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Apple cider vinegar (supplement)

Glucose · Weight · Digestion
Tier 3 — Trending

What it is

A 2024 review of 9 trials found modest reductions in blood sugar and body weight (about 1.2 kg over 12 weeks), but the effects are small. Liquid vinegar can erode tooth enamel and irritate the throat, so capsules are a safer option. Take with meals to reduce stomach irritation. Not a replacement for proper diet and exercise.

Efficacy
2/5
Safety
3/5
Research
2/5
Onset
3/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
4/5

Dose

750–1,500 mg/day capsule form; take with meals to reduce GI irritation

Time of day & tips

Take capsules with meals — never on an empty stomach. Avoid liquid vinegar form as it erodes tooth enamel. Take with a full glass of water.

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