NSF gives Red Bull wings?
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
Red Bull Energy Drink is the first product to be certified under NSF International's new Athletic Banned Substances Certification Program, the third-party certification firm announces April 13. The certification allows cans of Red Bull to bear the NSF Certified for Sport mark in the future. According to NSF, four other companies are currently in the certification process, and more products are expected to be added to the online 1list by May. The products under review include multi-vitamins, protein drinks and post-workout recovery supplements, according to the firm. NSF describes the program as a filling a "unique need" for players, industry and possibly government; Major League Baseball and the MLB Players association endorsed the program in March (2"The Tan Sheet" April 10, 2006, p. 5)...
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