FTC Sue Acai Tricksters

ftc sue acai tricksters

The is getting a lot of attention because of its amazing benefits for your health. There are many ways that it will help you to become a healthier person. This also makes you feel better, you will feel more energetic and clear headed as you go about your day.

The Acai Berry contains a lot of fiber which will help you to cleanse built up blockage out of your system and become regular. It also has a lot of antioxidants that will help to improve your health while it slows down the aging process.

With the amount of wonderful nutrients that the Acai Berry contains, it’s easy to see why it is so beneficial to your health. It will keep you feeling better from the moment you wake up until the moment that you go to sleep. You will get a better night’s sleep, wake up refreshed, and get through your day with much more ease once you begin taking the Acai Berry.

FTC strikes new blow in battle against Acai Berry Scams

The following news release was posted on the FTC website yesterday. It’s a much anticipated and necessary blow (although very late) in the battle against the plethora of Acai Berry Scams that have been preying on desperate consumers for nearly 2 years now.

The headline does sounds promising, but if you read the news release, you see they are announcing a lawsuit against a SINGLE COMPANY! There are dozens of companies participating in these scams. We do hope the message being sent will scare some others out of the business, but if prior such actions are any indication, we doubt it. Check back next week and we’ll have an update on the repercussions.

FTC to Announce Action Against Internet Marketers of Acai Berry Weight-Loss Pills and “Colon Cleansers”
Millions of consumers who are anxious to lose weight or prevent cancer have seen the ads: “…USE WITH CAUTION! Major weight loss in short periods of time may occur,” or “detoxify your organs,” and break down and remove “toxic waste matter which may have been stuck in the folds and wrinkles of your digestive system for years and years.” Come and learn from the victims themselves what the “free” trials of these products have cost, and how the Federal Trade Commission and the business community are taking action.

WHAT:
The Federal Trade Commission will hold a press conference on Monday, August 16, 2010, at 10 a.m., to announce a lawsuit against a company that marketed acai berry weight-loss supplements and “colon cleansing” supplements by promising consumers “free” trials of the products.

WHO:
David C. Vladeck, Director, FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection Martin Elliott, Senior Business Leader, Payment System Risk, Visa Inc. Two consumers who lost money on “free” trial offers promised by this company.

WHEN:
Monday, August 16, 2010, 10 a.m. (The room will be open 30 minutes early for media set up.)

WHERE:
Federal Trade Commission, Midwest Region
55 West Monroe Street, Suite 1825
Chicago, Illinois

Call-in Information:
The toll-free phone number in the U.S. and Canada is (866) 363-9013, the confirmation number is 94253184, and the chairperson is Gail Kingsland. The lines, which are for media only, will open at 9:45 a.m. CST. Please reference the confirmation number when joining the call.

PRESS CONTACT:
FTC Office of Public Affairs
202-326-2180

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