Apple Cider Vinegar Shows Promise as Weight Loss Aid, finds Study
Recently, there has been increasing interest in alternative remedies to support weight management, and one such remedy that has gained popularity is apple cider vinegar.
A recent study conducted in Lebanon aimed to investigate the potential benefits of ACV consumption on weight reduction and metabolic health parameters. This study was published in the journal of BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health by Rony A. and colleagues.
Obesity and overweight are significant global health challenges associated with various adverse health outcomes, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Natural remedies, such as ACV, have garnered attention for their purported weight loss benefits.
The study recruited 120 overweight and obese individuals who were randomly assigned to different doses of ACV or a placebo over a 12-week period. Anthropometric measurements, fasting blood glucose, triglyceride, and cholesterol levels were assessed at multiple time points throughout the study.
Key Findings:
Participants consuming ACV experienced significant reductions in anthropometric variables, including weight, body mass index (BMI), waist/hip circumferences, and body fat ratio.
ACV consumption also led to improvements in metabolic parameters, including blood glucose, triglyceride, and cholesterol levels.
No significant adverse effects were observed during the 12-week period of ACV intake.
The study concludes that daily consumption of ACV is associated with favorable effects on both anthropometric and metabolic parameters in individuals with overweight and obesity. ACV emerges as a promising antiobesity supplement without apparent side effects.
These findings suggest that ACV could be considered as part of a comprehensive approach to weight management in individuals struggling with overweight and obesity. However, further research is warranted to confirm these results and explore the mechanisms underlying the observed effects of ACV on weight reduction and metabolic health.
Reference:
Abou-Khalil, R., Andary, J., & El-Hayek, E. Apple cider vinegar for weight management in Lebanese adolescents and young adults with overweight and obesity: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health,2024;e000823. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjnph-2023-000823
