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Apple cider vinegar has been used as a health tonic for thousands of years. I am often asked is it really good for you, or is it just an old fashioned remedy?
While there is certainly a lot of history surrounding Apple Cider Vinegar it is so much more than “just an old-fashioned remedy” and is something we should consider adding to our daily eating plan.
Research shows that Apple Cider Vinegar has played a significant role in helping with weight loss however there are many other health benefits, that can have a significant impact on your well being
• Lowers blood sugar and insulin: When consumed with a high-carb meal, apple cider vinegar has been shown to significantly lower blood sugar and insulin levels after eating.
• Improves insulin sensitivity: One study in people with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes found that adding vinegar at a high-carb meal improved insulin sensitivity by 34%
• Lowers fasting blood sugar: In a study in people with type 2 diabetes, those who took apple cider vinegar with a high protein evening snack had twice the decrease in fasting blood sugar as those who didn’t.
• Improves PCOS symptoms: In a small study of women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who took vinegar for 90–110 days, 57% resumed ovulation, likely due to improved insulin sensitivity.
• Decreases cholesterol levels: Studies in diabetic and normal rats and mice found that apple cider vinegar increased “good” HDL cholesterol. It also reduced “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides
• Lowers blood pressure: Animal studies suggest that vinegar may decrease blood pressure by inhibiting the enzyme responsible for constricting blood vessels.
• Kills harmful bacteria and viruses: Vinegar fights bacteria that can cause food poisoning, including E. coli. In one study, vinegar reduced numbers of certain bacteria by 90% and some viruses by 95%.
There are a few ways to include apple cider vinegar in your diet.
An easy method is to use it with olive oil as a salad dressing. It proves particularly tasty with leafy greens, cucumbers and tomatoes.
It can also be used for pickling vegetables, or you can simply mix it into water and drink it.
The amount of apple cider vinegar used for weight loss is 1–2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) per day, mixed with water.
It is best to spread this out into 2–3 doses throughout the day, and it may be best to drink it before meals.
Taking more than this isn't recommended because of potentially harmful effects at higher dosages.
It's also best to start off with 1 teaspoon (5 ml) to see how you tolerate it.
Do not take more than 1 tablespoon (15 ml) at a time, because taking too much at one sitting may cause nausea.
It’s important to mix it with water, as undiluted vinegar may burn the inside of your mouth and Esophagus.
