Why do you hate Dr. Oz?
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Don't know much about him because just the way he talks drives me bonkers but I do know I see his name and face on a bunch of crap and I don't really have time to listen to anyone who endorses everything and anything. It's hard to believe someones motive when they're endorsing things left right and center.. seems like he just wants his face/name on stuff to collect money. There is no "magic pill" for weight loss... there just isn't, the sooner people realize this the better off they will be. Every diet pill I've ever laid eyes on says something to the effect of "when combined with diet and exercise" .... well DUH. Any weight you lost on those pills, you would have lost if you haven't taken them. Diet and exercise usually creates a calorie deficit ... ta-da!0
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brianpperkins wrote: »JanetYellen wrote: »What about when he talks about foods and the nutrition in them? Or exercises to relax? That's all known information. Not woohoo
So you believe him saying "known information" outweighs using his credentials and fame to lie to the masses about things not as well known?
That takes enabling to a new level.
Best trick in the book, mix 10% truth with 90% bull *kitten* and fool the masses
It pads the wallet and builds a cult of personality where the zealots buy the products and keep the cycle going.0 -
So, if I mix facts with loads of BS you'll believe me?0
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JanetYellen wrote: »What about when he talks about foods and the nutrition in them? Or exercises to relax? That's all known information. Not woohoo
Just because he doesn't spout 100% crap doesn't give him a free pass to sprinkle it liberally through his career.0 -
His eyebrows. They tell it all!0
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JanetYellen wrote: »What about when he talks about foods and the nutrition in them? Or exercises to relax? That's all known information. Not woohoo
The problem is, assuming there is correct information, you have to sift through all the incorrect information and woo. If you enjoy watching him, that is up to you, but when a man knowingly promotes things that are woo and have no effect and no scientific support at all, how can you trust him for other things. Would it not be better to look elsewhere?0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »I have seen the publications, but never heard it on the show. Publications can often lie.
For sleep - Melatonin 3 g's a day is enough.
No actually. My son does not sleep on 3 or even 4 or 5mg. He needs 6 mg which allows him to fall asleep and get his 4 hours of sleep per night. We all have different levels to suit us, some may only need 1mg, others need more0 -
diannethegeek wrote: »JanetYellen wrote: »What about when he talks about foods and the nutrition in them? Or exercises to relax? That's all known information. Not woohoo
The problem is, as I quoted above, he doesn't separate good science from bad or developing science. In 2016 alone he's launched a new diet brand, talked about the dangers of bread, miniblinds, and foods to avoid alzheimers (which is still developing science at best and gives false hope to many families). But honestly, you don't seem interested in listening to what anyone else has to say.
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He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
And I simply do not see him endorsing things.0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
Oh the irony0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
Oh really? LOL. Your faith in humanity is... delightful.
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JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
People are absolutely that dumb...which is the problem. It's lies. You can't endorse someone and say "well..yea, sometimes he says dumb stuff...but no one believes it so it's okay"...0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
Ok, I'm so confused right now. So, are you saying his anti-cancer foods is crap?? So you still follow him? Ummmmm0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
And I simply do not see him endorsing things.
He also talks about the best dosage for melatonin. People know not to think this is the only dose that will work or that his advice trumps a medical specialist. People are not that dumb.
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SarcasmIsMyLoveLanguage wrote: »He's not interested enough in peoples' health to say "no" to the big fat paychecks he gets for peddling woo. That's why I dislike him.
Also because my mother in law is constantly telling me "Dr. Oz said"...
I really really dislike him.
It drives me absolutely bonkers when my mother says, "Dr. Oz said ..." Ugh. Between this and all that pseudoscience **** he pushes as legitimate "solutions"? I don't hate him, because I don't hate anyone. But I dislike him and will not support him in any way.0 -
Communicating with the dead to reduce stress
Oz has brought several self-proclaimed "spiritual mediums" on the show, where they've done everything from psychic readings to telling audience members how their loved ones actually passed (one of Oz' guests told an audience member that his son, who had died in a car accident, had actually committed suicide, the Los Angeles Times reports), and giving advice.
Connecting with the dead, Oz has said, can help lower stress levels by helping people make peace with their deceased loved ones.
More recently, he's even shown the audience before-and-after brain scans to show them that psychics attain a "different type of consciousness" when they "connect with the other side." Never mind that these scans could literally show anything. They're done with an EEG, which simply shows relative activity in different areas of the brain, and taken once before and again during the readings. That means the "results" (meaning the difference in before and after scans) could simply show something like elevated anxiety. The images are so unclear, however, it's hard to even determine this type of result.0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »What about when he talks about foods and the nutrition in them? Or exercises to relax? That's all known information. Not woohoo
If you caught your husband cheating on you and lying about it, would that be OK because he sometimes tells you the truth about things? Would you believe everything he told you after that?0 -
diannethegeek wrote: »JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
And I simply do not see him endorsing things.
He also talks about the best dosage for melatonin. People know not to think this is the only dose that will work or that his advice trumps a medical specialist. People are not that dumb.
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Dr. Oz might say to sleep 7 hours, or walk 20 minutes, or eat veggies every day. Those things are not bad.0
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I think he's one of the most disgusting people on earth. People like him who sell misinformation belong in their own level of hell.0
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diannethegeek wrote: »JanetYellen wrote: »He even talks about anti-cancer foods. People know not to think that this will prevent cancer. People are not that dumb.
And I simply do not see him endorsing things.
He also talks about the best dosage for melatonin. People know not to think this is the only dose that will work or that his advice trumps a medical specialist. People are not that dumb.
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JanetYellen wrote: »Dr. Oz might say to sleep 7 hours, or walk 20 minutes, or eat veggies every day. Those things are not bad.
So as long as I eat my veggies I can smoke crack?0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »Dr. Oz might say to sleep 7 hours, or walk 20 minutes, or eat veggies every day. Those things are not bad.
Again - If you caught your husband cheating on you and lying about it, would that be OK because he sometimes tells you the truth about things? Would you believe everything he told you after that?0 -
Ashtoretet wrote: »I think he's one of the most disgusting people on earth. People like him who sell misinformation belong in their own level of hell.
Pmsl. Yeah you just about summed it up the best! Lack of integrity really gets my temper flaring0 -
He used to feature "miracle weight loss supplements" on his shows. He no longer does this. Now the shows main focus is on healthy diet plans and living a healthy life. I have been watching for years but I always hated when he had a show about one of those miracle herbs. I'm glad he doesn't do them anymore. I love watching Dr. Oz!0
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JanetYellen wrote: »Dr. Oz might say to sleep 7 hours, or walk 20 minutes, or eat veggies every day. Those things are not bad.
How do you tell the good advice from the bad, though? Does the show use a sarcasm font during those segments?
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stephanieluvspb wrote: »JanetYellen wrote: »Dr. Oz might say to sleep 7 hours, or walk 20 minutes, or eat veggies every day. Those things are not bad.
So as long as I eat my veggies I can smoke crack?
Dr. Oz says smoking crack will help you lose 20lbs in 10 days 0 -
Visit a bookstore and look at all the quack books. Some might be worth reading for entertainment. I would never just "believe" anything I read. I would research things on my own, then make decisions. People are not dumb.
If a doctor wanted to give you a prescription, wouldn't you research it before buying it?0 -
JanetYellen wrote: »Visit a bookstore and look at all the quack books. Some might be worth reading for entertainment. I would never just "believe" anything I read. I would research things on my own, then make decisions. People are not dumb.
A quick read through MFP threads is all you need to dispel that notion. Detoxes, Dr. Phil diets, juice cleanses, water fasts, diet pills, etc., etc., etc.0 -
You have proved this is not true, you haven't properly researched his claims. And whilst I wouldn't be so rude as to call you dumb, I will say that you have portrayed yourself in this thread as extremely gullible0
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