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Oct 2020
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Herbalife Pt. 1: “Diet Shake Scam”

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Mark Hughes founded Herbalife in 1980, with the stated goal of helping people lose weight the healthy way. The multi-level marketing company achieved astronomical success before a series of controversies put the spotlight on questionable business practices and toxic products.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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