Rose Shapiro

eye opening, mainly as I had never investigated many of these alternative therapies, so thought they were more scientific than they really are. for example, I thought chiropractic was just to fix your back, so thought it was ok. turns out it's supposed to cure everything, which is bs. good information to know, and not as vitriolic in the writing style as some other books in the genre.

Suckers: How Alternative Medicine Makes Fools of Us All by Rose Shapiro (2008)

I found this really interesting, but I don't think it would convince people who already believe in alternative medicine.

Absolutely brilliant - and funny - book. A must read especially if you or your loved ones are into alternative medicines or treatments. Some stuff may work...a little,such as basic herbal medicine but some treatments that look dramatic turn out to be, astoundingly, frauds. Read the book - you'll be amazed. I was!