Has anyone read "Natural Cures" By Kevin Trudeau in its entirety? What is your ultimate view on it?

Answer 1

Do a little reading on this guy, then decide for yourself. Personally, I think he's a huckster out to make a buck using ridiculous claims backed by pseudo-science and possibly outright untruths .. but that's just my opinion .. and some other people like doctors, respected journalists, etc.

Analysis of Kevin Trudeau's "Natural Cures" Infomercial (2004) by Stephen Barrett, M.D.
http://www.infomercialwatch.org/tran/trudeau.shtml

Kevin Trudeau Banned from Infomercials
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2004/09/trudeaucoral.htm

20/20 Report "King Con? Bestselling Author Selling Questionable Cures to the Desperate and Gullible"
http://abcnews.go.com/2020/Health/story?id=1527774

Skeptic's Dictionary
http://skepdic.com/trudeau.html

Wikipedia entry
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Natural_Cures_%22They%22_Don't_Want_You_To_Know_About

Answer 2

The guy would do well to cite his references. But all in all, there is very little that he says that isn't true. DISEASE is this country's best sellling product. Without it our economy would literally collapse. Look at the Journal of American Medicine. Three years it published an article citing the fact that over 108,000 Americans die every year from what is called "non-negative errors," or from "correctly prescribed" Drugs! In reality, these figures are but a fraction of the actual cost in human suffering, death, etc, caused by a twisted medical model that is ultimately based upon pathology. Were it not four the violation of the taboo against opening up dead bodies for "medical" investigation inaugurated in the Renaissance (a morbid "rebirth" if you ask me!), our modern medical model may have evolved into something much more intelligent. The chinese, for instance, knew better than to study death in order to heal life...they respected these inviolable laws and evolved what is perhaps the most effective, comprehensive and non-invasive medical system on the planet (excepting the many others that don't get much press here, i.e. Ayurveda, Native American healing, Tibetan Medicine, etc.

If the guy makes an error its in being a little too proud of himself, and a little too willing to pick a fight. Some times the "art of war" requires being a bit more diplomatic.

Answer 3

I posted a question similar to yours a few weeks ago.

I personally believe what Kevin is telling people is wrong. I mean, yes, the organic food thing and exercise - that's a no brainer and most people know about those things without having to buy Kevin's book. The rest of the book - don't go to doctors,don't take your prescription meds, don't eat pre-packaged foods, etc., ad nauseum is just plain wrong and dangerous.

I also don't like the fact that you buy this book (and/or his second book) and it's not enough for this guy to just stick to the "cures" - no! He has to go on and on about how people are out to kill him, how the government has a conspiracy against him, etc.

I would be one of the FIRST to organize a campaign to have every one of Kevin's books removed from shelves because of the dangerous and untruthful information contained in them. He is an alarmist and his "followers" are like a bunch of flippin' nuts! Everyone who agrees with Kevin ALWAYS tries to push Kevin's agenda onto you. It's like a cult and the followers have become a bunch of fanatical idiots.

Answer 4

BUY THE BOOK AND BELIEVE WHAT HE'S TELLING US!!

My husband and I first saw the commercial many months ago. Hubby thought it was bogus, but when I said I believed him and gave my reasons, hubby decided to look into it a bit more. He purchased the book, read it, has lost 15 pounds just changing a couple of things in his diet and he feels great!!

There is so much sickness in this country...just take a look around you. Cancer, MS, Lupus, fibromyalgia and other mysterious illnesses that doctors just cannot explain. What Kevin is saying makes so much sense.

Who could trust the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) or the CDC (Center For Disease Control) after all that's been in the news about them recently. They are just now admitting that the lead they put in our vaccines causes problems in babies and children. (i.e.: autism and even death). One minute they claim that butter (real butter), causes all kinds of health problems so they inform us that using margarine (a man made type of butter), is much better. Give them 5 years and they change their minds. With the FDA it's sometimes 2 weeks between what is good for you and what is not. Our water supply for example, Kevin’s book will enlighten you on that topic. The additives that are put in our food, some of which "MAKE" us want to eat more which then causes obesity. None of what Kevin discusses is outlandish, think about it, it truly makes total sense.

As for the government trying to shut Kevin up, well, why wouldn't they? They don't want the people in our country to really know what's going on. I can assure you, you WILL be appalled by what you read in this book.

YES, I believe what Kevin is saying and you should all take a close look around you. Chemicals, are everywhere, and trust me, they DO affect us all. My hubby has changed his mind completely after reading Kevin's book. Buying that book has completely changed our lives.

I challenge all of you to get the book, read it's contents and then see what you think. Don't let others make up your mind for you, don‘t leave yourself in the dark, arm yourself with knowledge, you'll be glad you did. Perhaps you will be one of the many many millions who will make a difference in the way the FDA and CDC are doing things in our country, not to mention our government.

Remember the 500.00 toilet seat our American Government paid for? Well, who made that decision? Don’t forget the many other countless "mistakes" our Government has made. As people who live in this country, it is our duty to see that we watch over those that are "supposed" to be in control, unfortunately, they cannot always be trusted.

Answer 5

It's very simple. He spends a lot of time stating the obvious, and asking for sympathy because he was booted from TV infomercials for selling products with claims that were deemed to be without merit. I would say, write your own book. Here's a great opening, and you have my permission to use it.

"Did you know that if you stand outside when it's raining, you'll get wet, and get cleaner than you've ever gotten standing outside? It's just one way that natural cures can help you. By the way, don't forget to visit my website at http://www.rainwillgetyouwetterandcleaner.com"

Answer 6

My jhusband read it. It changed his life. Since about 5 months ago, he lost 3 suit sizes and is in the best shape of his life. He started eating mostly organic foods and bought all the "right" vitamins and essentials in the book. He looks and feels great. It gets very expensive though. But he argues, it's better than medical bills. He's 42.

Answer 7

I haven't read the book but a friend of my is reading it and she says its wonderful. So i will read it next.

I do have an idea what he's on to though and I do believe him. My family and I have been using herbal remedies and following a simlar life style for many years and i am very happy to say that we have not been to a medical doctor for eons. Be open minded and you will see for yourself.

organic vegetarian food

Answer 8

I read it and about 30 pages of it were interesting to me...then he got redundant...the bread making chapter did me in..I went to his www and he charges an enormous amount to be a member!! I am beginning to question his integrity...As well some of his suggestions were off the mark, most common people can't afford what he suggests, I know I can't!...He did make sense about diseases and cures (that he can't give a remedy for you must be a member first SCAM!!) that much I believe about drs being scams. Give me the points please remember just because some answers are longer than others, does not make them best! lol

Answer 9

Oh, you may not want to get me started on this one. ;-) My honest opinion was that it was the biggest bunch of nothing I'd ever read. I mean, how can you spend that much time writing something without actually saying anything?

I also had a big problem with his "persecuted victim" mentality. That's such an obvious ploy.

Answer 10

He's a big time scam artist. All the thief wants is your money and he'll feed you anything you want to hear for the money.. If you want to know what vinegar does for you, you don't have to pay $50 for it. Just go to The Vinegar Page and find out all you need to know for FREE. The rest of what he says is whining about how the govt. keeps trying to shut his thieving @$$ up. Don't buy it.