Why should we all start using more apple cider vinegar? First of all, apple cider vinegar is a completely natural product: apple juice is fermented to hard apple cider, which is fermented a second time to apple cider vinegar. In integrating this natural product into our homes, we instantly decrease the consumption of unnatural chemicals in our daily lives.
Below are many other benefits of apple cider vinegar that can be
applied to your lifestyle:
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1. Digestion, gas and
bloating
2. Sleep issues
3. Hair
4. Face
5. Diabetes and
Weight Loss
6. Promote alkalinity
7. Non-toxic cleaning
spray
8. Deodorant
9. Sinus and
Allergies
10. Sunburn relief
1. Digestion, gas and
bloating
Vinegar contains malic acid, which can help common digestive
issues like constipation or acid-reflux. And because it's a trifecta of
antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties, a tablespoon or two in a 8
oz. glass of water may even help with a case of food poisoning.
Apple cider vinegar can also be very helpful in reducing gas and
bloating. Just take a tablespoon of ACV diluted in water or tea before a meal.
It can also help ameliorate symptoms of heartburn. Take a dose as soon as you
feel heartburn symptoms coming on.
2. Sleep issues
Many people swear by a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in a cup
of hot water with honey before bed, citing its sleep-inducing powers and that
it promotes a more restful night's sleep.
For a balancing elixir, dilute a couple teaspoons of organic
unfiltered apple cider vinegar in tepid or warm water with lemon in the
morning.
3. Hair
It is widely known that apple cider vinegar can be used as a rinse
for your hair after shampooing to add healthy body and shine.
Simply mix a tablespoon or two in a glass of water, and rinse your
hair with it at the end of your bath. Make sure to rinse it out well
afterwards, or your hair might feel a little crunchy.
Don't worry, the vinegar smell will dissipate once your hair
dries, so you don't have to go around smelling like salad all day (not that
that's a bad thing!).
4. Face
Did you know that apple cider vinegar can help regulate the pH of
your skin? Dilute apple cider vinegar with two parts water, and spread the
concoction over your face with a cotton ball as a toner. You can do this at
night after washing, and in the morning before you apply your moisturizer. You
can also dab apple cider vinegar directly onto age spots and leave them on overnight
to lighten their color.
5. Diabetes and
Weight Loss
Apple cider vinegar lowers glucose levels, and may be helpful for
diabetics. It has also been touted as a weight-loss aid, as it is said to help
you feel fuller and eat less. The enzymes in apple cider vinegar also promote
the growth of healthy bacteria in the gut, and can help regulate candida
issues.
How to take apple cider vinegar orally: Mix 1 tablespoon with a
cup of water or herbal tea. (Apple cider vinegar is quite strong, and when
taken straight can be harsh on the esophagus, so you'll want to dilute it).
6. Promote alkalinity
Despite its acidic taste, apple cider vinegar actually promotes
alkalinity in the body. As Charlotte Gerson says, "cancer cannot live in
an alkaline body," and one of the primary ways to battle cancer and other
diseases is by bringing the body into an alkaline state which makes it an
inhospitable environment for cancer.
7. Non-toxic cleaning
spray
Most cleaning supplies are full of harsh chemicals, so apple cider
vinegar can surprisingly provide an excellent, cheap alternative to many
cleaning products. It absorbs odors and has antibacterial properties.
Simply mix one part apple cider vinegar to one part water, and put
it in a spray bottle. Spray the solution on hard surfaces such as hardwood
floors, bathroom tiles, cabinets and countertops, then wipe it off with a rag.
8. 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. Plus, most drugstore deodorants and antiperspirants contain aluminum
and a host of unpronounceable chemicals and synthetic fragrances, so you want
to avoid them anyway.
So, it might sound a little crazy, but you can actually use apple
cider vinegar as a natural deodorant! Apple cider vinegar absorbs and
neutralizes stinky scents. Simply rub a bit of ACV in your underarms and it
will absorb and minimize body odors. The vinegary smell dissipates once it
dries.
9. Sinus and
Allergies
Apple Cider Vinegar helps to break up mucous throughout the body
and cleanse the lymph nodes. Believe it or not, research suggests that apple cider
vinegar can help with allergies because of its ability to reduce mucous and
sinus congestion. When reducing the effects of allergies, it can also help
stave off sinus infections and their related symptoms (sore throats and
headaches).
10. Sunburn relief
While you should always strive to avoid skin damage by not staying
out in the sun uncovered for more than 15 minutes, if you do accidentally find
yourself burnt to a crisp, you can use apple cider vinegar to neutralize the
burn. Dilute it in water and pat on the sore skin, or add a cupful to your
bath.
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