Apple cider vinegar is one of the rare all-natural products with various uses – in your beauty routine, around the house, or as part of your everyday wellness habits.
There are many home health and beauty recipes you can prepare with this type of vinegar, so a little sip can go a long way.
A bottle of apple cider vinegar costs only about $2. We present you with 17 reasons to always keep apple cider vinegar in your pantry.
17 Ways People Use Apple Cider Vinegar
1. Hiccups
You may no longer have to ask a friend to scare you, or hold your breath, when you have hiccups. Some people swallow one teaspoon of this vinegar and say its sour taste helps the annoying hiccups pass.
2. Upset Stomach
Prepare a mixture of 1 or 2 tablespoons of this vinegar in some water, and take a sip the next time your stomach feels unsettled. Many people use apple cider vinegar to soothe an upset stomach and intestinal spasms.
3. Bad Breath
No one wants to have bad breath, but if you do, gargling with this vinegar might help. A mixture of some water and half a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar may help you freshen your breath. Rinse your mouth with plain water afterwards, since vinegar is acidic and can be hard on tooth enamel.
4. Indigestion
Apple cider vinegar may help when you don’t feel so well after eating heavy food, such as Chinese food. If you know that you’ll eat some anyway, drink a mixture of 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon of honey, and a glass of water about half an hour before eating.
5. Exercise Exhaustion
After a gym workout, soreness and fatigue are common. Some people add 1 tablespoon of this vinegar to the water they drink after their workout.
6. Sore Throat
Whenever you feel you’ve got a sore throat, you can gargle with a mixture of ¼ cup of warm water and ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar every hour. Many people find this soothing. If the sore throat is severe or lasts more than a few days, see your doctor.
7. Hair Care
This vinegar is a popular hair rinse. To prepare a homemade hair product, mix 4 cups of water and 1/3 cup of vinegar. Pour it over your hair after you have shampooed it and leave it on for a couple of minutes before rinsing with cold water. Many people say it leaves their hair shiny and easier to comb.
8. Cholesterol
According to a Japanese study, daily consumption of half an ounce of this vinegar may help support healthy cholesterol levels. Further research is needed, and it does not replace any medication your doctor has prescribed.
9. Sunburn
We do recommend using sunscreen, but in case you get a little sunburn, some people dab diluted apple cider vinegar on the affected area to soothe the skin.
10. Stuffy Nose
Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid and potassium. Whenever you have a stuffy nose, you can try drinking a mixture of a teaspoon of vinegar with a glass of water, as many people do.
11. Skin Toner
Diluted apple cider vinegar is a popular natural toner. Many people use it to care for acne-prone skin, soften and exfoliate the skin, and support the skin’s pH balance. Always dilute it and test it on a small area first.
12. Weight Management
According to Reader’s Digest, the acetic acid contained in apple cider vinegar may support the metabolism and help you feel full. Moreover, some scientists suggest that this vinegar interferes with starch digestion in the body, so fewer calories enter the bloodstream.
13. Ear Discomfort
Very often, ear infections can be painful and difficult to deal with. A traditional home recipe is to mix equal amounts of apple cider vinegar and water, or rubbing alcohol, soak a cotton ball in it, and hold it at the opening of the ear for about 5 minutes. Ear pain and ear infections should be checked by a doctor, so do not put anything in your ear without medical advice.
14. Warts
Apple cider vinegar is also a popular home remedy that may help in cases of warts. Soak a cotton pad in apple cider vinegar and place it onto the wart. Secure the cotton pad with a bandage and leave it overnight. Some people repeat this for a week; results vary.
15. Sore Muscles
Rub several teaspoons of this vinegar on the affected areas several times a day. Many people use it for sore muscles after the gym or a cold.
16. Joint Discomfort
Some people consume a small amount of apple cider vinegar every day when they have joint pain because of gout or arthritis joint pain. It is not a treatment for these conditions, so follow your doctor’s advice.
17. Sleep
A combination of apple cider vinegar and honey is a traditional bedtime drink that many people use on restless nights and when dealing with insomnia. Take the mixture before bed and enjoy your sleep.
Tell us if you use apple cider vinegar in some other way!
Via A Sweet Pea Chef
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always talk to your doctor about any health concern.