skeptical medicine

Amateur Food Activists- Responsible for Trans Fats in Fast Food

The non scientific nature of food activists has led to some major issues in the United States. Following food popularity instead of science, is a dangerous – but increasingly common problem.

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Ancient Concoction that Beats MRSA?

DId the ancients have a remedy against MRSA? So claims the news- but a closer look shows that this is more hype, and probably less effective than soap and water.

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Platelet-Rich Plasma: Save Your Money

Platelet Rich Plasma is a technique where an injection of the patient’s own blood is concentrated with the “healing factors” – but does it work? There is no good study saying it works. Athletes like Tiger Woods and others have tried it. But with years of use, there is no randomized, double blind study that shows efficacy.

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Pseudoscience and HCG

Pseudoscience cures abound, and the HCG diet is an example of how these scams continue. A combo of confirmation bias with lack of training in scientific method provides fertile ground.

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