Pages

▼

Friday, March 8, 2013

Health benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

Have to ever tried Apple Cider Vinegar?  By itself?  It's probably not the most pleasant thing to drink but I know that it's good for me.  Apple cider vinegar is one of the main ingredients in my Apple Cider Viniagrette which is my absolute favorite salad dressing EVER!

When I say that I "drink" it, I mean 1-2 tablespoons at a time.  I don't just pour myself a glass.  Why do I do that?

Apple cider vinegar contains vitamins and minerals such as beta-carotene, pectin and vital minerals such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorous, chlorine, sulfur, iron, and fluorine.
.
It aides in weight loss!  From Livestrong: By helping balance blood sugar levels, apple cider vinegar also assists in weight loss, since insulin will not direct sugar to be stored as fat, says nutritionist Dr. Carol Johnston of the Arizona State University East.

Apple Cinder Vinegar is also an antioxidant since it contains the above vitamins and minerals.

I have read that Apple cider vinegar can be used as a facial toner, dandruff rinse and as a nightime drink to relieve muscle cramps.  I have never used it for these reasons but I'll have to remember this for the future.

In ancient Greece, around 400 BC, Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, prescribed apple cider vinegar mixed with honey for a variety of ills, including coughs and colds.

source
A University of Arizona study reported in the Diabetes Care Journal in 2004, showed that type 2 diabetes patients who took a cocktail consisting of one or two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar and one to two teaspoons of raw honey and a glass of distilled water at bed time lowered their waking glucose levels by up to 6 percent.

How do you consume Apple Cider Vinegar?
-My favorite is Detox Salad dressing (Apple Cider Viniagrette)
-Add 1-2 tablespoons in water or juice 
-Apple Cider Vinegar Tea

Next time I'll share of few more recipes for Apple Cider Vinegar.  


I'm Partying over HERE, LHITS , Farmgirl Friday and The Self Sufficient HomeAcre. Wildcrafting Wednesday
at

40 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 8, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    I'm following you back and am excited to try out your apple cider dressing.

    Kimberly @ mypinterestreality.com

    ReplyDelete
  2. UnknownMarch 8, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    I have heard so much over the years about the many uses of vinegar, and ACV seems to have the most benefits. Do you drink it daily? I had a hard time choking it down to be honest, much like the cod liver oil.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Covenant Grace March 8, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    ACV has so many uses; I like using it as a hair rinse. - visiting from the blog hop!

    ReplyDelete
  4. Mary SmithMarch 8, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Hi Kimberly! The dressing is AMAZING!

    Elizabeth, I don't drink it everyday although I really should. I use the dressing almost everyday. Stay tuned for a recipe to make it delicious.

    Welcome Victory! I get pretty sloppy in the shower so I haven't used it on my hair yet. I'll try it soon!

    ReplyDelete
  5. AnonymousMarch 8, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    My Daddy plays the guitar and about 10 years ago his arthritis in his hands had almost made it impossible to play. He started taking a concoction of vinegar and honey everyday and started seeing a drastic improvement. Now, it is like he never had arthritis. He'll drink it cold or warm, but my Mama preferes it warm like a tea.

    ~Ann
    <a href="http://summersacres.blogspot.com>Summers Acres</a>

    ReplyDelete
  6. Blogs From a Single MomMarch 8, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    I didn't know it had to many uses! Thank you for the info. Visiting from the Blog Hop.

    ReplyDelete
  7. JillMarch 8, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    Visiting via the Harvest of Friends hop :) Have a Great Weekend!

    ~ Jill

    http://www.frugalplus.com/

    ReplyDelete
  8. carolMarch 8, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    I add it to my oatmeal and grains when I soak them overnight. I also use it on my face twice daily as I work outside year-round.

    ReplyDelete
  9. AnonymousMarch 8, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    So many great uses for ACV! I eat mine mixed with ranch dressing over salad! :)

    Thanks for sharing this week at the Blog Fest!

    ~Kristi@Let This Mind Be in You

    ReplyDelete
  10. Easy Crafts for KidsMarch 8, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    Hey... Just popping over and following on GFC from Aloha Friday Hop. I would love for you to stop by my blog sometime and if you like follow too. :) Hope you have a great weekend!

    xoxo,
    Melissa
    thisgirlslifeblog.com

    ReplyDelete
  11. UnknownMarch 9, 2013 at 3:40 AM

    My coworkers take a swig of it every day to prevent and alleviate heartburn!

    www.mrsdixxxon.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  12. Cynthia @ Richly Middle Class March 9, 2013 at 4:01 AM

    I did not know that Apple Cider Vinegar had so many benefits. This is a great article. Hope you are having a great weekend.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Elizabeth March 9, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    Oh my goodness how fab to find this blog! I have acne and have found ACV to be fantastic for it. I posted about it the other week.

    In addition to helping my acne, it is very good for settling tummies.

    Thanks for posting x

    www.dragonflypoppy.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  14. Mrs BishopMarch 9, 2013 at 9:23 AM

    I've been using it lately to help my sore throats since the weather has been crazy. Thanks for the tips!

    ReplyDelete
  15. mail4roseyMarch 9, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    I like it on French Fries, but I think the good of the vinegar is negated by the bad of the fried potatoes. Oiy!

    ReplyDelete
  16. UnknownMarch 9, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Visiting from LHITS.

    I've been meaning to start drinking ACV, I just can't bring myself to do it! Maybe this post will change me ;)

    ReplyDelete
  17. Hearts & Crafts BoutiqueMarch 10, 2013 at 6:35 PM

    I use ACV as a toner for my skin. I use a mixture of 3 parts water to 1 part ACV and put it on cotton balls and dab on my face. It helps even skin tones. I LOVE IT! I've been using it for at least 6 months and will never use anything else!

    New follower from Marvelous Mondays Linky Party. Hope you can stop by my blog and follow me back.

    Phylicia
    http://heartsncraftsboutique.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  18. suzyhomemakerMarch 11, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    I try to remember to take it in the afternoons for a bump in energy. I haven't been lately, but this post reminds me. I think I will focus on it this week.

    ReplyDelete
  19. AnonymousMarch 11, 2013 at 2:46 PM

    Awesome post. I will definitely try your Apple Cider Viniagrette.

    ReplyDelete
  20. AnonymousMarch 11, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    I love Bragg ACV, I take it daily & so do all my kids & they ask for it if they are feeling bad.
    We also use it for skin care, deodorant, as conditioner (no poo) etc, it is a top 10 item in our house. Visiting from in & out of the Kitchen

    ReplyDelete
  21. Jenny LynnMarch 12, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    I started drinking it in the morning and evening to treat a sinus infection. Cleared it right up without having to go to the Dr. I now drink it every morning. Looking forward to following you and learning more.

    ReplyDelete
  22. UnknownMarch 12, 2013 at 8:46 AM

    Somewhere in the back of my mind, I remember reading this. I will have to give it a try. I am especially interested in the benefits for the stomach!

    Thanks for sharing this at the In and Out of the Kitchen link party! You know I love seeing everything you bring to the party!

    Cynthia at http://FeedingBig.com

    ReplyDelete
  23. With A BlastMarch 12, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    I like using Apple Cider Vinegar, but had no idea there were so many uses for it :-) Thank you for linking this at the ALL MY BLOGGY FRIENDS party !

    ReplyDelete
  24. UnknownMarch 12, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    I keep reading about the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar-- I really do think I need to start taking some! Especially if it can add in weight loss.....as I am at a loss as to how to get my body to drop any weight :-)

    Thanks for linking up to our healthy tuesdays blog hop- you always share such interesting ideas, I love reading your posts!
    Kerry from Country Living On A Hill

    ReplyDelete
  25. Helen @ Blue Eyed Beauty BlogMarch 12, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Visiting via I Gotta Try That. I'm now following your blog via GFC! :)

    Helen
    Blue Eyed Beauty Blog

    ReplyDelete
  26. BeccaMarch 12, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    Gonna check out the apple cider vinegarette recipe. Thanks for sharing at A Humble Bumble :)

    ReplyDelete
  27. AnonymousMarch 12, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Great post!

    I mix 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar with 1 tbsp. my dad's raw honey in about 3 ounces of water and drink it a few times a week.

    Nice for your skin.

    ReplyDelete
  28. Crystelle BoutiqueMarch 12, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    Go apple cider vinegar! I usually make kind-of an energy drink out of it with lemon and cranberry juice. Powerful stuff!

    hugs x
    Crystelle
    http://www.crystelleboutique.com

    ReplyDelete
  29. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 8:36 AM

    Hi Mary! My dad drank that vinegar/honey/water combo when I was growing up! I think your Apple Cider Vinaigrette sounds good. Thanks for sharing at the Rock N Share.

    ReplyDelete
  30. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 2:38 PM

    Hi! Found you on Family Home and Life blog hop. Thanks for sharing this. I am diabetic so I may give this a try. My husband has gout and for a while was "drinking" apple cider to help with his gout. Now following via GFC.

    Jackie
    www.thenonmarthamomma.com

    ReplyDelete
  31. Yolanda RonaldoMarch 13, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    I have wanted to try apple cider vinegar for a while now!
    I can't wait to read more of your lovely blog!

    Thanks for linking up with Inspired Tuesday this week :)

    ReplyDelete
  32. Sonny GMarch 14, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    I ordered mine last week and so excited about it finally arriving.

    your newest follower..

    also from research I have done- the acv w/mother combined with vit d and magnesium is more benefical toward ultimate overall//mind body spirit// health than words can express~!

    your newest follower
    Sonny

    ReplyDelete
  33. Lisa LynnMarch 15, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Great advice! Thanks for sharing this on The Creative HomeAcre Hop! Hope to see you this Sunday at:
    http://www.theselfsufficienthomeacre.com/2013/03/the-creative-homeacre-hop-7.html

    ReplyDelete
  34. UnknownMarch 16, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Thanks for sharing this post at Repurposed Ideas Weekly. Just started trying apple cider vinegar daily. I recently used it for a yeast infection with excellent results. My husband started trying it too for better digestion.
    I heard it increases your metabolism. I hope it works!

    ReplyDelete
  35. Desirae RMarch 18, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    Thanks for sharing! I have never used it myself, but we always used it in the pet store if the animals were sick and it worked wonders

    ReplyDelete
  36. UnknownMarch 18, 2013 at 3:46 PM

    I wanted to let you know that this post was the Top Voted link at last weeks In and Out of the Kitchen link party! I can't wait to see what you bring next week!

    ReplyDelete
  37. AnonymousAugust 26, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  38. UnknownSeptember 22, 2013 at 4:36 AM

    Apple cider vinegar is my favorite and I really like to have it with my recipes most times. The usefulness of Apple cider is enormous. But I really don't know about the benefits about such vinegar you've shared here. It's great to read this blog post. Thanks.
    balsamic vinegar benefits

    ReplyDelete
  39. AnonymousOctober 11, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  40. UnknownMay 14, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    You have shown many useful information about vinegar. Thanks for telling us.

    ReplyDelete

Please do not leave links in comments.
They will be deleted.

Thank you for visiting Back to Basics and taking the time to comment! Have an awesome day!
-Mary