The term "junk science" refers to faulty scientific research and/or data analysis. When we are forced to believe scientific reports that are based on faulty research or analysis, it is wrong to expect the masses to accept what amounts to nothing more than junk science.

In terms of medicine today, if there exists a strong parallel to junk science ... and it meets the criteria and definition, is it not then "junk"?

This book looks back at medicine over the past two hundred years. The purpose of this book is to help you make intelligent decisions when it comes to your health care.