WNI Schiff Nutrition International, Inc.

SALT LAKE CITY, April 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. (NYSE:WNI), a pioneer and leader in the nutritional supplement category, proudly announces that its three glucosamine joint care supplement products passed the Voluntary Certification Program administered by independent testing organization ConsumerLab.com. Schiff Glucosamine 2000 mg tablets, Schiff Glucosamine 2000 mg gelcaps and Schiff Glucosamine Plus MSM each received passing scores on a battery of tests conducted by ConsumerLab.com for: * Identity: Does the product meet recognized standards of quality and does the product meet the level of quality claimed on the label? * Strength (quantity): Does the product contain the amount of ingredient claimed on the label? * Purity: Is the product free of common contaminants? * Availability: Does the product break apart properly so that it may be used by the body? Additional information on the testing and the results can be found at http://www.consumerlab.com/. "Consumers can be assured that these Schiff products contain the claimed amounts of the highest quality natural ingredients," said Luke Bucci, PhD, vice president of research for Schiff. "From our laboratory research of supplement formulas, to our sourcing and testing of raw materials at our state-of the-art manufacturing facility, to our rigorous standards for quality assurance, Schiff guarantees the purity and potency of our products so that consumers know their health is in trusted hands." Glucosamine, one of the most popular nutritional supplements in the United States, helps provide the building blocks for healthy cartilage and maintain structural integrity of joints and connective tissue. Glucosamine is a building block for joint fluid, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, membranes and blood vessels. Schiff's Glucosamine products, along with the company's flagship line of Move Free(R) Advanced joint care formulas, are available at grocery stores, mass retailers, club stores and drug stores nationwide. About Schiff Schiff Nutrition International, Inc., a leader in the dietary supplement industry since its beginnings 70 years ago, is one of the most trusted and respected nutrition companies due to its focus on research, innovations and delivery of high quality supplements. A pioneer in the glucosamine/chondroitin category, Schiff is the maker of Move Free(R) joint care supplements. Schiff emphasizes the use of the finest ingredients to ensure that its products meet strict standards for labeled potency, purity and stability. Based in Salt Lake City, Schiff develops, manufactures, markets and sells branded and private label vitamins and nutritional supplements in the United States and throughout the world. For more information, consumers may call 1-800-526-6251 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MDT or visit http://www.schiffvitamins.com/. About ConsumerLab.com ConsumerLab.com is a leading provider of consumer information and independent evaluations of products that affect health and nutrition. The company is privately held and based in Westchester, New York. It has no ownership from, or interest in, companies that manufacture, distribute, or sell consumer products. ConsumerLab.com is affiliated with PharmacyChecker.com, an evaluator of online pharmacies, and MedicareDrugPlans.com, which reviews and rates Medicare Part D plans. Subscription to ConsumerLab.com is available online. For group subscriptions or product testing contact Lisa Sabin, Vice President for Business Development, at . MEDIA CONTACT: Max Martens, Porter Novelli, (310) 444-7000 DATASOURCE: Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. CONTACT: Max Martens of Porter Novelli, +1-310-444-7000, , for Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. Web site: http://www.consumerlab.com/ Web site: http://www.schiffvitamins.com/

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