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Amazon Brain Supplements Database

Between June 2019 and December 2019, TINA.org searched Amazon.com for “brain supplements” and collected more than 100 examples of search results and product pages in which the product had one…

How Amazon Promotes, Profits from Deceptively Marketed Brain Supplements

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How Amazon Promotes, Profits from Deceptively Marketed Brain Supplements

The largest retailer in the world isn’t just turning a blind eye to the deceptive marketing of these products.

Brain Training: Buyer Beware

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Brain Training: Buyer Beware

Neuroscientist questions the science behind brain training.

FTC Brain Claims Cases Since 1995

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FTC Brain Claims Cases Since 1995

Since 1995, the FTC has brought nearly 70 actions over deceptive brain claims.

TINA.org Files Complaint against ‘Brain Training’ Company Neurocore

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TINA.org Files Complaint against ‘Brain Training’ Company Neurocore

Unsubstantiated claims to treat ADHD, autism and depression are rampant in company’s marketing.

Thinking about Taking a Supplement for Brain Health? Not So Fast

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Thinking about Taking a Supplement for Brain Health? Not So Fast

Brain experts say save your money.

Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny

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Oversight of Dubious Brain Supplement Products Under Scrutiny

U.S. Senators question FDA, retailers about supplements.

Short Memory Lands CVS Brain Supplement in Legal Trouble

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Short Memory Lands CVS Brain Supplement in Legal Trouble

TINA.org finds that the marketing of Algal-900 DHA violates FTC order.

Brain Juice

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Brain Juice

Think hard when considering this supplement’s cognitive claims.

Brain Bright

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Brain Bright

“Light Up Your Drained Brain” claims challenged.

BrainStrong

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BrainStrong

August 2017: A federal judge granted final approval of the settlement. March 2016: A federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement agreement in a false advertising class-action lawsuit against i-Health, Inc.…

Reviva Brain

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Reviva Brain

Fake Business Insider reporter Brandt River strikes again.

Supplements for Brain Bruises?

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Supplements for Brain Bruises?

They don’t exist, warns FDA.

TINA.org Files FTC Complaint Against “Brain Training” Company Neurocore

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TINA.org Files FTC Complaint Against “Brain Training” Company Neurocore

MADISON, CONN. November 12, 2019 – Ad watchdog truthinadvertising.org (TINA.org) has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against Neurocore, a “brain training” company with centers in Michigan…

Flintstones Healthy Brain Support Gummies

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Flintstones Healthy Brain Support Gummies

August 2016: This lawsuit was voluntarily dismissed because the parties entered a confidential settlement agreement. December 2014: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Bayer for allegedly falsely advertising the Flintstones…

Doctor’s Best Natural Brain Enhancers

Class Action

Doctor’s Best Natural Brain Enhancers

Allegations: Falsely marketing that supplements are “Natural Brain Enhancer[s]” that support “attention, learning, and memory” when scientific evidence shows that the ingredients in them do not provide the promised results

Flintstones Healthy Brain Support

Class Action

Flintstones Healthy Brain Support

December 2014: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.. The reasons have not been disclosed. October…

Flintstone Healthy Brain Support Supplements

Class Action

Flintstone Healthy Brain Support Supplements

May 2015: The named plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed this action When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.. The reasons have not been…

TINA’s Take: How the Feds Should Be Smarter about Brain Claims