The Hundred Years War: The Fight Against Weight Loss Fraud

AGG Intellectual Property of counsel Rich Cleland authored an article for Food and Drug Law Institute (“FDLI”) examining the long-running enforcement challenges tied to weight loss fraud.

Weight loss products have long been a focus of regulatory scrutiny due to persistent deceptive marketing practices and consumer protection concerns. Federal agencies, including the Federal Trade Commission and FDA, continue to prioritize enforcement in this area, particularly as new products and platforms expand consumer reach.

In the article, Rich analyzes why weight loss fraud persists, noting that “the fight against weight loss fraud has been ongoing for decades, yet deceptive claims continue to reappear in new forms.” He explains how recurring patterns of misleading representations and evolving marketing strategies complicate regulatory efforts.

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