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 HEALTH AND BEAUTY BENEFITS OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar contains the “mother” of
the vinegar, which has raw enzymes, and gut-friendly bacteria
that promote healing. Clear vinegar is processed and doesn’t
have any of the benefits of raw ACV.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: Tame tummy troubles.
The pectin content in ACV helps treat diarrhoea by forming
bulk fibrous matter. The pectin also forms a protective coat for
soothing the colon lining and intestinal spasms. Try mixing
one or two tablespoons into water.
Prevent indigestion.
Sip before eating, especially if you know you’re going to
indulge in foods that cause indigestion. Add 1 teaspoon of
honey and 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar to a glass of warm
water and drink it 30 minutes before you dine.
Help clear a stuffy nose.
Mix a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and
drink. This helps sinus drainage.
Soothe a sore throat.
As soon as you feel the prickle of a sore throat, take some
ACV to help head off the infection at the pass. Turns out, most
germs can’t survive in the acidic environment vinegar creates.
Just mix ¼ cup apple cider vinegar with ¼ cup warm water
and gargle every hour or so.
Reduce swelling.
Rubbing apple cider vinegar onto swollen hands or feet
reduces swelling. A wonderful thing during pregnancy!
Extinguish exhaustion.
Exercise and sometimes, extreme stress cause lactic acid to
build up in the body, causing fatigue. Apple cider vinegar
contains potassium and enzymes that may relieve that tired
feeling. Next time you’re feeling beat, add a tablespoon or two
of apple cider vinegar to a glass of chilled vegetable drink one
or to a glass of water.
Relieve night time leg cramps.
ACV taken diluted in water twice daily, will dissolve acid
crystals in the blood and provide potassium, calcium and other
essential minerals to the body needed to ease the leg cramps.
Banish bad breath.
Due to its acidic properties, Apple Cider Vinegar makes a
wonderful remedy for bad breath or halitosis. Simply add 1/2
tablespoon of ACV into a cup of water and gargle the mixture
in your mouth for 10 seconds at a time until the cup is empty.
Fight yeast infections.
One of the best home remedies to treat a yeast infection is
Apple Cider Vinegar. Add 1 and a half-cup of ACV into a
bathtub filled with warm water, and then soak in it for about 20
minutes. This should be done once a day for the first 3 days of
the infection.
Foot or skin fungus.
Just as ACV can help kill Candida in the body, it is often
useful against yeast and fungus on the skin and nails. If you
have foot or toe fungus, soak the feet in 1 cup of ACV in water
or apply directly to the affected area. For skin fungus or yeast,
apply ACV directly. For children or those with sensitive skin, it
is best to dilute the ACV with water before applying to the
skin.
Control blood sugars.
The anti-glycemic effects of apple cider vinegar help to
improve insulin sensitivity, which is essential to maintain the
sugar levels of blood. Mix one teaspoon of Apple Cider
Vinegar in a glass of filtered water and take 3 times a day to
steady your stomach’s rate of digestion, which in turn will keep
blood sugar levels more consistent. If you are diabetic, consult
your physician.
Boost weight loss.
Many people claim that Apple Cider Vinegar promotes weight
loss by speeding up the metabolism. A suggested remedy is
to mix 2 teaspoons of the vinegar into a glass of water and
drink this before every meal or sip it slowly throughout the day
Lower blood cholesterol.
Research has indicated that apple cider vinegar improves the
lipid profile of blood by decreasing the levels of triglycerides
and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) or bad
cholesterol, as also by increasing the levels of high-density
lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) or good cholesterol. If you
have high cholesterol, consult your physician.
Reduce the swelling of haemorrhoids.
Soak a washcloth with ACV and apply it for 30 min on the
effected area
14 MORE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: Hair rinse.
Acetic acid, the main ingredient in ACV, will remove build up
from styling products and conditioners and strengthen the hair
shaft, leaving you with soft, shiny strands. It will also balance
hair’s pH level, simulate the scalp to promote hair growth,
and is a cure for dandruff. Dilute 1/3 cup ACV in 4 cups of
water and pour over your hair after shampooing. Leave it in for
a few seconds before rinse your hair using cold water to seal
the hair shaft and create more shine.
Here is a wonderful ACV Hair Rinse Rosemary, Lavender &
Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse
Facial mask.
Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar and bentonite clay, add 1tablespoon raw honey. Apply to skin. Leave this detoxifying,
deep-pore treatment on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing off
with warm water.
Skin toner.
Psoriasis sufferers praise apple cider vinegar for reducing
inflammation. Apply a few drops to a cotton ball and rub on
your T-zone or other dry spots to prevent breakouts and
minimize blemishes.
Soothing bath soak.
The next time you get ready to slip into a warm bath, add one
to two capfuls of apple cider vinegar. It draws toxins out of the
body, leaving behind toned and moisturized skin.
Teeth whitener.
Gargle with apple cider vinegar in the morning. The vinegar
helps remove stains, whiten teeth, and kill bacteria in your
mouth and gums. Brush as usual after you gargle.
Invigorating foot soak.
Use apple cider vinegar to soothe aching and swollen feet.
Sunburn remedy.
Relieve the pain of sunburn and minimize peeling by applying
a washcloth soaked in apple cider vinegar to the area.
Alleviate age spots.
Apple Cider Vinegar contains sulfur that fights the effects of
aging, including age spots. Dab age spots, or liver spots, with
ACV every night before you go to sleep. Do not wash off the
vinegar. If you feel a stinging sensation, dilute the vinegar with
water.
Ease varicose veins.
ACV is great for varicose veins because it improves circulation
in the vein wall and helps to ease the bulging and swelling
vein so it is less noticeable and less painful. Combine equal
parts ACV and your favourite lotion. Apply morning and night
to varicose veins in a circular motion until absorbed.
Depending on the severity of your varicose veins, you should
begin to see improvement within a month.
Natural deodorant.
Most commercial deodorants are antiperspirants, which block
your ability to sweat. Since sweat is one of your body’s natural
means of detoxification, blocking your ability to sweat can
block your ability to detoxify. ACV absorbs and neutralizes
odours. Simply rub a bit of ACV in your underarms. The
vinegary smell dissipates once it dries.
Acne remedy.
ACV kills bacteria and balances skin’s pH level. It also
absorbs excessive oil from our skin, which is a leading cause
of acne. Mix one part vinegar to 3-4 parts water. Apply
solution directly to your skin with clean cotton pad, and leave it
there for about ten minutes. After ten minutes, rinse off the
vinegar. Repeat this three times a day. For severe cases of
acne, the solution can be used overnight without rinsing.
Wart removal.
Try placing a cotton pad soaked in apple cider vinegar on top,
then secure with a bandage. Leave on overnight and remove
in the morning. If you stick to this consistently for a week, you
should start to see results.
Relieve arthritis pain.
The potassium in cider vinegar may be especially beneficial
because it works to prevent calcium build-up in the joints,
which is linked to joint stiffness.
Improve bone health.
The abundance of calcium, potassium, magnesium, and other
vital minerals, makes apple cider vinegar a good candidate for
maintaining bone health.
HOW TO TAKE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: As I mentioned at the beginning….as GOOD as ACV is for
you….that’s how BAD it tastes for some! Which begs the
question….how on earth are you supposed to get past that???
Well, for the hard core ACV enthusiasts it’s just added to
some water and then “bottoms up!” But for more sensitive
folks! Just add some raw honey, stevia to give it a little
sweetness.
Here are some general guidelines to follow:
For daily maintenance, weight loss and pH balancing:
2 teaspoons in 200ml of water 3x a day (taken before your
meals)
For treating an acute condition like acid reflux, cough,
bronchitis, or sore throat:
2 Tablespoons in 200ml of water 3x a day (taken before your
meals) .