Legitimacy checklist
- Does the checkout identify what you are buying and the total price?
- Can you see or obtain the current Supplement Facts panel?
- Do the ingredients on the sales page match the bottle label?
- Are refund terms specific enough to follow?
- Is there a real merchant or support contact?
- Are weight-loss claims qualified rather than guaranteed?
Marketing red flags
Be skeptical of guaranteed rapid weight loss, claims that a supplement works like a prescription drug, celebrity endorsements you cannot verify, or claims that “FDA registered” means “FDA approved.” FTC guidance says health claims need adequate scientific substantiation.
What “FDA” wording really means
FDA does not approve dietary supplements for safety and effectiveness before they are sold. A facility’s registration status is not the same as product approval.
A reasonable decision rule
If the exact label, merchant identity or order terms are unclear, do not rely on urgency. If those details are clear and you still want the product, use the merchant checkout and keep a copy of the terms shown when you buy.