The prophecy has carried out a laboratory analysis in which different sports drinks and oral serums were examined, and it was found that some products engage in deception that can be harmful to consumers.
In the edition of the Consumer MagazineProfeco will publish the complete results of the study, but it has already been anticipated that some brands will leave the market due to the irregularities detected.
In total, 21 products were evaluated, including 8 sports drinks, 8 oral serums, and 5 hydration drinks. Profeco detected that some products exceed sodium content indicated on the label and others exceed the permitted sweeteners.
These are the worst brands of hydrating drinks and serums
It was pointed out that the markings are misleading
Irregularities were found in the labeling and advertising of some products, which could confuse consumers. Among the products that do not comply with the labeling and advertising regulations, there are:
- BioSteel Sport Drink
- Jumex Sports
- sports drink
- Rescue and Serox
In particular, Suerox, which is sold as an oral electrolyte drink, contains a lot of sodium in its composition and is not a true oral serum, even though it is used to treat cases of dehydration from stomach infections and other problems.
Profeco also highlighted that Suerox does not offer what it promises, so it will be requested to change its name to “serum”.
Sports drinks and oral serums are products commonly used to hydrate the body during and after intense physical activity, as well as to treat dehydration caused by gastrointestinal diseases.
However, it is important that consumers choose products that comply with labeling and advertising regulations, and that do not contain harmful or misleading ingredients.
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What is denounced in Profeco?
The Profeco pointed out that these drinks can be harmful
Consumers can go to Profeco to report any type of commercial practice that they consider misleading, fraudulent or that violates their rights as consumers.
Among the situations that can be reported to Profeco are:
- Misleading advertising: when the advertising of a product or service is false or exaggerated.
- Bad business practices: such as changing prices without notice, refusing to accept product returns or exchanges, or charging hidden fees.
- Defective or in poor condition products: products that do not meet quality standards, that are expired or that have some type of defect.
- Poor Services: Services that do not deliver as promised or do not meet consumer needs.
- Violations of consumer rights: such as the refusal to provide clear and accurate information about products or services, or the violation of consumer rights established by law.
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