by Joel Rothman | Jul 17, 2009 | NutriSupLaw
Attention copywriters. The FDA has taken out a bright red pen and is poised to mark up your product statements. The green shades (an antiquated description of newspaper copyeditors) signaled much closer review of health claims with a warning to General Mills...
by Joel Rothman | Mar 5, 2009 | NutriSupLaw
Because Coca-Cola Co. and partner Nestle by were unable to substantiate claims that Enviga causes weight loss, the beverage has lightened the pockets of both companies by $650,000. The companies have just agreed to a settlement with 27 states over claims that Enviga...
by Joel Rothman | Feb 25, 2009 | NutriSupLaw
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has adopted a scientific opinion (summary also available) on two ingredients commonly used in so-called energy drinks. Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA’s Panel on Food Additives and Nutrient Sources added...
by Joel Rothman | Jan 15, 2009 | NutriSupLaw
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has filed suit against Coke and Energy Brands claiming that the companies make deceptive and unsubstantiated claims on the VitaminWater line of beverages. To read the press release, click here. Coke markets...
by Joel Rothman | Jan 15, 2009 | NutriSupLaw
FoodProcessing.com weighs in on 2009 trends to watch for functional foods and nutraceutical ingredients in this comprehensive article. Included among the predicted trends: Fiber (according to National Starch Food Innovation) Vitamin K (according to PL Thomas)...