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Various Splenda Products
Case Name (Date)
Prescott et al. v. TC Heartland, LLC
23-cv-4192, N.D. Cal.
(Aug. 2023)
Product/Service
Splenda shakes, sweeteners, water enhancers, sweet tea and multi-use syrup
Allegations
Falsely marketing that products help manage blood sugar, aid in “diabetes care,” and are suitable for people with diabetes when they negatively affect blood sugar levels and gut health and are harmful to people with diabetes
Status
Pending
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