5 Natural Remedies and Genius Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar
Five Great Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar
You might use Apple Cider Vinegar as an ingredient in salad dressings, marinades or vinaigrettes, but what most people aren't aware of is that ACV can also be used as a secret weapon against health-related issues. This inexpensive and natural remedy has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties that help treat diabetes, boost weight loss, cure hiccups, detoxify your body, clear acne, and much more. Who would've thought that a certain type of vinegar had so many proven benefits?
1. Treat Health Problems
Apple Cider Vinegar is used for a variety of reasons, one being to help treat several health problems like heart disease, diabetes, sore throats and ear infections. For instance, in 2004, the American Diabetes Foundation published a study where 29 individuals were placed into one of three categories: healthy, those with pre-diabetic signs and those diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Each participant took a dosage of ACV before meals to find that they all had better blood glucose readings afterward. Individuals with pre-diabetic symptoms benefited the most, cutting their blood glucose concentrations by nearly half, while those with Type 2 diabetes improved their blood glucose levels by 25 percent. I’d say the study’s results were significant!
2. Boost Weight Loss
I have learned that Apple Cider Vinegar can boost weight loss by increasing your metabolism, lowering your blood sugar and suppressing your appetite. A recent study, published in the Journal of Functional Foods, states that sipping a tablespoon of ACV with 8 ounces of water before a meal may help lower your blood sugar and increase insulin sensitivity. In addition, AVC has strong properties that help fight candida, a form of yeast that causes most fungal infections. People who suffer from candida overgrowth usually experience cravings for sugar and carbohydrates, which often lead to weight gain.
3. Cure Hiccups
There are many natural remedies for hiccups, such as consuming a spoonful of peanut butter, a teaspoon of honey, a dab of hot sauce, or breathing slowly and deeply into a small paper bag. One proven cure is no other than our admired ACV. All you need to do is sip a glass of warm water mixed with one teaspoon of the vinegar.
4. Detox Your Body
When your body is going through toxic overload, you feel your systems begin to weaken and ache, also considered fatigue, constipation, muscle pain and skin abnormalities, among other discomfort. Fortunately, there is a way to release your insides of waste and chemicals with a safe ACV cleanse. You will need raw vinegar that contains “mother,” the leftover sediment from fermentation process. This remedy aids in digestion and cleaning of the intestines, allowing you to significantly reduce your level of toxins. To add flavor to this not-so-tasty cure, check out Dr. Axe’s detox recipe.
5. Clear Acne
Acne may appear on your skin no matter what age you are. For me, I seem to get more blemishes at 26 years old than I did during my high school years. People who use ACV to treat acne say their skin is soft, pores are small and scars have faded. How? The malic and lactic acids found in AVC help soften and exfoliate skin, and restore and balance its pH level. Try this AVC “cocktail” recipe that is known to clear up complexions in just a few days.
However you use ACV, make sure to take in small dosages because consuming too much acetic acid may hurt your throat; it is recommended to mix one tablespoon in a glass of water or juice. Share your Apple Cider Vinegar natural remedies, recipes and wellness uses in the comments below!
Alicia Lepore is a proud part of the SBT team as a digital content manager. Her current interests include learning her mother's Italian recipes, reading romance novels and trying to keep up with the latest fashion trends. Alicia dreams of one day traveling the world and experiencing different cultures.
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