(a) As used in this chapter, a weight loss contract is a contract with any weight loss program or center that offers any of the following:
- (1) Instruction, counseling, supervision, or assistance in weight reduction, body shaping, diet, and eating habits, by persons who are not licensed health care professionals.
- (2) Use of facilities of a weight loss center for any of the purposes specified in paragraph (1).
- (3) Membership in any group, club, association, or organization formed for any of the purposes specified in paragraph (1).
- (4) Prepackaged, or premeasured “diet foods” provided by the weight loss program or center.
- (b) This chapter does not apply to any contract for health studio services as defined in Section 1812.81.