Cristiano Ronaldo faced backlash after promoting Herbalife without proper ad disclosure, sparking debate on celebrity endorsements, and health risks.
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again found himself at the centre of a social media storm, this time due to his promotion of Herbalife products. The Portuguese football legend shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) endorsing the brand’s Formula 1 meal replacement shake as a healthy breakfast option. While his post was met with enthusiasm from fans, it also attracted sharp criticism from some corners, leading to a community note and renewed discussions around celebrity endorsements and the ethics of advertising.
Cristiano Ronaldo gets fact-checked over Herbalife post, sparking health and transparency debate.
Ronaldo’s Herbalife post: A healthy breakfast?
Ronaldo took to X (formerly Twitter) to promote Herbalife, claiming it provided a “balanced mix of protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals.” Accompanied by the hashtags #Herbalife and #HealthyBreakfast, the post painted the product as an ideal way to kickstart the day.
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“A good way to start the day? A healthy breakfast. Herbalife Formula 1 delivers a balanced mix of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals,” Ronaldo’s caption read.
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