Is It Real? Season 2 Episode 3
Is It Real?
Season 2

Ep 3. Miracle Cures

  • TV-PG
  • October 9, 2006
  • 45 min
  • 6.1  (9)

Miracle Cures is the third episode of the second season of the television series Is It Real? This episode delves into the realm of alternative medicine and miracle cures that have claimed to heal and cure people of various ailments, illnesses, and diseases. The episode explores the science behind these cures and investigates whether they are actually legit or just a hoax.

The episode begins with an interview with a woman who claims to have cured her cancer by drinking a special concoction of herbs and roots. The woman swears by the treatment and even goes as far as to say that it's a miracle cure. The show's host questions whether this is actually possible and decides to investigate further.

The show then dives into the world of alternative medicine and interviews various practitioners, patients, and scientists who have studied these miracle cures in depth. They discuss the different types of alternative medicine such as homeopathy, chiropractic, and acupuncture, and the various claims these practices make about curing various illnesses and ailments.

The episode then moves on to discuss some of the most popular miracle cures, including the Gerson therapy and the Burzynski clinic. Both of these treatments claim to be able to cure cancer, and have amassed a significant following. However, the show investigates the science behind these treatments and talks to experts who are skeptical of their effectiveness.

The episode then goes on to discuss the placebo effect and how it plays a role in alternative medicine. They explain how the belief in a cure can actually lead to a person feeling better, even if the treatment is not actually effective. They also discuss the dangers of believing in miracle cures and how it can lead people to avoid traditional medical treatments that have been proven to be effective.

The show ends with a discussion about the future of alternative medicine and whether it will ever be accepted as a legitimate form of treatment. They discuss how the scientific community is currently divided on the issue and how more research needs to be done to determine the effectiveness of these treatments.

Overall, Miracle Cures is a thought-provoking episode of Is It Real? that explores the world of alternative medicine and miracle cures. It provides insight into the different types of alternative medicine, the claims they make, and the science behind them. It also raises important questions about the placebo effect and the dangers of belief in miracle cures.

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Is It Real?, Season 2 Episode 3, is available to watch and stream on National Geographic. You can also buy, rent Is It Real? on demand at Amazon, Vudu, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    October 9, 2006
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    45 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.1  (9)