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Raspberry Ketone in SodaSlim: 130 mg With Little Human Evidence
Each SodaSlim capsule lists 130 mg of raspberry ketone, the compound behind the smell of raspberries. NIH says it has been studied in people only in combination with other ingredients, so the research is insufficient to draw firm conclusions (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone). No human dose exists to compare SodaSlim's 130 mg against, and human safety data are limited.
Written by the Sodaslimbalance editorial teamUpdated
The basics
What is raspberry ketone?
Raspberry ketone is a natural compound that gives red raspberries their smell. Its chemical name is rheosmin.
It is the second line on the SodaSlim Supplement Facts panel, at 130 mg. The label lists it simply as "Raspberry Ketone." Unlike the other plant lines, it gives no plant part and no standardization, because it is a single compound rather than an extract.
Supplement makers sell it for weight. Selling it that way is a marketing choice, not a result shown in people.
| Label name | Raspberry Ketone |
|---|---|
| What it is | Rheosmin (4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)butan-2-one), aroma compound |
| Position on the label | 2nd line on the label |
| Per 1-capsule serving | 130 mg |
| Amount used in research | No human trial of raspberry ketone alone |
| Strength of evidence | Insufficient |
| Main use studied | Raspberry aroma compound sold for weight |
| Main caution | Human safety data are limited because it has only been studied in combinations. |
The research
Does raspberry ketone work for weight loss?
No one can say, because it has not been tested well in people. NIH's Office of Dietary Supplements says raspberry ketone has been studied in humans only in combination with other ingredients (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone).
When a product mixes several ingredients, a trial cannot tell which one did what. So even a positive combination study says nothing clear about raspberry ketone itself. NIH concludes the research is insufficient to draw firm conclusions, and that the ingredient is not well studied (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone).
No human trial of raspberry ketone alone appears in NIH's review. No trial of SodaSlim is published either. The ingredient's role in the capsule is untested.
NCCIH adds the wider view: of the weight-loss supplements it reviewed, none have been shown to be effective (NCCIH: weight control).
Dose check
How much raspberry ketone is in SodaSlim?
One capsule contains 130 mg of raspberry ketone. At the label dose of one capsule daily, that is 130 mg a day and about 3,900 mg across a 30-day bottle.
Most ingredients can be held up against a studied dose. Raspberry ketone cannot, because no human trial tested it on its own.
| Question | SodaSlim | Research |
|---|---|---|
| Amount per day | 130 mg (1 capsule) | No single-ingredient human dose |
| Form | Single compound, no standardization printed | Studied only in combinations |
| Human effect on weight | No trial of SodaSlim published | Insufficient evidence |
| Human safety data | Not published | Limited |
| Source of the compound | Not published | Not applicable |
The label does not say whether the compound comes from raspberries or is made in a lab. If that matters to you, ask the order desk at +1 (302) 200-3480.
Why it matters
Why do combination studies not prove raspberry ketone works?
A combination study tests a whole formula, not each part. If people lose weight, the credit could go to caffeine, a diet plan or any other ingredient in the mix.
To show one ingredient works, a trial has to compare it alone against a placebo. That kind of trial is what the FTC means when it says health claims generally need randomized, controlled human testing (FTC: health claims need trials).
Single-ingredient trial
Tests one compound against a placebo. Raspberry ketone has not had one in people, per NIH (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone).
Combination trial
Tests a full blend. It can show the blend did something, but not which part did it.
Product trial
Tests the exact capsule you buy. No such trial of SodaSlim is published.
Safety
Is raspberry ketone safe to take?
Human safety data are limited, because it has only been studied in combinations (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone). That is not proof of harm. It means there is little to go on either way.
The label rules out some groups in plain words: "Not for use by individuals under the age of 18 or pregnant or nursing mothers." It also asks you to consult a physician before use if you take medicine or have a medical condition.
- Take no more than the label's one capsule a day.
- Remember that each capsule also has 138 mg of caffeine.
- Bring the bottle to your doctor visit so they can read every line.
The full list of label cautions sits on our SodaSlim side effects page.
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What does NIH say is the basis of weight loss?
NIH says lifestyle change is the basis for long-term weight loss: healthy eating, fewer calories and physical activity (NIH ODS: lifestyle is the basis). No capsule replaces that.
About 15% of U.S. adults have used a weight-loss supplement, and fewer than one-third tell a health professional (NIH ODS: weight-loss supplements overview). Telling your doctor is a simple step that protects you.
CDC says people who lose about 1 to 2 pounds a week are more likely to keep it off (CDC: losing weight). Even a 5% loss can improve blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar.
Our healthy weight guide turns those sources into everyday steps.
Spot the hype
How can you judge raspberry ketone ads?
Check every claim against what NIH actually found. If an ad says raspberry ketone is proven, that goes past the evidence.
Quick fixes
FDA lists promises of fast, large loss as a sign of health fraud (FDA: 6 tip-offs to health fraud).
"No diet needed"
The FTC says claims of weight loss without diet or exercise are false (FTC: the truth behind weight loss ads).
Borrowed studies
A study of a different blend is not a study of this capsule. Ask which trial tested what you are buying.
SodaSlim's label words, such as "Helps Support Healthy Weight Management*," are the brand's claims. The asterisk ties them to the FDA statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. More on weighing claims is in our guide to choosing a weight supplement.
Our view
Is raspberry ketone a reason to buy SodaSlim?
No. It is the least studied ingredient in the capsule. The fair credit goes to the label for printing the amount openly.
Fair points
- The 130 mg amount is printed, not hidden in a blend.
- It is one of five clearly listed lines.
- One capsule a day keeps the dose simple.
Weak points
- Never tested alone in people, per NIH.
- Evidence rated insufficient.
- Human safety data are limited.
- No studied dose to compare with.
For the deeper story, read our post on raspberry ketone evidence.
FAQ
Raspberry ketone in SodaSlim FAQ
How much raspberry ketone is in SodaSlim?
Each SodaSlim capsule lists 130 mg of raspberry ketone. The label says to take one capsule daily, so your daily amount is 130 mg. A 30-capsule bottle holds about 3,900 mg in total across its 30 servings.
Has raspberry ketone been tested in humans?
Only in combination with other ingredients, according to NIH's Office of Dietary Supplements (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone). No human trial in NIH's review tested raspberry ketone on its own, so its own effect in people is unknown.
Does raspberry ketone help you lose weight?
There is not enough evidence to say. NIH calls the research insufficient to draw firm conclusions (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone), and NCCIH says none of the weight-loss supplements it reviewed has been shown to be effective (NCCIH: weight control).
Is raspberry ketone the same as eating raspberries?
No. Raspberry ketone is one aroma compound, measured out at 130 mg per capsule. Whole raspberries are a food. The SodaSlim label does not say whether its raspberry ketone comes from fruit or is made in a lab, so ask the order desk if that matters to you.
Is raspberry ketone safe?
Human safety data are limited because it has only been studied in combinations (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone). The SodaSlim label says it is not for anyone under 18 or pregnant or nursing, and asks you to see a physician first if you take medicine or have a condition.
Why is raspberry ketone in weight supplements?
Makers sell it as a weight ingredient, but the human research does not back that up yet. NIH says it has been studied in people only in combinations and calls the evidence insufficient (NIH ODS: raspberry ketone), so its place in weight products rests on marketing more than on trials.
What is a better first step than a weight supplement?
NIH says lifestyle change is the basis for long-term weight loss: healthy eating, fewer calories and more activity (NIH ODS: lifestyle is the basis). CDC adds that losing 1 to 2 pounds a week is more likely to last (CDC: losing weight).
Who wrote this
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A small team that reads the SodaSlim label line by line, checks every number against public health sources (NIH ODS, NCCIH, LiverTox, EFSA, CDC, NIDDK, FDA, FTC) and rewrites it in plain English. We do not write for the manufacturer, and we update a page whenever the label, the prices or the evidence changes.
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