• Nov.30. 2010



Why is "bear gall bladder uses" a popular search term today? Last night, a new show premiered on the


National Geographic Channel. The show, aptly named

"Wild Justice," follows California game
wardens as they carry out their duties.

Last night's show took viewers on a detailed operation to catch bear poachers. Bears have become a valuable commodity. Some people will pay thousands of dollars for a dead bear. This is due to a popular belief that bear gall bladders can cure everything from fevers to liver disease. Unfortunately, this isn't the first time an animal has been exploited in the name of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).