Selling weight-loss products with big claims
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What triggers it
Selling or marketing products or services for weight loss or muscle gain that are prone to misuse and risky, or any such product promoted with exaggerated or harmful claims (e.g. unrealistic results).
What TikTok says
“Any product or service promoted with exaggerated or harmful claims, such as unrealistic weight loss results”
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How to fix it
Drop the product promotion or the result claims. Licensed medical businesses should use a verified business account where TikTok allows it.
Good to know
Look for 'lose 10 lbs in a week', appetite suppressants, fat burners, detox teas, unprescribed weight-loss injections, plus a link, code or 'DM to buy'.
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