8 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

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A dose of apple cider vinegar (ACV) could keep the doctor away because of its many health benefits. It is made from apples going through the process of becoming hard cider that turns into the vinegar. According to Body + Soul, ACV is considered a "superfluid" due to its wide range of uses for the body. To get the best results, Top 10 Home Remedies recommends using raw, organic, and unfiltered apple cider vinegar.

Here are eight reasons to keep apple cider vinegar in the kitchen:

1.)  Control Appetite and Cravings

Apples contain pectin, and so does apple cider vinegar. Pectin is a substance that can make you feel fuller and sated, according to VegKitchen.

2.) Helps with Tummy Issues

ACV contains antibiotic priorities. If you have an upset stomach brought about by a bacterial infection, drinking water with apple cider vinegar could help. According to Reader's Digest, you can try mixing one to two tablespoons in water or apple juice.

3.) Soothes Sore Throat

Drinking or gargling pure ACV could help in soothing sore throat, according to Live Strong. The strong vinegar solution contains antibacterial properties that could help get rid of the infections which causes swelling and pain. Make sure to wash out the vinegar by drinking water after every use.

4.) Treats Bad Breath

ACV contains digestive enzymes and is a natural bad breath remedy, according to Earth Clinic. Drinking or gargling ACV will freshen your breath and improve the condition of your digestive system.

5.) Clears a Stuffy Nose

According to CureZone, drinking ACV can help clear a stuffy nose and cure sinus infection. The solution contains acetic acid that prohibits bacteria growth and potassium which helps break the mucus in the body.

6.) Strengthens Immune System

Maintaining the body's ph level is important in keeping healthy. Drinking ACV, according to Healthy Reader, can help balance out the body's ph level to an alkaline state because certain bacteria and viruses tend to thrive in bodies with acidic ph levels.

7.) Fades Out Bruises

Have a nasty-colored bruise somewhere on you? Treat it by applying a cloth soaked in a solution of warm water and ACV on top of the bruise. According to Healthy Geeks, the anti-inflammatory properties of the vinegar will reduce inflammation and even fade away the color of the bruise.

8.) Treats Acne and Pimples

Using an ACV toner is an effective treatment for acne and pimples, according to Skinacea. ACV contains malic and lactic acids that can help tone the skin, reduce red marks, and even soften and exfoliate the skin.