Poppi Faces Fresh Class Action Against Health Claims

Poppi is facing its second class action this year taking aim at its purported nutrition credentials, as a lawsuit filed this week in California alleges the prebiotic soda brand’s sugar content more than offsets any gut health benefits.

California Approves Hemp THC Ban

Hemp-derived THC beverages and edibles are now officially off limits in California after the state's Office of Administrative Law approved Gov. Gavin Newsom's proposed emergency ban on Monday.

Danone Makes $283M Offer to Purchase Lifeway Foods [Updated]

Danone SA is making a move to acquire leading kefir manufacturer Lifeway Foods, offering $283 million, or $25 per share, for the publicly traded company, according to a Schedule 13D form filed yesterday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.