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It has become obligatory for everything to carry a legal disclaimer these days.

You’ve read them: “The following material is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician…” And they go on to recommend that you consult a doctor before embarking on whatever is being offered. They inevitably conclude with the producer disclaiming any legal responsibility for adverse consequences.

When reading through the book ‘Pain Free: A Revolutionary Method For Stopping Chronic Pain’, I noticed, the author, Peter Egoscue wrote the following…

“As I did in my first book, I will again urge the reasons who feel they need the disclaimer’s protection and counsel to close these covers and leave the pages unread. My working principle an author and exercise therapist is that the most important consultation is the one a person has with him- or herself. Health care starts with personal responsibility. Any disclaimer that suggests otherwise does a great disservice.”

I don’t think anyone could have made the point any finer.

Not all companies take the same approach. Searching the Internet I came across some brilliant ones…

On Tesco's Tiramisu dessert (printed on bottom) -- "Do not turn upside down."

On Sainsbury's peanuts -- "Warning: contains nuts."

On Marks &Spencer Bread Pudding -- "Product will be hot after heating."

On a bar of Dial soap -- "Directions: Use like regular soap."

On some Swanson frozen dinners -- "Serving suggestion: Defrost."

On packaging for a Rowenta iron -- "Do not iron clothes on body."

On Nytol Sleep Aid -- "Warning: May cause drowsiness."

On an American Airlines packet of nuts -- "Instructions: Open packet, eat nuts."

On a child's Superman costume -- "Wearing of this garment does not enable you to fly."

These are hilarious. Any you find please let me know.