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Warm gelatin drink beside translucent gelatin cubes and lemon wedges on a white background

Dr Jennifer Ashton Gelatin Trick Explained (2026 Guide)


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  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This is a basic reference recipe for the gelatin trick. It is not an official Dr. Ashton recipe. You mix unflavored gelatin with water or tea, then use it before meals for appetite control and calmer portions. Chill it into cubes or sip it warm.


Ingredients

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1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder

1/2 cup hot water

1/2 cup cold water or unsweetened herbal or green tea

1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)


Instructions

1. Sprinkle gelatin over 1 to 2 tablespoons of cold water and let it sit for about 1 minute to soften.

2. Add hot water and stir continuously until fully dissolved.

3. Stir in the cold water or tea, and lemon juice if using.

4. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours until lightly set, or consume warm if preferred.

5. For cube preparation, pour the mixture into silicone molds before chilling.

6. Consume 15 to 30 minutes before meals for the best effect.

Notes

This recipe supports appetite control but it does not burn fat.

It is not intended to replace meals or be used for medical recovery without supervision.

Gelatin contains calories, so it is not suitable for fasting.

Artificially sweetened gelatin products may not offer the same effect and may not be ideal for all users.

Store cubes in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Chilling Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Weight Loss Drink
  • Method: Stir and chill
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 6
  • Sugar: 0.03g
  • Sodium: 3mg
  • Fat: 0.01g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.1g
  • Fiber: 0.003g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg