by Simon Singh
First published 2008
Skeptical scientists Singh and Ernst dissect the claims and evidence behind over 30 popular alternative treatments, from acupuncture to homeopathy. As they peel back the layers of pseudoscience and misinformation, a stark picture emerges: many alternative cures are nothing more than clever placebos, rip-offs, and even outright dangers to public health. But amidst the quackery, can science find any kernels of truth? This no-nonsense takedown of the alternative medicine industry will have you questioning everything—and trusting nothing without solid proof.
Genres: non-fiction, health, history-of-medicine, pseudoscience, alternative-medicine, skepticism, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism
352 pages · Paperback · W. W. Norton & Company