The famous infomercial king, Kevin Trudeau, whose products have scammed the public out of billions of dollars, was tossed in jail this week after failing to pay a $38 million fine he receive for misleading people in his ads.
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JB writes: "
My daughter was introduced to what looks like a New Age drink called 'Kombucha'. This was while she was going to school in the San Francisco Area, the main distributor is based in Beverly Hills. I have also seen a lot of 'yogi tea' in supermarkets across the US."
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LC asks: "
I would love to see a review on the cartoon "Tree Fu Tom" from the Sprout channel. I was watching it with my 3 year old until the character said to get up and do the spell pose. Apparently it is supposedly geared towards getting children to get up and be active while watching TV, but this goes above and beyond by introducing children to the occult. Unfortunately this is a trend that seems to be on the increase."
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DK asks:
"I would like to get a treatment for a nerve problem in my foot. The technique is called Myokinesthetic System and I am completely okay with it. It is biologically sound and gives amazing results. . .
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JZ writes: "
I purchased a Halsa Swedish acupressure mat in a local health store. The box said The Natural Alternative to pain relief medication. The insert said the mat has roots in India, where spike mats were first used about 5000 yrs ago by fakirs,and yogis. The mat has spikes in it to stimulate the body's acupressure points. I assume this is a New Age product. I lost $40 on the dumb mat. Have you heard of this? What a rip off, I'll stick to a regular pillow."
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The 67 year-old founder of the popular "hot yoga" craze was just hit with a third lawsuit from his former legal counsel who is accusing him of racism, misogyny, sexual harassment, homophobia and threats of violence.
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AC writes:
"I read your article about The Magic Tree House Book Series. I wanted to make sure that my children were safe from New Age dangers if they read and watch The Magic School Bus series which is about science, health, etc. Could you please advise me?"
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AC writes: "
I know a Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach who was trained by Paul Chek. Would you advise me consulting this person who is a Level 3 practitioner from the C.H.E.K. Institute? I looked at his website and blog, and I see things that concern me. Please advise me whether he can be considered New Age or not."
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A psychic who told clients she was carrying out "God's Work" has been arrested for allegedly conning more than $800,000 from a woman who thought her family was possessed.
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A 23-year-old man is believed to have committed suicide last week because a crow sat on his head twice in the same day, a bad omen according to Hindu superstition.
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A 23-year-old man is believed to have committed suicide last week because a crow sat on his head twice in the same day, a bad omen according to Hindu superstition.
