Doctor Reviews: Lipo Gummies

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Lipo Gummies are yet another brand of apple cider vinegar (ACV) gummies claiming to support weight loss. At first glance, they advertise a long list of ingredients that might sound impressive, but most of them are just standard gummy candy components. Ingredients like purified water, cane sugar, and apple pectin are there for texture and sweetness, not weight loss. Even the beetroot powder is included purely for color. The only ingredient that actually matters in these gummies is ACV itself—but does it really work?

ACV Gummy Myths

Do ACV Gummies Help With Weight Loss?

Many claims about ACV’s weight loss benefits sound promising, but the actual science behind them is weak. While some studies suggest that ACV might have mild effects on blood sugar and weight, the research is inconsistent and often unreliable.

The supposed benefits of ACV mostly come from acetic acid, which is the main active compound in any vinegar—not just apple cider vinegar. That means you could get the same potential benefits from regular white vinegar, which is cheaper and more widely available. While ACV does contain trace amounts of polyphenols and other compounds, their impact is negligible compared to acetic acid. In fact, studies suggest that both ACV and white vinegar provide similar blood sugar benefits, making ACV’s reputation more of a marketing tactic than a scientific fact.

Another common belief is that ACV helps with digestion and appetite control, but this is misleading. ACV is highly acidic, and acidic foods tend to increase appetite by stimulating digestion and salivation—something you probably don’t want when trying to lose weight. Plus, a small study on type 1 diabetics found that ACV slowed down gastric emptying, which could actually make blood sugar control worse rather than better.

Some claim that the sediment (or “mother”) in ACV provides probiotics that support gut health. However, the truth is that the amount of sediment in ACV is tiny and mostly consists of fiber and fermentation leftovers—not probiotics. Even if probiotics in ACV were beneficial (which hasn’t been proven), the amounts are so small that they wouldn’t have a meaningful impact on your gut health.

There’s also a myth that ACV can enhance exercise performance and energy levels. However, research doesn’t back this up. One small study on male athletes found that drinking ACV before exercise had no effect on endurance compared to a regular sports drink. If you feel more alert after taking ACV, it’s likely just the sharp taste waking you up rather than any special property of the vinegar.

The Real Problem With ACV Gummies

Even if ACV did offer real weight loss benefits, ACV gummies wouldn’t be an effective way to get them. The problem? You’d have to eat an absurd number of gummies to match the doses used in research.

Studies on ACV typically use liquid vinegar, with participants consuming around two tablespoons per day (about 30 grams total). Lipo Gummies, however, contain only 500 mg (0.5 grams) of ACV per gummy. That means you’d need to eat 60 gummies per day just to get the same amount of ACV as two tablespoons of liquid vinegar. That’s two full bottles of gummies—every single day.

And if you actually tried to do that? You’d be consuming 120 grams of sugar and starch, adding up to a whopping 480 extra calories per day—completely counteracting any potential weight loss benefits.

To put it into perspective, each gummy contains about 10 drops of ACV. That’s nowhere near enough to have any meaningful effect on your health. Worse, for those trying to lose weight, the real problem isn’t just the lack of ACV—it’s the added sugar you’re consuming along with it.

At the end of the day, ACV gummies are nothing more than overpriced, sugary candy with a sprinkle of vinegar. If you’re hoping to test ACV’s potential benefits, you’d be much better off drinking the real thing—and saving yourself a lot of money (and unnecessary sugar) in the process.

BHB Gummy Myths

Can BHB Help with Weight Loss?

One of the ingredients listed on the Lipo Gummies label—but strangely not mentioned on their website—is BHB (beta-hydroxybutyrate), sometimes called 3HB.

BHB is a type of ketone that your body naturally produces when you’re in ketosis—the metabolic state where fat is burned for energy instead of carbohydrates. Normally, your body prefers carbs because they’re easier to break down for fuel. But when carbs are scarce, like on a keto diet, your body shifts gears and starts making ketones like BHB to use as an alternative energy source.

Sounds promising, right? But does taking BHB as a supplement actually help with weight loss? Research says no.

One study compared two groups: one followed a keto diet alone, while the other followed the same diet but added BHB supplements. The result? The keto diet itself led to weight and fat loss, but the BHB did nothing extra.

Another study tested obese individuals on a very low-calorie diet. Again, those who took BHB didn’t lose weight any faster than those who didn’t.

But what if you’re not dieting at all? One study gave participants BHB supplements for 12 weeks without any dietary changes. While researchers noted a slight reduction in visceral fat (the fat surrounding internal organs), it didn’t lead to any actual weight loss.

Does BHB Improve Exercise Performance?

Another big claim about BHB is that it can boost workouts, helping you burn more fat by improving endurance and performance. Since BHB can be used as an energy source, this idea sounds reasonable—but the research tells a different story.

In one study, young men took BHB salts before a cycling test, but it didn’t improve performance or make the workout feel any easier compared to a placebo.

Another study on trained athletes found that even large doses of BHB failed to improve endurance, reduce effort, or affect lactate levels during cycling.

Yet another study on endurance runners tested a ketogenic protein supplement containing BHB and MCTs. The result? No improvement in run times compared to a placebo.

Are Lipo Gummies Effective?

At the end of the day, ACV gummies are just candy. The few drops of apple cider vinegar in each one don’t change that fact. These gummies offer zero real health benefits and could even be harmful—just like eating regular gummy candy every day would be.

Despite this, retailers like Amazon and Walmart continue to categorize them as a health supplement, misleading consumers. In reality, they belong in the candy aisle, plain and simple.

Overall rating

Rating Lipo Gummies by effectiveness for weight loss, I’m giving it an F. Let’s be real, these things aren’t much better than candy, and eating candy every day isn’t exactly a smart strategy for shedding pounds.

Rating it by cost, I’m giving it an F. These gummies are basically overpriced candy with a fancy label.

Rating it for safety, I’m giving it a C. The combination of sugar and added acetic acid makes them even harsher on your teeth than regular gummies.

Overall rating, I’m giving an F. I would recommend you stay away from it.

Top alternatives to Lipo Gummies

• ACV (caps) – 10 to 20 caps / day
• ACV (liquid) – 1 to 2 tbsp / day

Learn more about

• Apple Cider Vinegar for Weight Loss
• Why Keto BHB Supplements Don’t Work
• 6 Things To Look For On Supplements
• 5 Things to Know Before Buying Weight Loss Supplements
• Supplement reviews
• Other weight loss supplements

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