USE OF DATA
There are limitations associated with food composition databases. Nutrient
data published in NUTTAB 2010 may represent an average of the nutrient
content of a particular sample of foods and ingredients, determined at a
particular time. The nutrient composition of foods and ingredients can vary
substantially between batches and brands because of a number of factors,
including changes in season, changes in formulation, processsing practices and
ingredient source. While most of the data contained in NUTTAB 2010 are
generated from analysed values, some of the data are borrowed from overseas
food composition tables; supplied by the food industry; taken from food labels;
imputed from similar foods; or calculated using a recipe appproach.
For these reasons, the nutritional values displayed by the scale should be
considered as a very useful guide to good nutrition, but not as an absolute
measure. In most cases, the accuracy will be sufficient to support your dietary
requirements. However, we cannot assume any liability related to the accuracy
and completeness of the information provided, nor to the way in which the
information is used by the consumer. Before beginning any diet management
program, users should consult with their physician or a registered dietitian.
Disclaimer Notice
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) makes NUTTAB 2010 available for the benefit of the
public and on the understanding that you will exercise your own skill, care and judgment with
respect to its use and you will carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency, completeness and relevance
of the material for your purposes.
NUTTAB 2010 is made available only for the purposes of providing nutrient data and ancillary
material to users. FSANZ has taken great care to ensure the material provided in NUTTAB 2010 is as
correct and accurate as possible. However, FSANZ makes no warranty that the material contained in
NUTTAB 2010 will be free from error, or if used will ensure compliance with the relevant requirements
of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. FSANZ recommends that users viewing this
publication for dietary purposes consult a health care practitioner for a comprehensive dietary
assessment.
By using the material in NUTTAB 2010, you acknowledge that in no event shall FSANZ be liable for
any incidental or consequential damages resulting from use of the data. FSANZ also advises you that
any reference to a brand name product contained in NUTTAB 2010 is not to be taken as an
authoritative statement of the composition of that product, due to changes in formulation that may
have occurred since the FSANZ data were generated. It is also not to be taken as a statement that a
particular product complies, or does not comply, with any labelling declarations that might have
been made for it or with any regulatory requirements. If you require current data on a specific
branded product you should contact the manufacturer of that product.
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