What guideline is violated when a coach promotes a product that guarantees a specific weight loss achievement?

Promoting a product that guarantees a specific weight loss achievement goes against the NBC-HWC Code of Ethics because it can create unrealistic expectations for clients, undermining the principle of empowering clients in their health journey. The Code emphasizes the importance of honesty, integrity, and the necessity for coaches to avoid making claims that could mislead or manipulate clients regarding health outcomes. Coaches are expected to foster a supportive environment, helping clients set sustainable and realistic health goals without the lure of quick-fix solutions that might not be safe or effective.

The other options, while relevant in different contexts, do not directly apply to the ethical implications of guaranteeing weight loss. For instance, HIPAA laws pertain to the protection of health information and patient privacy, USDA Nutritional Guidelines provide overarching recommendations for healthy eating but do not address product endorsements, and confidentiality/privacy issues typically relate to how client information is handled rather than promotional practices. Therefore, the primary breach is with the ethical standards established by the NBC-HWC, which prioritizes client trust and realistic goal setting over commercial promotion.