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February 12, 2013

Survey: 8-in-10 workout enthusiasts don't have post-workout nutrition plan

According to a national survey of fitness enthusiasts who exercise three or more times a week, 82% admitted to falling short when it comes to post-workout nutrition habits, Abbott announced.

October 23, 2012

Former Walgreens exec Catherine Lindner named NEW board chair

The Network of Executive Women has elected Catherine Lindner, former VP retail marketing for Walgreens, to serve as board chair.

April 2, 2012

'Celebrity Apprentice' serves up Walgreens walking papers in Walk with Walgreens promo

With more than 4 billion steps logged by Walk with Walgreens participants in the program’s first year, Walgreens on Sunday night teamed with Donald Trump and "The Celebrity Apprentice" to promote more healthy steps in 2012.

January 3, 2012

Shoppers on a tighter leash

The recession has taken a toll on the pet category, according to some companies. A recent report from Cascadia Capital revealed that 35% of consumers said they curtailed pet expenditures in 2011 due to the economy.

September 12, 2011

Train2Cheer comes to DVD

A new strength and conditioning program designed specifically for cheerleaders and dancers has made its way to DVD.

August 18, 2011

Reckitt Benckiser posts third online video game to entice prospective employees

Reckitt Benckiser on Thursday unveiled Turbo RACER, a new free online game and a free mobile racing-game app available on iTunes, as part of the company's corporate awareness program.

July 5, 2011

Water warfare

The Super Soaker brand has been a huge hit for Hasbro. The toys have been among the hottest summer products on the market, and new upgraded versions will become the next must-have for water play.  

May 12, 2011

Mega Bloks to launch Power Rangers Samurai toys next year

Mega Brands has entered a deal with Saban Brands to develop construction toys based on the kids' action series "Power Rangers Samurai," the latest Power Rangers franchise.

April 29, 2011

Omron taps personal trainer Bob Greene for new initiative

Omron Healthcare on Thursday teamed with Bob Greene, personal trainer to Oprah Winfrey and author of the new book "20 Years Younger: Look Younger, Feel Younger, Be Younger," on an initiative to encourage Americans to walk every day to improve their overall health and feel better.

April 4, 2011

Kmart reveals Hot 8 list for summer toys

Kmart has named the top eight toys for the summer.

March 30, 2011

Jack Black touts new sports therapy line with triathlon sponsorship

Jack Black is promoting its new Performance Remedy sports therapy collection by sponsoring the Revolution3 Triathlon.

March 14, 2011

GiantMicrobes expands line of toys

GiantMicrobes has developed a new line of educational plush toys that are modeled after tiny organisms.

February 15, 2011

Mega Brands introduces new preschool toys

Mega Brands is building up its Mega Bloks brand with a new lineup of preschool toys.

December 7, 2010

Other bowls don’t Measure Up

NEW YORK — Portion control is a hot topic as more Americans strive to maintain good nutritional habits. Yet knowing how much food to serve is often a challenge. The Measure Up Bowl, a portion-control tool that allows consumers to measure portions inside a bowl without the need for measuring cups and scales, is a great solution to the challenge.  

December 2, 2010

Bob Kwait, Richard Braddock receive Good Scout award

Industry veteran Bob Kwait, chairman and COO of Bob Kwait Consulting Group, and FreshDirect chairman and CEO Richard Braddock were honored Wednesday during the 2010 Consumer Products "Good Scout" Award Luncheon in New York.

November 30, 2010

Nordic Naturals supplements pets' health with new product

Nordic Naturals has introduced Omega-3 Pet liquid in three convenient sizes.

November 29, 2010

Dr Pepper Snapple Group announces Let's Play initiative

A popular beverage maker is encouraging kids to be active by promoting fit and healthy lifestyles.

November 14, 2010

Cos. play on education, tradition to nab consumers’ toy dollars

Consumers may be cutting their budgets, but when it comes to toys, there’s always room...

October 3, 2010

Former J&J executive joins Markwins

Markwins International has hired former Johnson & Johnson executive Michael Cole to serve as its...