False Prophets

He was a physician though he may not have had a medical degree, and yet that didn't matter to the people of France during a time of plague. Using a combination of common-sense hygiene and dietary supplements rich in vitamins, many of his patients saw their health improve, even to the point of being declared cured. It's no wonder that he earned quite a loyal following.

And yet, we don't remember Michel de Nostradame as an acclaimed healer. Rather, it was his infatuation with astrology that was to be his real ticket to fame. With a talent for writing – and a bit of a change of name – Nost...