What Extra Ingredients are in Your Natural Stevia Product?
January 7th, 2014
Ingredient labels can have surprises.
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Simple Skincare Cleansing Facial Wipes
October 4th, 2013
It rubs the lotion on its skin or else it gets the hose again.
Pyramid Scheme Expert Issues Warning about Vemma
September 17th, 2013
Business school dean cautions students and other deans.
Decoding Cosmetics Claims: “Hypoallergenic” Products
August 16th, 2013
Does the term really have meaning?
Pot Ad Regs: Overly Restrictive or Too Lax?
August 7th, 2013
Lawmakers struggle with branding initiatives.
Math Doesn’t Always Add Up When Counting Carbs on Labels
April 18th, 2013
Searching for low carb foods in the aisles of your local supermarket is not as straightforward as you would think.
Figuring out Beer Labels Can Give You a Hangover
March 17th, 2013
How many fewer calories are you really getting in light beer?
Pink Ribbon Doesn’t Always Indicate A Healthy Buy
March 8th, 2013
Should breast cancer foundations accept cash from companies selling these products?
Four Loko Labels Get a Makeover
February 13th, 2013
Agency wants consumers to know how much alcohol really is in Four Loko.
Federal Trade Commission
January 10th, 2012
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which was created in 1914, is a federal agency that is tasked with promoting consumer protection. One of the central ways it does this is by regulating the advertising industry.
The First Amendment and Commercial Speech
October 1st, 2011
The words “First Amendment” have become synonymous with “free speech.” But that doesn’t mean the First Amendment gives you the right to say anything, anywhere to anyone. Commercial speech – speech motivated by profit (e.g., advertisements) – enjoys even more limited freedom than you do. There are three situations where the government can restrict commercial
Who Can You Complain to at the Federal Level?
October 1st, 2011
Spot an ad that you think has issues? Want to complain to a federal agency? Here’s a topic-by-topic list of federal agencies that deal with deceptive advertising. (Note that sometimes more than one agency deals with a certain type of advertisement or label, which can get confusing. When in doubt, it’s safest to complain to
Federal Laws Governing Ads
October 1st, 2011
There are many federal laws that regulate advertisements in some way or another. We’ve listed some of the key provisions below, along with a snapshot of what each law says: *This page is informational only and does not take the place of legal advice. If you have a question or concern, please consult with a