Dr. Oz...oh puleeze

[Susysleever 265]

I get eating clean but the dude suggests exotic expensive ingredients that you can't find at Frys. Maybe I'm ticked off at fancy chefs that assume everyone will pay $60 or more for dinner.< /p>

[McButterpants 2,846]

I just watched an episode of Dr. Oz - the first time in many months. He had on a woman who weighed 56 pounds. It was horrifying to see her and her condition.

Then I got to thinking about all the other Dr. Oz episodes I've watched and realized they were all about losing weight in some way, shape or form.

And I agree, he promotes really expensive products that aren't available anyone living outside NYC or L.A.!

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

I also saw the episode with the 56 Lbs lady. So sad for her.

I don't really watch his show unless it has things like the 56 Lb lady. Other than that he is just promoting all kinds of supplements that no one really needs or scaring us into thinking that drinking apple juice and milk will kill us. He's all about shock value IMPO.

[Fallenangel2904 494]

I watched that episode also with he 56 pound woman. I hope she got the treatment she needs. I really don't like doctor oz for a lot of the reasons already mentioned. I feel like he's very shaming in a way 'no you're doing it totally wrong do it like this' I don't know, there are a lot of things I don't like about the guy.

As for the foods he recommends- not really sure which ones he's mentioned. I'm lucky enough to have a fresh produce market close to me so I'm able to get a lot of fresh veggies and fruits etc but I know not everyone has that luxury, and again that's why I feel like he 'shames' people. For example I caught a segment where he was talking about types of lettuce. Iceberg being the lest good for you health wise, to dark greens being best. If someone said they are lettuce instead of saying 'good job on eating a salad instead if eating junk' it's more like 'no that isn't the best for you. Eat romaine.' I don't know I feel he's kind of condescending but that's just me.

Sorry that was way more of a rant then I intended lol

[LilBoo007 491]

Why bother watching... Every week it's something else you need to eat its all about what he can endorse that week!!! I don't believe any of the hoopla!!!!

[vogue 310]

He is a quack. The only reason I watch occasionally is because a good friend of mine is featured on their as a workout instructor (Stepp Stewart)

[mrsto 2,925]

He is a cardiologist, who was promoted into fame by Oprah. He preaches on ALL health issues, as if he was an expert in all areas of medicine. Clearly, no specialist is an expert in ear, nose & throat issues, unless they're an ENT. Just as an emergency medical doctor isn't a cardiologist. Dr. Oz promotes whatever sells....period. In the beginning I watched his show. Then we ended up with the (what I refer to) as the Dr. Oz cabinet in our kitchen; loaded with tons of different supplements, herbs, etc. The very scary part of what he does, is promote so many different things that may not work well together. One day it's this, the next day it's THAT......on and on and on! There is no discussion of how these supplements interact with other supplements, and/or medication someone might be taking. He's talking to the general public, many who run right out and buy everything with the hope of losing weight. I stopped watching his show a long time ago. He's nothing more than a sensationalist. And a dangerous one at that.

Edited February 8, 2014 by mrsto

[McButterpants 2,846]

He is a cardiologist, who was promoted into fame by Oprah. He preaches on ALL health issues, as if he was an expert in all areas of medicine. Clearly, no specialist is an expert in ear, nose & throat issues, unless they're an ENT. Just as an emergency medical doctor isn't a cardiologist. Dr. Oz promotes whatever sells....period. In the beginning I watched his show. Then we ended up with the (what I refer to) as the Dr. Oz cabinet in our kitchen; loaded with tons of different supplements, herbs, etc. The very scary part of what he does, is promote so many different things that may not work well together. One day it's this, the next day it's THAT......on and on and on! There is no discussion of how these supplements interact with other supplements, and/or medication someone might be taking. He's talking to the general public, many who run right out and buy everything, with the hope of losing weight. I stopped watching his show a long time ago. He's nothing more than a sensationalist. And a dangerous one at that.

I laughed when I read your post - could have been written by me!!!!! I, too, have a cabinet full of supplements that I purchased after I started watching his show. I bought two bottles of raspberry ketones and were never opened. Selenium tablets. Mineral supplements because Vitamins weren't enough. I could go on, but you get the point.

I stopped watching after I looked at the sticky notes on my desk listing my next purchases I wanted to make! LOL.

[mrsto 2,925]

He is a cardiologist, who was promoted into fame by Oprah. He preaches on ALL health issues, as if he was an expert in all areas of medicine. Clearly, no specialist is an expert in ear, nose & throat issues, unless they're an ENT. Just as an emergency medical doctor isn't a cardiologist. Dr. Oz promotes whatever sells....period. In the beginning I watched his show. Then we ended up with the (what I refer to) as the Dr. Oz cabinet in our kitchen; loaded with tons of different supplements, herbs, etc. The very scary part of what he does, is promote so many different things that may not work well together. One day it's this, the next day it's THAT......on and on and on! There is no discussion of how these supplements interact with other supplements, and/or medication someone might be taking. He's talking to the general public, many who run right out and buy everything, with the hope of losing weight. I stopped watching his show a long time ago. He's nothing more than a sensationalist. And a dangerous one at that.

I laughed when I read your post - could have been written by me!!!!! I, too, have a cabinet full of supplements that I purchased after I started watching his show. I bought two bottles of raspberry ketones and were never opened. Selenium tablets. Mineral supplements because Vitamins weren't enough. I could go on, but you get the point.

I stopped watching after I looked at the sticky notes on my desk listing my next purchases I wanted to make! LOL.

Hahaha.....I know, right?! One of the things he was hot on, was konjac root. That, and another one he spoke of that same day. My husband went out and got both bottles. We went on a trip to northern California, and took a walk through Muir Woods. I had taken the konjac root, and halfway through the woods I got cramps; needed a bathroom DESPERATELY. The problem was, NO bathrooms throughout that whole expedition. We turned around and headed back, and I had to stop several times, bent over to control the explosion (sorry for the graphics) that was needing to happen. We made it back, but I will never ever forget that experience. Then, there was the garcinia cambogia and green coffee bean extract. Both completely wigged me out. Yep.....I'm so done with his BS. I'm surprised that he still has an audience.

Edited February 8, 2014 by mrsto

[Fiddleman 4,376]

... He's all about shock value IMPO.

are you saying dr oz is the new jerry springer?? If so, count me in! In all seriousness, dr oz does have some good things to say about nutrition and is practical for many people based on some of the shows I have seen in the past. Maybe he has changed more recently...

[Sweet Pee 349]

Every time I go into a Vitamin store (which is not often) someone comes in asking for a particular product they saw on Dr Oz.

[mrsto 2,925]

Every time I go into a Vitamin store (which is not often) someone comes in asking for a particular product they saw on Dr Oz.

It happens all the time. Every time I went into a store looking for his herb du jour, they were out of it because of everyone's mad dash to get it.