Sara, I wish I could say that gummies are the answer for weight loss. I think initially when I was first taking them I experienced more energy and was able to turn down the comfort foods I was eating to make myself feel better. I did lose a few pounds and am back to my normal (albeit "plumpish" weight). I do think that the combination of apple cider vinegar and beet juice in the gummies has some merit and does no harm. It did take me 19 months to taper off Prednisone, but I wouldn't say that I have PMR entirely licked. I have stiffness and pins and needles in my hands and some "slug" days, but having experienced the real pain of PMR, I am truly thankful to be where I am. I hope this helps you and send you my best wishes.