Health buff-loved 16p apple cider vinegar gummies that 'taste so good' and 'reduce tiredness' have 20% off

Daily Record

21-04-2025

Shoppers say the Protein Works gummies taste 'so good' and are a great alternative to the natural liquid form of apple cider vinegar, which has a whole host of healthy benefits
Apple cider vinegar has long been praised as somewhat of a 'miracle-making elixir' in the wellness industry, thanks to its range of benefits that include reducing fatigue, balancing out blood sugar levels and supporting weight loss.
Now, for many the thought of swallowing 1-2 tablespoons of cloudy, 'unfiltered' apple cider vinegar - which is packed full of the 'mother', a cloudy substance believed to be rich in beneficial bacteria, proteins and enzymes - is relatively unpleasant and makes us wince just thinking about it. Protein Works has come up with an easier, tastier solution that delivers all the same alleged benefits as one to two spoonfuls but in a gummy-sweet form.
On sale for £9.99, the Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies, usually £14.99, come packed with six active ingredients including vitamin C, B6, B12, chromium, folate and 1000mg of ACV. The apple cider vinegar addition is made up of 500mg of unfiltered apple cider vinegar, complete with 'the Mother:' a natural, cloudy substance formed during fermentation. However, Daily Record readers can get an additional 10% off with the code PW10, making them £8.99.
With a 'refreshing' red apple flavour, the 100% vegan and GMO-free gummies provide a unique blend of nutrients to help 'maintain energy, support metabolism, and regulate blood sugar levels'. It's advised they be taken twice each day - either together or split over the day, which may help with the post-lunch slump. The gummies come in packs of 60, 120 or 180, and if you get the 60 pack for £9.99, that works out at 16p per gummy.
Regarding the latter, Protein Works explains how the powers of apple cider vinegar can help control blood sugar levels: "One of the best researched benefits of apple cider vinegar is its effect on blood sugar control. Various studies have shown that it can level out insulin and glucose levels after eating a carbohydrate-heavy meal.
"It does this by slowing the rate of stomach emptying, and only a small amount of vinegar is needed to have this effect. In fact, just 20ml before meals has been shown to make a difference. This could be especially handy for those with diabetes or PCOS, for whom insulin resistance causes a range of other health problems."
Adding apple cider vinegar into your lifestyle has also been praised for helping beat the dreaded bloat, alleges Protein Works, if you suffer with digestion issues and can help curb cravings when taken with meals.
With so many benefits to taking ACV - but not the nicest method of taking it in its pure form - a number of supplement brands have developed alternative Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies to make taking the stuff a helluva lot nicer. For example, Holland and Barrett offer a 60-pack of 250mg ACV gummies with the 'Mother' for £13.99. Similarly, MyVitamins ' option comes in packs of 30 or 60 gummies and is priced at £7.99 for 30 or £10.49 for 60.
Speaking about these Protein Works gummies, the brand's nutritionist, Georgina Kelly, said: "Apple cider vinegar has long been celebrated for its potential health benefits, but the strong taste and acidity of the liquid form can make it challenging to incorporate into a daily routine. That's where Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies come in - delivering all the benefits in a great-tasting and convenient format.
" These gummies go beyond traditional apple cider vinegar by including additional nutrients like Chromium, which plays a key role in regulating blood sugar levels and supporting macronutrient metabolism. This makes them a fantastic choice for those managing energy levels or following an energy-restricted diet."
While the gummies on the Protein Works ' website only have one review, it's a glowing one with five stars. It reads: "I'm loving these gummies, they taste so good. I'm a big believer in supplementing with apple cider vinegar and these are a much nicer way to consume than a tablet."
Elsewhere, reviews of the brand itself are impressive as it boasts an 'excellent' 4.7-star rating on Trustpilot. One satisfied customer could not "praise this company enough" and said: "From the fantastic customer service to the prompt same day dispatch and next day delivery (on weekends, might I add), to the array of products and sheer quality," they continued. Another chimed in, "Outstanding products, I cannot recommend them highly enough."
While the gummies themselves haven't had any negative notes just yet from shoppers, it's important to consider - as per Protein Works - that too much apple cider vinegar can cause sensitive teeth, stomach irritation and/or low potassium levels (although this is usually when consumed in excess). Talk to a health care professional or GP if in doubt.