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James (Pemberton, New Jersey) on 11/06/2006
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Apple Cider Vinegar has cured: varicose veins, weight lose, tendonitis, wrinkles. In April of 2005, I came across a booklet for ACV, at the time I was 50 years old I played sports in high school, a construction worker for 20 years and a mover for the last 15, so I have done a number on my body over the years. My daughter convinced me to start taking ACV... I have taken it everyday since! The health benefits have been many. The first thing I noticed was my hair and nail growth, doesn't seem like much but my hair was white and had no color, but was growing back in blonde! I thought that was amazing! Over all the years of abuse on my feet and ankles I had purple feet from the varicose veins, it really was a severe case, after two months of use my feet started to look clearer to me, but I wasn't sure so I started taking pictures....I now have NO varicose veins on my feet, legs or anything. In April of 2005 I was a size 38 pants, today I am a 32 pants. I have not done any extra exercise to achieve this, It simply melted the pounds away (I also have a six pack again). The ACV has given me a facelift, I do NOT look like I am 51! My wrinkles around my eyes have literally disappeared. My skin is tighter, firmer every where. I feel like a new man. Over the years while abusing my body in my everyday life (working) I developed new and painful body movements, aches where I never had before and eventually the Doc diagnosed me with tendonitis (really painful) in both of my shoulders, being a mover this isn't good for business, it really started hurting my paycheck (then I started the ACV). I really had not realized I stopped taking the naproxen the Dr. had prescribed until I went to see him for my physical. He asked me if I needed a new script, that's when I realized I used to live on those pills everyday and hadn't needed them once since I started taking the ACV, so I told the Dr. about the ACV he was awed, seeing the results for himself he decided to start taking it, in fact my Barber, Boss, Coworkers, Kids, Brothers and sister all now take it with health benefits of there own. I tell you I LOVE ACV it has changed my life and made me a new healthier man. I actually believe I have a long healthy life ahead. The recipe I use everyday is: 2 table spoons of ACV and 1 Tablespoon of honey. Add water to taste. I do this two times a day, everyday. Good luck to all in your journey to a healthier you!

Replied By Laurie (Sudbury, Ontario) on 11/29/2008

HI, I have decided to try the ACV for the first time. I mean 1000's of people cant be wrong. Great site.

Now I have been on it for about 2 weeks now (morning and nite) and havent seen any results , still have this pain in my right arm and havent seen my hair grow or my nails. This is what I want the most as my hair is very fine and never actually looks nice.

I used to use foligro long time ago, when you could buy the kit with the spray in it, today however you have to buy it seperately (money racket of course) and it costs about 100 or so a month. (cant afford it now) it did work it made my hair more curly and thickeer just a bit but after about 1 yr. Now of course its back to the same. So how long before this Acv remedy should start to work.

Thank you very much

Replied By Adr (Dayton, Ohio USA) on 01/04/2009

I have been reading a ton of websites for Homemade Shampoo Recipes. Every website or blog had recommended Rosemary. Research Rosemary online and find out all the benefits to it. I am switching from store bought shampoos to homemade baking soda and ACV and will be using the Rosemary oils for my hair. I have dark hair and natural body/curls so I am a little nervous. But I have read a couple of people who have the same type and have had no problem.

Replied By Robert (Manhattan, New York) on 02/27/2009

yes, I've heard that Rosemary was as good as some of the topical drugs prescribed for hair loss.. also GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) in the form of black currant oil or evening primrose oil can help the skin & hair. Take 500 mg of either twice a day. but be patient. You won't see results for six to eight weeks.

Replied By Kittie (Austin, Tx) on 09/25/2011

James, you are so right! Here's my experience: I am one year older than my sister and usually people believed we were twins. However, the past few years, people we meet have definitely pinpointed that I'm the older sister. Well, I started ACV in a glass of water about 3 years ago (1Tabsp mornings & before bed - 2 tabspoons give me a tummy ache). Wow! Like you, I have had so many positive changes that now people think I'm the younger sister. The most astounding thing I have noticed is a firming of my facial skin, particularily around my eyes. My body skin looks younger too & my cherokee cheek bones are coming back. PLUS, my joints don't hurt upon waking, sitting, or walking. AND, my hair is growing at an astonishing rate and my nails are stronger. I'm not seeing the weight fall off but I believe as a heavy woman with low muscle mass, if I concentrate on a lower carb diet & muscle toning, that will be accomplished too, though, I did lose an initial 5 lbs that I have not gained back. Because of my younger looks and energy, my sister and now my husband say they are willing to give ACV a try. Apple Cider Vinegar IS truly amazing!

Replied By Julienne (Rak, United Arab Emirates) on 11/10/2014

James and Kittie,

I have question for my face: I am using Eden apple cider vinegar organic for my acne on the forehead and after 12-13 days it dried up and left me with many scars. I never had acne in my life like this. It was only when I drank barley juice to cure or remove belly fats and make my body healthy again. But the healing crisis I got was acne.

I stopped drinking barley juice after weeks that my acne did not clear yet. I stopped ACV after my acne dried up and after weeks started it again for pH balance and make my skin glowing even. I do not have pimples. It's been 22 days since I used ACV toner but my cheeks dried up too, wrinkles showed more under my eyes and some rashes. I see that my cheeks are becoming scaly that I see mild peeling all over. My uneven skin tone on my chin is still here and my over all appearance seems like I become ugly. Acne scars are still on my forehead, dry skin is still here. I feel like ACV is not for me. I used 50/50 mixture then removed 1/4 of the mixture and poured more water. I used coconut oil (organic) as soon as the toner dries up. I have combination and my skin is a little sensitive I guess because maybe of age (I am 37 now). I feel terrible with my skin on my face. I read some people that in 1-2 weeks their skin is nice and near to flawless with ACV toner. But I think ACV toner is not for me.

I also started yesterday to drink 2 tbsp ACV in a glass of water and I felt like I am going to be sick after an hour or several hours while I am in the office. I feel mild heat inside. In the evening before I sleep I drank again 2 tbsp with water and after 15-30 minutes or less I went to bathroom. I couldn't sleep after that until 3am. I was wide awake. I drank again the next morning, I went to restroom 3 times with intervals. But I still feel the mild heat inside me. I was again not feeling well in the office but it was gone after some time too. Maybe because of the toxins coming out of my body. I am not sure if it's the ACV working inside. Tonight I will be taking again. Please tell me if anyone of you have the same experience. I want to continue this externally and internally but I am getting bad experiences. Should I continue using the ACV toner even I don't have acne? I just want to use it to prevent zits, to lessen large pores, balance my pH, etc.

Replied By Kittie (Austin) on 12/04/2021
So sorry these problems are happening with your skin. I can surely relate! Took me a lot of years to digest that what works for others may not work for me. For example, the only way ACV works for me w/o causing stomach upsets is to first add a pinch of baking soda to dilute the acid. I can't tolerate it with honey as it raises my blood sugar.

I met a lady with simply beautiful skin who said she once had horrible skin full of acne scars and pits. What worked for her was cleansing it daily with 1/2 diluted, non-flavored, antiseptic mouthwash, rinsing it off after a 2-3 minutes and applying a very minute amount of petroleum jelly over her wet skin. I tried this and it works -- within 3 months, my acne scars and dark marks had disappeared, leaving my skin soft and beautiful as well.

Could be the salicylate acid content and the antiseptic removing dead skin and deep rubble. It's cheap. Mouth wash is $1.00 at the D-Store and petroleum jelly can last up to 6 months as long as you use a swab-stick and not your dirty fingers. (Word is spreading -I recently saw this method YT-trending with young adults but with different moisturizers). Just please, don't give up! Keep researching, plus meditating/praying -- speak the words; let the universe know what you require.

Just remember, discard what (over a week) does not work or hurts you -- don't beat a dead horse... or any horse for that matter....

Replied By Kittie (Austin, Tx) on 11/17/2015

Julienne: Wow! So sorry I am just seeing your post. I truly think that Apple Cider Vinegar may be too strong for your face; some solutions may not suit everyone's body. You may also have an allergy to Virgin Coconut Oil --we must test these products overnight in our elbow pit before using them (an age-old mother's recommendation I, a pimple- bespeckled teenager, ignored to my own facial detriment! ) For your acne scars, investigate food grade diatomaceous earth. I have a family member in the same boat as you and finds Apple Cider Vinegar and Virgin Coconut Oil very drying to their skin and created more problems than they helped! DE corrected their problems. But they started slowly, taking 1/2 tsp with LOTS of water. I hope you found a solution for this skin problem. Blessings!

Replied By Judith (Dover, De) on 02/02/2016

Some people also complain that coconut oil is drying for their skin, though I don't find that to be so for mine. We're each so individual. You may want to use a different moisturizer ~ grapeseed oil, sunflower oil, jojoba oil, calendula oil, etc.

Replied By Christabell (South Africa, Durban) on 10/14/2017

I started drinking Acv. It's about 3 days now and I have been having a bloated stomach and body aches since I have used it. My stomach is fine and there an improvement.

Replied By Mmsg (Somewhere, Europe) on 10/15/2017

Christabell, take less.

Replied By Denise (San Rafael) on 12/04/2021
Kittie,

I appreciate your post! It was for the benefit of people like me whose stomach cannot tolerate ACV. I'll put it put it in my pocket for possible use later, remembering your idea of adding a bit of baking soda so it will be gentle on the stomach. Currently, even a very small amount of ACV or lime or lemon with baking soda (1/4 tsp, or maybe less...dont remember) in water makes my Urine Too Alkaline. If someone knows why this happens and what to do about it I'd appreciate the info. Meantime, what I started doing when I'm able is to put diluted ACV on the skin so it can be absorbed that way. After it dries I apply peanut oil to keep ACV from drying the skin. Peanut oil, recomended by Edgar Cayce is the gentlest nicest oil that I have tried for sensitive skin. Also, when I have time, I will Try even a tiny-er amount ACV with a tiny pinch of baking soda... or move on to Other Solutions

Thanks again, Denise

Replied By Kittie (Austin, TX) on 12/04/2021

I love, love, love this post by James Pemberton. I would note, however, to some readers who find ACV hurts their stomach: As James is probably a big muscled guy, going by his occupation, I would ask the ladies to take that into consideration before going whole hog with his 2-TAB recommendation; perhaps start with 1 tsp or 1 tablespoon. I always add a pinch of baking soda in a small cup first to get rid of the acid -- better for MY stomach and my throat before downing it. I chase it with a glass of water. My Granny always told me to drink a cold glass of water every morning with either a tablespoon of lemon juice or ACV for good health -- warm water for the winter months. Typical teenager, I ignored her! Now, I reap the benefits from this old wives/granny tale but unlike Mr. Pemberton, as a short woman, I keep my dosage to 1 tablespoon with that pinch of BSoda once in the morning and sometimes before bed. The same solution works for coughs. ACV rocks but only if you can tolerate it -- if you can't, don't beat a dead horse, move on... as my granny was fond of saying.

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