The rise of online shopping has brought us convenience and diversity, but there are also some things that are best not to buy from the Internet, especially for middle-aged and elderly people who need to pay more attention. So what exactly are they?
First, medicines. Medicines are directly related to our physical health, and their quality and safety are of paramount importance. However, the market for selling drugs on the Internet is mixed, and there are a large number of counterfeit and shoddy drugs that have expired.
Some unscrupulous businesses also take advantage of consumers' lack of knowledge of drugs to peddle counterfeit drugs, which poses a great threat to consumers' health. Therefore, it is best to choose a regular physical pharmacy or medical institution to ensure the quality and safety of the drug.
Second, fresh food. The freshness and quality of fresh food is directly related to the safety and health of our diet. However, due to the multiple links of online shopping, fresh food is prone to spoilage and decay during transportation. Even if some businesses commit to cold chain transportation, it is difficult to guarantee that the ingredients will always remain fresh during long-distance transportation.
Therefore, when shopping for fresh food, it is best to choose a nearby brick-and-mortar store or farmer's market so that you can hand-pick fresh ingredients.
Third, precious metals and jewelry. Precious metals and jewelry are high-value and difficult to identify. In online shopping, it is difficult for consumers to judge the authenticity and value of the physical objects and authentication certificates because they cannot see them in person.
However, the lighting effect in some webcasts may cause visual errors, resulting in a large gap between the physical object and the online display, and even lead to return disputes. Therefore, it is advisable to choose a regular physical store or brand counter to ensure that you buy truly high-quality products.
Fourth, customized products. Customized products are customized according to the personal needs and preferences of consumers, and have the characteristics of personalization and particularity. However, due to problems such as asymmetry and poor communication in online shopping, consumers are prone to encounter problems such as inappropriate size and unsatisfactory style when purchasing customized goods, and it is relatively difficult to return and exchange goods.
To sum up, in order to avoid stepping on the pitfall, we should be cautious about choosing to buy medicines, fresh food, precious metal jewelry and customized goods from the Internet. Of course, everyone's shopping needs and habits are different, and this is just a personal recommendation. Regardless of the shopping method we choose, we should be vigilant and rational to avoid being fooled by the rhetoric of merchants.
Have you ever stepped on a pit while shopping online?