Atkins' weight loss empire goes belly up

August 17, 2005 in Food Companies, Manufacturing and Trends, Nutrition Topics in the News

Atkins' weight loss empire goes belly up

Atkins Nutritionals has filed for bankruptcy this month, and the low-carb manufacturer hopes to reinvent itself through the evolution of its brand beyond the carb-conscious product niche. Will consumers see the Atkins brand as synonymous with better food and better nutrition? Keep an eye out for new marketing, advertising, and packaging promoting “superior nutrition” through Atkins products: those that are high in protein, contain no added sugar or sugar alcohols, and with a low glycemic index.

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