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Book Synopsis: Have you ever wondered how one day the media can assert that alcohol is bad for us and the next unashamedly run a story touting the benefits of daily alcohol consumption? Or how a drug that is pulled off the market for causing heart attacks ever got approved in the first place? How can average readers, who aren't medical doctors or Ph.D.s in biochemistry, tell what they should be paying attention to and what's, well, just more bullshit? Ben Goldacre has made a point of exposing quack doctors and nutritionists, bogus credentialing programs, and biased scientific studies. He has also taken the media to task for its willingness to throw facts and proof out the window. But he's not here just to tell you what's wrong. Goldacre is here to teach you how to evaluate placebo effects, double-blind studies, and sample sizes, so that you can recognize bad science when you see it. You're about to feel a whole lot better.
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Discover the shocking truth behind the information you receive every day with the groundbreaking book, Bad Science: Quacks, Hacks, and Big Pharma Flacks. In a world where contradictory health claims are thrown at us constantly, it's hard to separate fact from fiction. But Ben Goldacre, renowned medical doctor and biochemistry expert, has done the work for you.
Uncover the deceitful practices of quack doctors, nutritionists, and biased scientific studies that have been manipulating the truth. With Bad Science, you'll learn how to navigate through the sea of misinformation and make informed decisions for your health and well-being.
Goldacre doesn't stop at exposing the problems; he empowers you with the knowledge to recognize and evaluate bad science. You'll gain insights into placebo effects, double-blind studies, and sample sizes, equipping you with the tools to distinguish between real scientific evidence and marketing-driven claims.
Don't let misleading information dictate your choices any longer. Take control of your health and become a discerning consumer by delving into the eye-opening pages of Bad Science: Quacks, Hacks, and Big Pharma Flacks. You'll never look at health news the same way again.
Ready to separate the truth from the lies? Get your hands on Bad Science today and embark on a journey towards a more informed and healthier life.
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