Vietnamese beauty queen and former Miss Grand International, Nguyen Thuc Thuy Tien, has been arrested for promoting a fake fiber supplement online. The news was reported by BBC News on Tuesday, May 20.
According to the report, Tien and her team claimed that their gummy supplement had as much fiber as a plate of vegetables. They said each gummy had 200 milligrams of fiber. But a customer had the product tested in a lab. The test showed that each gummy had only 16 milligrams of fiber. That is 12 times less than what was claimed.
The supplement package did not list the amount of fiber inside. This is misleading for customers. The gummies also had high levels of sorbitol. Sorbitol is a laxative, which means it helps people go to the bathroom. But too much sorbitol can be bad for health.
Earlier this year, in March, Tien and her two business partners were fined. They also gave a public apology. At that time, some company officials were also arrested. They were charged with fraud. The company had already sold more than 100,000 boxes of the gummies before the scandal.
Now, Tien faces charges of fraud and making low-quality products. If found guilty, she could face jail time and other penalties. The case has shocked fans and the public. Tien had been a well-known star in Vietnam. She won the Miss Grand International crown in 2021. After that, she became a social media influencer with a large following.
This case has also raised concerns about how influencers promote health products online. Many experts are now speaking up. They say customers should not trust every product they see on social media. Health experts warn that false claims can hurt people. They say it is important to read labels and ask doctors before using such products.
Some experts say there should be stronger rules for ads. They believe all health products should go through strict checks. These checks will make sure the product is safe and the claims are true. If a product is not safe, it should not be sold.
Social media has become a powerful tool for marketing. Many people trust influencers and follow their advice. But this case shows that trust can be broken. People may buy products without knowing the truth. That is why experts say that honesty in ads is very important.
Tien’s arrest is a warning to all influencers and companies. If they lie about products, they will face serious trouble. The law in Vietnam now watches health ads more closely. Officials say they want to protect customers from fraud.
The scandal has led to a larger debate. Should celebrities be allowed to promote health items? Should they be trained or certified first? Some believe they should take responsibility. Others think only doctors should talk about health.
As the case goes on, many are waiting to see what happens next. The court will decide if Tien and her team broke the law. Until then, the case serves as a big reminder to check facts before buying health products online.
In short, this case is not just about one beauty queen. It shows a bigger problem in today’s world of online shopping and ads. It also shows why truth in advertising matters. Customers have the right to know what they are buying. And those who sell fake or unsafe products must be held responsible.
