HEALTH & NUTRITION SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF CARB CUTTER PHASE 2"

WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, FEBRUARY 18, 2003 -- Health & Nutrition Systems (OTCBB:HNNS), the marketer and distributor of Carb Cutter, announce the introduction of Carb Cutter Phase 2", a scientifically proven all-natural product designed to control the absorption of starch calories. This new carbohydrate fighting formula is the latest brand extension of Carb Cutter, the original, clinically tested product for the conversion of carbohydrates into energy and #1 brand of carbohydrate supplements in America.

Carb Cutter Phase 2" contains Phaseolamin 2250, an extract of the northern white kidney bean, which has been clinically and scientifically proven to reduce the absorption of starch calories found in foods such as potatoes, breads, pasta, rice, corn, and crackers. In clinical trials sponsored by Pharmachem Laboratories, Phase 2 has been shown to effectively neutralize 2,250 calories or 500 grams of starch!

Health & Nutrition Systems is a leading nutritional supplement company with a unique variety of clinically tested diet products designed to meet consumers specific needs. In addition to Carb Cutter, Health & Nutrition Systems diverse product line includes Acutrim Natural; Eat Less; Fat Cutter Plus; and Thin Tab.