Baking Soda Shot For Weight Loss Recipe: Viral Formula Explained
Medical Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen, especially if you have underlying health conditions.
In July 2026, social media users looked for AlkaSlim reviews regarding an alleged weight loss product involving Oprah Winfrey, Dr. Ania Jastreboff and a baking soda recipe. However, my investigation revealed AlkaSlim is a scam, not legit: .
This video reports on the newest chapter in a long-running scam that falsely claims with AI-generated clips that Winfrey, Jastreboff and other celebrities talked about a new bottle of weight loss capsules and a “baking soda water shot.” My research found AlkaSlim and the promise of a baking soda weight loss recipe were nothing more than an attempt to defraud consumers. I concluded the reason why scammers promise recipes with medicinal product scams is because they want to connect with potential victims on a familiarity level — this time being baking soda, a product mostly every American stores in the kitchen.
The AlkaSlim scam begins in a social media ad with an AI-generated view of a famous person speaking. That ad then leads to a scam website displaying a very long video presentation. That video begins with false claims of a baking soda recipe and later ends with pitches to buy a bottle of supplements.
To be clear, no doctors, hospitals, universities or famous people endorsed AlkaSlim capsules, nor did any officials place a stamp of approval on consuming baking soda to lose weight. My name is Jordan Liles. I am a senior reporter for the fact-checking and news website Snopes.com. My best advice for consumers regarding AlkaSlim and similar scams is to make a doctor’s appointment to speak with a medical professional. Don’t blindly purchase weird supplements only found online.
The AlkaSlim scam might secretly feature monthly recurring subscription charges, promote fake money-back guarantees and display other red flags. Anyone who lost money to the AlkaSlim or “baking soda water shot” scam should contact their bank or credit card company to report fraud.
Scam victims should also immediately file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center on IC3.gov. Write up the complaint and include information that appears next to the scam charges on your bank or credit card statement, for example phone numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses or other details. Hopefully, one day the scammers will fall very far from their ivory towers.
Sean Thompson, MS, MPH, RD, LDN
Registered Dietitian, Nourish
“Based preloads can be a practical tool for bariatric patients who struggle with portion control,” says Sean Thompson, a Northampton-based dietitian with a 4.99-star rating across 385+ reviews. “But I always tell clients: the foundation is still protein-first meals and mindful eating. Think of the gelatin trick as training wheels, not the whole bike. And if you have kidney concerns, check with your doctor — excessive gelatin can be protein overkill.”
Sean specializes in accessible, evidence-based nutrition for individuals with disabilities and those navigating post-surgical diets. She holds dual master's degrees from Tufts University and approaches care without a weight-centric lens.
