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Excellent Source of Omega-3s EPA/DHA and 170% Daily Requirement of Vitamin E

PARAMUS, N.J., Feb. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Smart Balance, Inc. (Nasdaq: SMBL) today announced that it will launch Smart Balance(TM) Milk in supermarkets in the New York City and Albany metro areas and New England during the first quarter of 2009. Smart Balance(TM) Milk, available in four varieties and currently sold in Florida and Georgia, tastes rich and creamy, is low in saturated fat and is fortified with Omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin E and added calcium and protein.

"We create products for health-conscious consumers who are in pursuit of delicious, flavorful food," said Greg Venner, executive vice president and chief consumer officer for Smart Balance, Inc. "Our milk comes in fat-free and 1% lowfat varieties -- all with added nutritional benefits. We think 2% drinkers will enjoy the creaminess of our fat-free varieties and whole milk drinkers will like the rich, creamy taste and lower fat content of our 1% lowfat varieties."

The company plans to introduce Smart Balance(TM) Milk to the New York City and Albany metro areas in February, followed by the New England region in March. Distribution in New England would include the following metro areas: Boston and Springfield, Mass.; Bangor, Portland and Presque Isle, Maine; Burlington, Vt.; Manchester, N.H.; Hartford, Conn. and Providence, R.I.

Smart Balance(TM) Milk is an excellent source of Omega-3s EPA/DHA, which are essential for supporting cardiovascular health, healthy brain function and overall health maintenance. As another added benefit, Smart Balance(TM) Milk delivers 170% of the recommended daily value of Vitamin E in each serving.

Smart Balance(TM) Milk, with no hormones added and no antibiotics,* is available in four varieties. Th
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