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Noun
/ˈhɛlθˌwɒʃɪŋ/

Healthwashing

A marketing tactic where products are promoted as healthier than they really are (1). This is done by emphasising certain benefits (like being low-fat or high-protein) while hiding less healthy aspects (like high sugar or artificial additives).