Bad breath?
Excess pounds?
Sunburn?
Flaky scalp?
Did you know you can treat all of these things and more with something that you probably already have in your kitchen?
There are many ways to use apple cider vinegar (ACV) beyond making salad dressing and coleslaw.
Check out these 8 ways to use apple cider vinegar.
1. Gut Health
Adding apple cider vinegar to your diet can add the good bacteria that your body needs and improve your digestion.
2. Treat Dandruff
Not only is dandruff annoying, but those little white flakes are embarrassing. To treat dandruff with apple cider vinegar, mix equal parts ACV and water in a spray bottle. After shampooing your hair, spray the mix on your hair and let sit for 15 minutes then rinse.
3. Treat Sunburns
Did you get a nasty sunburn after spending the day at the beach? Grab the apple cider vinegar. Add 1-2 cups of ACV to your bath water and relax for 10 minutes to relieve your discomfort.
4. Natural Antibiotic
Raw, apple cider vinegar can be used as a natural antibiotic thanks to its medicinal properties. It works as an antibacterial and can treat inflammation and infections. ACV can be used to kill several types of bacteria.
It can also be used to treat nail fungus, ear infections, and warts. To treat warts, soak a cotton ball in one part water, and two parts apple cider vinegar, apply to the wart, and cover with a band-aid.
5. Hello Pearly Whites
Are your teeth not as white as you’d like? Brighten your smile with apple cider vinegar.
Dab some ACV on your finger and rub on your teeth. You can also dilute the ACV with water and use it as a mouthwash.
Tip: Do not use on teeth often as it can break down tooth enamel.
You can also soak your toothbrush in apple cider vinegar to remove tartar stains and buildup.
6. Bye Bye Bad Breath
Embarrassed to stand too close to someone because you are plagued with bad breath? Gargle with half a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with water to help combat bad breath.
7. Lower Blood Sugar Levels
Over 100 million Americans have either diabetes or pre-diabetes. Apple cider vinegar can help lower blood sugar levels for diabetics as well as those who want to regulate their blood sugar levels.
Taking two tablespoons of ACV before bed has been shown to lower blood sugar levels by 4% the following morning.
8. Restore pH Balance in Skin
Apple cider vinegar is acidic. The acid alkalizes the body and helps balance the pH. It can do the same for your skin.
You can use ACV as a natural astringent. Dilute the ACV and dab on your skin with a cotton ball or clean washcloth. It can also be used to treat acne.
Enjoy All the Health Benefits!
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