Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)
When it comes to your health, Apple Cider Vinegar is superior to the other
vinegars because it contains many key vitamins, minerals, amino acids and
enzymes.
Some of the more recognizable nutrients are
- beta-carotene
- magnesium
- potassium
- calcium
- riboflavin
- thiamine
- vitamins B6, C and E
- fruit acids and pectin
Natural apple cider vinegar is made by crushing organically grown apples and maturing them in wooden barrels. The resulting rich brownish liquid contains a cloudy web-like form called
the mother.
Natural vinegar containing the mother has enzymes and minerals that you won’t find in the clear filtered and pasteurized versions you commonly find in grocery stores.
A very effective natural bacteria-fighting agent, ACV contains vitamins, vital minerals and trace elements of iron, magnesium, silicon, phosphorus, calcium chlorine, sodium, sulphur and copper that are necessary for a healthy body
What are the Benefits?
ACV has been used for centuries as a wonderful natural cure for many ailments which normally require medication and antibiotics. While medications invariably come with the very real possibility of side effects, vinegar (with rare exceptions) has no side effects.
Its popularity has increased lately because of its many
health and beauty benefits but …
What Does it Do?
The list of health benefits of apple cider vinegar appears to be endless. The following are some of the things we know cider vinegar does for your body. It is not all inclusive but it will give you an idea of what is happening when you consume ACV on a daily basis.
- Cider vinegar breaks down mucous and phlegm in your body thereby improving kidney bladder and liver functions
- destroys free radicals which weaken your immune system
- acts as a germicidal agent to fight infection and inflammation when used either internally or externally
- prevents high blood pressure and blood clots by thinning the blood
- controls glucose levels
- assists with digestion and the digestive process from consumption to elimination
- contains potassium which is needed for proper functioning of your heart and muscles
- the acids in cider vinegar control the growth of yeast in your intestine
- the acids also help with arthritis by dissolving crystal deposits that form between your joints
- creates an acidic environment in your body which is hostile to many conditions such as athlete’s foot
- contains magnesium, manganese, silicon, calcium and iron which are minerals known to develop bone mass
As a “rule of thumb” ACV is the only vinegar you should use for internal consumption as other vinegars can deplete your body of some necessary nutrients.
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