Over 11,500 customers who bought Double Shot weight loss supplements can expect to receive refund checks soon as part of a settlement agreement between the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and companies run by Manon Fernet. The $500,000 settlement is a result
of a complaint filed against Fernet and her company, Freedom Center Against Obesity, for deceptive claims that users can eat as much as they want of any type of food and still lose between 15 and 20 pounds without exercise, simply by taking Double Shot.
According to the
FTC’s announcement, Rust Consulting, Inc., redress administrator for this case, will mail refund checks to eligible consumers beginning February 20, 2015. Recipients are encouraged to cash their refund checks by April 21, 2015, or the check will be void.
Consumers can call 866-684-6674 with questions about the refund.
Visit Business Consumer Alliance’s reliability report on F-rated
Freedom Center Against Obesity for information on the FTC complaint and settlement and for tips on evaluating health claims. Don’t forget to join BCA’s Consumer Ally program to stay up-to-date on the latest consumer alerts, scams, and tips.
About the Author:
Nicole Pitts is a Senior Business Analyst and Editor for Business Consumer Alliance. She has been with the organization for 12 years and specializes in report writing, business evaluation, and investigations. Nicole corresponds with businesses regarding
complaint trends and provides suggestions to help them alleviate problem areas that may cause concern. She also conducts advertisement reviews, reports on government enforcement actions, and assists government agencies and the media in obtaining information.
She enjoys reading, movies, and spending time with her family. Nicole can be reached by email at npitts@businessconsumeralliance.org.