TINA.org Complaints Spur Changes to Supplement’s Marketing

Dietary supplement company changes website and promotions for kids product.

Exposing Ponzi and Pyramid Schemes

Here’s a list of some key cases.

Decoding Cosmetics Claims: Skin Lightening Cream

Skin lightening creams — also called fade creams, brightening creams, skin-tone correctors, or bleaching creams — are designed to reduce skin discoloration or hyperpigmentation caused by sun exposure, age, disease,…

The Weakness in CytoSport’s Muscle Milk

The bodybuilding supplement has been the target of an FDA warning letter and a class-action lawsuit.

Children’s Supplement Maker Nourishlife Settles FTC Charges

Advertising of supplement was at center of TINA.org investigation.

Hansen’s Beverages and More

It’s Grammy Time: Who’s Belting out Name Brands?

How many ads are hiding in popular songs?

New Class-Action Alleges Vemma’s Clinical Studies ‘Worthless’

Lawsuit filed in federal court alleges company is in violation of a previous FTC order.

Red Bull Settlement: It’s NOT about the Wings

This proposed agreement is not as absurd as media coverage may have led you to believe.

Top Five Worst Settlements of 2014

Consumers left out in cold in these settlements.

Bumble Bee Products

‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ and the World of Wellness Influencers

Cautionary stories like Belle Gibson’s are not unique.

Yes, Mr. Wilson, Potato Chips are Fattening

I love potato chips.  The ruffled ones with a little onion dip – now that’s heaven.  But though I love potato chips dearly, they only enter our house once a…

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

Here’s what we accomplished in 2023 with your help.

Lawsuits: Glucosamine’s Promised Relief Mostly Marketing Hype

Consumers report adverse reactions.

Pedigree Complete Nutrition Roasted Chicken and Vegetable Dog Kibble

Allegations: Falsely marketing that products provide a “100% Complete & Balanced” diet for dogs

Olly’s Order Protection Fee

Allegations: Falsely representing that consumers get free or flat-rate shipping when an “Order Protection” fee is automatically added to all purchases

OmegaXL: Backed by Research

What you should know about ingredient studies.

TINA.org Supports FTC’s ‘Click to Cancel’ Rule against Industry Challenge

Companies should not be able to trap consumers into subscriptions that they do not want.

Carlyle’s Saw Palmetto & Other Supplements

Why these products may leave you wanting more.