CRN Ends Funding For Industry Self-Regulation Program Focused On Supplement Advertising

The trade group ends funding for National Advertising Division program launched in 2006 for increased focus on monitoring supplement claims, reviewing 360 in total. Separately, NAD launches an expedited challenge process aiming to conclude reviews in 20 business days.

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The Council for Responsible Nutrition halted funding after 15 years for an industry self-regulation program focused on identifying bogus claims for dietary supplements and improving consumer confidence in the products.

In a 12 May joint statement, CRN and the National Advertising Division of the BBB National Programs Inc. announced the...

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