Case Name (Date)

Amado et al. v. The Procter & Gamble Co.
22-cv-5427, N.D. Cal.
(Sept. 2022)


Product/Service

Metamucil


Allegations

Falsely marketing that products help support “Healthy Blood Sugar Levels,” “Appetite Control,” and “Digestive Health” when scientific evidence shows the powders actually decrease appetite control, harm blood sugar levels, and damage digestive health due to the added sugar content


Status

Pending



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