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The Consumer Advice Center is hosting an information booth on the market square in Halle on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM. The event aims to provide clarity on the often misunderstood topic of nutritional supplements.

With the number of people taking nutritional supplements on the rise, there is a growing need for accurate information. One common misconception is that nutritional supplements are over-the-counter and officially approved drugs. However, the Consumer Center is clear that this is not the case.

The food sector has been discussing nutritional supplements, and the Consumer Center is stepping in to provide guidance. They will offer advice on dealing with misleading nutritional supplement offers, as well as information on protecting oneself from such offers.

The Consumer Center will also provide guidance on how to behave if an order for nutritional supplements has already been placed. This is especially important in light of reports that some nutritional supplements are promoted using celebrities without their knowledge.

Promotion of nutritional supplements is not uncommon, but it can be deceptive. The Consumer Center has noted the use of fake newspaper articles, social media advertising, and AI-generated content to promote nutritional supplements. The information booth will provide advice on how to spot these misleading tactics.

Suggesting a medical effect for nutritional supplements is considered illegal by the Consumer Center. They emphasize that while nutritional supplements can contribute to a balanced diet, they should not be used as a substitute for medical advice.

The Consumer Center encourages everyone to visit the information booth on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025, to learn more about nutritional supplements and how to stay safe. The information booth will be operational from 10 o'clock to 14 o'clock on the market square in Halle.