Biggest Loser Trainer Sued for False Advertising

Jillian Michaels, one of the celebrity trainers from NBC’s Biggest Loser, is being sued by a woman named Christie Christensen for what she claims is false advertising. “The Biggest Loser” has been a hit for NBC, often appearing in Nielsen Co.’s Top 20 rankings for prime-time TV programs.

Ms. Christensen claims that she bought a diet supplement with Jillian’s picture on it called Calorie Control, but the product failed to lose her any weight or to lessen her appetite.

Michaels’ picture and endorsement appear on the packaging, touting her as “America’s Toughest Trainer.” The product and a Web site advertising include the claim, “Two Capsules Before Main Meals and You Lose Weight … That’s It!”

“Ms. Michaels knows better – taking two pills before eating does not miraculously cause weight loss,” the lawsuit states.

The Web site and packaging however note that the statements haven’t been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Ms. Christensen is also suing Basic Research, the company who makes Calorie Control, but she’s seeking a class-action suit against Michaels including untrue and misleading advertising. What she did not say was if she followed the instructions as directed.

Read more details at Jillian Michaels sued Over Diet Supplement.