Introducing Three Exciting New Ways To Enjoy Your Soy

WestSoy Proudly Announces the Arrival of its Newest Additions ˆê Soy Smoothies, Soy Shakes and Green Tea Chai

ANAHEIM, CA (March 7, 2001) -- The Hain Celestial Group, the leading natural and organic food company in the U.S., is thrilled to introduce three innovative products from WestSoy that make it easy for the whole family to enjoy soy. WestSoy Smoothies, Shakes and Green Tea Chai will be making their first public appearances March 9-11 at the Hain Celestial Group booth (#3756) at the Natural Product Expo West in Anaheim, California.

The new WestSoy Smoothies are a blend of fruit and soy -- thick, creamy and delicious! They are available in two fabulous flavors: Tropical Whip (a blend of orange and pineapple) and Berry Banana (a mix of bananas, strawberries, blackberries and cherries). In addition to providing an excellent source of calcium and a good source of fiber, and being low fat, low sodium and cholesterol free, Smoothies are a great-tasting, healthy snack for parents and kids to share together. The easy-to-pour screw top spouts also help prevent spills, and they fit easily into a refrigerator or cabinet, where they can be stored for up to a year prior to opening. WestSoy Smoothies will retail for approximately $1.99-$2.49 per 32 oz serving and will be available in natural food and grocery stores nationwide in June 2001.

WestSoy Shakes, are a delicious version of an American classic. Available in chocolate and vanilla flavors, they're rich and decadent like old-fashioned soda fountain drinks! Additionally, WestSoy Shakes are an excellent source of calcium and a good source of fiber and contain 6 grams of soy protein per serving. (According to the FDA, diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease.) WestSoy Shakes will retail for approximately $1.99-$2.49 per 32 oz serving and will be available in natural food and grocery stores nationwide in June 2001.

WestSoy Green Tea Chai, an unusual fusion of green tea and creamy soymilk, offers a delicious sweetened tea latte. This irresistible combination of vanilla and cinnamon tastes great served hot or cold and is low fat, low sodium and cholesterol free. Green Tea Chai will retail for approximately $1.99 and will be available in natural food and grocery stores nationwide in June 2001.

"As the soy beverage category continues to grow, we here at WestSoy are thrilled to expand upon our already extensive line by adding these delicious, ready-to-drink products the whole family can enjoy" said Maureen Putman, Vice President of Marketing, Hain Celestial Group. "Whether you are looking to add soy protein to your diet, or just looking for a refreshing treat, WestSoy's new Smoothies, Shakes and Green Tea Chai appeal to just about everyone!"

WestSoy also offers a full line of soy beverages (in Plain, Vanilla and Chocolate) available in four varieties with different fat contents: Plus (which is the nutritional equivalent of whole milk, with less fat and cholesterol), Lite (1 percent), Low Fat and Non-Fat. WestSoy Smart Plus, which launched in November 2000, is packed with 11 grams of soy protein per serving, which is 33 percent more protein than is found in whole milk.