Podcast: Apple Cider Vinegar for Acid Reflux? No.

By Cameron English and ChuckDinerstein — Nov 13, 2025

Experiencing heartburn? Then consuming an acidic product like apple cider vinegar isn't the solution. The logic is simple: if you've got excess stomach acid, more acid won't help. But up is down in the world of alternative medicine, so let's take a closer look at the bad chemistry behind this "natural" treatment for acid reflux.

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Join Cameron English and Dr. Chuck Dinerstein on Episode 145 of the Science Dispatch podcast as they discuss the non-benefits of apple cider vinegar.

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A recent BMJ paper claiming health benefits of apple cider vinegar was retracted — hardly shocking given the long history of hype over evidence. While it’s clear ACV doesn’t do much good, the real question is whether it can actually cause harm. Let’s break down what the science (and a little chemistry) says.

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Cameron English

Director of Bioscience

Cameron English is a writer, editor and co-host of the Science Facts and Fallacies Podcast. Before joining ACSH, he was managing editor at the Genetic Literacy Project.