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Lies That Scientists Tell (And that You Believed or Still Believe)

A list I will update on my whim.  Feel free to add to the list: Lie: Until very recently, scientists claimed that steroids "didn't work."  The Physicians Desk Reference stated that "anabolic steroids have not been shown to enhance athletic ability."  Truth: That claim was so moronic that anyone who believed it isn't even worth talking to. Lie: Now scientists claim that steroids cause a bunch of health problems - even when used responsibly.  Truth: There isn't any evidence of this.  There is even overwhelming evidence that responsible use of exogenous testosterone (which is classified as an anabolic steroid) increases quality of life without any negative health effects. Lie: Beta blockers save lies.  Truth: They don't. Lie: Antidepressants work...continue to full post

Full post as published by Crime & Federalism on April 14, 2009 (boomark / email).