An ‘open letter’ (about me!) from the German Association of …
Dec 13, 2024 · I recently published an article in the German newspaper ‘DIE WELT‘ about the Bavarian Homeopathy trial.My comments did not go down well with the German Association of Homeopathic Doctors ().Here is their ‘OPEN LETTER’ (my translation) in response to my article (the numbers [in bold brackets refer to my comments below):. Berlin, 11 December 2024: Open letter to Ulf Poschardt, editor-in ...
A “revolutionary pill” against COPD or a dangerous fraud?
Dec 19, 2024 · “An American doctor invented a drug that claims to cure COPD within three days.” Does this announcement herald a medical sensation or a bogus and potentially dangerous falsehood? The inventors proudly opt for the former: “we have created a revolutionary pill that combines over 60 natural herbs specifically designed to treat respiratory diseases such as chronic
Edzard Ernst MD, PhD, MAE, FMedSci, FRSB, FRCP, FRCPEd.
2 days ago · A standardized, synergistic combination of Punica granatum fruit rind and Theobroma cacao seed extracts (Pomegranate-cocoa extract LN18178) has been reported to increase serum testosterone levels in young and aging males.. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study assessed the efficacy of LN18178 on the sexual function of aging male volunteers (age: 40-70 years; serum total ...
I have just published a new book - edzardernst.com
Jan 8, 2025 · This could well be one of the toughest jobs that I have ever tackled! But now it’s done. And I am glad! “Hitler’s Female Physicians – Women Doctors During the Third Reich and Their Crimes Against Humanity” (nothing to do with SCAM, sorry) is a collection of biographical sketches of female doctors who committed crimes against humanity during the Third Reich.
So-called alternative medicine (SCAM) in Austria – the situation is …
Oct 30, 2024 · I was recently invited to give a lecture to the local medical association in Graz Austria. It was a pleasure to be in Austria again and a delight to visit the beautiful town of Graz. They had given me the following subject: Mythen in der sogenannten Alternativmedizin [Myths of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM)] In my
A cheerful note to end the year! - edzardernst.com
Dec 31, 2024 · The year 2024 brought many disappointments. But let's not dwell on those, lets get in the mood for tonights celebrations! And what could be more fitting for that than a review of the positive cardiovascular effects of wine drinking? After all wine involves both aromatherapy as well as antioxidants, botanical medicine and naturopathy! As luck would
WHAT HAPPENED NEXT? So-called alternative medicine (SCAM) …
2 days ago · In the series of posts entitled WHAT HAPPENED NEXT, I pick up themes that I addressed more than a decade ago with the intention of finding out whether things have moved on or not. Today, allow me to tackle the thorny issue of the use of so-called alternative medicine (SCAM) for children. The use of
WHAT HAPPENED NEXT? So-called alternative medicine (SCAM) …
2 days ago · In the series of posts entitled WHAT HAPPENED NEXT, I pick up themes that I addressed more than a decade ago with the intention of finding out whether things have moved on or not. Today, I tackle the issue of the use of so-called alternative medicin (SCAM). The use of SCAM by adults is often
US Chiropractor suspended for 5 years - edzardernst.com
Nov 11, 2024 · It has been reported that a chiropractor from Boulder City, US, has lost his license to practice for five years. The sentence could be extended if he does not adhere to requirements imposed by the Chiropractic Physicians’ Board of Nevada. During a hearing, Tenney and his attorney, Hal Reiser, appeared before the board via Zoom
Looking back: some highlights of 2024 - edzardernst.com
Jan 1, 2025 · 2024 is behind us - a good time, I think, to review what has been happening during that year. Plenty of horrible stuff, I'm sure, but let's look at the bright side. And, to be honest, I cannot complain: My wife and I are reasonably healthy, and we both enjoy life. I had the occasion