Introduction Forever Living Products (FLP) has been a staple in the multi-level marketing (MLM) industry for decades, known for its aloe vera-based health and beauty products. However, behind the glossy brochures and success stories, there are tales of pressure, financial strain, and ethical dilemmas faced by many of its representatives. This article delves into the…
This week, Cristiano Ronaldo shared a polished tweet promoting Herbalife24, touting the importance of simplicity, protein, and rest—along with a bottle in hand and an #Ad disclaimer. On the surface, it looks like just another sports sponsorship. But beneath the glossy marketing lies a troubling truth about Herbalife and its multi-level marketing (MLM) business model…
Forever Living has quietly introduced a €3 “FBO Support Fee” and increased shipping costs by €0.50 in European markets. https://botwatch.blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Forever_IDS-FINAL-v1.pdf At first glance, these changes might seem trivial. But from an anti-MLM perspective—and in light of Forever Living’s own income disclosure—these are not small matters. They’re red flags. The €3 “Support Fee”: A Subtle Pay…
Multi Level Marketing generally differs from traditional business models. MLM has ‘independent contractors’ that buy the products and sell it to make a profit for the company. They often spend a lot of their own money on products to meet targets necessary to earn commissions. They pay fees to be members of the company and…
This is a question that is asked again and again. Once you can see it is a fraud, it can be difficult to understand how people can fall for it. Here, I will attempt to explain why people fall for it. Is it a lack of intelligence or education? No qualifications are needed and, quite…