The Lies Behind "Alternative Medicine" | Dr. Jonathan Stea
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Beware the Grifter's Narrative
Grifters exploit a narrative in alternative medicine that extends beyond mere unsupported treatments, incorporating a complex ideology filled with recurring themes and misleading claims. These tropes often emphasize a stark contrast to mainstream medicine, claiming to address root causes rather than just symptoms, and portraying their methods as natural and free from side effects. This carefully crafted narrative serves to promote pseudoscience while subtly manipulating perceptions.
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