I love grapefruit and the idea of a swimsuit slimdown, sooo this concoction just seemed like a must try!
Ingredients:
1 cup grape fruit juice
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon of honey for sweetness>>>optional<<< (only 20 extra cals)
Direction & Benefits:
Drink Dr. Oz’s secret slimdown drink before every meal and you’ll literally burn away your fat while enjoying a citrusy delight.
The juice from grapefruit is loaded with vitamin C, which will help you burn fat faster, especially during exercise. In fact, a study showed that people with adequate vitamin C levels burned 30% more fat during moderate exercise than individuals low in vitamin C. Meanwhile, the acetic acid contained in the vinegar may switch on genes your body needs to pump out fat-burning proteins. . Drink Dr. Oz’s secret slimdown drink before every meal and you’ll literally burn away your fat while enjoying a citrusy delight
Post pinvestigation: I am sad to say it, but I was not able to stick with the slim down drink regimen and therefore it obviously didn’t work for me =( Between the unpleasant vinegar taste and inconvenience (I would always forget to pickup more grapefruit juice so I was not able to be consistent with the regimen), I did not find this slim down drink a realistic option for me. However, I would love to hear feedback from anybody who has tried this drink regimen and let me know if it worked for you?!?!
However, I still like grapefruit=)
I eat broiled grapefruit for breakfast about 3 times a week and it’s so easy!
Check out the recipe so you can still get your grapefruit in the morning to jump start the fat burning process!
Kel =)
ps. let me know what you think!!
Reference:
The Dr. OZ Show. (2011, May 11). Retrieved from Swimsuit Slimdown Plan: http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/swimsuit-slimdown-plan
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Well did it work?
Has this worked for anyone?
I hate to say it, but I quit it… the apple vinegar three times a day was just not happening.. I did it once a day before dinner for about a week, but I didn’t loose any weight (however they still say once a day is better than nothing)… What I am trying now is different types of protein shakes to help improve my protein intake and metabolism. I’ll post about that once I decide which is most tasty, nutritious and keeps me full!
Hi. I started a Facebook challenge with this drink a week ago. So far, after day 4 I lost 3lbs and 1inch on my waist (did not check yesterday bc I do feel the difference!). My neighbor weighed in last night and she lost 2lbs. We did an initial weigh in last Saturday. So so far it is working for me. I drink the whole thing about 10mins before I eat. I exercise pretty intensely on the regular (before and since this challenge). I use grapefruit juice and I pretty much love the taste. I make the drink 30min before consumption and places it in the freezer to chill for 15-20min. I can see the difference mostly on my love handles and belly! Tiwana30@hotmail.com if you have questions 😉
Did it work??
so i’m sad to say but I sort of just stopped doing it once I ran out of grapefruit juice. I will say if you do start doing it to just chug the drink—the concoction does not taste terrible at first, but it has one nasty after taste. I would end up gargling some water after downing the cup. Let me know if it works out for you!!
Ahaa, that sounds so foul to chug that concoction! Did you see any benefits to doing it? I’m tempted to try it, but I feel a bit doubtful about these sort of remedies! I don’t think much can beat good old exercise!
I love your blog by the way! Great stuff. Jess
i didn’t see any benefit, but i didn’t do it for long.. I’m with you, I just stick with exercise!
Ugh. Too much vinegar. Made me sick after 2 days. Now I’m too scared to drink it again for fear of more nausea. 😦
yea, the drink has a terrible kick to it. I could handle downing the drink once a day, but certainly not three time a day..
I have read it was 2 teaspoon of apple cider vineger instead of tablespoon.Maybe that would make a difference?
I have tried this as well, and I agree it taste better with 2 tsp instead of 2 tbsp. I also tried it with welche’s grape juive and pineapple juice. I loved the pineapple juice better than the grape juice.
hmm, is it working for you with the changes?
I have this recipe and mine also says 2 teaspoons, not 2 tablespoons. That’s a huge difference in taste and on your digestive system.
I’m sure it does taste better. I got my recipe straight from Dr Oz’s website:http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/swimsuit-slimdown-plan
You guys it works.you jus have to stick.it.out
well that’s good to know.. I might have to get my butt back in gear! Thanks for sticking it out Hannah!
Mind sharing your success story?
i have not had success with the slim down drink b-c i quit after a few days when i ran out of juice… However I purchased the book ¨It starts with food¨ and plan to share my experience with a 30 day detox!
How long before you started seeing results?
I have lost 9 pounds already !!
that’s awesome!
how long have you done it?
Hannah! You are correct. It is working for me. I exercise 6 days a week very intensely but stalled in my progress. This drink, in one week, tightened my core and I dropped 4lbs. My neighbor is doing it as well with now exercise and she’s lost 2lbs. We will continue this.
well, i might have to try it aganin and at least stick it out for a full week so hopefully I can see some results
Hi everyone is it tsp or tbsp? Picture I got off facebook showed teaspoon. Please email me what you think. Justyceb74@icloud.com
I got the recipe straight from the Dr. Oz website ( http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/swimsuit-slimdown-plan ) and it says two tablespoons. Hope this helps!
Sooooo did it “work”? Actually addin this to my “already eatin better” but need some ‘snacks’
Coco I sank on Bare Naked brand trail mix and for night cravings I drink instant oat meal. It works because these are filling foods. I recommend you try it…if you like oatmeal💪
Does it have to be fresh grapefruit juice or in the container from the store?
nope, store bought grape fruit juice is fine
Today is my first day trying it. The recipe I found said you can use orange or pineapple juice as well. I had some orange juice in the ‘fridge…it wasn’t bad. I could taste the vinegar a little bit. I did not add the honey. I’ll buy some grapefruit juice today and to see the difference.
I bought the Simple Grapefruit juice because its no sugar added. I seem to be different as I actually love the taste. Been doing it for over a month now and I tell you I feel the difference when I don’t drink it. Digestion seems slower. With this drink, that stuffed bloated feeling is gone as well. The Dr. Oz method is actually a drink, a salad, and a meal. This week I’m am going to add the salad as well! Yay!😜
Have started drinking this drink and is actually isn’t bad. Just curious to see how well it works. i
I’m trying it out again.. currently drinking the concoction at the moment. Last time I tried it out I ran out of grapefruit juice, got lazy and stopped so I personally didn’t see any results. Hopefully this time around I will be more dedicated =)
I’ve been drinking this for about a week now and while I can’t say I notice anything on the scale, I have noticed that my tummy doesn’t appear as bloated as before. Maybe the vinegar and vitamin C are helping to flush out water or something. I think i’ll continue it for a while to see if I get any tangible weight loss. By the way, I walk 5-6 times a day with a little jogging in between.
It’s supposed to be 2 teaspoons of vinegar, not 2 tablespoons, that might be why no one liked the taste. With 2 teaspoons and the honey, it’s actually a really nice taste.
That does sound tastier, but I found the recipe from Dr Oz’s website that says the following:
Swimsuit Slimdown Tip 1: Sip Smart
Before every meal, try Dr. Oz’s secret swimsuit slimdown drink of a choice – a mixture of grapefruit juice and apple cider vinegar. Simply mix 1 cup of grapefruit juice with 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, stir, and enjoy. The juice is loaded with vitamin C, which will help you burn fat faster, especially during exercise. In fact, a study showed that people with adequate vitamin C levels burned 30% more fat during moderate exercise than individuals low in vitamin C. Meanwhile, the acetic acid contained in the vinegar may switch on genes your body needs to pump out fat-burning proteins. If you find the drink a bit tart, add 1 teaspoon of honey, which only adds 20 calories, for sweetness. Drink Dr. Oz’s secret slimdown drink before every meal and you’ll literally burn away your fat while enjoying a citrusy delight.
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/swimsuit-slimdown-plan
Is this safe to drink while pregnant?
That sounds like a great questions for Dr. Oz! You should email him and than share with us =)
Did you ever find out?
I’m sorry, I wasn’t able to stick it out… =( please let me know if it works for you!
so? did you try it again?
I did but I just can’t stick with it because of the taste. What I really like is this new protein drink I found. Instead of skipping breakfast, I drink this and end up staying fuller longer and eat a lighter lunch… I have lost 5 lbs doing this and making healthier food choices: https://pinvestigation.wordpress.com/2014/01/18/best-protein-shake-aka-delicious-and-no-powdery-after-taste/
I read that the website recipe had a typo, and that the clip from the show stated two teaspoons of vinegar. That being said, I have not tried this myself since I am doing Weight Watchers, but I might give it a shot if I hit a plateau!
I have tried this and it does work. I use 100% grapefruit with 2 teasepoons of Braggs apple cider vinegar.
How long did you try it for before seeing results? Did you exercise in conjunction with the drink?
It took two weeks when i noticed the results. I did not exercise at all. I am also eating whatever i want.
I have been doing this for a week with oj and 2 tsps of ACV. I have lost 8 lbs!
Nice work!
Can you use orange juice i stead of grapefruit juice