RSB Show Thursday, February 17, 2010 - Obesity, Bone drugs, OTC meds, RA, Homeopathy for Emotional Kids...

Obesity lowers glaucoma risk in women while simultaneously increasing risk of heart attack in men? What's going on here? Do the confusing headlines add up?

It is reported that the bisphosphonate drugs prescribed for osteoporosis may lower your risk of colo-rectal cancer. Are Fosomax and Boniva miraculous new anti-cancer drugs? Does Sally Field know something we don't know? Coming up, osteoporosis explained in ways your doctor never does; plus, you'll never believe what doctors actually call prevention!

Finally, a report on the use, overuse and abuse of dangerous OTC cough and cold medicines in children. Since simply using these FDA approved drugs may result in death, why are they still on the market? I will tell you why and who they may be targeting.

Today's Moment of DUH is brought to you by Rheumatoid Arthritis. Who pays for this research? Also, I will explain RA in ways doctors have never been taught.

Time permitting, I will throw in a few homeopathic cough and cold remedies that have no side effects, now that you know the allopathic ones are so dangerous!

What is more powerful - thoughts or drugs? The skeptic/magician/quackbusters are going to be none-too-pleased with the results of a new scientific study. How do your expectations impact efficacy of painkilling drugs? You may be surprised with the answer.

Any children out there with emotional disturbances? Psychiatric drugs need not apply - I will reveal homeopathic medicines safe for children of all ages (that means adults, too) to help with emotional disturbances including extreme anger, anxiety, hyperactivity, lack of confidence and sadness/depression.

How's that vaccine for pneumonia working out for you Big Pharma? Survey says: Not so good. A new study reveals the failure of a commonly prescribed vaccine for this pulmonary threat. Want to know what I would use?

Plus, an amazing story of an infant who picked the right remedy among 100! How did she know? I will tell you.

Luc Chaltin, N.D., D.I. Hom., Torchebearer for Clinical Homeopathy and Organic Agriculture Passes Away at 85

My mentor and teacher in the organic and homeopathic realm passed from this earth recently. I remain grateful to Luc Chaltin for all that he taught me about the nature of healing and the healing of nature. He added much to the body of knowledge, particularly in the field of Clinical Homeopathy, for which he served as an innovative torchbearer, especially after emigrating to the United States in the 1980's. Following is his obituary:

Dr. Luc Chaltin, age 85, of Decatur passed away on December 28, 2008. Dr. Chaltin was born May 7, 1923 to Henri and Maria Chaltin in Kontich, Belgium. Survivors include: nine children who reside in Europe; his family at Newton Laboratories; and thousands of friends and patients. He was preceded in death by a son. He was previously a long-time resident of Rockdale County where he established Newton Laboratories, a leading manufacturer of clinical homeopathic remedies, and the American Academy of Clinical Homeopathy, an educational affiliate.

Fondly known as "Dr. Luc", he was fluent in Dutch, French, German and English. He received degrees from the University of Antwerp, Belgium, Clayton School of Natural Healing, British Institute of Homeopathy in England, "Provinciale Land-en Tuinbouwschool" Mechelen, Belgium and studied at the School of Business in Leuven, Belgium.

Dr. Luc served on the Board of Directors for C.A.M.A., a non profit organization that promoted alternative and natural healthcare. He was a world renowned homeopath and healed and treated countless patients throughout the United States, Europe, Canada and the Caribbean.

Dr. Luc wrote the first Advanced Clinical Homeopathy Correspondence Course, authored the first homeopathic book in Dutch, hosted an Organic Gardening radio program in Belgium and co-hosted the syndicated "Jump Start Your Health" radio program with Robert Scott Bell here in the United States.

He frequently lectured to the public, medical doctors, homeopaths, naturopaths and pharmacists. Dr. Luc was literally a walking testimony for good health, exercising and a curious mind. He was an avid reader, an organic gardener and enjoyed daily hikes. Resilient until the end, he passed away of complications from a fall while hiking.

The community of Natural Health has lost a very important figure and he will be greatly missed. His legacy of Homepathic formulations and teachings will continue to affect generations to come.

The family will receive friends Friday, January 2, 2009 from 5 pm - 8 pm at Metro Emb. and Crematory, Inc. located at 329 Gees Mill Business Parkway Suite #300 Conyers, GA 30013 (770) 922-8182. Dr. Luc chose to be cremated and a celebration of his life will be arranged in the near future.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to: Georgia Organics, Inc, P.O. Box 8924, Atlanta, GA 31106. (678)702-0400 https://www.georgiaorganics.org/donate/donate.php

May he rest in peace.