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Promoters of health products have to tell about themselves too, celebrities advised to avoid making claims
The Consumer Ministry, in its guidelines issued on Thursday, has also said that in case of violation, penalty can be imposed under the provisions. According to the guidelines, certified doctors, health and fitness experts from recognized institutions will also be required to state that they are doctors or fitness experts while sharing information or promoting products-services, or making any kind of claim related to health.
When promoting a product or service as a health expert or doctor, it will be important for influencers and digital influencers to introduce themselves as well. The central government has advised influential people to avoid making health-related claims without concrete facts.
The government believes that during the promotion of any product, it should be clear whether the person telling is a doctor or a health expert or it is just his personal opinion. There should be a clear distinction between a professional advisor and an expert.
The Consumer Ministry, in its guidelines issued on Thursday, has also said that in case of violation, penalty can be imposed under the provisions. According to the guidelines, certified doctors, health and fitness experts from recognized institutions will also be required to state that they are doctors or fitness experts while sharing information or promoting products and services, or making any kind of claim related to health.
