Tag: Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar promotes various health benefits. But it should be avoided in case you have certain health conditions. Some of them are diabetes, low potassium levels, throat infections, teeth sensitivity, problems with blood clotting, pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

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Apple cider vinegar (ACV) can lower blood pressure (BP) by suppressing the activity of renin, an enzyme that raises BP. By lowering the bad cholesterol and triglycerides and flushing out toxins, ACV prevents fats from collecting inside the arteries. This ensures smoother blood flow. ACV also prevents excessive blood clotting. By aiding weight loss, it also acts on obesity-related high blood pressure. Have no more than 2 tablespoons daily and dilute it well.

Apple cider vinegar frequently appears on diet plans of the health conscious, with some suggesting it can help them with weight loss. Research has found that the vinegar can help lower body weight, cut waist circumference, improve satiety, and even reduce LDL cholesterol levels. Its antifungal and prebiotic properties open up a whole other world of possible applications for health.

When it comes to healthy eats, homemade apple cider vinegar (ACV) salad dressing is a must. Its tangy flavor can amp up your salads,...

Add 2c oats+1c Epsom salt to a warm water bathtub and soak for about 15-20 mins a few times a week. Another tip off could be to wash the infected area with a blend of 2T apple cider vinegar or honey in warm water 2-3 times a day. Slash sugary and starch-laden foods from your diet. Soothe the groin area with baby powder and wear clean, loose-fitting clothes.

Mix 1.5c baking soda with 3 gallons of water. Use a washcloth to soak into the mixture and apply to affected skin. Your itchiness will reduce tenfold instantly. Equally soothing can be slathering on some honey or dabbing diluted apple cider vinegar or a solid paste of green clay onto the affected area. Try herbal helpers like 1t of panchatikta ghritam twice a day.

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ACV can relieve the symptoms of pain and burning in the chest caused by acid reflux. It lowers the stomach acidity without affecting digestion and maintains the tone of the lower esophagal sphincter so that none of the stomach acid can travel back into the esophagus. It also checks fat accumulation in the body and prevents heartburn usually associated with obesity. Drink 2 tsps mixed in a glass of water at each meal.

Have organic ACV as part of your daily diet, but beware the side effects of ACV. It may cause nausea. ACV delays digestion, so it might affect type 1 diabetes patients with gastroparesis. When taken undiluted or in excess, it has been known to decay tooth enamel. Applying raw ACV on the skin can also cause chemical burns. People with sensitive teeth and skin should limit their intake. Stick to drinking ACV. The pills in the market may not be fit for consumption.

As ACV delays the passage of food from the stomach to the small intestine, the food is broken down better. This also keeps the blood glucose levels from rising abruptly in diabetic patients. Being antibacterial, ACV can prevent all infection-related digestive disorders, like diarrhea and inflammation of the large intestine lining. Drink 2 tsps of ACV mixed in a glass of water during each meal to improve digestion.

Mix 2 tsps ACV with lukewarm water every morning for obesity and relief from arthritic pain. Drink 2 tsps ACV mixed in water during your meals to treat heartburn and 2 tsps each of ACV and honey mixed in half a glass of warm water 30 mins before sleep if you can't sleep at night. Don't overdose. Too much or undiluted ACV consumption can cause skin and teeth erosion and lower your potassium levels abnormally.

ACV is a good deodorant. It kills the bacteria that creates body odor by breaking down the sweat on our body. Dip a cotton ball in a 1:1 ACV and water mixture. Swab the armpits with it. Let it evaporate. Then powder them with a 1:1 cornstarch and baking soda mixture to keep dry. You can also add it to your bath water. Add a few drops of a fragrant essential oil. Always use a diluted form and test for allergy.

The bacterial film in your teeth, commonly known as plaque, is responsible for tooth decay, cavities, staining, infections, and bad breath. ACV, being antibacterial, can fix all these problems by removing the bacteria. It also treats fungal infections in the mouth, eases digestion, and treats sore throat, thereby eliminating the root causes of bad breath. But use it with caution for undiluted ACV can erode the tooth enamel.

Mix 4–5 tsps baking soda in 400 ml water. Massage your scalp with it, then rinse off. Now apply an ACV and water mixture in the ratio of 1:4. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then wash off. The soda cleans your scalp, while the ACV moisturizes it and prevents hair cuticles from damage. You could also mix 2–4 tsps ACV in 300 ml water to use as a hair rinse after shampooing. Add essential oils to this if you wish.