Would You Take a Tablespoon of Vinegar Daily to Stop Glucose Spikes?

Is Vinegar Just Another Health Trend?
When I first heard that vinegar could help with health and weight loss, I didn’t believe it. It sounded like another trend—just like drinking warm water with lemon. But one person changed my mind: Jessie Inchauspé, also known as the Glucose Goddess.
She is a French scientist and the author of two books: Glucose Revolution and The Glucose Goddess Method. She shares simple tips to help control blood sugar and feel better. One of her top tips? Use vinegar before meals.
Why Is Vinegar Good for You?
Jessie explains that vinegar contains something called acetic acid. This helps slow down the way your body turns food into sugar (or glucose). This is important because:
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It helps keep your energy steady
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It can reduce sugar cravings
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It may help with weight loss
Many people drink lemon water for health, but vinegar works better for controlling sugar. Jessie says:
“To get the same effect as 1 tablespoon of vinegar, you’d need the juice of three lemons.”
How to Take Vinegar (Without Feeling Sick)
Let’s be honest—vinegar doesn’t taste great. If the smell or taste makes you feel sick, don’t worry. Jessie shares some easy ways to make it better:
1. Use it as salad dressing
Add vinegar to a small salad before your meal. This helps your body prepare for the food you're about to eat.
2. Mix it with tea
Add one tablespoon of vinegar to a hot cup of cinnamon tea. This helps hide the strong taste.
3. Freeze it in ice cubes
Make vinegar ice cubes and drop one into water or tea. This softens the flavor.
4. Add a little lemon
If vinegar is too strong, adding some lemon can help.
You don’t have to be perfect. Just doing it most days can already help your body.
Which Vinegar Is Best?
Not all vinegars are the same. Jessie recommends:
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White vinegar
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Rice vinegar
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Coconut vinegar
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Apple cider vinegar (with “the mother”)
These types are healthy and don’t have sugar. Apple cider vinegar is also full of good things like:
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Magnesium and iron (important minerals)
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Amino acids (help build muscles)
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Probiotics (good for your stomach)
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Antioxidants (fight damage in your body)
Avoid These Vinegars
Some vinegars can actually hurt your health. Jessie says to stay away from:
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Balsamic vinegar
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Vinegar sauces
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Vinaigrettes with added sugar
These can make your blood sugar go up, not down. Always read the label before buying.
What About Vinegar Gummies and Pills?
You may have seen vinegar gummies or tablets in stores. They say they are “easier to take.” But Jessie says be careful.
Some of these gummies have up to 1 gram of sugar each. That sugar can cause glucose spikes—which is exactly what we’re trying to avoid.
So, it's better to stick with real vinegar.
Final Thoughts: A Simple Habit That Works
If you want to:
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Feel more energy
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Control your hunger
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Avoid sugar cravings
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Support weight loss
Then try 1 tablespoon of vinegar before meals. Mix it into tea or salad, or take it with water. Do it once a day for easy results.
It’s a small step that can make a big difference.