On one of his posts hawking the SLEEP snake oil, a parent asks if it would be suitable for a 3 year old.
One of his fellow bots says it's fine for anyone over the age of 2.
Here is what Broke replies:
"I know the oil is the sleep has melatonin in to so would be at parents discretion but it's safe and natural so why not xx"
There are a few things wrong with this. While Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone, that used is supplements is synthetic. This is the least of the problems, though.
While studies show that melatonin is "likely effective for several sleep issues", and "likely safe for most people when taken for a short-term", there are a number of contexts in which it shouldn't be taken, including during pregnancy, breastfeeding or when trying to conceive. A review of the evidence concludes "Children or adolescents should not use melatonin supplements as melatonin may interact with other hormones and interfere with their development."
This is why Melatonin is a regulated drug in the UK, and only available through a prescription from a real doctor (sorry Broke) who will determine it is safe in the given circumstances.
This is also why it is illegal for quacks such as himself to flog this stuff to the public. You are endangering children you fool! You make a lot about how much your kids matter to you, but you are more than happy to put other people's children at risk for a fast buck. YOU ARE A GOBSHITE AND A CHARLATAN OF THE LOWEST ORDER, AND I AM REPORTING YOU TO TRADING STANDARDS.