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COPPELL, TX -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 10/03/06 -- (NASDAQ: MTEX) -- Mannatech, Incorporated has
introduced MannaBar, a healthy, low-glycemic nutritional alternative for
those looking for a portable, between-meals snack.
Even if you maintain a healthy lifestyle and eat properly, you probably do
not ingest enough glyconutrients or omega-3 essential fatty acids to
maintain optimum health. MannaBar provides these valuable nutrients in a
delicious, healthy snack.
MannaBar's core ingredient is Mannatech's proprietary Ambrotose complex --
a patented glyconutritional blend of plant sugars (carbohydrates) designed
to support the immune system. The bars also contain 80 milligrams of DHA
and EPA omega-3 fatty acids -- the most active form of omega-3s that the
body does not have to convert for nutritional use.
In addition to high levels of protein and soluble fiber, each bar contains
23 vitamins and minerals derived from the whole food matrix. MannaBar is
sweetened with natural sugars, including brown rice syrup, honey, fructose
and fruit puree. These sweeteners, combined with natural carbohydrates from
oat, soy and fruit pieces, are absorbed slowly by the body, having little
impact on blood sugar levels.
MannaBar is available in two flavors -- chocolate as well as fruit and
yogurt. The snack bar currently is only being sold in the United States.
Consumers may obtain this healthy new snack by contacting one of
Mannatech's independent Associates. Consumers may call Mannatech toll free
at 1-800-281-4469 to be put in touch with an Associate in their area.
Founded in 1993, Mannatech is a leading wellness company and a pioneer in
the field of proprietary glyconutritional supplements and wellness
products. The company announced a ground-breaking formulation in 1996 of a
nutritional supplement comprised of a unique blend of plant-based sugars,
which are also known as glyconutrients ('glyco' is the Greek word for
'sweet').
Medical research acknowledges that eight glyconutrient sugars are needed at
the cellular level for optimum immune system function. Considering that six
of these glyconutrients are often lacking in modern diets, Mannatech sought
new and better sources of the nutrients. The effort culminated in 1996 with
the Ambrotose complex.
Ten years of research, including in vitro studies, animal studies, human
case reports and small human clinical studies, suggest that Ambrotose
provides a wide range of support for immune system functions. More than 20
patents worldwide -- including one from the U.S. Patent and Trademark
Office -- have been issued to Mannatech for technology related to the
Ambrotose formulation.
Today Mannatech has more than two dozen glyconutritional products for
adults and children that address health and nutrition, sports performance,
weight management and skin care.
About Mannatech, Incorporated
Mannatech, Incorporated is a global wellness solutions provider that
develops innovative, high-quality, proprietary nutritional supplements,
topical and skin care products, and weight management products that are
sold through approximately 526,000 independent associates and members
located in the United States and the international markets of Canada,
Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea,
Taiwan, Denmark and Germany. For additional information about Mannatech,
please visit www.mannatech.com.