FTC orders weight loss ad changes for Slim-Quik device
The Federal Trade Commission said users must be warned about health risks and ads must stop claiming instant inch loss from the Slim-Quik kit. The order targets TV commercials that depicted rapid waist and body reductions without diet or exercise.
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FTC settlement bars obesity treatment claims by Trim-A-Way and Frost entities
Under a negotiated settlement the company cannot claim body wrapping devices or methods safely produce permanent body reduction or be safe for all users. Advertising must warn that those with circulation problems varicose veins phlebitis or diabetes should consult a physician. Named parties include Stewart Frost Inc New York City Stuart Frost Inc Fort Lee Alvin Meyer Elaine Nelson Trim-A-Way Figure Contouring Ltd Scarsdale NY and Sam Bernard. The FTC states Trim-A-Way and Bernard set up the Frost corporations and officers to run the Sim Quick program.
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Stewart Frost Inc
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Stuart Frost Inc
Fort Lee
Alvin Meyer
Elaine Nelson
Trim-A-Way Figure Contouring Ltd
Scarsdale
N.Y
Sam Bernard
FTC
Trim-A Way
Bernard
Frost Corporations
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