Benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar on an empty stomach every morning

[rachelgalo]

Hi!!

I accidentally lock the topic about drinking apple cider and someone was asking what good it makes... here are some..

Better joint health and joint pain alleviation (good for arthritic pain)
Acid reflux and heartburn relief
Improved digestive health, including help with constipation
Weight loss
Reduced cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure
Sore throat relief
More energy
Youthful appearance and better condition of the skin
Remedy for bad breath
Reducing inflammation
Why is the combination of ACV & honey so successful?

The overwhelming benefits of the mixture can be explained by looking at their chemical properties and interactions with the body. Many experts believe that we become ill when our bodies turn overly acidic (pH below 7). Vinegar is naturally acidic, but when consumed, it turns alkaline. Honey, too, has a low pH, but raises the alkalinity of the body once eaten.

The two substances are a perfect way to get rid of excessive acidity (resulting from stressful lifestyle and unhealthy foods and drinks) and building an internal environment with a protective pH. Our bodies function at their best and healthiest when the body’s pH is approximately 7.4, so slightly alkaline.

Let's go for wellness.. have a nice day 

[vickysue]

I have wondered a lot about drinking it. Just don't know if I can get past the taste. Vinegar  has such a stong smell that it takes my breath away. I think I will get some ACV and try it. thanks for the hits. Can you add something to it in order to get it down easier?

[pattyfusion87]

I agree that cider vinegar has a lot of great benefits i just have a hard time trying to take it down. Just the taste itself is strong but neither the less i still like to try it out with other flavors that might help cut down the taste and make it easy for me to drink .

[hitch0403]

I enjoy the taste of vinegar but in the case of it being too strong i mix it with iced tea.I enjoy it and hopefully the benefits it provides help us all!!

[paints]

I mix a teaspoon of baking soda and a tablespoon of ACV to a glass of water.  Tastes like alka-seltzer.
Or you can add a tablespoon of honey to cut the vinegar taste.

I can't see drinking ACV straight. That's some nasty tasting stuff, all by itself.

[kellycarmi]

I wish I could drink it, I can't get near the outlet it smells so badly to me!

[rachelgalo]

i mix it with fresh lemons and organic honey...
great combinations for health wise reason

[ktheodos]

Good thoughts, thanks! I have been wondering what to possibly mix it with....

[luvh8tragedy87]

I'd like to add it's great if you have sinus problems. It really helps to break up the mucus. And I like to use it in my hair, it's really good for your scalp.

[melissajh44]

I actually do this every single morning (with baking soda as someone else mentioned). Glad to see others doing it too!

[froggylover227]

Yes, I have heard that apple cider vinegar works wonders for various ailments. I used to have terrible gall bladder attacks and read that apple cider vinegar would help calm it, although I never did try it myself. I didn't have the stuff in my house and sure wasn't willing to drive to the store in the pain I was in!

[ancmetro]

    I heard and read about the benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar. But I worry about the acidity and possible stomach ulcers. I usually add it to my meals.

[rachelgalo]

Hi ancmetro.. actually apple cider vinegar helps calm acid reflux... my acid is kinda active too specially in the morning but I don't get problem with it having to drink the vinegar... here is what my research said

One underlying theory here is that the acetic acid in vinegar lowers stomach acidity (increases its pH) since acetic acid is a weaker acid than hydrochloric acid. It is also believed that vinegar (acetic acid along with its acetate salt) may help buffer and maintain stomach acid at a pH level of about 3.0. In this milder acidic environment, the stomach can still efficiently digest food but it causes less problems with the esophagus and thus less heartburn.

Another theory contends that the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a pH sensitive valve.
When there is food in the stomach with insufficient acid present, the LES valve can periodically flop open, causing acid reflux.
Too little acid in the stomach may be caused by different factors, but one of the most common one is that, as we grow older, our body does not produce as much stomach acid.
As a result the LES valve, sensing less acid, periodically flops open causing acid reflux.
Drinking apple cider vinegar supplies the LES valve with the acidity it needs to function properly.

At first glance, vinegar and acid reflux might sound like an unlikely combination until you review the overwhelming positive testimonials published throughout the internet.

Indeed a recent survey on acid reflux conducted at the earth clinic web site ranked apple cider vinegar as the best of all the home remedies suggested to relieve the symptoms of occasional heartburn or acid reflux.

So what is acid reflux and how are vinegar and acid reflux related?

Acid reflux or heartburn occurs when strong stomach acid leaks back up into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube which carries food from your mouth to your stomach.
vinegar and acid reflux
When you swallow, a circular band of muscle around the bottom part of the esophagus relaxes to allow food and liquid to enter into your stomach.

Normally this muscle valve, called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), is closed and keeps the digestive acid and food inside the stomach where it belongs.

However if the LES valve opens when it shouldn't, hydrochloric acid from the stomach can reflux back and touch the lining of the esophagus.

This can cause a burning sensation in the chest or throat known as acid reflux or heartburn.

Most people experience the occasional episode of heartburn and although unpleasant, it is generally nothing to worry about. Frequent or constant heartburn however can be a serious problem and is the most common symptom of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD).

[appy9104]

I have seen Apple Cider Vinegar Tablets in the stores in with the vitamins/minerals.  Don't know how it would work compared to the real stuff but maybe an option for those who can't stand the taste and still want the benefits.

[rghvac69]

I've tried drinking ACV before but it upset my stomach.