"Apple Cider Vinegar is hands down our favorite remedy for stopping most allergies like pollen, dander, dust, animals food, etc. We aren't kidding! We wish more people knew about this amazing home remedy for allergies.

We have found that when apple cider vinegar is taken either as a daily tonic or at the first sign of an allergy (i.e., sinus headache, stuffy nose, watery eyes), one can completely stop the histamine response or allergic reaction.

There are a couple ways you can drink apple cider vinegar. One way is to put 1/8th cup ACV in 16 oz of water and sip it throughout the day. The other method is to gulp the mixture at once. Depends on your preference, really. Sometimes you just have to take this dosage once to stop the allergy and sometimes you need to take it up to three times a day. If taken at the onset of symptoms, allergies will usually disappear between 1 -3 hours after taking the first dose of Apple Cider Vinegar. If you've been experiencing allergies for a day or more, your symptoms will disappear after about 24 hours. If they don't, make sure you continue to take water/vinegar mixture for several days! The great thing about apple cider vinegar is that it appears to repair the immune system over time. So while you may take it every day for a month or two to begin with, you can taper off it and then only take as needed.

Go to the Apple Cider Vinegar READER FEEDBACK!"

05/04/2011: Aricegirl from Woodstock, Ct replies: "can you take the apple cider vinegar straight, without dilluting it? while it may be hard to get down, it is less to swallow. Is there any harm in doing this? Or is there any harm in dilluting it in less water so you can get it down in just a couple of gulps? I have had seasonal allergies for 13 years and the OTC meds are no longer working so I am giving this a try. I also use a netti pot, which helps but does not resolve all the allergy symptoms."

03/17/2012: Nisha from Los Angeles, Ca replies: "If you drink the ACV straight, it will be very harsh on your throat. I recommend drinking 1 - 1.5 spoonfuls of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a mug of hot water (don't boil the ACV in the water, or it will no longer be raw) with. 5-.75 teaspoon of raw, unheated honey. Raw, unheated honey also has anti-allergenic properties. You can add a little squeeze of lemon juice too. This is actually a really gentle way to drink ACV."

03/21/2012: Anthony from Melrose Park, Il replies: "I take a tsp straight, leave it in my mouth and swallow some ice water all at the same time. Can't even feel it go down that way."

04/25/2012: Marlee from Arizonia replies: "Is there an age requirement for this? My Daugther suffer from allergies and she is only 8 yrs old. Is it safe for her as well?"

08/31/2012: Melanie from Johannesburg, South Africa replies: "We have a mug of this every morning and it actually tastes delicious! I put 1 Tbs raw ACV in a mug, then half fill it with hot water. I add 1 teaspoon of raw honey and mix it up. Then I top it up with cold water and finally, the part that makes it taste delicious, I add a dash of ground cinnamon! It makes it taste like apple crumble in a mug! And we never have allergy issues because we start every day off with this drink. Highly recommend it to anyone!"

03/29/2013: Andy from Virginia, Us replies: "Does it have to b raw and unfiltered ACV or can the regular store bought kind have similar properties.. Also is this good for children in smaller doses? I have a 7 year old with allergies"

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Apple Cider Vinegar Treatment for Allergies

Home Remedy Ingredients

• Apple Cider Vinegar - 1 teaspoon up to 1 tablespoon
• Filtered Water - 8 oz
• Local Honey - optional

Mix 1 tsp unpasteurized apple cider vinegar in 6-10 oz water. Drink this ACV tonic slowly. Start with one teaspoon and built up to as much as two tablespoons. You can add a touch of raw local honey as well for added effect. It may take a few weeks for you to see results as your body builds up an immunity.

10/27/2011: Matt from North Haven, Connecticut, Usa replies: "How can you people tolerate it? I just tried it and I nearly puked. I still feel queasy. I have heard much praise about this treatment and I would like to try it but I do not understand how I can improve the taste."

12/10/2011: Billie from Melbourne, Australia replies: "Hi Matt..
I found the best way to take it is as follows.. In a large glass add the below then top up with hot water and let it all brew for a few minutes before drinking.
1 tbsp ACV
1 tsp Manuka honey

half lemon squeeze

1 teabag of peppermint

1 teabag of rosehip

I drink it this and have done for abut 5 yrs... even my husband likes it this way and drinks it all winter to avoid getting sick...

I call it my magic long life potion :-)"

05/27/2012: Deb from Vancouver, Canada replies: "I find the easiest way to take it is, put the amount on a spoon, pour it in your mouth but do not swallow, take a glass of water or juice if you prefer and while you still have the ACV in your mouth take a drink of the juice, mix it around in your mouth with the ACV and swallow, voila, done!!! I actually like the flavor so I can take it right off the spoon, but it can burn your throat that way so it's best to mix in some water or juice."

11/05/2012: Henny from Manawatu, New Zealand replies: "Is it safe to take Apple Cider Vinegar during pregnancy? I have a very bad Hayfever for the last 3 years and lost my sense of smell. Had many medication but none work. I am really desperate for cure."

11/05/2012: Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa replies: "Hi Henny, Yes, it is safe to take apple cider vinegar during pregnancy. It can help gently detox and it will keep you alkalized which is a healthy thing for you and the baby. Another problem that can arise during pregnancy is constipation so it can help keep you regular and promote digestion. Another issue during pregnancy is heartburn as the pregnancy proceeds and you get bigger. ACV can help with that as well. You mention your allergies but nothing about actually being pregnant. ACV would be a healthier, safer and natural alternative over medications, that's for sure! Of course, whoever attends to your pregnancy, you can run this by them. Hope this info helps, Lisa"

08/30/2011: Nina from Malma, Sweden replies: "I myself have suffered from allergies in the past and found that cleansing the liver has helped tremendously. It came buy chance when I started taking protein powder(whey protein) which is supposed to help the liver detox. It also increases glutathion in the body which is a master antioxident. Turmeric seems to work in the same fashoin. Read up on turmeric here at earth clinic and you can see that some people who took it got rid of there allergies. Turmeric also known as curcumin also increases glutathion in the body. Might be worth a try and you probably already have some in your pantry just waiting .

Good luck!"

08/30/2011: Klraine from Memphis, Tn replies: "Hi,

I was wondering the same thing because I started taking it myself. I was looking through earlier posts on the subject and came across this. Perhaps this concentration would be easier to take? Just a thought!

For daily maintenance, weight loss and pH balancing, we now suggest the following:

2 teaspoons of organic apple cider vinegar
16 ounces of water
Sip, don't chug!
We suggest 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in 16 ounces of water that you'll sip throughout the day, rather than drinking the whole concoction at once 3 times a day. You will be keeping your pH in a constant, alkalized state by sipping this highly diluted dosage. Usually 1-2 tall glasses of the concoction are all you'll need each day.

If you drink a lot of water throughout the day, consider adding just a splash of apple cider vinegar to your glass/container each time you fill it up, rather than drinking the one, 16 oz glass of Apple Cider Vinegar and water mentioned above.

Hope this helps you tolerate it better!"

09/09/2011: Pamm from Birmingham, Alabama replies: "To Stacieann from Springfield,

The reason you started experiencing stomach problems, Reflux, Gerd is because of too much Stomach Acid. Apple Cider Vinegar is mostly used to replace people with Low Stomach Acid, However To Reverse The Problem You Take Baking Soda in Water. Then after your Gerd Is Better start back slowly add baking soda to your mix of Apple cider vinegar in more water. Years ago when I started this same thing happened to me, and since I have done extensive research on Low stomach acid and Gastritis (high stomach acid) So your allergies is due to the way you eat most everyone's is including mine & bad eating causes low stomach acid so that is why the ACV worked in the beginning however if taking too much you can actually get too much acid in your stomach & can cause more problems. You need to Akaline your body. I also found that taking a Digestive Enzyme before I eat helps my allergies. Look Up Hydrochloric Acid you will see Apple cider vinegar is used to raise your stomach acid. Too much and you will be miserable. ACV is a good remedy for lots of things got to take it slow and alternate days when you take it and sip it with lots of water throughout the day. Good Luck! "

09/02/2011: Daphne from Ashburton, Nz replies: "I also suffered for a long time with the same allergy symptoms to hayfever, itchy eyes, ears, runny nose, eczema but found I have a gluten allergy. If you stop all foods containing gluten for even two weeks you will know after one week if gluten is a problem for you. Manufacturers put glucose in a lot of foods and often don't list if it comes from wheat or corn. I find I am very allergic to glucose from wheat. ACV does not like me either :( but may try the liver cleanse and see how that works for me. Good luck with your search."

03/04/2012: Robbie from Thomasville, North Carolina replies: "You can get gluten free ACV at walmart :P"

06/29/2011: Diane from Los Angeles, California Usa replies: "If the Apple Cider Vinegar doesn't work for you have you thought of pulling all carpet from your house and not having pets in the house? Even some wood floor products as well as carpet could have Formaldehyde or other chemicals "even glue" in their product YOU could be allergic to.

You would have to contact the store or the seller you purchased the product from about what their product is made of. Or be tested. The safest floor products in regard to allergies is Linoleum. (I read this) And keeping the floors clean of dust or dirt.

Eliminating pets or flooring worked for an acquaintance of mine who is way better now."

06/29/2011: Diane from Los Angeles, California Usa replies: "Sorry I meant to write:

Eliminating pets and all carpet from a friend's house stopped her sinusitis and her son's hives! When nothing else helped!"

[YEA]  06/15/2012: Kat from Auburn, Alabama, Us replies: "My husband has had severe allerigies his entire life. Non-stop rumbling in his ears, his nose would drain if he leaned his head down, dizziness, etc, etc. Every year it became worse and every year he would take otc meds or prescriptions consisting of steroids and antibiotics. The relief from these was very minimal if noticeable at all. On the 3rd day of taking 1.5 tsps of ACV 3 times a day, he began to notice a difference. He's stayed with this for the past 3 months and the effects continue to grow. He has more energy, lost weight (also due to the acv), and is 99% allergy free. I have never seen anything work so wonderfully. Last year we also had issues with staph and within 3 days of applying acv, it would be gone. I am a complete believer in all-natural cures from here on. Thank you so much Earth Clinic for your site!!"

[SIDE EFFECTS]  03/23/2011: Chloe from East Greenwich, Rhode Island replies: "Hello Everyone! Just chiming in with something I've discovered. I'd always wondered why 'Apple Cider Vinegar' was not the miracle for me as it is has been for so many others.

My first clue begins with a sesame tahini sauce I like to make with apple cider vinegar, water, salt and cayenne pepper added to a big salad.

After eating this, I never connected my racing pulse to anything in particular.

Many times my cheeks would even flush! I've always used the _____'s organic brand too.

Anyway, my intuition told me that maybe I should leave the vinegar out of my recipe next time and see what happens. Lo and behold, no racing pulse. I still did not connect this to an allergy though.

Then, today, I come across an e-book by Dr. Coca called the "The Pulse Test". In it, he explains that EVERY single time a person consumes something they are allergic to, their pulse will be higher than normal. This book was written in 1956! Why didn't I know about this method before?

Thinking back, I can clearly remember my pulse racing after certain meals... But who would have thought Apple Cider Vinegar could be one of the culprits!I do not eat dairy or wheat of any kind... but it might be time to also give up the Quinoa too, since ALL grains can expose you to cross-contamination issues.

This E-book is now considered public domain.

I have posted it online for all of you to read freely, where it describes the simple method to determine all of your food allergies once and for all and give your poor immune systems a break! :-)

www.curezone.com/ig/i.asp?i=51495
I sincerely hope this helps someone out there!

EarthClinic ~ would you kindly cross-post this to the section on Apple Cider Vinegar and any other relevant categories?"

03/23/2011: Bess from Calgary, Alberta, Canada replies: "Thanks Chloe! I just downloaded the e-book, The Pulse Test. What an interesting subject. As soon as I'm finished reading it, I'll test the theory. It certainly makes sense! Thanks again."

03/23/2011: Michelle from Cambridge, Cambs / Uk replies: "Dear Chloe, you don't have to give up quinoa as it is a fruit, not a grain. God bless. Mic"

11/03/2011: Sarah from Dallas, Tx replies: "To Stephanie from Philadelphia, I used to be sneezing my head off out of the blue too. Then I figured out that it was always when I was near my house plants, and the worst attacks would be the day after I watered them. It was the mold that was in the houseplant dirt. This might be one of your allergens. If so, and if you don't want to get rid of your plants, I've found that it helps a lot to add some tea trea oil to the plants' water before you pour it on them, and then water them as seldom as possible--only when they begin to look like they're missing water."