India, Nov. 10 -- Cristiano Ronaldo has once again found himself at the centre of a social media storm, this time due to his promotion of Herbalife products. The Portuguese football legend shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) endorsing the brand's Formula 1 meal replacement shake as a healthy breakfast option. While his post was met with enthusiasm from fans, it also attracted sharp criticism from some corners, leading to a community note and renewed discussions around celebrity endorsements and the ethics of advertising.

Ronaldo took to X (formerly Twitter) to promote Herbalife, claiming it provided a "balanced mix of protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals." Accompanied by the hashtags #Herbalife and #HealthyBreakfast, the post painted...