Bariatric Gelatin Recipe Dr Ashton: Is There An Official Version?
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.
The simple truth about the gelatin trick for weight loss videos featuring Serena Williams, Jillian Michaels and Kelly Clarkson is this: do not buy any product based on these claims. My investigation into the alleged weight loss miracle properties of this “salty gelatin trick” studies the scam marketing existing online.
In April 2026, marketing appeared online claiming that a simple gelatin trick could replace diets and exercise, often using deepfake AI depictions of Serena Williams, Jillian Michaels, Michelle Obama, and Kelly Clarkson. This YouTube video labels the marketing as a scam, not necessarily the products themselves, which scammers rotate under various names like Burn Gummy. To be clear, no doctors, hospitals, universities, or famous celebrities ever endorsed or had anything to do with this gelatin recipe; it is a long-running scam tactic originating from Brazil.
The gelatin trick scam marketing video alleges that eating one cube of a specific mixture per day can trigger fat-burning hormones like GLP-1 and GIP. The video uses manipulated lip movements and AI-generated audio to make it appear as though world-class athletes and fitness experts are testifying to “miracle” recoveries and massive weight loss. Scammers even use AI-generated images of “before and after” results and have gone so far as to include footage of babies in their ads to manipulate viewers.
This YouTube video highlights how Serena Williams and Jillian Michaels never endorsed a gelatin trick—nor is there any legitimate recipe revealed at the end of these hour-long “hook” videos. The marketing is designed to string you along until you are prompted to buy a bottle of pills or gummies.
The scam funnel often leads to websites selling products with no legitimate marketing history. Scammers pay high fees to place these ads on popular YouTube channels—covering music, sports, and wrestling—to lend a false sense of authority to the fraud. If you have already ordered a product through one of these links, you should contact your credit card company immediately to report the fraud.
Do not trust online reviews or marketing for the “gelatin weight loss trick” or similar miracle supplements. The people behind these videos are only interested in extracting money through greed and deception. It is a terrible way to treat people, and you should always seek advice from a real medical professional instead of a deepfake video.
In sum, the gelatin trick marketing featuring Serena Williams and Jillian Michaels is a scam. Do not buy into this “recipe.” Like, comment, and subscribe. Thank you for watching.
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Chapters:
0:00 Serena Williams gelatin trick scam
1:13 Deepfake AI-generated depictions
1:40 Jillian Michaels fake endorsement
3:51 Scammers using babies in marketing
4:31 Serena Williams 54 lbs fake claim
5:32 Scam video errors and mistakes
7:30 Jillian Michaels’s dog in background
8:25 Identifying AI-generated images
10:31 No recipe exists: the hook
14:06 Burn Gummy and rotating products
Editor’s Note: This YouTube video was made possible with the help of Google Gemini.
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.
