Core Viewpoint - The Hunan Provincial Market Supervision Administration has issued a consumer alert regarding the risks associated with functional foods claiming to "cleanse the intestines" and "aid in weight loss," highlighting the illegal addition of senna leaves in these products, which pose health risks to consumers [1][2]. Group 1: Risks of Illegal Additives - The high-risk product categories for illegal addition of senna leaves are primarily those claiming "laxative," "weight loss," and "detoxification," with the highest risk found in substitute teas and weight loss teas, where 90% of illegal addition cases are concentrated [2] - Other products such as enzyme plums and fiber gummies also present significant risks, targeting different consumer groups with misleading claims of "natural fermentation" and "zero-calorie snacks" [2] - Solid beverages, tablet candies, and functional drinks are also at risk, often misleading consumers with false advertising about "imported ingredients" and "no additives," while concealing illegal components like senna leaf extracts [2] Group 2: Consumer Awareness and Identification - Consumers can identify and prevent the purchase of products containing illegal additives by looking for key indicators, such as claims of "3-day laxative" or "7-day detox," which likely indicate illegal additions [2] - To verify product safety, consumers should check for the "blue hat" symbol and the "National Food Health Registration" number on health foods, as ordinary foods claiming health benefits are illegal [3] - It is recommended to purchase from reputable pharmacies, large supermarkets, or official online stores to ensure product traceability and after-sales support, while avoiding high-risk channels like personal purchases and unregulated online platforms [3]