Apple Cider Vinegar, raw, organic, unfiltered

What is raw, organic, unfiltered, Apple Cider Vinegar?

Raw, organic, unfiltered, Apple-cider vinegar, is less acidic than wine vinegar and therefore, easier to digest. It is rich with essential nutrients such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, beta-carotene, thiamin, vitamins B, C, and E, and pectin.

Unlike white vinegar, apple cider vinegar is a light yellow-brown color and is often sold unfiltered and unpasteurized with a dark, cloudy sediment called mother of vinegar (consisting mainly of acetic acid bacteria) settled at the bottom of the bottle.

Unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar is sold in health food stores, online and in some grocery stores.

Although other types of vinegar -- such as white vinegar, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar and rice wine vinegar -- are used mainly in cooking, apple cider vinegar is used primarily for health purposes. Hippocrates was said to have used it as a health tonic and ancient Greek soldiers are said to have used it to combat indigestion, pneumonia and scurvy.

It has been in use for ages as it has many healing properties. Researchers have shown that its regular intake can relieve fatigue and help lower cholesterol levels by purifying the blood and preventing clots, thus helps relieving circulatory disorders.

Cider vinegar is an all-around remedy for ailments affecting the skin, heart, and digestive system. Cider vinegar is also a widely used natural remedy for dermal problems and irritations, such as calluses, sunburns, insect bites, and dry and itchy skin. It is also used to reduce fever...

INTERNAL BENEFITS:

Rich in enzymes & potassium
Support a healthy immune system
Helps control weight
Promotes digestion & ph Balance
Helps soothe dry throats
Helps remove body sludge toxins

EXTERNAL BENEFITS:

Helps maintain healthy skin
Helps promote youthful, healthy bodies
Soothes irritated skin
Relieves muscle pain from exercise

Here are some ways to use Apple-cider vinegar:

To lower cholesterol level: Mix 3-4 spoons of vinegar in a glass of water and drink it early morning or before meals.
To relieve fatigue and feel energized: Drink a glass of warm water, mixed with two teaspoons of cider vinegar and 2 teaspoons of honey, twice a day.
To reduce fever: Mix equal parts of cider vinegar and cold water in a small basin. Dip a piece of cloth or face towel in the mixture, wring it out, and place it on the forehead of the feverish person. Repeat when the cloth loses its coolness. This method can also be applied to help relieve sunburned or mildly burned skin.
To relieve dry and itchy skin: Use equal parts of cider and vinegar as a rinse. This solution can also be used directly on the scalp before a shampoo to treat dandruff.
To soften corns and calluses: Dip a piece of gauze in cider vinegar and apply it on the affected area. Let the vinegar soften the skin overnight by taping the gauze in place.

Page updated May 5, 2010