Objective:

To investigate the potential anti-obesity effects of apple cider vinegar (ACV) in overweight and obese adolescents and young adults.

Approach:

• Study Design: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study with 120 participants aged 12 to 25 years.
• Intervention: Participants consumed either 5, 10, or 15 mL of ACV daily or a placebo for 12 weeks.
• Measurements: Anthropometric and biochemical parameters were assessed at weeks 0, 4, 8, and 12.

Key Findings:

• The 15-mL ACV group showed mean reductions of 7.0 kg in weight, 2.8 in BMI, 3.4 cm in waist circumference, 2.2 cm in hip circumference, and 1.9% in body fat ratio.
• Improvements in fasting blood glucose (11.9 mg/dL), triglycerides (14.1 mg/dL), and total cholesterol (14.7 mg/dL) were observed.
• Reductions in anthropometric and biochemical parameters were dose- and time-dependent.
• No significant changes were observed in the placebo group, and no adverse effects were reported.

Interpretation:

Limitations:

• Lack of long-term follow-up.
• Relatively small sample size.

Conclusion:

Sources:

• BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health