The Church has issued no general prohibition against the use of alternatives but She has a lot to say about the right and wrong way to use them. This podcast will give you all the details you need to avoid falling into the trap of "superstitious medicine."  Read More …

Despite its widespread following, acupuncture has very little scientific backing - and for good reason. It has several fatal flaws that render it utterly implausible. So why do so many people swear by it? There's a perfectly sound explanation, and it's guaranteed to surprise you!  Read More …

This Indian medicinal system has been around since ancient times and is based on the pagan belief that health comes from balancing the mind, body, and spirit with the surrounding universe. But does it work? And, more importantly, is it safe?  Read More …

Beware of "Brain Rewiring Programs". There's a lot of buzz lately about programs that claim to be able to help people regain their lost self-esteem or overcome anxiety by "rewiring" the brain based on principles of neuroplasticity. But how much of this is scientifically supported, and how much is pseudoscientific hype?  Read More …

Just because essential oils are used in witchcraft doesn't mean they're evil. Only when they're are used in superstitious ways can they become problematic for Catholics. This podcast delves into the right and wrong way to use essential oils.  Read More …

What does the Church have to say about hypnosis? What's the difference between a licensed and a certified hypnotist? Can hypnosis be dangerous? This podcast answers all of these questions, and more!  Read More …

Also known as Applied Kinesiology, muscle testing is used by many chiropractors and naturopaths as a diagnostic tool, but why is it regarded as a pseudoscience? And why do people say it has links to the New Age and the occult? This podcast has the answers!  Read More …

How is Alternative Medicine Linked to the New Age? (Category - Alternative Medicine) Even though the New Age didn't invent alternative medicine, it fits snugly into the very New Age belief that we can heal ourselves as long as we are in touch with our "inner" or "cosmic" energy. Understanding this connection is vital information for the discerning Catholic healthcare consumer!  Read More …

The only way to protect yourself and your loved ones from bad medicine is to ask the right questions and insist on getting the right answers. This podcast not only provides a handy list of all the right questions to ask, it also gives plenty of pointers on what information to look for on the websites of alternative providers.  Read More …