Monthly Archives: February 2012

Herbal Remedies Can Interfere with HIV Treatment

Posted on February 28, 2012 by skeptvet

The popularity of herbal remedies rests, in large part, on the perceptions of these substances as “natural,” a vague, nearly meaningless term often mistakenly understood to mean “safe.” The idea that eating parts of plants, singly or in combination, can … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 1 Comment

Veterinary Stem Cells and Snake Oil

Posted on February 21, 2012 by skeptvet

I have written several articles previously about veterinary stem cell therapies, which I view as a promising but as yet unproven treatment for a number of medical problems. (e.g. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)  Though not “alternative” in origin, the … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 8 Comments

Garlic for Pets- What’s it Good for?

Posted on February 12, 2012 by skeptvet

One of the most popular plant products touted for medicinal use in pets is garlic Allium sativum. A recent newsletter by Dr. Deva Khalsa, a popular alternative veterinarian, makes some typical claims: Garlic is a miracle herb! Garlic (Allium sativum) … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 20 Comments

Funny for Some of You

Posted on February 5, 2012 by skeptvet

(From Veterinarians Behaving Badly. Hasn’t happened to me yet, but I’ve been taken to task, and others I know have been banned for expressing their critical thinking)

Posted in Humor | 10 Comments