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David Protein Bars Lawsuit Dropped
1 Apr
Summary
- Lawsuit alleged misrepresentation of calorie and fat content.
- Controversy involved a modified plant-based fat ingredient called EPG.
- Company confident in nutrition labeling after case dismissal.
A lawsuit filed in January against the company that produces David protein bars has been dismissed, as the plaintiffs have dropped their case.
The lawsuit had alleged that independent lab tests indicated the popular protein bars contained significantly more fat and calories than advertised on their labels.
The controversy brought attention to an ingredient known as esterified propoxylated glycerol (EPG), a modified plant-based fat that the body does not digest and yields fewer calories per gram.
The company's founder stated that the calorie count is based on absorbed calories and expressed confidence in the accuracy of their nutrition labeling, calling the lawsuit frivolous.
Following the dismissal, the company released a statement expressing pleasure with the resolution and their continued focus on customers and business, reiterating their belief in their labeling.
