I usually stay out of the exchange of anecdotal name calling.  With
regard to this one, I do have a relevant authority to quote.  Last night
I was discussing the use of Tartaric acid for bees with my Father who
has a Doctors degree in Pharmacy.  It seems that the aforementioned acid
is well known for it's laxative properties.  Taken to excess it can be
described as DYSENTERY.
 
I have found the amount of anecdotal nonsense in our profession/hobby
is  rampant.  I have come to the conclusion over the years...
You can always tell when someone is a beekeeper...you just can't tell
him much
 
Chris Michel
Poplar Bluff, MO  USA