"With today's enforcement action, the Office of the Attorney General seeks to shut down an elaborate scheme to defraud innocent consumers across the nation," Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott said in a written statement. According to the Office of the Attorney General, exaggerated claims relating to the therapeutic benefits of Mannatech's dietary supplements and products were used to unlawfully mislead consumers with cancer, Down's syndrome, cystic fibrosis and other serious illnesses. The Coppell, Texas-based company announced it is taking action to meet with the state's requirements. "We are aware of the situation and will be taking appropriate action to address any issues or concerns from the Texas Attorney General's office," said Mannatech president, Terry Persinger, in an official statement. "We take matters of this nature very seriously and intend to cooperate to reach a resolution."