Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies Review 2024

Goli Apple Cider Vinegar gummies are a dietary supplement containing apple cider vinegar (5% acetic acid), vitamins B9 (also known as folic acid) and B12. These gummies are colored and flavored with natural ingredients, including beetroot and pomegranate, are easy to take on the go, have a chewable gummy texture and do not seem to cause any indigestion.

Before taking apple cider vinegar, make sure to consult with a registered dietician or trusted healthcare professional to see if it’s right for you.

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• Patented formula with the addition of B9 and B12 vitamins
• Gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO and gelatin-free
• Infused with fruit flavoring, so you don’t taste the vinegar

Goli nutrition launched the world’s first apple cider vinegar (ACV) gummies in 2019. Goli Nutrition’s founder, Michael Bitensky, started with the goal of finding a way to make ingesting ACV more enjoyable. Our review found that Goli accomplished this by masking the flavor of ACV and packaging it into an easy-to-chew gummy while retaining ACV’s health benefits.

Additionally, the company notes that, unlike most health gummies that contain gelatin, Goli is made with pectin (from orange peels) making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

In addition to their ACV gummies, Goli offers a wide variety of dietary supplements in gummy form, which are available online and at most health food stores or pharmacies, such as GNC, CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Sam’s Club and more.

• Priced at around $19 per bottle
• Pleasant tasting, easy to chew and swallow
• Goli ACV gummies contain 14 ingredients, including sodium citrate, citric and malic acid, organic cane sugar and organic tapioca syrup

Apple cider vinegar is believed to be a remedy for digestive issues and is often advertised as being able to help with gut health, weight loss and a healthy metabolism.

ACV, specifically acetic acid, may positively affect your health, as research has shown acetic acid can be a potent anti-microbial. However, there is mixed evidence on additional health claims such as weight loss, improved cholesterol and blood sugar balancing due to a lack of high-quality research.

When it comes to the health claims around ACV’s ability to lower blood sugar, a 2021 meta-analysis on the effects of ACV on lipid profiles and blood sugar in individuals living with diabetes found that ACV significantly decreased serum total cholesterol, fasting plasma glucose and HbA1c concentrations, supporting the claims that ACV may be beneficial for those with diabetes or high cholesterol^[1]Hadi, A, Pourmasoumi, M, Najafgholizadeh, A, Clark, CCT, Esmaillzadeh, A. The effect of apple cider vinegar on lipid profiles and glycemic parameters: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. BMC Complement Med Ther. 2021 Jun 29;21(1):179. . Other favorable results, including improved insulin resistance and improved postprandial blood glucose and insulin responses, were present in a 2019 review by specifically analyzing the effects of ACV on glycemic control, hyperlipidemia and obesity in individuals living with type 2 diabetes^[2]Kausar, S. Humayun, A., Ahmed, Z., Arshad Abbas, M., Tahir, A. Effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Glycemic Control, Hyperlipidemia and Control on Body Weight in Type 2 Diabetes Patients. International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, 2019, 8(5): 59-74. . However, due to a wide variety of variables in research around ACV and blood sugar (including dosing, timing of vinegar ingestion, how long each study lasts, etc.), much more research needs to be done before any firm conclusions can be made.

Note: There is limited research on the effect of ACV on weight loss and gut health in healthy adults and you should consult your doctor before utilizing ACV for any potential health benefits.

The price of Goli Apple Cider Vinegar gummies ranges from $17.80 to $19 per bottle for one-time purchases. When ordering directly from the Goli website discounts are given based on the number of bottles ordered, and if you sign up for a monthly subscription, you will receive 15% off your purchase. Subscriptions can be paused or canceled at any time.

Goli also offers a money-back guarantee, so if you are unsatisfied, you can call or email customer service for a refund within 30 days of purchase.

Goli Nutrition claims that their patented formula made with added B9 and B12 helps support cellular energy production, immune function, heart health, a healthy nervous system and metabolism and contributes to overall good health.

The health benefits of Goli ACV gummies stated on the Goli website have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

“ACV gummies may be easier for some to stomach compared to regular apple cider vinegar,” says Brittany Lubeck, a registered dietitian based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Lubeck explains that many ACV gummies are more palatable and easier to get down because they contain extra ingredients like natural flavors and sugar. Plus, being in gummy form means that ACV gummies are simply more convenient than regular ACV.

But even though they may be easier to take, that doesn’t necessarily mean they actually do much for you, health-wise, explains Lubeck. “There is not enough strong research to support the health claims behind apple cider vinegar,” she continues.

Additionally, claims that apple cider vinegar supports weight loss have been debunked more than once, notes Lubeck, highlighting a recent study that found supplementing with ACV did not impact energy expenditure, an essential weight loss factor^[3]Cobb, KM, Chavez, DA, Kenyon, JD, Hutelin, Z, Webster, MJ. Acetic Acid Supplementation: Effect on Resting and Exercise Energy Expenditure and Substrate Utilization. International Journal Exercise Science. 2021 Apr 1;14(2):222-229. .

Like all supplements, ACV gummies should be taken as directed. Taking higher doses of ACV could result in side effects like low potassium, explains Lubeck. In fact, it is recommended that people with low levels of potassium avoid using ACV products altogether.

I ordered one bottle of the Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies to try for a month. The bottle was delivered quickly. The red bottle stood out on my countertop, making it easy to see and remember to take throughout the day. I decided to take two gummies, three times a day with meals to minimize any risk of stomach discomfort.

I personally enjoyed the fruit taste of the gummies. They were both tangy and sweet, with barely any vinegar flavor. The idea of drinking apple cider vinegar never appealed to me, so I appreciated these gummies. It’s important to note that they taste like candy; I had to remind myself to only take the recommended dose.

So far, after consuming half of the bottle over two weeks, I have experienced no stomach upset or indigestion due to the gummies. I believe they have helped me feel less bloated after meals and are a satisfying treat, so I was less likely to reach for sugary snacks. Since I only took them for a few weeks, I can’t comment on their effect on energy metabolism or immune support, but I didn’t notice any adverse effects either. If I were currently tracking my food, I would be sure to add the gummies to my food log, as they contribute over 24 g of carbs throughout the day, which would need to be accounted for.

Overall, I enjoyed the fruity taste and the chewy texture, and I continue to look forward to grabbing them a few times a day as a healthy addition to my diet.