Portion Definition As Reference Quantities For GDA labelling

Portion Definition As Reference Quantities For GDA labelling Single Portion Pack: Ø Packs designed for single consumption occasion E. g. Snack Bar, Meal For One, Pre-packed Sandwich Multi Portion Pack – Separate Units: Ø clearly pre-portioned units e. g. Sliced Bread, sliced ham Multi Portion Pack – Other: Ø Portion unit is not recognisable from pack or food format ØNeed reference portion or quantity , dependant on product or category e. g. Jam, Spreads, Confectionary, Crisps, Breakfast Cereal Sector reference portions fit here 1. Guiding Principles 2. Terminology

GUIDING PRINCIPLES for portions derived for GDA labeling purposes • Portions intended for GDA labelling purposes • Most foods are not consumed in 100 g/ml ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES • should be meaningful, practical & easily understood by consumers Reference portions or quantities are derived by many factors – including one or more of the following; • Reference portions or quantities should be based on actual consumption across the EU • I. e. a typical consumption occasion • Related to dietary recommendations • National/International guidelines on portions • Take into account history of use • Representative for EU wide population • Should be realistic and reasonable • Give examples of what not misleading consumers means e. g. single serve • Need to include practical considerations to get around criticisms • take into consideration existing legislation • Should take into consideration format, presentation and packaging

Brainstorm/ Workstreams (corresponding to To. R) 1. Guiding Principles 2. Identify Gaps Ø List Food Categories (not sectors) Ø How many of these categories have agreed reference portions? Ø Where do gaps exist?