Badmedicine?
Some alternative remedies work wonders, but not all are what they're cracked up to be
- Published: 6/02/2010 at 12:00 AM
- Newspaper section: Muse
Cable television presenter Sorawan Sirisuntarin, also known as Pa Cheng or Super Cheng, made headlines earlier this week when it emerged that tests conducted on her popular "miracle products" found that they were acidic and contaminated with bacteria. Granted, there has yet to be any complaint filed by an aggrieved party. 'Muse' asked two questions: In this age of health awareness, when people are making a concerted effort to find products that can prolong good health, unafraid to try anything currently on the market - hyped-up products from naturally derived drinks and miracle creams to holistic foods and treatments - how do you set the rules for what you are willing or unwilling to try as a consumer looking to achieve good health? Have you ever gone through a period of trying out this and that in search of the holy grail of well-being? Here are your answers!
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I like surfing on the internet, so I learn a lot from bloggers' opinions and those of other members of the public. Reading their comments has definitely convinced me to try certain products. However, these products must also meet my needs at that particular time. If I'm looking for a product for myself but I'm not sure about the quality, I surf to find information. If the product is well accepted among the regular key opinion leaders, I'll definitely go for it. However, in the end, a product may not work for me despite bloggers' recommendations. One size doesn't fit all."
TONGHATHAI SUDDEE,
Office worker
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I'll try anything that makes me healthy. If the product is affordable, why not? But I don't just pick up any product advertised on TV or in magazines. First, I check out the advertisement to determine if it's reliable or not. Many manufacturers make excessive claims, exaggerating their product's properties. Then I search for more information on the internet. You can find facts on herbal ingredients to the latest scientific data claimed by product manufacturers. And if you wait for a while on the web boards, you can read more and more comments from other surfers who've already tried the product. That also helps."
TANYA WONGDENDUANG,
Entrepreneur
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I don't usually buy a product advertised in the media because I feel that very often manufacturers tend to exaggerate their products' plus points. As I believe my daily intake of nutrients isn't enough for my body since I work out a lot, I've been taking supplements for a while now. These products were recommended by my friends who had already used the products. Their first-hand experience was far more convincing than the big words in the advertisements."
POOLSAK MAHASAKDIKUL,
Office worker
Next week: Valentine's Day is around the corner! February 14 is when Thai Christians, and Buddhists and others who enjoy celebrating festive days regardless of their faith, rejoice in honour of love! Along with lovebirds busy making arrangements for a private candlelit dinner for two, singles, spinsters and partner-less bachelors are being bombarded with information about making the romantic day a memorable one. 'Muse' takes this opportunity to ask what activities you would recommend for single people on Valentine's Day: How do you think they should spend the day of love - on their own or with friends or other people? You may also want to share your own, solitary Valentine experience with us. Send your answer along with your name, profession and contact address to muse@bangkokpost.co.th by February 10 to grab a chance at winning our special prize.
source : Bangkokpost.com
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