瘦身咖啡、增高粉别再信了 官方提示普通食品不能宣称保健功能

Core Viewpoint - The market regulatory authorities and consumer associations in China have issued a warning to consumers about the misleading claims made by some online sellers regarding ordinary food products being marketed as health supplements or having disease prevention and treatment effects [1][4]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework - There is a strict distinction between ordinary food, health food, and pharmaceuticals according to Chinese laws and regulations [2]. - Labels and instructions for food and food additives must not contain false information or mention disease prevention or treatment functions [3]. - Health food is not a substitute for medical treatment, and various laws prohibit false or misleading commercial promotions of food products [4]. Group 2: Consumer Guidance - Consumers should be cautious of ordinary food being misrepresented as health food and should recognize the packaging labels that indicate whether a product is ordinary food, health food, or a pharmaceutical [4]. - When purchasing health food, consumers should look for the "blue hat" symbol and select products based on their health functions and suitable demographics, following the label instructions [5]. - It is advised to purchase health food from reputable e-commerce platforms and avoid unverified sources such as social media or small programs, as well as to buy from legitimate stores and request invoices or receipts [6].