Episode
Paul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
55:22
Published: Tue Oct 11 2022
Description
Health claims about apple cider vinegar are everywhere. But are they true? This week, we hop into the wayback machine for the story of America's first health influencer. (That's not true, but neither is anything else in this episode.) Thanks to David Johnston for providing sources for this week’s episode!Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and moreLinks:A Longstanding Legacy of Promoting Healthy LivingAbout Paul (Internet Archive) 100 Years of Health with Patricia BraggPatricia Bragg: Born to do her father's workIn the Name of the ‘Father’ (part 2, part 3)FDA report on enforcement & complianceFTC decisions, 1941 How Americans Became Obsessed With Drinking Apple Cider Vinegar Debunking the health benefits of apple cider vinegarOrlando Bloom Bonded with Katy Perry over Apple Cider Vinegar Investor group acquires Bragg Live Food ProductsThanks to Doctor Dreamchip for our lovely theme song!Support the show
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The speaker informs listeners of two ways to support the podcast: through Patreon and Tee Public.
00:00 - 01:38 (01:38)
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The speaker informs listeners of two ways to support the podcast: through Patreon and Tee Public. Additionally, the speaker mentions that the most common feedback from both listeners and the publisher is related to hippie parents.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The podcast discusses how some companies have a tendency to overcomplicate basic health practices, framing them in overly-stigmatizing and unnecessarily elaborate ways in their packaging.
01:39 - 08:37 (06:57)
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The podcast discusses how some companies have a tendency to overcomplicate basic health practices, framing them in overly-stigmatizing and unnecessarily elaborate ways in their packaging.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The podcast host discusses searching through political contribution databases and the dangers of following questionable health advice.
08:37 - 13:31 (04:53)
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The podcast host discusses searching through political contribution databases and the dangers of following questionable health advice.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The term "processed" has been around for centuries as people debate the use of natural ingredients versus food additives.
13:31 - 17:27 (03:56)
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The term "processed" has been around for centuries as people debate the use of natural ingredients versus food additives. The hard and gnarly apples once grown in America were actually perfect for making fermented beverages and products like apple cider vinegar.
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Paul Bragg served as an inspiration for the health and wellness industry with his lectures and TV appearances.
17:27 - 23:43 (06:15)
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Paul Bragg served as an inspiration for the health and wellness industry with his lectures and TV appearances. From Eden Foods to Garden Burger and GNC, many entrepreneurs were influenced by his teachings.
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The Bragg's Health Empire is a private equity owned company that markets itself as a health-oriented enterprise, but in reality, it is using false advertising to push its products.
23:44 - 28:51 (05:07)
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The Bragg's Health Empire is a private equity owned company that markets itself as a health-oriented enterprise, but in reality, it is using false advertising to push its products.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The speaker reflects on the difference between a 26-year-old and a 41-year-old and discusses how a 40-year-old would be able to backfill and appear more mature than a 25-year-old trying to pass as a 40-year-old.
28:51 - 33:44 (04:52)
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The speaker reflects on the difference between a 26-year-old and a 41-year-old and discusses how a 40-year-old would be able to backfill and appear more mature than a 25-year-old trying to pass as a 40-year-old.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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This podcast episode discusses the history of women and patents, including the stories of Mary Phelps Jacob and caress Crosby, who patented the brassiere, and the lesser-known story of a woman who patented a douching device in 1957.
33:44 - 37:26 (03:42)
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This podcast episode discusses the history of women and patents, including the stories of Mary Phelps Jacob and caress Crosby, who patented the brassiere, and the lesser-known story of a woman who patented a douching device in 1957.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The speaker suggests that federal agencies must dedicate enough funding and staff to hold repeat known grifters accountable for their actions.
37:26 - 43:12 (05:45)
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The speaker suggests that federal agencies must dedicate enough funding and staff to hold repeat known grifters accountable for their actions. He also supports the idea that some health food companies like peanut buttery Crispy are making donations to animal shelters and missions by providing evidence from some credible sources.
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This episode discusses the vitamin profile of apple cider vinegar, popular health claims surrounding its consumption, and the ways in which companies have misled consumers through false health claims.
43:12 - 48:58 (05:45)
Summary
This episode discusses the vitamin profile of apple cider vinegar, popular health claims surrounding its consumption, and the ways in which companies have misled consumers through false health claims.
EpisodePaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
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The origins of apple cider vinegar as a health tonic are murky, but it is believed that it may offer some benefits due to its status as an edible substance.
48:58 - 53:10 (04:12)
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The origins of apple cider vinegar as a health tonic are murky, but it is believed that it may offer some benefits due to its status as an edible substance. The process of creating an apple cider vinegar drink involves infusing vinegar and fruit, adding sweetener and combining with club soda.
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This podcast episode discusses random celebrity stories, including one about Katy Perry's family and Patricia Bragg attending the same church.
53:10 - 55:14 (02:03)
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This podcast episode discusses random celebrity stories, including one about Katy Perry's family and Patricia Bragg attending the same church. The hosts also talk about their feelings on preventing sickness crime.