Talk to your healthcare provider to discuss the potential benefits and how it might fit into your treatment plan.
One theory is that it may block the activity of an enzyme that converts starchy foods into glucose.
This slows the release of blood sugar into the bloodstream.
Therefore, taking apple cider vinegar before a carb-heavy meal may help prevent blood sugar spikes.
Apple cider vinegar may also help lower insulin levels and improve cells' response to this blood sugar-regulating hormone.
Lower Cholesterol
Apple cider vinegar also shows promise for lowering cholesterol levels.
Weight Loss
Apple cider vinegar may help promote weight loss.
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Most experts recommend stirring 1-2 teaspoons in water and drinking it before a meal.
you could add a few drops of honey to make it more palatable if it’s too sour.
It’s important to dilute apple cider vinegar when consuming it.
If it is too concentrated, the acids can erode teeth enamel and may burn the throat or esophagus.
However, the acetic acid in the liquid can be harmful in concentrated or large doses.
Additionally, supplements and gummies made with apple cider vinegar are not regulated and should be used with caution.
Apple cider vinegar is an old remedy that contains acetic acid and other health-promoting compounds.
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