Warning: Rapid weight loss may cause serious health problems. Rapid weight loss is weight loss of more than 1 1/2 pounds to 2 pounds per week or weight loss of more than 1 percent of body weight per week after the second week of participation in a weight-loss program.
Consult your personal physician before starting any weight-loss program.
Only permanent lifestyle changes, such as making healthful food choices and increasing physical activity, promote long-term weight loss.
Qualifications of this provider are available upon request.
You Have a Right To
- Ask questions about the potential health risks of this program and its nutritional content, psychological support, and educational components.
- Receive an itemized statement of the actual or estimated price of the weight-loss program, including extra products, services, supplements, examinations, and laboratory tests.
- Know the actual or estimated duration of the program.
- Know the name, address, and qualifications of the dietitian or nutritionist who has reviewed and approved the weight-loss program according to applicable law.
Posting and Distribution
Copies of the Weight-Loss Consumer Bill of Rights that are posted must be printed in at least 24-point boldfaced type on one side of a sign. Smaller distributed copies must be boldfaced and legible. Each weight-loss provider is responsible for producing and printing appropriate copies of the Weight-Loss Consumer Bill of Rights.
Source reference: Florida Statute 501.0575.