6 Reasons Why You Should Have Apple Cider Vinegar Every Day

Content by: Lynda Griparic

6 Reason Why You Should Have Apple Cider Vinegar Daily

What is Apple Cider Vinegar?

Apple cider vinegar otherwise known as ACV has been used historically as a health tonic to treat wounds, high fever, weight management and much more. In fact Hippocrates, the “father of medicine” regularly used ACV as a cleansing and healing agent.

Natural Apple Cider Vinegar is made from fresh, crushed, organically grown apples that have been fermented in tanks. When mature, it contains a “web-like” substance called a “mother” which is made from the naturally occurring pectin and apple residue. This “mother” contains many minerals and enzymes that is often not present in processed vinegars. There are many claims about the miraculous healing properties of ACV but very little science to back it up. The big players in ACV which drive a lot of the impressive actions are its acetic acid and phytochemical (antioxidant) content. While there isn’t a lot of solid research done on humans I still think it warrants space in your pantry and in your life.

Why ACV demands attention

  1. Type 2 Diabetes support: Apple cider vinegar added to meals has the ability to reduce the digestion of complex carbohydrates. Preventing at least some of the starch from being digested and raising your blood sugar levels. It is thought that it’s anti-glycemic and blood sugar favourable properties are due to its acetic acid content. Making ACV fabulous for the support of type 2 diabetes.
  2. Cholesterol lowering effect: ACV supports heart health by lowering total cholesterol, triglycerides and the so-called unhealthy form of cholesterol, very low-density lipoproteins (VLDL) which is often linked to risk of heart issues.
  3. Blood pressure: ACV is a valuable companion to those with high blood pressure as regular consumption has been shown to reduce the blood pressure in mice.
  4. Weight management: Apple cider vinegar has been used in weight management protocols for many years. Studies have shown that consuming ACV before a meal reduces the need to overeat as it improves satiety, that sense of being full. It is also an amazing digestive aid and let’s not forget point 1 and it’s ability to support a healthy blood sugar balance.
  5. Reflux, Heartburn and Digestion: Contrary to popular belief, acid reflux typically occurs from having too little stomach acid. ACV is a simple and effective way to improve the acid content of your stomach, reduce reflux symptoms and help you break down food better. It is also thought that drinking ACV before meals can improve your ability to absorb important minerals from the foods you eat.
  6. Can help kill harmful bacteria:Vinegar can help kill pathogens, including bacteria as it has a history of use as a disinfectant and natural preservative.

How you can get your ACV fix daily

  1. As a digestive health drink; especially if constipated or have reflux. Dilute 1 tbsp in 200ml of warm or room temperature water and have daily or take 1 tbsp 10-20 minutes before meals.
  2. In salad dressings with healthy oils, herbs, spices, pepper and pink Himalayan rock salt.
  3. In sauces, mustards and dips. Homemade Dijon mustard and Coriander sauce.
  4. To help ferment gut loving vegetables such as sauerkraut.
  5. To tenderise beef, lamb, chicken and other meat in slow cooking.
  6. In bone broths to leech all of the amazing, gut loving minerals out of the bones.

Word of warning

Always dilute ACV in water or fresh juice before consuming. ACV is highly acidic so having it pure and undiluted can damage the enamel of your teeth, throat and tissues in your mouth. One isolated study has shown that long-term excessive use could lower potassium levels and bone density.

Not all ACV’S are the same

Look for raw, organic, unfiltered, unpasteurised ACV which contains the “mother”. This ensures that it still has the beneficial probiotics, minerals and enzymes. Ideally the ACV should look cloudy. By now you would have established that I am a HUGE fan of the humble ACV. It will continue to have a place on my shelf, an entire 5 litre shrine in fact. I recommend ACV to patients and use ACV daily, wherever I would normal vinegar and as a digestive aid to cut through sluggish bowel movements. I am more than happy to continue the legacy of Hippocrates and use this exceptional liquid medicinally. I just hope that more studies are carried out on ACV to give it the credit it so rightfully deserves.

Try This Daily Gut-Nourishing Maintenance

It’s as easy as this:

  • 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/2 a tea spoon of Pure L-Glutamine
  • 1 table spoon of apple cider vinegar
  • Glass of water

Simply mix it all together and drink once a day on an empty stomach first thing in the morning, or 1/2 hour before meals.
Learn more about the benefits of L-Gluatmine Powder here.

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References

  1. http://bit.ly/1ltAVNt
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  3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20068289
  4. http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full
  5. http://bragg.com/products/images/CholesterolAges.pdf
  6. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1750-3841.12434/full
  7. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21561165
  8. http://1.usa.gov/1OjpWwo
  9. http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1750-3841.12434/full
  10. http://1.usa.gov/1HXGEVC
  11. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17216979
  12. http://bit.ly/1SRiWLj
  13. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC305362/
  14. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23373303
  15. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1785201/#R66

 

Lynda Griparic

This article is brought to you by Lynda Griparic. Lynda is a qualified naturopath, nutritionist, writer, and speaker with over 14 years of experience in the health industry. Lynda specialises in gut health and weight loss. She has extensive experience in running healthy, effective, and sustainable weight loss programs and... Read More
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2 Replies to “6 Reasons Why You Should Have Apple Cider Vinegar Every Day”
Ermias says:

Nice article.
I plan on starting the ACV, L-Glutamine water first thing in the morning.
Thanks

I like the way you write. Great job!

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