Progresso’s press release promotes their product as “a fun, savory candy Soup Drop” inspired by their Chicken Noodle Soup. MC Comings, VP and Business Unit Director for Progresso at General Mills, stated, “We took the beloved flavors of our Progresso Chicken Noodle Soup and packed them into a fun, savory candy for a totally new way to enjoy the taste you love whenever and wherever you want.”  

Davis, however, sees the resemblance as more than coincidental. "Progresso’s product announcement comes suspiciously close to our innovative launch," Davis said. “JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops provide a unique, fast-acting solution for cough and sore throat relief by combining the therapeutic effects of chicken soup and menthol. It’s disappointing to see a household brand like Progresso mimic our design and concept.”  

JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops were unveiled over the High Holy Days and Shabbat שַׁבָּת שׁוּבָה, aligning with a longstanding cultural recognition of chicken soup as a natural remedy. The cough drops have been widely lauded for providing relief from upper respiratory symptoms, a tradition dating back to the 12th century when the Jewish physician Moshe ben Maimonides extolled chicken soup’s medicinal benefits.  

The Legacy of Chicken Soup as Medicine 

“Your Jewish grandmother may have unknowingly tapped into a scientifically supported remedy for colds with her chicken soup,” Davis said. “Modern research backs up what we’ve known for centuries—chicken soup contains anti-inflammatory properties that may ease symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections.”  

Davis referenced a study published in the CHEST journal that highlighted chicken soup’s medicinal potential. However, he emphasized that Progresso's actions dilute the originality and authenticity behind his product, which has been carefully crafted to deliver both taste and therapeutic effects.  

Taking Action 

Consumers and industry professionals are encouraged to reach out to Progresso Soup to express their concerns about its copycat practices. Contact:  

Ali Barzyk 

Email: Ali.Barzyk@edelman.com  

For more information about JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops and their innovative health benefits, visit https://jewishpenicillincoughdrops.blogspot.com.  

Listen to the Full Statement Stream of this press release on Spotify: Spotify Link https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Ck9GyoFnX6h5B0pXs9SPw   

Nautilus Biotech Corporation, led by CEO Richard H. Davis, has accused Progresso Soup of releasing a "knock-off" product with their limited-edition chicken soup-flavored "Soup Drops," closely resembling the innovative JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops launched in November 2022. Combining the cold-fighting properties of chicken soup and menthol, the JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops provide fast relief for coughs and sore throats while drawing on the centuries-old tradition of chicken soup as a remedy. Davis highlights the originality and scientific backing behind his patent-pending product and urges Progresso to address these concerns, while inviting consumers to recognize the authenticity of Nautilus’s creation.

About Nautilus Biotech Corporation

Nautilus Biotech Corporation is committed to developing cutting-edge, scientifically backed remedies for common health challenges. The company's flagship product, JEWISH PENICILLIN™ Cough Drops, combines tradition and innovation to provide fast-acting relief for coughs and sore throats. +1 ‪(212) 347-0550‬. 

• Richard H. Davis, President and CEO of Nautilus Biotech Corporation

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