Apple Cider Vinegar
May 27, 2020 | by Sravani Pathakamuri | Posted in Nutrition Facts
Apple Cider Vinegar is made up of fermented apples and water. Apple cider vinegar contains almost 5% of acidity. Distilled vinegar looks very clear from transparent bottle. Apple cider vinegar is a common ingredient in food dressings, flavorings, and preservatives. It is also being used in home dishes for some health benefits.
As 5-6% of Acetic acid is added to vinegar, it gives vinegar its strong sour smell and flavor. We all know that, any food consumed in excess amounts can cause side effects. likewise consuming apple cider vinegar in high amounts than required will definitely cause side effects and many harm your health.
As the vinegar is generally acidic, it may cause gastric problems, so you be careful while consuming if you had any health problems. But it is said to have adorable benefits in weight loss.
Benefits
- Control Blood Sugar Levels
- Help PCOS
- Aid In Weight Loss
- Improves Digestion
- Used To Treat Sore Throat And Varicose Veins
- Kill Harmful Bacteria
- Reduce The Risk Of Cancer
Vinegar also contain polyphenols which may helps to stop the cell damage that can lead to other diseases, like cancer. Apple cider vinegar has various health benefits, including antimicrobial and antioxidant effects. As bacteria is added during fermentation process.
Apple cider vinegar is an alcoholic beverage. A good quality apple cider vinegar contain small amounts of potassium, amino acids and antioxidants but don’t contain many vitamins or minerals. Apple cider vinegar contains potassium which helps to break up mucus in the body and clearing the lymph nodes. Thus, it cleans all toxins from the body.
Side Effects
- Tooth Decay
- Gastric Problems
- Low levels of potassium
- Drug interactions
As apple cider vinegar is acidic in nature, it can cause tooth decay. Daily consumption of this may cause loss lo tooth enamel. Drinking direct vinegar without mixing water, some digestive problems may suffer you.
Did You Know ?
An amazing tip about apple cider vinegar is that, it can also helps to reduce dandruff. Generally, apple cider vinegar is suggested to take about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) per day mixed with (100 ml) water. If taken in excess amount at a time you may suffer nausea. As apple cider vinegar absorb slowly, its better to drink before meals or right before bedtime which may benefit your blood sugar levels the most. As apple cider vinegar contain acetic acid, it may help to dissolve kidney stones and reduce the pain caused by the stones.