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== AdvoCare ==
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File:Advocare_logo-01.jpg|AdvoCare logo
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Latest revision as of 01:35, 18 February 2025

AdvoCare

File:Advocare logo-01.jpg
AdvoCare logo

AdvoCare is an American dietary supplement company that was founded in 1993. The company is known for its range of nutritional, weight-management, and sports performance products. AdvoCare operates as a multi-level marketing company, which means its products are sold by independent distributors.

History[edit]

AdvoCare was founded by Charles E. Ragus in 1993. The company is headquartered in Plano, Texas. Over the years, AdvoCare has grown to become a well-known brand in the health and wellness industry, particularly among athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

Products[edit]

AdvoCare offers a variety of products that are categorized into several lines:

  • Trim: This line focuses on weight management and includes meal replacement shakes, energy drinks, and appetite suppressants.
  • Active: Products in this line are designed to enhance energy and physical performance.
  • Well: This line includes products aimed at overall wellness, such as vitamins and herbal supplements.
  • Performance Elite: These products are targeted at athletes and include pre-workout and recovery supplements.

Business Model[edit]

AdvoCare operates using a multi-level marketing (MLM) model. This means that independent distributors sell AdvoCare products directly to consumers and can earn commissions based on their sales and the sales of their recruited team members.

Sponsorships and Partnerships[edit]

AdvoCare has been involved in various sponsorships, particularly in the sports industry. The company has sponsored NASCAR events and teams, as well as individual athletes in different sports.

File:6 Trevor Bayne drivers side NASCAR Nationwide 2014 Gardner Denver 200 at Road America.jpg
AdvoCare-sponsored NASCAR vehicle

Controversies[edit]

AdvoCare has faced scrutiny and legal challenges related to its business practices. In 2019, the company agreed to pay $150 million to settle charges by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it operated as an illegal pyramid scheme.

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