Currently, a lawsuit has been filed against zarbee’s by Krystal Lopez, who claimed that zarbee’s mislabels its melatonin. The lawsuit claims that the company misrepresented its melatonin as a natural supplement that helps people to sleep, but actually contains chemicals that may cause cancer.
LC-MS analysis of zarbee’s melatonin
Using a Triple quadrupole LC-MS system with an ESI source (Agilent Ultivo-ESI) for the analysis of melatonin-D4 in plasma has proven to be effective. The Ultivo-ESI has the analytical sensitivity to meet the needs of researchers requiring low ppt level research quantification of melatonin in plasma. The Ultivo-ESI offers a fit-for-purpose instrument that is economical, easy to use, and requires minimal sample preparation.
The ion source conditions were capillary temperature 350 deg C, heater temperature 300 deg C, and final MS conditions were 40 psi. GS1 and GS2 were set to acquire a full MS scan in positive ion mode. The collision gas was 10 psi. For MS optimization, the parameters were set to improve analysis. The internal standard solution was set to 1 x 10-7 mol*L-1.
Melatonin is a neurohormone that is produced by the body to regulate sleep and mood. It has been reported in many edible plants and is a precursor to serotonin. Various studies have shown that consumption of foodstuffs containing melatonin and serotonin can increase blood levels of these neurotransmitters. This suggests that consuming these substances may be beneficial to human health. It has also been reported that melatonin may play a role in the detoxification of Cd. More studies are needed to examine this possibility.
Alleged mislabeling of zarbee’s melatonin
Currently, there are lawsuits against manufacturers of melatonin products for allegedly mislabeling their products. The product’s label must tell consumers what the active ingredient is, how much it should be taken, and what the underlying benefits are. Melatonin is a neurohormone that helps regulate the brain’s sleep cycle. It is commonly prescribed to help people fall asleep, but excessive dosage can cause unwanted side effects. Melatonin supplements are available at popular retailers across the country. Melatonin is an effective sleep aid, but manufacturers have to be careful to accurately label their products.
Various state consumer protection laws are being used to sue Zarbee’s for allegedly mislabeling its melatonin products. The lawsuit alleges the company is violating several state consumer protection acts, including the California Unfair Competition Law, the California Consumer Protection Act, the California Food and Drug Act, and the California Occupational Safety and Health Act. The class action lawsuit also alleges that Zarbee’s systematically misrepresents the amount of melatonin in its products.
The lawsuit also claims that Zarbee’s melatonin supplement was included in testing conducted by a university mass spectrometry laboratory. The lab found that Zarbee’s melatonin had a higher level of melatonin than was advertised on the product’s label. It also found that the melatonin supplement’s dosage was over twice as high as its stated amount.
Krystal Lopez filed a class action lawsuit against zarbee’s
During a recent study, researchers found that most over-the-counter supplements did not contain the amount of melatonin they claimed. In fact, the only supplement that actually contained the claimed amount of melatonin was a Zarbee’s product. However, the company is defending against a class action lawsuit filed by Krystal Lopez.
Basically, the lawsuit claims that the company’s melatonin supplement is overdosed. On average, the company’s gummies contained 2.13 mg of melatonin, far in excess of the amount contained on the label. It also claims that Zarbee’s gummies contain about twice the amount of melatonin they say they do, thereby misleading consumers into thinking they are getting a high dose.
Ultimately, the company is seeking injunctive relief to correct the flaws in its product. It also wants punitive damages. In addition, the company is accused of violating several state consumer protection laws. Among the most common are the Fair Trade Act and the False Advertising Law.
Krystal Lopez is a 35-year-old mother of three who filed the suit on behalf of herself and other consumers. The product she is suing for is Zarbee’s Children’s Sleep Gummies. Interestingly, the company’s gummies were tested by a university laboratory and found to contain more melatonin than they claimed. However, the company did not respond to a request for comment.
