Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has long been touted for its potential health benefits, including weight loss and blood sugar management. A recent study carried out on 120 participants sheds scientific light on these assertions.
A Randomized Study to Measure the Effectiveness of VCP
During this study, participants were randomly divided into four groups. Three groups received 5, 10 or 15 ml of VCP per day, while the fourth group, the control group, received a placebo. This intervention took place over a period of 12 weeks, with rigorous monitoring of the following parameters: body weight, measurements, fasting blood sugar, triglycerides and cholesterol. These measurements were taken at weeks 0, 4, 8 and 12.
Notable improvements in VCP Groups
The results of the study are unequivocal. Participants in all three groups who consumed VCP observed a significant decrease in all monitored measures. This reduction not only concerns weight, but also fasting blood sugar, triglycerides and cholesterol. In contrast, the placebo group saw no notable improvement.
When do results start to show?
An interesting point noted in the study is that positive changes were only observed from week 8. This suggests that the beneficial effects of VCP require regular and continued use to fully manifest. Indeed, it was at week 12 that the evolution of the measurements was most marked, thus confirming the importance of prolonged consumption to obtain optimal results.
Recommendations
If you want to enjoy the benefits of apple cider vinegar, it is recommended to incorporate it into your daily routine. A simple and effective way to do this is to consume a glass of water with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar every morning on an empty stomach. This habit could help improve your metabolic health and promote long-term weight loss.
Apple cider vinegar for weight management in Lebanese adolescents and young adults with overweight and obesity: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study Rony Abou-Khalil et al. BMJ Nutr Prev Health. 2024.
