Did you know that drinking one cup of apple cider vinegar every day can help you lose weight, fight disease, and even make you more alert? According to researchers, the benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar go beyond its tart taste. In fact, drinking vinegar — specifically, raw, unpasteurized (unpasteurized) vinegar — has been found to have a number of beneficial effects.
In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about the health benefits of soaking in apple cider vinegar, which type is the healthiest, and which type is the healthiest. We also share several recipes that will help you get started soaking in vinegar.
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What are the health benefits of soaking in vinegar?
If you’ve been looking for a way to get more fiber into your daily diet, you’re in luck. Fiber is important for a healthy digestive system and bowel movement, but it can also help with constipation and can help prevent cancer. One study even found that people who drank two glasses of vinegar each day experienced a 43% lower rate of colorectal cancer than those who didn’t drink any vinegar.
And if you’re looking for ways to lose weight, soaking in vinegar might be a good option. The acidity of vinegar can help break down fat more quickly, which could result in a smaller weight loss.
What are the health benefits of drinking raw vinegar?
When you drink raw vinegar, you’re helping your body break down and eliminate more nutrients from your system. This process of digestion is called hydrolysis. Plus, raw vinegar is much more potent than store-bought vinegar — it’s about 5 times as potent as store-bought vinegar!
Because it’s not been treated with chemicals, you get all the health benefits of raw vinegar:
- It’s low in sodium.
- It’s full of vitamins and minerals.
- It’s a good source of natural oils.
- It’s a diuretic (eliminates more water from the body).
- It stimulates the gallbladder (acts as a diuretic).
- It increases bile production.
- It’s a good source of dietary minerals.
- It’s a natural source of organic acids.
- It’s a good source of dietary fiber.
Raw, unpasteurized vinegar has been found to have a number of benefits
But why stop there? Here are a few more benefits of drinking vinegar that are less obvious:
It can help with: Hangover symptoms, Acidity, Weight loss, Kidney, Liver disease, Metabolic syndrome, Acne, Skin conditions, Hormonal imbalances, Colonic disorder, and Excessive urination
It can prevent: Bacterial infections, Cholesterol, Colds, Sinus infections, and Travelers’ diarrhea
It can treat: Hangover symptoms, Cholesterol, Bacterial overgrowth, Acne, Hormonal imbalances, and Metabolic syndrome
Why is it so important to drink apple cider vinegar?
Healthy living is all about balancing your diet with exercise. And eating healthy does not mean you have to buy prepared foods or nutritional supplements. You can actually make many of the food items you eat at home using healthy ingredients.
Here are a few benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar:
- It helps with digestive system problems including acidity, constipation, and heartburn.
- It can treat metabolic diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, and Baron-Esmann syndrome (BES).
- It can also treat hiccups and gymnosporiasis (a parasite infection).
- It has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with arthritis, gout, and psoriasis.
- It can treat League of Red Diaper Crabs (Lidocaine Dysentery).
- It lowers blood pressure, improves liver and pancreatic function, and normalizes the levels of niacin in the body.
- It helps with liver and pancreatic diseases, reduces inflammation, and increases bile acid secretion in the body.
- It’s a natural source of dietary fiber, helps with digestive system conditions, and is a diuretic (eliminates more water from the body)
- It’s a rich source of vitamins and minerals and a good source of dietary fiber.
How to Soak in Apple Cider Vinegar?
Here are a few ways to soak in apple cider vinegar:
- Make a batch of green soups. You can add apple or vegetable bouillon or even nutritional yeast to make a fiber-rich, healthy soup.
- Add a tablespoon of olive or coconut oil to a small pot and bring to a low simmer. Add 1/4 cup of soaked almonds or walnuts, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and 2-3 drops of liquid turmeric. Simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the oil is peanut-buttery soft.
- Make a batch of baked goods. You can also add almond milk, oats, or any type of milk to make a fiber-rich, healthy baked good.
- Make a batch of soups. You can also add a cup of water or a cup of rice to a large pot and bring it to a low simmer. Add 1/4 cup of almonds, 1/4 cup of walnuts, 2-3 drops of liquid turmeric, and 1/4 teaspoon of cumin. Simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the nuts are soft.
- Make a batch of salad. You can also add a cup of water or a cup of rice to a large bowl and then drizzle with 1/4 cup of almonds, walnuts, or cashews. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 2-3 drops of liquid turmeric. Leave on the side for a couple of hours, or until it’s time to serve.
Bottom line
The health benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar don’t stop with just one cup a day. In fact, researchers recommend drinking one cup of vinegar every day for the rest of your life.
If you’re not already a vinegar drinker, we highly recommend starting with just a cup. You’ll be surprised how quickly you’ll become a convert.
And remember: Don’t skimp on the salt. It’s an important seasoning that helps with flavor and texture.