MOC writes: “Someone I know who attends LaSalle University in Philadelphia was given a book by a religious sister authored by Gregg Braden to read. Is this book and author New Age?”
Category Archives: Self Help
Beware of Herbal Weight Loss Products!
If you’re looking to lose weight this year, do it the old-fashioned way – with a healthy diet and exercise – and stay away from herbal weight loss products and body-building formulas that new research has found to be linked to severe liver damage.
Should Christians Seek Counsel From a Yoruban Priestess?
MH asks: “What do you know about this lady that appears on Oprah’s show, Dr. Lyanla Vazant?”
The Life Vessel
We recently received a question from someone with a seriously ill relative who has begun to use the Life Vessel as part of his treatment. She’s worried that this might be some kind of New Age scam. After some research, we can confirm that this device is not backed by sound science.
An Alternative Called Integrative Manual Therapy
KF writes: “I heard through a Catholic friend about a kind of therapy to help my chronic back problems, but it started to talk about aligning fluids and stuff and am wondering if this method is part of the new age or not. Any info would be appreciated.”
FDA Issues Warning About Potentially Deadly Supplement
The hidden dangers in the largely unregulated supplements market came back into the limelight again this week when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to consumers about the risks they face by taking Reumofan Plus and Reumofan Plus Premium, popular dietary supplements which can cause serious and even fatal side effects.
Can You Mix the New Age, Psychology and Modern Medicine?
GA asks: “I was hoping you could give me some more details on this following link on a Priest who claims to be able to cure cancer but the technique he uses sounds very new agey to me. Some of my Catholic relatives have been sending this link and I want to be able to warn them appropriately on the same.”
Is There Such a Thing as Miraculous Pajamas?
SMB writes: “Dr. Oz is promoting pajamas known as “Goodnighties” that are made from a kind of “smart-fabric” that emits negative ions that allegedly soothe tired muscles and help us sleep well through the night. Is this for real or would I be wasting my money if I wanted to try it?”
New Age Fire Walking Event Leads to Dozens of Burned Feet
A New Age fire-walking experience gone bad in San Jose this weekend left at least 21 people with burn injuries.
Mass Hypnosis Event Goes Awry at Quebec School
A group of middle-school aged girls in Quebec were left in a trance for up to five hours after a “mass hypnosis” demonstration by an inexperienced hypnotist was unable to wake them up.
