Supplement Snake Oil Detector
Paste marketing copy from any supplement and get an instant red-flag score based on warning signs regulators look for.
Snake oil score: 100/100
Many red flags. Be very skeptical and look for independent evidence before buying.
⚠ "Secret" or "ancient" remedies imply hidden knowledge instead of evidence.
⚠ Conspiracy framing ("doctors hate this") is a common scam tactic.
⚠ Anything with real effects can have side effects.
⚠ Promises of specific weight loss are unrealistic for supplements.
⚠ "Without diet or exercise" claims are a frequent target of regulators.
⚠ "Melts fat" claims aren't supported for supplements.
⚠ "Clinically proven" without a linked study is meaningless.
⚠ Pressure tactics push you to buy before checking facts.
⚠ "Natural" doesn't mean safe or effective.
Frequently asked questions
Can supplements claim to cure diseases?
No. In the US, dietary supplements can't legally claim to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. A product making such claims is a red flag.
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Free tool for education only. It doesn't replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.