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What is the complaint about mini wheats?

Dec 25, 2025 •

4 min read

In 2009, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action against Kellogg’s, alleging that the company made false and misleading advertising claims regarding the health benefits of Frosted Mini-Wheats. This represents one of several notable complaints.

The Ensure Controversy: An Overview of Lawsuits, Recalls, and Health Concerns

Oct 20, 2025 •

3 min read

In 1997, Abbott Laboratories settled charges from the Federal Trade Commission regarding false and unsubstantiated advertising claims for its nutritional beverage, Ensure. This event was an early precursor to the ongoing Ensure controversy, which has evolved to include multiple class-action lawsuits and product recalls that raise significant consumer health questions.