Bragg organic apple cider vinegar is unfiltered, unheated and unpasteurized with a 5% acid potency. This essential vinegar is raw, naturally gluten-free and Certified Non-GMO.
Apple cider vinegar is the #1 vinegar darling among health nuts for its extensive list of benefits! It’s been a common home remedy for everything from acne to stomach aches for over one thousand years.
Find out more about what all the healthy hype is about:
Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Potassium pro: Apple cider vinegar is high in potassium, which helps muscles relax and rebuild. Drinking an apple cider vinegar mixture before bed may be beneficial for those who exercise regularly or struggle with restless leg syndrome.
Antibacterial / antibiotic agent: The acidic properties of apple cider vinegar make it a helpful home antibiotic/antibacterial remedy for treating some internal and external conditions. Externally, apple cider vinegar can help clear up acne if applied topically. When consumed or gargled, apple cider vinegar can help limit bacteria growth and ease some symptoms of a sore throat or common cold.
Stabilizes blood sugar: Apple cider vinegar has been shown to help keep blood sugar levels balanced. A study by Arizona State University found that individuals with type 2 diabetes showed lower blood sugar levels before bed if they consumed two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar is thought to be the source of the antiglycemic effect.
Anti-inflammatory properties: Apple cider vinegar can help decrease inflammation, especially in the skin. It contains alkaline PH which can prevent excess acidity in the blood, and Vitamin C which is both anti-inflammatory and stress-reducing.
Energy-boosting: Potassium and other enzymes in apple cider vinegar can combat fatigue and boost energy. Stress and regular exercise can build up lactic acid in the body, which contributes to a lethargic feeling. Drinking apple cider vinegar with water, juice or iced tea can reverse a fatigued state.
Helpful for weight loss: Suppress appetite, limit bloating and increase your metabolism with a daily dose of apple cider vinegar. Acetic acid is behind the weight-loss-friendly metabolic effect.
Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar
To ease a sore throat: Mix a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with warm water to make a folk remedy throat gargle. The antibiotic and acidic properties of apple cider vinegar help to minimize germ growth.
As a topical toner: Apple cider vinegar’s antibiotic properties have propelled its status as a popular home treatment for acne. Dilute apple cider vinegar with a few drops of water and apply directly to the face after washing.
As an indigestion inhibitor: A common folk remedy for indigestion: add two generous spoonfuls of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink prior to having a rich or spicy meal. Despite the acidity, it’s believed the vinegary concoction helps ease digestion. Apple cider vinegar is also said to contain pectin, which can help ease intestinal spasms.
To treat stuffy sinuses: Similar to the above throat treatment, drinking a mix of water and apple cider vinegar is believed to be a helpful shot in the arm for the common cold. Apple cider vinegar contains potassium which breaks up mucus. It also contains acetic acid, which kills germs.
To minimize dandruff: Spritz diluted apple cider vinegar onto the scalp to decrease dandruff. Acidic apple cider vinegar changes the scalp’s PH, which can make it harder for the yeast that causes some dandruff to grow.
To combat bad breath: Whether you’re averse to using an alcohol-based mouthwash or simply don’t have one on hand, apple cider vinegar can be an antidote to unseemly breath! Gargle with apple cider vinegar (straight or diluted) to cancel out the bad-breath bacteria.
