Have you seen these ads? They’re everywhere, each time with a different name for the same woman and her “weight loss blog” which is actually barely disguised marketing.

I’ve noticed them as I was visiting different sites for work, and couldn’t believe the blatant lying. I mentioned it to Eric and it just so happened that on that same evening he saw a post on the consumerist about it. It turns out they have a whole section on scams having to do with the acai berry.

Then I saw the ad above and thought, well, they’re using a different model now. But it links to the previous model’s blog!

Anyway, my point in all this is that a lot of people get caught up in the latest diet or weight loss secret or miracle food. I think that can be dangerous because they are trying to find a quick fix scheme rather than creating a healthy lifestyle. Marketing companies know this and will do anything to suck you into believing their lies. Don’t get fooled by Nicholle (or whatever her name is), and ask your real live doctor about these kinds of things before you shell out a bunch of money. Don’t trust someone because they’re a famous doctor on TV.

Okay, now I’ll get off my soapbox and let you get on yours. Have you been tricked before? Do you believe in miracle weight loss solutions?