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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR…GOOD FOR WHAT?

Q. My Grandmother took apple cider vinegar most of her life. I have to admit she rarely got sick and always stayed thin. Do you think it was the vinegar or just her constitution?
Alanzo A.
A. Gramma was a wise woman and her lifetime of good health could certainly be attributed to Apple Cider Vinegar. For the majority of the 38 years I was in the natural food business Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) was always one of the top 10 selling items in the entire store. Its history of medicinal use goes back into ancient Greece where Hippocrates was recorded as using ACV to treat patients. Its popularity continues ever stronger today fueled by the fact that it works. ACV’s ability to stabilize our body’s acid alkaline balance opens the door to a whole host of benefits. Here are the top 10 benefits: 
Source: wikipedia.com

Anti-inflammatory:
• The anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar work to help internal inflammation within the gastrointestinal tract when added to salads or taken diluted with water.
• Aids with weight loss:
• By regulating blood sugar levels, apple cider vinegar also assists in weight loss. Insulin will not direct sugar to be stored as fat
• Clears skin:
• Apple cider vinegar is astringent and is an antiseptic. It helps with acne and pimples.
• Gets rid of dandruff:
• The fungus Malassezia furfur, which causes dandruff, is eradicated by the antifungal properties of apple cider vinegar.
• Helps with Arthritis:
• Apple cider vinegar has potent anti-inflammatory properties and helps with pain of the joints.
• Lowers glucose in diabetics:
• Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which can slow down starch digestion. This will help lower glucose levels in the bloodstream.
• Lowers bad cholesterol:
• The presence of pectin in apple cider vinegar helps reduce bad cholesterol in the body.
• Rich in minerals:
• Potassium, magnesium and many other minerals are in apple cider vinegar. Potassium controls the water balance in the body. Magnesium helps with digestion.
• Protects against cancer:
• Apple cider vinegar contains beta-carotene, which according to the Mayo Clinic possesses antioxidant properties that counteract damage caused by free radicals. ACV protect against cancer and boost the immune system.
• Yeast Infection:
• Apple cider vinegar reduces yeast infections in women by adding 2 tbsp. of the vinegar to a douche. This remedy should be taken with caution.

Always buy “organic” ACV and make sure the “mother” or sediment is still in the mix. The “mother” looks like a cloud in the liquid and it’s where most of the nutrient (vites. and minerals) are held in the mixture. ACV should be amber in color, always refrigerate after opening and shake well before every use.
 
AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.