Medical experts in South Korea said there is no evidence that the "Olé Shot" diet leads to weight loss [1].
The trend has gained popularity through Korean media and online personalities who promote a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice as a weight-loss tool. Because these claims are being spread by influential figures, health professionals said the public should be warned about the lack of scientific backing for these methods [1, 2].
Reports indicate that the diet claims to reduce body fat and eliminate toxins from the system. However, there is no medical evidence that consuming olive oil results in weight reduction [1]. Experts also said there is no basis for the claim that lemon juice reduces body fat or helps in the discharge of waste products [1].
Some online personalities continue to promote the drink despite the lack of data. One diet YouTuber said they drink the mixture because they believe it may reduce appetite to aid in weight loss [1].
Despite these anecdotal claims, health officials said scientific studies do not support the weight-loss benefits attributed to the Olé Shot [1, 2]. The trend highlights a recurring pattern where viral health fads outpace medical verification, often leading consumers to adopt restrictive or unusual eating habits without professional guidance [1].
“There is no medical evidence that consuming olive oil leads to weight loss.”
The rise of the Olé Shot diet reflects the significant influence of social media personalities over public health behaviors in South Korea. When influencers prioritize anecdotal experiences—such as appetite suppression—over clinical data, it creates a gap between viral trends and medical reality, potentially leading followers to rely on ineffective methods for health management.
