Clean Machine Green, Clif Bar Recall: Health And Wellness Industry News

Undeclared nuts prompt Clif Bar recall; Clean Machine introduces Clean Green Protein powder with Lentein. Superleaf expands Detoxwater flavors; Mannatech launches glyconutrient coffee in Australia; and more news in brief.

Clean Machine offers Green Protein

Plant-based nutrition productsmaker Clean Machine LLC introduces Clean Green Protein superfood protein powder with Lentein, a branded blend of water lentils supplied by Parabel USA with a nutritional profile rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, polyphenols, omega 3s and higher in nutrient density than kale, spinach, spirulina and chlorella, the Pompano Beach, Fla., firm said Aug. 17. The powder contains 45%-50% high-quality protein and more essential and branched chain amino acids than any other plant, Clean Machine said In a vanilla chai flavor, the protein powder is available online and at health food stores. A 1.6-pound tub with 20 servings has a manufacturer suggested retail price of $59.99.

Detoxwater expands line, distribution

Detoxwater bioactive aloe water is available in two new flavors – Appleberry (apple and raspberry) and Peachberry (peach and blueberry) – at retailers in Los Angeles and New Yorkbeforemarketer Superleaf LLC expands distribution to 1,500 retailers nationwide already stocking the line’s Original (lychee and white grape), Mangaloe (mango) and Pinamint (pineapple and mint) varieties. The products retail for $39.99 for a 12-pack on the brand's website. Launched in 2015, Superleaf’s water contains electrolytes and vitamins as well as a high-grade aloe vera ingredient, the New York firm said Aug. 15. It expects to close its series A funding round by the end of the current quarter to supports its growth in distribution channels across the country.

Mannatech perks glyconutrient-rich coffee Down Under

Nutrition and health and wellness product direct seller [Mannatech Inc.] introduces GlycoCafe coffee with glyconutrients in Australia, the firm's Sydney office said Aug. 16. The beverage contains the whole coffee fruit for benefits including improving cognitive function, providing antioxidant support and supporting metabolism and cardiovascular health, according to Coppell, Texas based Mannatech. The coffee is promoted as “the world's most complete coffee.” The beverage comes in single-serve sticks without gluten, soy, dairy or sweeteners.

FDA RECALLS CLASSIFIED THROUGH AUG. 16
AUG. 16: FOOD-CLASS II
1) Viva ben Femenine Supplement, Dietary Supplement 30 Softgels; 2) Cardiovid Plus, Cardiovascular Active Dietary Supplement, 60 Softgels.
Code: 1) Lot No. 0117221, 2) Lot No. 1701.
Manufacturer:	Duy Drugs Inc., Doral, FL
Recalled by:	Duy Drugs by email on July 21, 2017; classified by FDA on Aug. 8; voluntary recall is ongoing.
Distribution:	Domestic distribution only; 1) 1,800 bottles, 2) 411 bottles.
Reason:	Failure to meet with GMP regulations assuring identity, purity, and composition of dietary supplements.
Recall numbers:	F-3355-2017, F-3356-2017
AUG. 9: FOOD-CLASS I
1) Clif Builders Variety Pack Chocolate Peanut Butter and Chocolate Mint 18-count; 2) Clif Kid Zbar Protein Variety Pack 30-count; 3) Clif Builders Chocolate Mint 12-count, 6-pack, 7-pack, Snack Size 200-count; 4) Clif Kid Zbar Protein Variety Pack 30-count; 5) Clif Builders Chocolate Mint 12-count, 6-pack, 7-pack, Snack Size 200-count; 6) Clif Kid Zbar Protein Chocolate Chip 10-pack, 150-count, 5-pack; 7) Clif Kid Zbar Protein Chocolate Mint 10-pack, 150-count, 5-pack.
Code: 1) Lot Code From 24MAR16M to 08FEB18M, 2) Lot Code From 31MAY16M to 15OCT17M, 3) Lot Code From 05APR16M3 to 23APR18M3, 4) Lot Code From 31MAY16M to 15OCT17M, 5) Lot Code From 05APR16M3 to 23APR18M3, 6) Lot Code From 05APR16M3 to 23APR18M3, 7) Lot Code From 05APR16M3 to 23APR18M3.
Manufacturer:	Clif Bar & Company, Emeryville, CA
Recalled by:	Clif Bar by two or more of email, fax, letter, press release, telephone or visit on July 5, 2017; classified by FDA Aug. 2; voluntary recall is ongoing.
Distribution:	Nationwide. distribution and to United Kingdom, and Ireland; 100,685,754 total bars across as products.
Reason:	Undeclared peanuts and/or tree nuts.
Recall numbers:	F-2959-2017 through F-2963-2017
FOOD-CLASS II
Planetary Herbals Ginseng Classic; Classic Chinese Energizer 710 mg; 60 and 120 UPC 0 21078 10215 1 tablet bottles; 60 count - UPC 0 21078 10214 4; Product code PF0214 120 count - UPC 0 21078 10215; Product code PR0215.
Code: 60 count lot FG-86688, Exp. 5/21; 120 count lot FG-86689, Exp. 5/21.
Manufacturer:	Threshold Enterprises Ltd., Scotts Valley, CA
Recalled by:	Threshold Enterprises by two or more of email, fax, letter, press release, telephone or visit on June 16, 2017; classified by FDA and terminated on Aug. 2.
Distribution:	CA, MN, WA, IL, PR, ME, SD; 36 bottles - 7 x 120 count and 29 x 60 count.
Reason:	Product was inadvertently released prior to release of all QC testing. Testing had positive results for coliform growth.
Recall numbers:	F-3338-2017
FOOD-CLASS II
Professional Formulas Sublinqual B12 High-Potency dietary supplement, 60-count dissolvable tablet in white plastic bottles. Adhesive label with White, black red and green print; bottle has a heat-shrink band. UPC code 8 40851 10054 0.
Code: Lot numbers: 409017; 503019; 508060; 603032; and 701039. QR Codes: 1409002; 1505019; 1603007; 1607022; and 1701013. QR codes are interpreted as below: " The first two digits represent the year in which the product was ordered or manufactured; " The secondtwo digits represent the month in which the product was ordered or manufactured; and " The last three digits represent the products place in a sequential list of products ordered during that month and year.
Manufacturer:	Professional Complementary Health Formulas LLC, Lake Oswego, OR
Recalled by:	Professional Complementary Health by letter on July 21, 2017; classified by FDA and terminated on Aug. 3.
Distribution:	AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MT, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, WA, and WI and in the following countries: Canada and United Kingdom; 2,178 tablets/60 bottles.
Reason:	Sublinqual B12 tablets are recalled because the ingredients statement declared lactose but label does not declare milk.
Recall numbers:	F-3348-2017
EDITORS’ NOTE: Tabulation prepared from information provided by FDA. The agency has three classes of recalls. Class I - violative product poses reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death; Class II - violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences; probability of serious consequences remote; Class III - violative product not likely to cause adverse health consequences.