Mannatech, Incorporated is a global wellness solution provider. The Company develops and sells a range of nutritional supplements, topical and skin care products, and weight-management products that target optimal health and wellness. The Company also sells a range of sales aids for its network of independent associates and members, also called current independent associates and members, through which it distributes its products. As of December 31, 2008, the Company had approximately 531,000 independent associates and members who have purchased its products within the last 12 months. During the year ended December 31, 2008, the Company launched BounceBack capsules, a proteolytic enzyme and phytosterol dietary supplement, and OsoLean powder, a version of whey protein peptide technology.