NEW YORK, Feb 01, 2006 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Today, Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. (ANI) announced the appointment of a board of directors to govern the company as it implements a new business strategy focused on providing great-tasting portable foods with a unique nutrition advantage to healthy, active men and women.

"We are fortunate to welcome a talented and experienced group of executives," said Mark S. Rodriguez, president and chief executive officer. "Their strong backgrounds and world-class experience will provide invaluable counsel as we implement a financially sound business strategy that focuses on developing products that appeal to a broader spectrum of consumers while delivering a unique nutrition advantage versus the competition."

Read more about Atkins Nutritionals' new board of directors at http://www.npicenter.com.