Key Takeaway
Systematic review found limited evidence that apple cider vinegar aids weight loss, with most studies showing small effects that may be due to appetite suppression from nausea.
Summary
Systematic review evaluating the evidence for apple cider vinegar as a weight loss intervention in humans.
Methods
- Systematic review
- Searched major databases
- Included human intervention studies
- Assessed quality of evidence
Key Results
- Limited high-quality evidence available
- Some studies showed modest weight loss (1-2 kg)
- Appetite suppression reported, possibly due to nausea
- Mechanisms unclear beyond glycemic effects
- Insufficient evidence to recommend for weight loss
Limitations
- Few high-quality RCTs
- Short study durations
- Heterogeneous protocols
- Publication bias likely