Aug 04 2008
The Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
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You’ve probably heard of Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar. But, do you know what all the talk is really about?
This murky brown vinegar, the one with the sediment in the bottom of the bottle, is the vinegar that has been used for hundreds of years largely for medicinal purposes.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is made from nutritious organically grown apples and retains many of the fruits’ beneficial components because raw apple cider vinegar is not pasteurized. And in its two fermentation processes, it produces enzymes and life giving nutrients that make apple cider vinegar the powerhouse it is.
What Is The Difference Between Clear Vinegar & Raw Apple Cider Vinegar?
Clear vinegar has none of the benefits of raw organic apple cider vinegar. Through its processing and distilling, it’s been stripped of everything beneficial and can be detrimental to your health due to the fact that it is dead instead of alive.
Only raw organic apple cider vinegar has the “mother of vinegar” that makes the vinegar so beneficial. The “mother” is made up living nutrients and bacteria. You can actually see it settled in the bottom of the bottle like sediment.
What Can Raw Apple Cider Vinegar Do for Me?
Beneficial ingredients in raw apple cider vinegar give it its power to make us feel better, look better and feel energized. Just look at some of the beneficial ingredients in raw apple cider vinegar:
- Potassium - helps to prevent brittle teeth, hair loss and runny noses.
- Pectin - helps to regulate blood pressure and reduce bad cholesterol.
- Malic Acid - gives ACV the properties of being anti-viral, anti-bacterial & anti-fungal.
- Calcium - helps create strong bones and teeth.
- Ash - gives ACV its alkaline property which aids your body in maintaining proper pH levels for a healthy alkaline state.
- Acetic Acid - It appears that this acid slows the digestion of starch which can help to lower the rise in glucose that commonly occurs after meals.
A Few Benefits of Raw Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of Raw Apple Cider Vinegar mixed in 4 ounces of purified water after a meal has been used as a natural remedy for heartburn and as a replacement for toxic heartburn medications.
- Raw Apple Cider Vinegar may help improve bowel irregularity, thereby removing toxins from the body at a faster rate.
- Helps clear up skin conditions and blemishes giving a smoother texture and complexion.
- Apple Cider Vinegar helps to break down fats so that your body can use them rather than store them. For this reason, many diets include ACV in their regimen.
- On a small scale, ACV was studied by researchers at Arizona State University. The preliminary study was published in the Diabetes Care journal. It reported that ACV helps reduce levels of glucose.
Raw organic apple cider vinegar is even good for pets. It has been used to help control fleas and even promotes a healthy shiny coat.
How Do I Take Raw Apple Cider Vinegar?
Mixed with another powerhouse of beneficial goodness, organic honey, apple cider vinegar can be a tasty treat with very healthy benefits. This is a great drink for fast energy. Remember, the mother of vinegar will settle at the bottom of the bottle between uses. Be sure to shake the bottle well before pouring to include these healthful ingredients. In a large pitcher, add together:
- 2 tablespoons of Raw Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 gallon of purified water
- Organic raw locally harvested honey or agave nectar to suit your taste
Organic raw honey or organic agave nectar is a great addition because of their health giving properties. They can help improve your energy, strengthen your immune system, and much more. And they taste great.
You can also find apple cider vinegar in tablet or capsule form. However, I do not recommend these sources because they are a dried source and not living as the liquid is.
Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is very strong so I always recommend diluting it with water. A good ratio is 1 tablespoon per 32 ounces of water for general use.
My Personal Recommendation
I personally use Bragg’s Unfiltered & Organic raw apple cider vinegar on a daily basis. I would recommend this brand of apple cider vinegar over any other brand currently on the market. In fact, I keep the bottle you see on the right, both at home and at work.
August 4th, 2008 at 5:05 pm
It’s weird, because I just recently learned about the benefits of apple cider vinegar. My aunt told me to try the exact product you have listed above… and I have no complaints. The main benefit I’ve personally experienced, is that my skin looks alot better than it ever did.
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» Linda replied on October 22, 2008 at 7:07 am:
I use apple cider vinegar daily. It really makes your skin shine.
Linda.
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August 7th, 2008 at 5:02 pm
Apple Cider Vinegar or ACV has been around for a long time yet many doctors do not prescribe it for ailments that it is perfectly capable of treating.
I think the simple reason might be that medical doctors are more apt to prescribe medicines than natural remedies.
Pharmaceutical companies spend a lot of money getting their medicines and pills approved and they certainly wouldn’t want you using the inexpensive, unpatentable alternative of ACV instead of buying their expensive cures and treatments.
The only thing I have against apple cider vinegar is the taste, I do have a hard time consuming it.
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August 9th, 2008 at 6:20 pm
My parents raised us on this wonderful remedy. My Dad would take it every day. He looks very good for 84. It has been 48 years of consuming this product.
It was always used if you ate something that may have been bad. Saved a lot of people’s lives when they are some bad fish. Plus if you are getting sick, it may stop the flu.
There are a lot more things that it is good for but would take a lot more space.
It is the old time remedy for many things and very inexpensive for what it does.
I use Manuka Honey with it for a drink.
Glad you are promoting this product.
Love your website.
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August 12th, 2008 at 10:15 am
I have never used apple cider vinegar before, but I remember my grandma always used to have it in her kitchen.
After reading the article, I am surely going to make sure I always have it around too. I really didn’t know how useful it was.
Thats for posting that. Great Article!
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August 13th, 2008 at 10:53 am
What a wonderful post thanks for the info doc! Here are some more health benefits of apple cider vinegar other people may not know about:
Some of the many nutrients that ACV contains are calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and phosphorous. ACV also contains pectin which reduces cholesterol, lowers blood pressure and eases constipation. The potassium in ACV provides better hair, teeth and nails, prevents cramps and helps detox .
Another notable benefit of Apple Cider Vinegar is weight loss, because it helps break down fat, controls blood sugar levels and helps stabilize appetite.
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August 14th, 2008 at 6:57 pm
I recently started using Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar after reading some of the Bragg books. It truly is amazing stuff. Combined with Oxypowder and several strands of Probiotics it really alleviates many of the digestive problems I was having. I make sure it is the first thing to touch my stomach when I wake up in the morning. It creates more stomach acid throughout the day when taken this way. I think that it is truly a miracle medicine. There is a reason many healers in history used this medicine as a staple in their patients treatment.
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August 15th, 2008 at 10:05 am
wow. i’m truly amazed… I never thought about using raw apple cider vinegar for health reasons. I’ve always been told that raw apple cider vinegar is good for cooking, but I’m amazed at the vast amount of health benefits of apple cider vinegar!
thank you.
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August 20th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
It can also help with Gout! Who knew?
http://www.hsibaltimore.com/ealerts/ea200402/ea20040223b.html
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August 24th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
I heard about braggs acv from girls at work and how great it was for indigestion. I started using it 2tbls in water 3 times a day and it is GREAT. No more indigestion , i go to bathroom regularly and most of all i can,t believe my clothes are getting looser. I looked at this website to see if there were weight loss benefits to taking this drink and found out it was. Im telling everyone about this its great and i do agree that braggs is the best.
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August 28th, 2008 at 9:05 am
I would like to know the approximate quantity of apple cider vinegar to ingest each day for my arthritis and for my general health.
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on August 28, 2008 at 9:58 am:
If you can intake 3 tablespoons daily I would say that is plenty.
Dr. G
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September 3rd, 2008 at 12:47 pm
ACV is also excellent for inflamationa and joint pain. I use it regularly for both as well as weight control. I have been using it for about 15 years and am sold on it’s benefits.
MR
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September 4th, 2008 at 6:57 am
I’ve always heard that ACV is good for acid reflux, but I’ve never tried it. After reading this post, I went to the grocery store, but they didn’t carry Bragg’s. So, I need to find a better source.
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» $teve replied on September 25, 2008 at 8:47 pm:
GNC has it
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September 9th, 2008 at 8:21 pm
Thanks for clarifying that this helps us to be more alkaline.
I was confused, thinking- vinegar is acidic- so I stopped taking it for a while.
I’m so glad you cleared that up. I actually like to “take it straight” - a real eye opener in the AM. Stay away from toothpaste first.
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September 18th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
Hi Dr. G
I was wondering what your thoughts are on Atmospheric Water Generators. I have recently purchased one from http://www.ecoloblue.com .. any thoughts on water quality for health etc?
Plus for anyone out there i’d like to recommend a “toothpowder” that I just got into made with Himalayan salt, Xylitol, baking soda and essential oils….. but if you like Industrial waste and heavy metals you should stick with fluoride toothpaste of course
Thanks
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» Charles replied on September 18, 2008 at 6:23 pm:
oops heres the link
http://www.natural-salt-lamps.com/tooth-powder.html
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September 28th, 2008 at 2:52 am
I am a 47 years old male. I am not even sure if this is related, but it is the only difference that I can track in my life style since the change took place. I noticed an increased libido like never before. I did not even have to try, it was just there, and the only reason I could relate to is ACV. Once again, I am not sure if it is even related, but I had to document it for the records.
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October 3rd, 2008 at 8:21 am
Every morning when I get up I have 1 tablespoon of Braggs ACV and 1 tablespoon of raw honey mixed in a cup of warm water. Is this enough to help lower my chlosterol? I have been taking this since June 21, 2008 and will have my blood tested December 15, 2008.
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on October 6, 2008 at 8:43 am:
Mary,
Cholesterol is manufactured in the Liver and high cholesterol levels indicate a poor functioning Liver so I would also complete 3 liver and gallbladder flushes as well as continue with the ACV and Raw Honey.
Thanks Dr. G
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October 7th, 2008 at 9:38 am
It has been said that the raw-unfiltered organic apple cider vinegar has potassium in it. I have a bottle of Bragg’s organic vinegar in my home. I read the Nutrition Facts on the side of the bottle and it reads “Potassium Daily Value 0 mg and 0%. If it in fact has potassium, why is it not listed on the bottle?
Thanks for any help.
LindaMay
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on October 9, 2008 at 2:08 pm:
Linda,
Thank you for your email! I am not sure why your bottle would suggest this, the Braggs website actually shows the following facts about Apple Cider Vinegar:
http://bragg.com/products/acv.html
Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar
pH = 3.075
Concentration/Strength = 63 grain
Acetic Acid = 5.14 %
Potassium = 11mg/Tbsp. <2% DRV / RD
Bragg Vinegar
Ingredients: Certified Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is unfiltered, unheated, unpasteurized and 5% acidity. Contains the amazing Mother of Vinegar which occurs naturally as strand-like enzymes of connected protein molecules.
Information:
Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is made from delicious, healthy, organically grown apples. Processed and bottled in accordance with USDA guidelines, it is Certified Organic by Organic Certifiers and Oregon Tilth; and is Kosher Certified. Bragg Organic Raw Apple Cider Vinegar is full of zesty natural goodness. It’s a wholesome way to add delicious flavor to salads, veggies, most foods, and even sprinkle over popcorn.
Apple Cider Vinegar has been highly regarded throughout history. In 400 B.C.
the great Hippocrates, Father of Medicine, used it for its amazing cleansing and healing and energizing health qualities.
INTERNAL BENEFITS:
* Rich in enzymes & potassium
* Natural antibiotic germ fighter
* Fights E Coli and other bacteria
* Helps control and normalize weight
* Helps improve digestion assimilation
* Helps relieve arthritis stiffness
* Helps relieve dry sore throats
* Helps remove body sludge toxins
As you can see, they do suggest that there is Potassium = 11mg/Tbsp, this is 2% of the Daily recommended value.
If you feel you have a defective bottle, I may suggest that you call Braggs, there phone number is as followed:
Call us toll free at:
1-800-446-1990
Please let me know if I can help you further.
Take care and be well!
– Dr. G
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» LindaMay replied on October 13, 2008 at 12:06 pm:
Dr. G,
Thank you for your reply and all the information.
I did call the 800 number, the women I spoke with said it was simply a misprinted lable. She gave me the same info/nutrition facts you gave me.
Thank you so much for your time.
LindaMay
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October 9th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
does the ACV have to be organic for weight loss or is regular ACV ok
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October 11th, 2008 at 8:02 am
I take about 2-4 tablespoons of ACV as soon as I get up every morning. When you wake up in the morning, your stomach is most likely empty and has been for hours. During this time your stomach produces acids.
The ACV completely neutralizes those acids in your stomach to prevent acid reflux, as well as settles your stomach altogether. This is just one of the benefits of ACV.
I’m always researching healthier ways to eat, workout, and exercise geared towards anti-aging and overall improving the quality of life. I’m 35, and on most days people who don’t know me very well think I look like I’m in my early to mid 20s. ACV is definitely part of my daily routine.
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October 16th, 2008 at 9:09 pm
I have heard apple cider vinegar can interfere with some medications. Would this be true of birth control?
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October 19th, 2008 at 7:57 pm
Hello Dr. Group I am having some reservations about acv, mainly in terms of how it is made. Is not the whole process of fermentation and adding water actually bad? Also, one can’t really drink more than four tablespoons of this stuff without getting a stomache ache, should this not be seen as an indicator of something bad. Why not just put apples in a blender (vita mix) with water and drink?
I like you really try to keep the supplements in my diet as well as the stuff I eat as natural as possible. I rarely take supplements unles they are not in their natural form: grounded up hemp seed powder, flax seed meal, hemp seeds , pumpkin oil, raw honey, flax oil, hemp oil, bee pollen; and I really stay away from products that have names that I can’t pronounce in the ingredients, as they are probably not natural and can do more harm than good, i.e. anything in a pill, but I was really curious as to your oregano oil and aloe vera.
I would first like to ask you a question on the aloe vera juice. I have stuggled for many years to try to find a truly natural juice that does not have a preservative such as citric acid or some sorbate or something along those lines, and some even still carried the organic name. Does the product on your site carry any of those preservatives? And if not, how does it stay fresh, as I was once told it was impossible for aloe vera not to go bad.
In terms of the oregano oil, how is this actually made, and how does it get its organic label. I mean what I would actually look for something along the lines of taking the oregano plant and somehow getting the oil without adding any chemicals, is this how this oil is extracted? And why can’t one just the drops in water and drink?
Sorry for all the questions but I just want to make sure about how natural the products are before I take the plunge in including them in my routine. Thanks again
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on November 3, 2008 at 12:40 pm:
Thank you for your questions! I’m sorry for my delay in responding. I have included the questions you asked so that reviewing the answers will be easier.
Q. I am having some reservations about ACV, mainly in terms of how it is made. Is not the whole process of fermentation and adding water actually bad?
No. The process of fermentation is not inherently bad. In the fermentation of organic raw apples, the apples are crushed and put into wooden barrels. Bacteria and yeast do the work. The benefits we reap come from the acetic acid that forms and the mother that remains in the unfiltered, raw apple cider vinegar. The mother contains the pectin, minerals and enzymes of apples. These powerful nutrients present many benefits for your health. The acetic acid that’s present is responsible for the sour taste of vinegar; and it plays a vital role in the process of energy release from carbohydrates and fats.
Q. Also, one can’t really drink more than four tablespoons of this stuff without getting a stomach ache, should this not be seen as an Indicator of something bad.
As with many things, too much of a substance can be dangerous or damaging. After all, too many vitamins or minerals can harm or kill you. It doesn’t make the substance bad. The problem may be related to how you administer it. Diluting apple cider vinegar with purified water can make it easier on your stomach. It’s also safer for your teeth because the acid is very strong and can be destructive to tooth enamel if taken straight.
Q. I would first like to ask you a question on the aloe vera juice. Does the product on your site carry any of those preservatives? And if not, how does it stay fresh, as I was once told it was impossible for aloe vera not to go bad.
R Pur’s aloe vera juice contains sodium benzoate which is a preservative which occurs naturally in blueberries. It is the reason for R Pur Aloe Vera Juice’s shelf life.
Q. In terms of the oregano oil, how is this actually made, and how does it get its organic label. How this oil is extracted?
Oregano oil is an essential oil and has to be extracted from the dried, flowering tops of the herb by steam distillation. The herbs are organically grown, free of pesticides, herbicides and genetic modification. Our high-quality Oregano Oil undergoes rigorous testing and meets the standards of the USDA National Organic Program.
ECOCERT SA Organic Certification # 1848TR0600z2e
Q. And why can’t one just the drops in water and drink?
You can actually do this. However, our oregano oil is quite hot and could irritate your throat. Our suggestion to put oregano oil in capsules is to prevent irritation to your esophagus, as well as to ensure easy dosing. It’s easier to dose when you put the oil into a capsule; there is no chance of the oil adhering to the container holding the water.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Take care and be well!
- Dr. G
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October 21st, 2008 at 10:15 am
Can I use ACV While breastfeeding?Is it safe
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on October 22, 2008 at 9:03 am:
My wife used ACV before and during both pregnancies and while breastfeeding both of my children.
– Dr. G
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October 29th, 2008 at 5:30 pm
I am convinced about the health benefits of ACV but I am concerned that it will harm my teeth. Do I have reason?
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» Dr. Edward Group replied on October 30, 2008 at 10:41 am:
Charlene,
I would not worry about your teeth as long as you are diluting the ACV in water- I use 1-2 tablespoons per 32 ounces. If you drink it straight it may affect your teeth unless you drink through a straw.
Thanks, Dr. G
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November 5th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Where can I find raw organic apple cider vinegar?
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November 6th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
i have a few acquired allergies, it seems, the older i’ve got. i am 45 and I have cats around me . does acv help w/allergies/ respiratory ailments? i have just began using acv because of the many health benefits…
how long before i might notice any improvements?
does it by chance reverse the signs of aging (i.e. wrinkles)? i have read that it is very good for the skin, hair, nails, bones, etc…
thanx for your time!
Bec
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November 6th, 2008 at 7:36 pm
Bid advocate of ACV since 2002. Love this site,very beneficial. Can’t say enough about this stuff. Been using Bragg’s. Biggest benefits, weight loss, great skin, boundless energy. I am 38 and most people think I am 25-29.
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November 13th, 2008 at 11:11 am
I am trying this because I have acid reflux. My stomach burns every morning when I get up and through out the day.
I could stand to lose some weight as well. Maybe it will help my insulin resistance too.
I’ll let you know.
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