The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suggests you ask these important questions of any weight loss program you are considering:
- What is the cost?
- Are there any additional fees?
- Do I have to pay for food or supplements?
- Do you give refunds?
- Are there any health risks to this program?
- Do you have data you can show me about the effectiveness of this program?
- Do you offer maintenance support?
- What kind of professional or medical supervision is provided?
- What are the credentials of the program's staff or leaders?
- What is required on this program (e.g. menus, counseling visits, meal replacement bars)?
