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What To Know About The Ice Hack For Weight Loss Diet 

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What Is The Ice Hack Diet?

The ice hack for weight loss is more of a routine than an eating plan. This plan purports to accelerate weight loss by using cold temperatures (e.g., drinking ice water or applying ice directly to the skin) and taking a weight loss supplement called “Alpilean.” The supplements’ ingredients come from the Himalayan Alps, thus the name, the “alpine ice hack.”

Alpilean Ingredients

Alpilean supplements are part of the Ice Hack for weight loss program. The table below describes Alpilean’s active ingredients and study results on the effectiveness and safety of each ingredient. 

Alpilean Ingredients

Alpilean Supplement Safety (Bitter Orange)

The most concerning of the supplement’s active ingredients is bigarade orange (Citrus aurantium), also called bitter orange. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that bitter orange contains a compound similar to ephedra (mau hang).

Ephedra is banned in the U.S. due to its potential for severe side effects such as hypertension (an increase in blood pressure), heart attacks, strokes, seizures, and sudden death.6

Advocates of the ice hack for weight loss claim that a person’s inner body temperature is linked to metabolic rate and weight loss. The original idea for the diet came from studies showing a link between lower inner body temperatures and obesity rates.7

Although body temperature is a crude measure of a person’s metabolism, other factors, such as the Western diet, highly processed, high-calorie foods, and a sedentary lifestyle, are more influential in metabolic rate and weight loss. 

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Ice Hack For Weight Loss Reviews

Many convincing claims can be found on TikTok and other social media apps, including ice hack weight loss reviews. These reviews are posted to convince the public that the diet and supplements are safe and effective, making the Alpine ice hack attractive to potential new consumers. Among the purported Alpine ice hack reviews on social media are statements such as:

  • “Flush away a pound of belly fat per day.”
  • “Melt away belly fat.”
  • “Lose weight quickly.”

Nevertheless, many of the supplements in the ice hack diet plan may be ineffective, as with many other fad diet trends.

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Legitimate online Alpine ice hack for weight loss reviews are difficult to find. If you’re considering trying a weight-loss supplement, doing your homework is essential. Look for reputable websites, such as the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, the National Library of Health (NIH), and the U.S. Office of Dietary Supplements.

Even if you locate a reliable source that reports positive Alpine ice hack weight loss reviews, be sure to talk to your healthcare provider before starting a new diet or taking supplements, particularly if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Studies

There is a lack of scientific evidence that indicates a direct connection between a person’s lower body temperature and weight loss.

Brown adipose (fat) tissue quickly and efficiently increases heat production. It’s been suggested that activating brown fat through physical activity or exposure to cold temperatures could increase metabolic rate and reduce body weight.

An animal study on mice discovered that while intermittent cold exposure (such as that used in the alpine diet hack) increased the amount of brown fat tissue, body weight remained unaltered.8

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Safe & Effective Weight Loss Alternative

There is not much evidence that Alpilean supplements are effective for weight loss. The best science-backed weight loss method combines a well-balanced diet with regular physical activity. 

An effective alternative to the many online weight-loss gimmicks is a healthy lifestyle coupled with prescription weight-loss medications such as GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide. These medications are prescribed by a licensed physician and clinically tested for safety. 

Invigor Medical is a national wellness clinic focusing on health issues for men and women, including weight management. Medical doctors supervise our weight loss programs. At Invigor Medical, our one-stop, convenient package includes online telehealth services like consultations, an individualized care plan, and prescriptions.  Start by clicking the “getting started” link, and our system will guide you through the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ice trick to losing weight?

Drinking ice water or using ice packs to boost metabolism is a common belief, but the effect on weight loss is minimal. While cold water may slightly increase calorie burning as the body warms it, the impact is temporary and unlikely to significantly affect weight loss. Sustainable weight loss requires a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Can ice reduce belly fat?

There’s no scientific evidence to support the idea that applying ice packs to the abdomen can target and reduce belly fat. Spot reduction of fat is generally ineffective, and losing belly fat requires overall weight loss through dietary changes and exercise.

Does drinking ice water burn fat?

Drinking ice water may modestly increase calorie burning as the body warms it, but the effect is temporary and doesn’t lead to significant fat loss. To achieve meaningful weight loss, focus on maintaining a balanced diet and staying active.

Does drinking ice water burn calories?

Drinking ice water may slightly increase calorie burning as the body warms it, but the impact on weight loss is minimal. While staying hydrated with water is important for overall health, relying on ice water alone for weight loss is not effective.

From The Expert: Augustine Chinemerem Anadu, MBBCh

The ice hack diet, which uses cold exposure and Alpilean supplements, lacks substantial evidence for effective weight loss; claims of rapid fat loss are unproven. Safer options include a balanced diet, regular exercise, and, if prescribed, GLP-1 medications like semaglutide to reduce appetite. Alpilean’s bitter orange may act like banned ephedra, potentially causing high blood pressure, heart attacks, or strokes. Avoid it if you have heart conditions, are pregnant, or take stimulants. Semaglutide may cause nausea or vomiting. Stop and seek medical help for severe abdominal pain.

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Derek Berkey
Derek Berkey
CEO, Invigor Medical | Science-Based Wellness Expert
Derek Berkey is the Chief Executive Officer of Invigor Medical, a telehealth company specializing in weight management, sexual health, and healthy aging. He serves as an author and reviewer, ensuring all content is grounded in science-based, patient‑centered insight.

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Augustine Chinemerem Anadu, MBBCh
Augustine Chinemerem Anadu, MBBCh
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Dr. Augustine Chinemerem Anadu is an OB-GYN resident at Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital, Calabar, with broad foundational training across internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, and lab medicine; a co-editor of The Syringe who has also written sports content for Betzillion; and a researcher focused on mental health in diabetes, uniting rigorous scholarship with patient-centered care.
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CEO, Invigor Medical | Science-Based Wellness Expert
Derek Berkey is the Chief Executive Officer of Invigor Medical, a telehealth company specializing in weight management, sexual health, and healthy aging. He serves as an author and reviewer, ensuring all content is grounded in science-based, patient‑centered insight.

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Augustine Chinemerem Anadu, MBBCh
Augustine Chinemerem Anadu, MBBCh
Obstetrics & Gynecology / Medical Reviewer
Dr. Augustine Chinemerem Anadu is an OB-GYN resident at Nigerian Navy Reference Hospital, Calabar, with broad foundational training across internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, and lab medicine; a co-editor of The Syringe who has also written sports content for Betzillion; and a researcher focused on mental health in diabetes, uniting rigorous scholarship with patient-centered care.