Rahul Gupta Rahul Gupta Asked 7 months ago

How much apple cider vinegar for weight loss?

My gym trainer suggested adding apple cider vinegar to my diet for weight loss. I'm new to this, so I need to know how much is safe and effective to take every day.

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Kabir Shah Kabir Shah Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Hey, don't stress too much about losing weight overnight! If you want to try ACV, just mix one tablespoon in a big glass of water before lunch. Honestly, consistency with your food is what really matters, so don't force yourself to drink it if you hate the taste.

Nisha lyer Nisha lyer Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I checked the prices of those premium organic ACV bottles, and they are quite costly! If you want to plan your budget well, focus on buying fresh vegetables and basic home grains first. If you still want ACV, a basic domestic bottle lasts months if you stick to just 10ml a day.

Deepika Nair Deepika Nair Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I log my meals on my fitness app, and adding 10ml of ACV before heavy lunches helps slightly with my digestion scores. However, the calorie deficit is what drives 99% of my progress. Dilute it well and track your overall calorie intake for real results.

Suresh Prasad Suresh Prasad Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

No need to buy fancy expensive imported brands. Simple domestic apple cider vinegar works the same way if you take 1-2 teaspoons in warm water. Honestly, walking for 30 minutes after dinner and avoiding sweet chai will save you money and give better results.

Tanya Saxena Tanya Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Losing weight with PCOS is a slow journey, so please don't rush into heavy remedies. I take just one teaspoon of ACV in a glass of water before my main meal to help with insulin response. Always monitor how your stomach feels, and consult your gynecologist first.

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Arjun Malhotra Arjun Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

Listen, don't go abusing your stomach lining by drinking too much vinegar. One tablespoon diluted in a large glass of water is the maximum safety limit. If you feel any heartburn or nausea, stop immediately. Take care of yourself.

Rohan Bhatnagar Rohan Bhatnagar Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Well, drinking apple cider vinegar definitely helps me lose weight because the taste is so sour it makes me forget about eating entirely! Just stick to 1 or 2 teaspoons in water. Please don't drink it neat unless you want to clean your throat pipes!

Gaurav Negi Gaurav Negi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Honestly, I took a tablespoon of ACV every morning for two months. It did help with morning digestion, but I didn't lose any weight until I actually stopped eating junk food and started running. Don't rely on it as a shortcut, bro.

Sarla Sen Sarla Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

I have seen this question many times on this forum. The standard safe dose is 1 to 2 tablespoons in water, preferably before your heaviest meal. Never drink it straight as it can damage your esophagus. Combine it with light daily activity for the best results.

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Anjali Deshmukh Anjali Deshmukh Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I totally get it, weight loss struggles can make us want to try every trend out there. But please be gentle on your stomach and don't go beyond 15ml (one tablespoon) a day. Make sure it is well diluted so you don't get severe acidity.

Kunal Kapoor Kunal Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

ACV can help slightly with insulin sensitivity, but it's not a fat burner. Keep the dose to 1-2 tablespoons maximum, always diluted. To actually lose fat, you need to lift weights, eat sufficient protein, and maintain a consistent calorie deficit.

Siddharth Shinde Siddharth Shinde Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yaar, actually ACV is not a magic potion. I used to take one tablespoon in warm water every morning, but it only helped with minor bloating. For actual weight loss, you still have to control your portion sizes and hit the gym regularly.

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