Baking Soda Weight Loss Recipe: What Happens When You Drink It?
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.
This video reports on the fact that anyone searching for Slim Tide reviews should beware of a scam. Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Oz never backed Slim Tide supplements or any baking soda recipe for weight loss, and no “$1 baking soda water shot” exists for weight loss.
My name is Jordan Liles. I am a senior reporter with Snopes.com by day. I come here to my YouTube channel on nights and weekends to help consumers stay away from scams. In my investigation, I found that scammers marketed Slim Tide metabolic and digestive support with social media ads. Those ads led to fake “Today” show websites hosting lengthy videos falsely claiming a “Yale doctor reveals the $1 baking soda recipe that helped Oprah drop 43 lbs — without injections,” as well as that Dr. Ania Jastreboff had involvement. In reality, the footage of Oprah, Jastreboff, “Jenna and Sheinelle,” and Dr. Oz consisted entirely of deepfake AI depictions with manipulated lip movements and fake vocals. No doctors, hospitals, universities, or famous people ever endorsed Slim Tide capsules or a baking soda recipe for weight loss. “Today” never reported about the matter, either.
The scammers used a classic scam hook to influence consumers into watching their incredibly long videos. Those videos initially promise a simple recipe using familiar kitchen pantry ingredients like baking soda. Scammers know viewers likely won’t watch a long video if the presentation begins by pitching bottles of pills. The video never ends up offering a recipe, instead putting forth a pitch to buy Slim Tide capsules.
Consumers who fell for this scam should report fraud to their credit card company. Always visit a medical professional when in need of healthcare. Don’t buy weird stuff found online. Scammers will do anything to get their hands on your money. Don’t let them win.
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.
