Bragg’s Raw Apple Cider Vinegar looks gross and smells terrible… and you want me to put that where!?
It may sound like we’re crazy, but Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) has amazing healing qualities and it’s all natural. Valley is here to tell you how to use ACV for results that those expensive pills and creams can’t give.
Clear Skin
You might want to close your eyes and plug your nose for this one, because you’re about to put it on your face. ACV balances the pH of your skin, which can reduce oil and stop flaking skin, all while cleansing the skin, which can stop breakouts cased by bacteria.
Find a container (preferably a small bottle) and pour 1/3 parts ACV and 2/3 part water into the bottle. Remove your makeup at night, whether that’s after cleansing or using wipes, then, grab a cotton ball and squirt a quarter-sized amount onto a cotton pad. Rub that all over your face, avoiding the sensitive areas such as around the eyes, and you’re done!
Weight Loss
ACV reduces sugar cravings, which promotes fat loss. Also, supplementing with the acetic acid found in ACV reduces body fat, which also promotes weight loss. This obviously doesn’t supplement regular diet and exercise, but it goes hand-in-hand with it.
Whitens Teeth
Store bought teeth-whitening kits contain a lot of chemicals, and sometimes make your gums hurt after application. The pH of ACV can remove stains from your teeth naturally! For this natural remedy, take your finger and rub ACV across your teeth for one minute, and then rinse your mouth out thoroughly with water.
Detox
ACV helps balance your body’s pH and allows for cardiovascular stimulation and bowl motility, which helps with digestion. It is also a liver and lymphatic tonic, which is the main detoxifier. Drinking ACV every day can act as your go-to detox routine!
Fight Mucus
With cold and flu season quickly approaching, this is an important step to fight off sinus problems. ACV breaks up the mucus in your body and supports drainage, all while supporting the immune system and clearing out your sinuses. Grab a large glass of water and put two tablespoons two to three times a day to fight off sinus infections and other sinus issues!
Sore Throat
Instead of loading your body with chemicals from throat lozenges, trying desperately trying to dull the aching in your throat, use ACV instead. It’s loaded with vitamins, probiotic boosting acetic acid, and bacteria fighting properties, so it’s perfect for stopping your sore throat in its tracks. Take two tablespoons of ACV in one large glass of water two to three times a day.
Tips
- Try drinking the Apple Cider Vinegar after eating a meal or a snack. Because it’s so acidic, it may cause some mild nausea and stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach.
- Add a little bit of honey to make it taste a little better.
- Make sure your ACV bottle says “organic” and “raw.” These kinds of ACV contain all the natural ingredients that your body needs to help with everything listed above.
- It may take a little bit of time to see results, so stick with it!
Consult your doctor before changing your diet or health routine.
