WeightSmart ads
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Bayer TV spot for newest One-A-Day line extension targets women ages 30 and older. "I remember when I thought I could eat anything," a female character says. "Then in my thirties my metabolism slowed down, so I got smart. I watch what I eat, exercise more, plus I found a new multivitamin." The ad, which broke Jan. 2, notes WeightSmart contains EGCG, "a natural green tea extract to help you while you manage your weight." Other ingredients highlighted on packaging include chromium, niacin, thiamin; product also contains caffeine powder. Marketing support for WeightSmart, which began reaching shelves this month, includes Jan. 5 FSI. BBDO is agency of record (1"The Tan Sheet" Oct. 28, 2002, In Brief)...
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