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Professional practice requires safeguarding the public interest, maintaining objectivity, and transparently managing conflicts of interest. The appropriate first step is to critically evaluate the scientific evidence for the product’s safety and efficacy while assessing potential conflicts and the ability to provide unbiased education. Only after this due diligence should the RD consider participation, with full disclosure of any financial relationship and adherence to advertising, endorsement, and documentation standards. Option A bypasses evidence review; popularity is not a proxy for effectiveness. Option B violates transparency by delaying disclosure and could mislead the public. Option D may be overly restrictive; industry interactions can be ethical if evidence-based, clearly disclosed, and compliant with institutional policy, scope of practice, and legal/credential requirements. RDs must prioritize evidence, patient welfare, and integrity in all communication channels, including social media.