judging the validity of health products and services Flashcards
In 2008, 38 million Americans ended up using a poy health product, ranging from cough to impotence to diabetes to cancer treatments. Many of these fraudulent products center on weight loss. They usually claim to have special ingredients that give instant relief from the problems you are suffering from. They don’t go through clinical trials but instead spend thousands of dollars on infomercial videos and use celebrities to endorse their products. They even hire actors to play doctors who endorse their product. Its safes to use recognized health services such as primary care doctors or specialists, clinics, dentists, community centers, and health clubs
Fraudulent products
Can be very influential, especially when you are in your teen. we call this the tendency to want to be like everyone else the bandwagon effect. Might directly tell you to buy product or service because they thought it was great. They can also influence you indirectly, such as when you see them get excited about a product
Peers
Not all herbal or so called natural products are safe. The preservatives or chemicals they may contain to increase their shelf life could cause negative side effects. they may not have been clinically tested at all, or might have been tested by unauthorized labs. its always prudent to read the fine print of their cliams
Advertisng and media
Poepl often figure ut how much they are willing t spend for a particular item and then compare different brands available within that price range.. THey then biy the brand that gves the best performance for their money
Cost
becuase health products directly affect your health you shul dknow how safe they are. Make sure you read all the safety-related information and instructions before you make your purchase
Safety
Many people buy health products based on the claims that manufactures make. Such claims are often exaggerated. Look for products that dotn make incredible promises
Claims
Generally branded products cost more then non branded, or generic, products. That does not mean they are better though,, The generic an branded drugs do the same thing, however, the brand name drus are usually more expenisve
Generic vs. Brand-naem
If a person you respect or consider trustworthy and knowledgeable recommends a product, you are more elieky to but it
Personal Recommendation
People may consider a health product reliable because they are familiar with its brand name and track record or because of the reliability of the shop where its from
Reliability
Many people rely on professional reviews as it is a good idea to look up professional reviews of health products, because such reviews are less likely y be biased then advertisements of personal recommendations and are more likely to be objective
Professional reviews
YOu should read the labels thouroughly befor ebuying products. Labels are a good source of information for helping you decide whether the product meets your requirements. You need to read the warning or precautiions carefully. They will tell you what harm this product can cause under certain conditions or if not used properly
Product labels
Has become alarge market for companies becuase of it efficient and low cost advertising and opportunities for e-commerce. Marketing companies can gather information about the hobbies and interests of specific groups and what they will purchase online, then advertise to those users
The internet
usually promote a business or a serive are are among the most common on the internet. Their internet addresses end with .com. Since most are commercial enterprises, .com websites may be biased when providing info about products, so you should inspect their claims carefully
Commercial websites
Primary fnction is to proivde information about non profit organizations such as nongovernmental organization (NGOs) and charitable organizations. THey usually advocate an individuals opinion or a groups point of view. Their internet addresses end with .org. becuas these websites post opinions and mebers’ point of views you need to verify the content carefully.
Organizational websites
To provide information about or for an educational establishment or to present information in an educational ammer. The education establishment, such as a colge or a university needs to be recognized and accredited by the U.S. Department of Educatin to register as an educational website. These websites’ internet addresses end with .edu. The informationgiven on these websites is typically relaible
Educational websites
