Keeps You Slim! Studies show that Apple Cider Vinegar helps regulate your blood sugar levels. This is an essential component of getting and staying lean! If your blood sugar levels are spiking and plummeting – simple starches like white bread, and sugary snacks will cause this – your body will store fat and increase your risk for diabetes and heart disease.
It Keeps Your Body Balanced It’s super important to get your body back in balance if you enjoy coffee and the occasional cocktail! The acetic acid in ACV balances your PH to help keep your body alkaline. Why is this awesome? A balanced, more alkaline body means better immune function and increased energy! Yes, vinegar is acidic, but don’t let that mislead you ~ the effect of this vinegar on your body is extremely alkalizing. The same is true for lemons & limes
helps with diabetes and blood sugar control. Carol Johnston, PhD, directs Arizona State University’s nutrition program. She has been studying apple cider vinegar for more than 10 years and believes its effects on blood sugar are similar to certain medications.
“Apple cider vinegar’s anti-glycemic effect is very well documented,” Johnston says.
She explains that the vinegar blocks some of the digestion of starch. “It doesn’t block the starch 100%, but it definitely prevents at least some of that starch from being digested and raising your blood sugar,” Johnston says.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Digestion
“Apple cider vinegar’s anti-glycemic effect is very well documented,” Johnston says.
She explains that the vinegar blocks some of the digestion of starch. “It doesn’t block the starch 100%, but it definitely prevents at least some of that starch from being digested and raising your blood sugar,” Johnston says.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Digestion
If you drink apple cider vinegar with a starchy meal, then the starches you don't digest will feed the good bacteria in your gut, Johnston says.
Davis recommends using unfiltered apple cider vinegar, “the cloudy kind, where you can see a blob in the bottle.”
That blob is known as “the mother,” and it’s full of probiotics and other beneficial bacteria. “This kind of vinegar can support immune function and, for some people, even help with constipation,” Davis says.
Tips on Taking Apple Cider Vinegar
Don't drink it straight. It’s so acidic that it could harm your tooth enamel and your esophagus.
Don't use a lot. “Dilute 1 to 2 tablespoons in a big glass of water, and sip it along with your meals one or two times a day,” Johnston says.
Don't drink it straight. It’s so acidic that it could harm your tooth enamel and your esophagus.
Don't use a lot. “Dilute 1 to 2 tablespoons in a big glass of water, and sip it along with your meals one or two times a day,” Johnston says.
Zingy Cranberry Cocktail
unsweetened cranberry juice helps eliminate bloat and keeps you from getting UTI's (urinary Tract Infections)
1-2 Tbs. Apple cider vinegar (like this)
2 Tbs. Cranberry Juice (like this)
1 1/2 C. Water
1 TBS. maple syrup, stevia, honey, or coconut nectar
Stir together and drink.
Note: I love the addition of cranberry. Cranberries are loaded with antioxidants. They also are beneficial to urinary tract, digestive, and heart health.
Lemon Pick-me up!
Lemon wakes up the senses and gets you going for the day!
1-2 TBS Apple Cider Vinegar
2 TBS fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup, stevia, honey, or coconut nectar
1 1/2 C. Water
Stir together and drink
The FIERY FAT BURNER
Cayenne naturally raises the body temperature and acts as a natural fat burner!
INGREDIENTS
1 - 2 Tbsp raw apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1-2 wedges)
1 Tbsp maple syrup, stevia, honey, or coconut nectar
¼ tsp freshly grated ginger
Dash cayenne pepper (Make it as hot as you can stand!)
1 1/2 cups water
INSTRUCTIONS
Mix ingredients in a glass or small jar and add about an ounce of warm water. Drink all at once before eating in the morning.
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