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Compilation of NAD Challenges

Self-regulation

Please note, the CRN/NAD program will close as of July 2020, but companies can still file their own cases independently as always. Learn more...

CRN's summary of the dietary supplement advertising decisions issued by the National Advertising Division (NAD) in conjunction with the CRN/NAD Advertising Review Program can help stakeholders better understand what claims raise red flags—so they can avoid making these kinds of claims. CRN publishes this web page as a service to its members and for informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for legal advice. Please consult professional legal counsel with any specific questions or for legal advice regarding the information published on this website.

There are two ways to view program cases on CRN's website:

  • Search via the fields provided below for specific results—scroll and page through to browse cases that meet your criteria. For fields without dropdown menus (Advertiser, Product, Challenger, and Examples of Claims) the field will provide available options if you start typing.  If no criteria is chosen, all cases are displayed by date of decision, most recent.

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Search cases 2007— March 2019

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Advertiser:
Green Tea Hawaii, LLC
Product:
Raspberry Ketone Drink
Case Number:
5601
Type:
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
CRN
Supplement Category:
Types of Claims:
Examples of Claims:
  • at cells exposed to these adiponectin rich ketones become “excited” and start reducing immediately...in as few as 5 days.
  • By reducing drops or spikes in blood sugar, you increase energy and regulate mood. This will prevent binging due to sudden hunger spells.
  • NOTE: Referred to government agency - yes (re-opened 9/17/13) closed 10/18/2013
Advertiser:
The Winning Combination, Inc.
Product:
Abrexin Weight Loss Supplement
Case Number:
5596
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
NAD
Supplement Category:
  • Weight Loss
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Performance
  • Testimonials
Examples of Claims:
  • Lose Weight While You Sleep!
  • No need to alter your lifestyle with hard to follow diets or impossible to stick to workouts.
  • A 40% reduction in the fat that hides just under your skin.
Advertiser:
Institute for Wellbeing, Inc.
Product:
Virasyl
Case Number:
5588
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
CRN
Supplement Category:
  • Immune Health
  • Detoxification
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Performance
Examples of Claims:
  • Formulated in a medical clinic and backed by research to support...GI Tract & Immune System, Nerves & Mental Clarity, Joint & Muscles, Detox & Purification.
  • roperties of humic acid benefit people seeking immune support.
Advertiser:
Media Consumer Healthcare, Inc.
Product:
MidNite PM
Case Number:
5598
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
NAD
Supplement Category:
  • Sleep
Types of Claims:
  • Performance
Examples of Claims:
  • The only one you can take in the middle of the night.
  • Promotes healthy sleep and manages minor pain.
Advertiser:
UPSlabs, LLC
Product:
Jack3d Products
Case Number:
5576
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
NAD
Supplement Category:
  • Energy
  • Sports Nutrition
Types of Claims:
  • Express Claim
  • Establishment
Examples of Claims:
  • Being three-quarters through your workout and feeling like you’ve got a full tank.
  • The Original, University Studied legend.
Advertiser:
USPlabs, LLC
Product:
AP Dietary Supplement
Case Number:
5571
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
NAD
Supplement Category:
  • Weight Loss
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Implied Claim
Examples of Claims:
  • Clinical study demonstrates first dose effectiveness.
  • Taking AP dietary supplement before eating renders carbohydrates non-digestible (implied).
Advertiser:
InterHealth Nutraceuticals, Inc.
Product:
Zychrome
Case Number:
5569
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
Nutrition 21, LLC
Supplement Category:
  • Diabetes
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Performance
Examples of Claims:
  • 2x more effective than chromium picolinate in improving insulin function.
  • Zychrome outperformed chromium picolinate on multiple key parameters tested.
  • 88% of diabetic educators prefer Zychrome over chromium picolinate for insulin management...
Advertiser:
Star Herbs, LLC
Product:
My Low Press
Case Number:
5550
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
CRN
Supplement Category:
  • Blood Pressure
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Performance
Examples of Claims:
  • Star Herbs’ My Low Press herbal formula offers powerful, all-natural support for lowering blood pressure and maintaining it at normal levels without any side effects.
  • My Low Press also helps alleviate blood related deficiencies such as anemia and dizziness.
Advertiser:
Healthy Directions, LLC
Product:
Joint Advantage Gold
Case Number:
184
Type:
  • NARB Panel
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
Challenger:
CRN
Supplement Category:
  • Joint Health
Types of Claims:
  • Establishment
  • Performance
  • Testimonials
Examples of Claims:
  • Reduce joint pain - in as little as 7 days!
Advertiser:
Natural Factors, Inc.
Product:
CurcuminRich Tumeric Root Extract Theracurmin & Theracurmin-Pro 300
Case Number:
5557
Type:
  • Case Report
Date of Decision:
Referred to Government Agency:
No
Challenger:
Europharma, Inc.
Supplement Category:
  • Inflammation
Types of Claims:
  • Superiority
  • Performance
Examples of Claims:
  • Theracurmin is the only curcumin preparation to demonstrate a clear dose response.
  • The only product that has shown to actually increase the free curcumin form is Theracurmin. As free curcumin is significantly more active than the metabolites, it is extremely likely that Theracurmin is not only better absorbed, but it also produces addit