The dietary supplement Nutri Diabet Gold is being aggressively marketed on social media, targeting regional markets with claims that it can treat diabetes without a doctor’s prescription. The social media ads also state that health authorities and the US FDA approve the product. However, our verification has revealed these claims to be false.
SOCIAL MEDIA CLAIM
A milk powder called Nutri Diabet Gold is being widely promoted on social media in regional countries, claiming that it can completely cure diabetes.
The advertisements also assert that the supplement product is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has received approval from the Cambodian Ministry of Health.
The sales promotion for the product has been widely shared on social media, garnering over 5,000 shares. Many Facebook users have expressed their support for the product and inquired about purchasing it.
Below is the full video of the Nutri Diabet Gold product promotion, featured on the Facebook page “Nutri Diabet Gold – Leading Quality Diabetic Milk,” targeting Cambodian social media users.
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Below are photos of the paperwork and other documents that were attached to the advertisement, claiming that this product is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Below is a photo of the document distributed with this product, stating that it has received approval from the Cambodian Ministry of Health for distribution and sale in the Cambodian market.
Nutri Diabet Gold milk powder is also advertised on social media, targeting Facebook users in other countries such as Thailand, Laos, and Burma.
Below is a promotional video for Nutri Diabet Gold in Laos from earlier this year, claiming that the product is approved by the US FDA.
Below is a screenshot from a Lao-language advertisement for Nutri Diabet Gold, claiming that the product has been approved by the US FDA.
Below is a screenshot from a Thai-language advertisement for Nutri Diabet Gold, claiming that the product has been approved by the US FDA.
Below is a screenshot from a Burmese advertisement for Nutri Diabet Gold, claiming that the product is approved by the US FDA.
FACT CHECK
Fact Crescendo has reviewed and verified these claims by seeking confirmation from the relevant institutions, leading us to the following findings.
The product’s advertising claims that Nutri Diabet Gold is recognized and authorized by the Cambodian Ministry of Health.
However, the Cambodian Ministry of Health said in its notice last year that Nutri Diabet Gold was being advertised, sold, and distributed illegally on social media without the ministry’s supervision and permission.
The following notice was issued last year by the Ministry of Health, stating that the Nutri Diabet Gold powdered milk product is being distributed without an identifiable company. Additionally, there is no permission and approval from the ministry to advertise or sell this product.
Targeting the Thai market, Nutri Diabet Gold is advertised as being approved by the Thai Ministry of Health and certified by the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
However, Thailand’s FDA has refuted the claims in the product’s marketing materials that it has approved the quality of Nutri Diabet Gold.
In a notice, the Thai FDA stated that this type of milk powder was advertised with false information intended to mislead consumers.
Below is a notice from the Thai FDA, warning Thai people about the risks of consuming food products of unknown origin.
The product promotion also claims that Nutri Diabet Gold cow’s milk powder is certified by the U.S. FDA.
However, Janell Goodwin, a public affairs officer for the US FDA, confirmed to Fact Crescendo via email that the FDA does not issue approvals or permits for dietary supplements.
Nutri Diabet Gold is a dietary supplement and not a drug that requires approval from the US FDA. This product is not sold in the U.S. market.
According to its guidelines, the U.S. FDA requires that all dietary supplements distributed and sold in the US must be labeled to indicate that they are not intended to treat or cure and prevent any disease.
Below is advice from the U.S. FDA, stating: “One way to tell if a diabetes product is unsafe or ineffective is if it is marketed as a nonprescription product or dietary supplement.”
According to the FDA, diabetes is a chronic disease that can be managed with treatment prescribed by a healthcare doctor, as well as by monitoring blood sugar levels, maintaining a proper diet, and exercising.
Expert Medical Advice
Dr. Kruy Suyhour, a diabetes specialist at the Udompheap Clinic in Phnom Penh, stated that although there is currently no cure for diabetes, specialized treatment can help patients effectively manage their blood sugar levels and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Kruy Suyhour, who has been providing treatment and care services to diabetics for five years, warned of the health risks associated with using products without a prescription from a specialist or relying on supplement products. Such risks include kidney damage and the potential need for dialysis.
Furthermore, the doctor added that another health risk is the progression of diabetes to a serious condition, which can lead to cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Dr. Suy Hour recommended that all diabetics see a specialist for proper examination and treatment and advised against using other products.
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CONCLUSION
Fact Crescendo discovered that the claims in the Nutri Diabet Gold marketing materials were false. The dietary supplement was advertised on social media targeting the ASEAN market without permission and using false information. Medical experts have stated that there is currently no cure for diabetes, and controlling blood sugar levels is the only way to reduce the severity of the disease.
