Uses For Organic Apple Cider Vinegar You May Not Know

Not only is organic apple cider vinegar a kitchen staple but it is also loaded with many health benefits. But did you also know that there are many different uses for apple cider vinegar that you may not know? It can be used for preserving food, cleaning products, improving skin function, washing hair, making salad dressings, sauces and much more.

Did you also know that apple cider vinegar was used as a form of medicine as far back as the ancient times? Hippocrates, also known as ‘the father of modern medicine’, would prescribe mixing honey with apple cider vinegar for treating different types of illnesses in Greece around 400 BC!

Here are some unique ways you can use apple cider vinegar that you might not know:

• A weight-loss aid

Apple cider vinegar can be used as a weight-loss aid because it can help you to feel full. There have been studies which show that when consuming apple cider vinegar, it can help you to eat fewer calories due to feeling fuller quicker. This can result in reducing belly fat and helping one to lose weight.

• A great all-purpose cleaner

As an often popular choice, apple cider vinegar is a great natural alternative to using many commercial cleaning products. The reason for this is due to the antibacterial properties it contains. To make your own natural all-purpose cleaner at home, simply mix half a cup of apple cider vinegar with one cup of water!

• A better way to boil eggs

Many of us have experienced the difficulty of boiling or poaching eggs. However, using apple cider vinegar is a great way to make boiling and poaching eggs easy. Adding a little splash to the water when boiling or poaching will make the whites of the egg firm up much quicker, resulting in the eggs retaining their shape.

• Great for rinsing your hair

For a great way to detangle, add shine and remove any build-up of product from your hair, apple cider vinegar is ideal. Just mix one tablespoon of water with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Rub the mixture through your hair for a few minutes and then wash it out. Because the vinegar can be quite acidic, try making a weaker solution if you have sensitive skin.

• Making homemade sweets and cakes

Even though it can taste quite bitter and acidic, did you know that organic apple cider vinegar is great for baking with? It is widely used as a popular texture and flavour enhancer when baking, especially when baking vegan recipes which cannot include eggs. It is great for enhancing and adding extra flavour to homemade caramel. Instead of adding a vinegary flavour, it just cuts through the extreme sweetness of the caramel.

• Make your own natural mouthwash

If you are tired of using harsh commercial mouthwashes, try making your own natural mouthwash with apple cider vinegar instead! It contains antibacterial properties which can help with eliminating bad breath. To avoid the risk of the acidity of the vinegar causing damage to your teeth, just make a mixture using one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar with 240ml of water.

• Lowering your blood sugar levels

Apple cider vinegar has been known to assist people suffering from diabetes to control and maintain their blood sugar levels. Some studies have even highlighted that drinking apple cider vinegar after consuming a high-carb meal can significantly reduce blood sugar levels. It can also improve the body’s sensitivity to insulin by up to 34%. But if you are currently taking diabetic medication, it is best to consult with your doctor before incorporating apple cider vinegar into your diet.

• Great for pickling and preserving food

As with many other types of vinegar, apple cider vinegar is very effective at preserving and pickling food. In fact, people have been using apple cider vinegar to pickle food for thousands of years! This is because it makes the food more acidic. This acidity deactivates the enzymes in the food, killing any bacteria which will cause spoilage.

• Lowering the risk of cancer

It is widely claimed that consuming apple cider vinegar daily can help to lower one’s risk of cancer. There have been many test-tube studies conducted which have shown apple cider vinegar to kill cancerous cells. Other studies have also linked apple cider vinegar to lowering the risk of developing oesophagal cancer.

• Great for soothing a sore throat

The next time you are suffering from a sore throat, just make your own home-made remedy! It is thought that the antibacterial properties in apple cider vinegar will kill off any bacteria that is causing the throat to be sore. Be sure to dilute a mixture of about 1 teaspoon vinegar into a glass of water.

In summary

As you can see, organic apple cider vinegar is very versatile and has many different uses. Keep an eye out for a bottle the next time you are shopping and try out some of these uses today!

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