Let's Talk About Optavia...

Nov 15, 2023

Explore the world of Optavia, a nutrition MLM, and the deleterious effects of diet culture and multi-level marketing. Dive into the intersection between pyramid schemes and nutrition and wellness in MLMs. Delve into the history and rebranding of Optavia, and learn about the specific food guidelines of the Optavia program. Discover the ethical concerns in Optavia coaching and MLM, and discuss the normalization of disordered eating behaviors within the program.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Optavia and Multi-Level Marketing Companies

01:39 • 3min

Pyramid Schemes and the Intersection with Nutrition and Wellness in MLMs

05:07 • 2min

The History and Rebranding of Optavia

06:46 • 8min

Optavia Program: Fuelings and Lean & Green Meals

14:42 • 5min

Ethical Concerns in Optavia Coaching and MLM

19:56 • 8min

Disordered Eating Behaviors in Optavia

28:12 • 9min