10 benefits to improve your health…
Health fanatics are devout apple cider vinegar consumers – and for good reason! But they are quick to tell you that not all apple cider vinegars are made equal. The power of the multiple health benefits lies in the vinegar being raw, unfiltered, unpasteurised and containing the “mother”. The “mother” consists of strands of proteins, enzymes and good bacteria which gives the vinegar its cloudy colour and is what makes apple cider vinegar so good for you.
For those not in the know of why taking a daily dose of 1-2 teaspoons of Heritage Apple Cider Vinegar in a glass of water should be mandatory for your overall health, here are 10 reasons why.
1. Weight loss
Various health studies show that obese people experience decreased abdominal fat, waist circumference, and overall body weight when regularly consuming apple cider vinegar. Besides weight loss, consumption of acetic acid also prevents fat build-up.
2. Lowers blood sugar
Another great benefit of consuming unfiltered raw apple cider vinegar is blood sugar regulation. Naturally the body produces insulin to regulate the amount of sugar in the blood. Apple cider vinegar has anti-glycemic effects, which means it improves hormone sensitivity. People who struggle with hormone resistance could benefit from taking apple cider vinegar with breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
3. Lowers cholesterol
Apple cider vinegar has the power to decrease bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol at the same time. People who are advised to lower their low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels and raise their high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol-like those who suffer from diabetes – can benefit from taking apple cider vinegar. It’s always advised that anyone with existing health issues should first speak to a health practitioner before making this change in their diet.
4. Assists with constipation
If you suffer from constipation and would like to promote normal digestion and regularity using a natural solution, try two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with a glass of water. Water-soluble fibres, like pectin, assist with bowel movements, and because apple cider vinegar contains this polysaccharide, it helps to treat constipation.
5. Increases energy levels
Intense exercise or excessive stress can trigger a build-up of lactic acid in the body, leading to feelings of fatigue. With its amino acids, enzymes, and potassium, apple cider vinegar can help restore vitality.
6. Soothes sunburn
A natural astringent, apple cider vinegar soothes the pain and speeds up the healing process for sunburnt skin. Additionally, the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar helps ease itching and inflammation.
7. Cleans wounds
Research has shown that the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar is capable of killing around two dozen different bacteria causing infection, making it a great option to eliminate infection in wounds. Simply dilute apple cider vinegar in water and apply on the wound.
8. Reduces itching of insect bites
Apple cider vinegar can help with bug bites by mitigating the pain, specifically itching and burning. Apple cider vinegar is also a natural disinfectant, so if you’ve been scratching your bite, vinegar can help. For extended relief, soak a cloth in a mix of cold water and vinegar, then apply to your skin.
9. Removes odour from smelly feet
Apple cider vinegar has the antimicrobial potential to help eliminate bacteria, and with it the odour. Soaking your feet in a solution of a 1/3 cup of apple cider vinegar in a basin of water could help to get rid of the smell.
10. Gets rid of leg cramps
The minerals in apple cider vinegar not only help with pain, but they can reduce the intensity and frequency of leg cramps in general. When a cramp strikes, sip a glass of warm water with two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. You can also add a bit of honey. Drink it slowly, and the pain should recede in minutes.
While there are many apple cider vinegar brands available these days, few can compare to the premium quality and claims of being 100 percent pure and 100 percent locally produced – like Heritage Apple Cider Vinegar. Not only does Heritage Apple Cider Vinegar contain the juice of their very own home-grown quality apples with nothing else added except time, but the slow fermentation process done onsite at Heritage Farm significantly increases the quality and great apple taste in the final product.
Heritage Apple Cider Vinegar retails at about R110-R140 a bottle and is available nationally on Takealot.com, or from The Daily Bagel in Mount Edgecombe.
For direct sales and enquiries: sales@heritagefarm.co.za.
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