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In India,
Ayurvedic physicians prescribe apple cider vinegar in combination with
the herb Gotu Kola to help in the revitalizing of the skin.
Indians have been known to consume apple cider vinegar in
combination with honey to improve digestion.
It contributes greatly to
the breaking down of food in the body and also prevents harmful bacteria
from multiplying. Even respiratory infections can be kept at bay, sore
throats improve, and nasal discharges decrease. |
The benefits of apple cider
vinegar have been proclaimed by the ancient Egyptians and have been
traditionally used by them to treat ailments of all kinds. In fact they
believed apple cider acted as a tonic improving the circulation and flow
of blood. Apples are allowed to ferment and this fermented fruit acid,
which is loaded with pectin and minerals like potassium, chlorine,
magnesium, sodium and calcium, seems to be a panacea. In addition it
contains vitamins and beta-carotene. In fact experiments have proved
that it contains carbolic acids, aldehydes, ketones, alcohols and
acetates also. It is no wonder than that the health benefits of apple
cider vinegar are infinite. Pectin in the apples is a fiber, which
attaches itself to cholesterol globules, and when combined with the herb
centella aids in getting rid of bad cholesterol and helps in regulating
blood pressure. This fruit acid is often used by some as a final
hair-rinse.
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A look at how the minerals contribute to the overall health of a person
is very fascinating. The potassium present in apple cider vinegar is
vital because it helps to remove the excess water and also the toxic
waste. The excess of sodium is also drawn out and it helps to regulate
blood pressure. Calcium, which is important for the bones and for
combating osteoporosis, is an important constituent of apple cider
vinegar. The beta carotene actually is supposed to help people to retain
their youth longer as it counters effectively the damage made by free
radicals.. |
The virtues of apple cider vinegar seem to extend itself beyond normal
peripheries. Every constituent seems to play an important role. The
malic acid and acetic acid present help to combat fungal and bacterial
infections and relieves painful joints. The malic acid dissolves the
deposits of uric acid, which form around the joints, and slowly pushes
the acid deposits out of the body. It seems to even have some effect on
viruses. The amino acids present in apple cider vinegar act as an
antibiotic and an antiseptic. It has been known to drastically reduce
the toxicity in the body. This is because the acetic acid is able to
form acetate compounds, which are not so toxic. This property makes it
very useful while treating insect bites and skin allergies.
Arthritis has plagued people for centuries and apple cider combined with
centella actually relieves pain due to arthritis. By Strengthening
arteries and assisting in healing of wounds, improving skin lesions and
reducing the effects of varicose veins, apple cider vinegar has been
elevated to the status of a total health benefit product. It reduces
stress and tension and revitalizes the body. The health benefits of
apple cider vinegar just cannot be ignored.
Apple cider vinegar speeds up metabolism especially when taken regularly
before meals and if used in conjunction with a sensible diet and
exercise program it can be a powerful aid in keeping your weight under
control.. Apple cider vinegar has less salt, less sugar and less fat,
helps in digestion and helps in the metabolism of food. If the metabolic
activity increases, then more food is used to get energy and less of it
is stored as fat. So if you want to lose weight, use apple cider
vinegar.
Possibly what contributes to the all round potency of apple cider
vinegar is the number of enzymes and organic acids produced during the 2
fermentations. apple cider vinegar is claimed to be a natural multi
vitamin and mineral treasure house. Even Hippocrates—the father of
medicine acknowledged the wonderful healing properties of apple cider
vinegar.
~ author
Lata Batra..
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