Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 347 - New Retraction (and What It Means For "Evidence-Based" Fitness)
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Oct 2, 2025 A recent paper on apple cider vinegar was retracted, raising critical questions about evidence-based fitness. Dr. Trex dives into the dramatic claims of the original study and the subsequent statistical investigation that revealed major discrepancies. He emphasizes the flaws in the retraction process and the public's misunderstanding of scientific findings. Additionally, he discusses the importance of scrutinizing research and anecdotes while advocating for community discourse to enhance trust in fitness science.
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Statistical Review Found Major Mismatch
- A journal-conducted statistical review found zero agreement between reported table values and the supplied data.
- That confirmed the initial reconstruction concerns and led to retraction.
Virality Makes Retractions Ineffective
- The paper went viral and ranked in the 99th percentile for attention, reaching many lay outlets.
- High reach means retractions often fail to correct the widespread initial impact.
Retraction Here Is The Exception
- The apple cider vinegar saga is actually an example of the system working, albeit slowly and painfully.
- Many flawed papers never face such cleanup, so this case is the exception, not the norm.