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ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Wish-Bone is introducing four new salad dressing flavors.

In an effort to promote eating healthy this year, Wish-Bone said its new Greek vinaigrette, Bruschetta Italian, Superfruit Berry vinaigrette and Mediterranean Italian dressings are sure to make every salad tasty.

The new Wish-Bone dressings come in a 16-oz. size — Greek vinaigrette also is available in an 8-oz. size — and will hit store shelves nationwide this month. Each flavor will carry a suggested retail price of $2.89.

WINCHESTER, Va. — Oasis Brands said that its bath tissue brand is continuing its sales momentum.

Oasis said that while its Paseo bath tissue currently is available in select markets, it is one of the fastest-growing brands in the United States over the past six months, according to Nielsen sales data.

Additional sales figures, according to the company, included:

• Paseo is the fastest-growing brand in the United States, with dollar sales having grown by 210% in the last 24 weeks, versus a year ago;

CINCINNATI — As an official sponsor of the National Football League, Procter & Gamble has donated $300,000 to the NFL's campaign to fight childhood obesity and promote health and wellness among kids nationwide.

Through P&G's donation, NFL Play 60 has allowed the league to create health centers, rehab playgrounds, purchase sports equipment and help thousands of children lead happier, healthier lives, according to the company.

LUTRY, Switzerland — Nestlé Health Sciences completed its acquisition of a company that develops "medical foods" for such medical conditions as kidney disease, inflammatory bowel disease and colon cancer.

NEW YORK — HappyFamily, an organic baby food brand, has launched a line of portable baked organic cheese, veggie and whole grain snacks.

HappyMunchies are available in two varieties: organic cheddar cheese with carrot, and organic broccoli, kale and cheddar cheese.

HappyMunchies have a suggested retail price of $2.99 per 1.63-oz. canister.

NEW YORK — Gluten-free products, once regarded as a niche category, have become mainstream, according to new research by Packaged Facts.

The Packaged Facts report, "Gluten-Free Foods and Beverages in the U.S., Third Edition," found that the gluten-free food and beverage market reached an estimated $2.6 billion in retail sales in 2010. Packaged Facts added that it projects the gluten-free products market will grow to $6 billion in 2015.

LOS ANGELES — In honor of American Heart Month, Diet Coke has teamed up with supermodel and reality show host Heidi Klum to raise awareness and funds for women's heart health education and research.

New twists on classic candy brands helped propel dollar sales in the chocolate candy segment ahead nearly 10%. An increase in prices contributed to the dollar sales gain, but a big boost came from line extensions and limited-edition flavors.

“The old standbys are comfort brands for consumers, and manufacturers continue to trade off their following with new products,” said Lisbeth Echeandia, VP trade marketing of consulting firm Frey Enterprises.