calcium supports the regulation of the acid base balance »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
  • « remineralizes/restores tooth enamel after meals increases tooth surface hardness helps strengthen teeth. »
    Motivo: Non-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.

Testo ufficiale in inglese, come iscritto nel registro dell’Unione. Un’indicazione può essere usata solo alle relative condizioni.

12 indicazioni sulla salute autorizzate, 10 rifiutate o revocate. Registro UE delle indicazioni nutrizionali e sulla salute, consultato il 21 ottobre 2026.

Forme dichiarate negli integratori

Elenco dell’Unione: forme di vitamine e minerali che possono entrare in un integratore alimentare (direttiva 2002/46/CE, allegato II).

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