Thanks for the reply.

From what I understand, most of the studies done made the error of using far too small of doses. Most of the authors I've read recommend, for example, several grams of Vitamin C per day (RDA is only 65mg). And for seriously ill patients, some doctors have prescribed up to a 100 g or so intravenously.

Well I can't speak to the laws in the other states but I think it's safe to assume that most states do not have such a law, and in such cases it is the admins that influence heavily the treatment that is given. Even if they are not directly employed, doctors are influenced in indirect ways. Certainly you have heard of people getting unnecessary surgeries (google it for plenty of examples). Drugs are in many ways no different. Those with the gold, make the rules.

Most drugs have ridiculous or even deadly side effects. Strain your ears to listen to the fine print/fast talk of a drug commercial next time. This is a primary benefit of vitamins over drugs: very low toxicity, and in most cases no side effects.

Not anything close to what big pharm brings in. Plus I would guess that GNC makes most of its money on creatine and related products.

Here is one point where I couldn't agree more. It is not reassuring to read "These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA." Hopefully as more studies are done and the ideas become accepted by more people, this will change.

Well I don't blame you, but it never hurts to read alternative points of view. In fact, after seeing what it has done for my friend, I would be willing to buy you a book just to check it out if you wanted.

You bring up an important point. Most doctors and hospitals have no idea about this, and if it were legitimate and as successful as people claim, they would, right? Well possibly, except for the fact that the medical system is controlled by doctors who are controlled by drug companies and hospitals. Drugs and surgery bring in big bucks. Un-patentable vitamin supplements do not. Pick up a copy of Fire Your Doctor or Orthomolecular Medicine for Everyone for a multitude of interesting studies on the subject. (Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with the above authors)

You seem reasonable. Start with this 5 minute clip and then if you're still curious I would recommend reading Orthomolecular Medicine for Everyone and/or Fire Your Doctor. Feel free to email me your thoughts as well.

While my statement was bold, it was incorrect. I should have replaced "naturopathic medicine" with "orthomolecular medicine." Then it would be correct. As I said in response to the AC, there are many voodoo-esque forms of natural and homeopathic medicine that parade around as scientific medicine.

While the documentary you linked me to is entertaining (having watched only part 1), it is imperative that I distinguish the practices that I was referring to from other types of homeopathic and naturopathic medicine, some of which are very unscientific. What I am talking about is called orthomolecular medicine, which essentially says that almost all non-genetic diseases are caused entirely by nutritional deficiencies. Note that, obviously, germs are the cause of infectious disease, but these nutritional deficiencies are what allow us to fall prey to them. These deficiencies and thus diseases can be cured by proper diet and vitamin/mineral supplements.

Watch this youtube and tell me if you honestly find something absurd about it. I can also recommend some other good books on the subject if you like.

Actually, naturopathic medicine is not only legitimate, it is superior to and will eventually replace allopathic medicine (mainstream, drug-and-surgery medicine), assuming the Singularity does not occur first. For proof, read a book or two by Linus Pauling.

As for chiropractics, I am not sufficiently informed to make a judgment.

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This is blatantly false. Alfalfa sprouts are just one example of a complete protein. Please do your research in the future.

In fact, not only is the GP correct, but meat contains no fiber, a minimum 10% fat, various drugs and hormones, and the only way to get it is to kill innocent animals! That's why I'm going vegetarian!

You know what I find interesting, is a Stallman quote on that page:

Neat how he became more radical over time it seems?

And I'm saying (as others agree) it doesn't make sense to put it off. Reasons to run it well ahead of time include: to confirm the software works; to know its approximate runtime; and to have even a complete but possibly inaccurate schedule, which is infinitely better than no schedule at all.

Bless you sir!

This is why i buy used cars. My current car cost me $3000 and i've had it for 2 years. But shhh! Don't tell anyone or there will be not enough used cars for me to buy!

The truth is, jailbreaking benefits iPhones a lot more than iPods, because the hardware capabilities are greater to begin with. However, it might still be worth looking into for "unauthorized" apps (read: better) and for total customization.