Study Finds Mannatech’s OsoLean™ Powder May Reduce Waist Circumference and Appetite in Overweight Adults
Results of preliminary study published in “The Open Nutraceuticals Journal”
Coppell, Texas, March 23, 2009 – Mannatech, Incorporated (NASDAQ - MTEX), a leading developer and provider of proprietary dietary supplements, weight management products and skin care solutions, today announced the results of a preliminary study indicating Mannatech’s OsoLean ™ powder, when supplemented with proper diet and exercise, may result in decreased weight, BMI and waist circumference in healthy, overweight adults.*
“We are pleased that this study, which provides further scientific evidence that OsoLean powder can provide significant results in overweight adults striving to maintain a healthy lifestyle, was published,” said Chief Science Officer and Senior Vice President of Mannatech Dr. Robert A. Sinnott , MNS. “Because Mannatech is devoted to developing new wellness technologies with efficacy backed by peer-reviewed human clinical trials, this study is very encouraging.”
This preliminary, open-label, 8-week study of 112 overweight adults, published March 16 in The Open Nutraceuticals Journal demonstrated that daily intake of OsoLean powder appeared to reduce appetite, support weight loss and reduce waist circumference(1).*
After being advised to restrict their daily caloric intake and add the supplement to the beverage of their choice before breakfast and dinner, subjects who participated in the study also completed quality of life questionnaires and reported better appetite control and improved energy levels by the end of the study.*
The study was conducted by Mannatech scientists in collaboration with researchers in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas. To view the study findings, please go to the Peer-Reviewed Science section of www.MannatechScience.org.
In a related 12-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in 2008, consumption of the same peptide blend in OsoLean powder in a flavored, sweetened beverage, in conjunction with a 500-calorie reduced diet, helped to enhance fat loss and retain lean muscle mass when compared to control subjects consuming a placebo in addition to dieting.*
Follow-on studies are being planned to further explore the benefits of OsoLean powder.
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
About Mannatech
Mannatech, Incorporated, is a global wellness solutions provider of innovative, high-quality, proprietary dietary supplements, weight management products and skin care solutions sold through independent Associates and Members located in the United States and the international markets of Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Denmark, Germany, South Africa, and Singapore. For more information please visit www.mannatech.com or www.allaboutmannatech.com.
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