When we saw the following promotion about BBC2's forthcoming Horizon programme, we telephoned Horizon and expressed our concerns. In our view, it appeared from the promotion that the angle might be negative at least with regard to high dose Vitamin C and "one type of vitamin" (no doubt beta-carotene) that "may actually increase the chances of catching the disease (cancer)."
The BBC then asked us to put our concerns in writing. This we did. They then responded in writing.
See all these communications below:
1) The BBC2 promotion
2) Our email to the BBC
3) The BBC's reply.
We ask those who have access to BBC, to watch BBC2 Horizon at 21.00 h GMT and make up your own minds.Did the programme offer a "fair and balanced view" as claimed by the BBC? If you have concerns, we urge you to communicate these concerns to the BBC. Please offer your feedback or comments via the BBC Message Board after you've seen the programme.
1) Horizon promotion
Thu 16 Sep, 9:00 pm-9:50 pm, 50mins
The Truth about Vitamins
Britain is becoming a nation of pill poppers. We consume
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