Cali Botanicals

FDA warns that kratom supplements may do more harm than good in combating opioid addiction and withdrawal.

Does Stocking Shelves = Product Promotion?

Texas court lets retailers off the hook for promoting products on shelves.

Walmart’s Equate Co-Q10

BounceBack by Mannatech

MLM’s health claims face another regulatory challenge.

FemaLife Nutrition Super Flora Probiotic

FemaLife Nutrition LLC referred to FTC following failure to substantiate health claims.

Magna-Rx+

Reliefband Anti-Nausea Wristband

Fusing of “FDA cleared” and “clinically proven” claims has potential to mislead consumers.

Agora Still Using Deception and Dark Patterns to Ensnare Seniors

TINA.org refers publishing giant to FTC for enforcement action.

CATrends: Phthalates in Boxed Macaroni and Cheese

Lawsuits against Kraft and Annie’s mac and cheese allege brands fail to disclose harmful chemical ingredients.

CATrends: Baby Foods Containing Toxic Heavy Metals

Surge in class-action lawsuits follows congressional report.

CATrends: Toddler Formula

It’s the perfect formula for a class-action lawsuit trend.

Worst False Ad Settlements of 2020

Five class-action settlements that left consumers behind this year.

Cel MD Skin and Hair Loss Products

SoundOff

Claims for company’s pink noise-emitting earbuds ring hollow.

Mighty Gum

A chewing gum company’s health claims pop under scrutiny.

Bulletproof Cold Brew Coffee

Advertised Savings on Amazon Prime-Eligible Product Listings

Consumer tip raises questions about how much you are really saving as an Amazon Prime member.

Five Reasons the BBB Shouldn’t Be Your Only Stop

Researching a company shouldn’t be one-stop shopping.

7 Marketers That Get Coal in Their 2019 Holiday Stocking

TINA.org’s annual list includes a pillow maker, a televangelist and a for-profit college.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2019

It was another successful year outing deceptive marketing on multiple fronts.