What Research Says About Does The Baking Soda Trick Work
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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, online users searched for AlkaLean reviews regarding alleged capsules, pills or supplements — or a “bariatric baking soda water shot” recipe — Adele, Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Ania Jastreboff purportedly endorsed as a weight loss solution. Users looked for information regarding whether AlkaLean was a scam or legit.
Here’s an authentic AlkaLean review: the product appears to be an outright scam and will not help people achieve dramatic weight loss results. Adele, Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Ania Jastreboff never endorsed the capsules, nor did they place their stamp of approval on a special “bariatric water shot” recipe involving mixing baking soda with a special Japanese ingredient.
The marketing for AlkaLean aligns with past weight loss scams. A lengthy website video features deepfake AI or fully AI depictions of Adele, Winfrey and Jastreboff. No doctors, hospitals, universities or famous people endorsed AlkaLean. Mixing baking soda with other ingredients will not help to achieve any weight loss results. Scammers promoted the fake recipe idea with baking soda because they know most consumers keep baking soda on hand in their kitchens. The lengthy website video never reveals a recipe, instead pitching an offer at the end of the presentation to buy AlkaLean capsules, pills or supplements.
Searches for information about the founding or bottling of AlkaLean came up empty. There is no founder’s name, no mailing address, no staff directory … nothing. A credible company producing a truly incredible product would not hide. Scammers, however, are known to hide, of course, so that they can continue conducting their fraudulent activities.
In this scam, I viewed an Instagram ad showing a fully AI depiction of Adele mixing baking soda with other ingredients. That ad led to the scam website alkln1fr.online, which presented the lengthy video presentation with fake “Today” show clips and the AI versions of Winfrey and Jastreboff.
Scams similar to AlkaLean and the baking soda weight loss recipe lie often secretly feature subscription charges of hundreds of dollars a month, promote fake money-back guarantees and display other red flags.
Consumers who fell for this scam should call their bank or credit card company right away to report the fraud. Don’t trust online-only supplement offers. Make an appointment with a real doctor in your town. Seek legitimate medical advice. Also, victims should file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center via IC3.gov. In your complaint, include details from your emails or regular mail, as well as your bank or credit card statements, such as any email addresses, phone numbers or mailing addresses that appear — especially the company name and phone number listed on your online financial statements next to the charges. You never know… your complaint might lead to justice being served.
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.
