NBTY, Inc. reported net income of $30 million for the first quarter, up 26% from $24 million last year.

NBTY, Inc. reported net income of $30 million for the first quarter, up 26% from $24 million last year.

The nutritional supplements manufacturer and direct marketer reported sales of $420 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, up 9% from $385 million last year.

The Bohemia, NY firm reported direct response/Puritan's Pride sales of $45 million, up 28% from $35 million last year.