FDA , FTC vs. Dr. Andrew Weil: is America's health freedom being threatened?

October 22, 8:06 PMSF Mind and Body ExaminerAna Poirier

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The FDA and the FTC have issued a letter threatening criminal prosecution of Dr. Andrew Weil and his company claiming that this well-respected integrative medical doctor has made false statements regarding his immune boosting formulas.
Now, there has always been a little separation between those who favor allopathic medicine and those who favor “alternative” methods. But Americans have always had the freedom to choose - that is part of what makes this a “free” country.

Whether or not a person believes in herbal medicines, they should absolutely have the freedom to make the personal choice should they want to go that route.
It is vital that as Americans and consumers, we stay informed of truths and of profit-driven opinions.

The main herb in question here is astragalus, which does have scientific research supporting its immune enhancing effects. Why then would these government agencies be attacking Dr. Weil?
The answer seems to stem from profits, and those profits are a big deal.

It is important to understand that the Swine Flu vaccine has not been scientifically proven to be directly effective in humans against the swine flu. And yet the FDA has approved it for use, and touts it as “a magic pill”.

It is also important to review the information on substances that have been used successfully for centuries to boost immunity as well as medicines that have only just been created in “hopes” of being effective.

Unfortunately, it does not seem that we are being given the whole story.
Before making any decisions about something as precious as one’s health, it is vital to really investigate and look for the facts.

It is critical to not blindly accept that a vaccine will save millions of lives. Just as it is critical to not blindly accept that an herb will save millions of lives.

Time to ask questions, seek answers and dig a little deeper than just what is surface level.

For more info:

U of Maryland Medical Center on Astragulus

The economics of the Swine Flu vaccine

FDA/FTC letter

Revealing facts about Swine Flu vaccine