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Snake oil has manifested itself in many different ways. There are so many online scams out there.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on August 14, 2025 at 5:35 AM
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Re: Pat....
.....Ha Ha Ha. Hadn't thought about them in a long time. Remember Lydia Pinkham?
posted by
TAPS.
on August 13, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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One reason we're counting so many birthdays is because we ate from the garden, no additives or preservatives, and we worked at raking, mowing and other chores instead of forking over $$$ for exercise gadgets. Like you, I don't trust those gimmicks and sure cures that pop up on our social media. Remember the ads for Carter's Little Liver pills?
posted by
Pat_B
on August 13, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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My mind tells me the longer the people go on and on about their product, the more skeptical I am that it is a Con. leave the pink sand where it belongs, is the way I am thinking.
posted by
Kabu
on August 13, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Re: Sherri....
"I am like my mom in a lot of ways"
posted by
TAPS.
on August 13, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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I'm skeptical of those gimmicks, too. Your mom and dad had it right. Fresh produce and clean living are two paths to a long life. I have heard that you should take a close look at the relative you resemble the most. DNA and genetics play a huge part in what ailments the two of you will possibly share, along with the length of time you will be on this earth.
posted by
Sherri_G
on August 13, 2025 at 7:23 AM
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