As I understand it, the claim is that the less you use Homeopathy, the better it works. Sounds plausible to me.[1]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The claim is that the less you use homeopathy, the better it works; this sounds plausible.
- In plain terms
- Using homeopathy less might make it seem more effective.
- What can you take from it?
- Skepticism is needed for claims lacking evidence.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people perceive low usage as higher efficacy?
- How can we test such claims?
Another view
The statement is anecdotal and not scientifically validated.
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