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Recipes
Posted by John (Caledon, Ontario)
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Apple cider vinegar is easiest to palate when mixed with apple juice. It tastes like apple cider, plus you get the numerous antioxidant and natural benefits from the apple juice.
Allergies
Posted by Amy (Hartford, CT)
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I was on prescribed allergy medicine for 17 years. I started the honey and ACV mixed with water 3 years ago and rarely even have to take an over the counter allergy pill. It takes about 4-6 days of taking it twice a day to build up in my system, and then I usually only have to take it once a day. I'm a massage therapist and I recommend it to all of my clients who come in with allergies, many of them have become faithful to the ACV too. So glad someone told me about it!!
Canker Sores
Posted by Sharon (Western New York) on 10/10/2013
I struggled with canker sores for years, no dentist or doctor could tell me why..... After researching on line I discovered that SLS ( sodium lauryl sulfate) could be the culprit.. Most toothpaste has SLS in it. I started making my own toothpaste with baking soda, coconut oil and peppermint drops and have NOT had a canker sore since.... I will not buy shampoo that has SLS in it.... hope this helps...
Gout
Posted by Mae (Maumelle,AR)
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ACV is a miracle cure. The whole world should know about it! It's cured my family af allergies, my husband of gout, my dogs of skin ailments...we love it..its changed our lives.
Gout
Posted by Al (Big Lake, MN)
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I was having the worst gout attack in years, the pain brought me to tears, as my left foot was swollen to the ankle. Ibuprofen did not work even in large doses. My wife gave me 2 tbsp of organic apple cider vinegar mixed with 2 tbspn of organic honey (2 times daily); within 3 hours I was walking around with minimal pain and 1 day later I was able to put on my shoes and walk with little pain on the third day it's almost all gone. Amazing, considering it usually lasts for at least 1 week, I am an absolute believer in this remedy.
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Indigestion
Posted by Brett (Milwaukee, WI)
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ACV takes care of my indigestion. I just dilute about a teaspoon in some water and drink. Within 5 minutes, my indigestion is gone.
Indigestion
Posted by Chris (Dighton, Ma) on 07/22/2016
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Yes, it cures indigestion in minutes.
Interstitial Cystitis
Posted by Sherry (Boon, Michigan)
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I have a bad bladder condition called Interstitial Cystitis and certain foods I eat cause me to have what is called a "Flare" up. When I take ACV, it relieves my symptoms within a half hour. It is definitely a natural wonder! I would recommend Apple Cider vinegar to anyone that can take it. It's so very good for so many conditions.
I take one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and one tablespoon of honey added to a hot cup of water when I have an interstitial cystitis flare up or an upset stomach. This helps me so very much..
Heart Pain
Posted by Tim P (Montana)
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Last night I was feeling a huge pain in my chest and my heart felt heavy and I even was weak in my left arm. Thinking it may be something serious I almost called the hospital, but remembered someone once said that ACV cleaned arteries and has helped many from serious problems. I woke up this morning and drank 1 cup straight of ACV and within minutes I felt the pain go away. After 1 hour I had my strength back and was feeling back to normal. (Although throughout the hour I had to drink about 3 glasses of water and eat a few teaspoons of honey since my gut was bloated.) No waiting in a hospital line for me and I am back to feeling like I have more energy than I can remember in just a few hours time. I was say that without a doubt that ACV saved my life and saved me a ton in hospital bills. Now, I am stocking up on that great stuff and will eat much more healthier. By the way, I also ran across a website about High Fructose Corn Syrup and its deadly dangers. You may want to read more about it since it is a very dangerous ingredient in almost all of our foods. For me, its fresh veggies and fruit for the rest of my life with a few shots of ACV once in a while.
EC: Earth Clinic note: If you are having heart pain, please do call or doctor or visit and emergency room!
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Nausea, Seasickness, and Hangovers
Posted by Anne (Orlando, Florida)
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apple cider vinegar cures nausea, seasickness and hangovers!
Sinus Infections and Sinusitis
Posted by Connie (Lake City, Florida)
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I have had allergies all my life. I have tried claritin, allegra, and a lot others but have had drainage through all of them. Along with flonase and nasonax. In the last five months I have had two sinus infections. So I decided to try the internet and found your page. I have tried the tomato tea recipe and have taken it in the mornings for one week. I have also taken the acv cocktail three times a day. Both drinks have helped.
Yeast Infections
Posted by Susan (KY)
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I am a little embaressed to write about this problem but felt I needed too. I have had a yeast infection for months caused initially by taking antibiotics. After being to my doctor twice and her giving me 2 different prescriptions (neither worked) I came across this website. I had heard that vinegar had helped women with this problem before but I was skeptical. Being desperate to try anything I used 2 TBS ACV in a glass of distilled water and drank it 2 times a day. At night I just used 2 TBS in a little water. IT WORKED. Thank you to the people who have had success and were willing to put it on this website!
EC: Click here to read the rest of these testimonials and many more yeast infection cures.
Yeast Infections
Posted by Liz (Boston, Massachusetts) on 11/15/2011
The non-organic ACV should work just as well for you. In fact, in my case, the non-organic ACV worked better for me than the organic brand did.
Gout
Posted by Phil (Wales, UK)
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I have been taking 2 Tablespoons cider vinegar plus 1 Tablespoon of honey in 1/2 cup of boiled water 3 times a day for the last 3-4 weeks, plus doing chi kung exercises and have been able to stop taking piroxicam for gout (I've got the tablets nearby just in case!). I use Aspells organic cider vinegar - I live in Wales so _______'s cv is presumably not available.
Bladder Infection
Posted by Pamela (Pride, Louisiana) on 08/11/2023
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I was in acute pain, unable to urinate. I drank some Apple Cider Vinegar and water, but needed to relieve the immediate issue. So I soaked a toilet tissue with what Ì was drinking and held it directly against that area. Literally the pain was gone within seconds and I was able urinate. Which I did with great gusto.... its 11 hours later, still no pain!
Apple Cider Vinegar Contraindications
Posted by Bodulica (Barrie, Canada) on 07/09/2021
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ACV is the most popular remedy on this website. Yet, there are two condition when you shouldn't take it.
1. Stomach ulcer, 2. Low Potassium level.
ACV will additionally lower your potassium level.
Capsules
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 01/07/2015
Dear John,
My husband takes 2 Apple cider vinegar tablets a day. They seem to be helping him, though he is taking other supplements and I don't quite know which is helping him most.
Personally, I prefer not to use the pills bit I think they are better than nothing if you need them. I have been using raw ACV for years and the dentist does not see it harming my enamel. But I do dilute in a lot of water when I take it.
So just try what you are comfortable with. Everyone's needs are different, so you would need to experiment around with your dosage. Start small and increase if needed.
Let us know how it goes.
~Mama to Many~
Capsules
Posted by John (Averill Park, Ny) on 01/07/2015
Thank you Mama to Many in Tennessee.
Could you please tell me how much water do you mix with your Apple Cider Vinegar and the number of times you drink the mixture each day ?
God bless you! John
Capsules
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 01/08/2015
Dear John,
I usually just have a 12 ounce glass or a 16 ounce mason jar that I drink from. The amount I add has varied. When I was dealing with reflux in pregnancy, I added a Tablespoon to my water glass several times a day for that.
If I am taking it as a general health tonic I might add just 1/2 teaspoon or a teaspoon per glass of water. (And I might drink this 4 times a day.)
You may have to try different amounts and see how you feel. Everyone's needs are different.
I hope you find it as helpful as I do!
God bless you!
~Mama to Many~
Capsules
Posted by John (Averill Park Ny) on 01/08/2015
Hi Mama to Many,
Thank you for the information you gave me .
You and I have similar habits using Apple Cider Vinegar. I started using Apple Cider Vinegar a month ago today . Sometimes I need some sort of confirmation to know I'm doing the right thing and that's what you gave me. Thank you!
I heard you're having a colder than normal day in Tennessee . Stay warm and remember, Spring isn't far away.
God bless you, John
Capsules
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 09/08/2014
Dear Kuar,
Stephen Buhner has some great formula's for figuring out dosing for children. This is for herbal medicines, but I find it useful for other natural medicines as well.
Cowling's Rule: The age of a child at his or her next birthday divided by 24. For a child coming 8 years of age, the dose would be 8 divided by 24, or one third of the adult dose.
For my teenage children, if they are about my size (in height and weight) I give them about what I would give myself.
I would also start with a lesser dose and work up to more so you can best monitor any adverse effects. Even with natural medicines, there can be too much of a good thing.
~Mama to Many~
Blood Pressure and Sugar
Posted by Reena (Mumbai, India) on 08/21/2014
Hi, I am a 57 yr old female from India. I want to take ACV as I am overweight and suffer from varicose veins, insomnia and many other problems. However I also suffer from Low Sugar Levels and Low BP. I am worried that if I take ACV it will further lower my sugar and BP. Please advise.
Regards, Reena
Overall Health
Posted by Bob (Dallas, Tx) on 06/24/2013
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Try drinking apple cider vinegar twice daily after your meal. I drink 4 to 6 teaspoons diluted with water and a bit of ice. It has made a huge difference in my life.
Best Time to Take Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Ed2010 (Oakville, Canada) on 09/23/2012
You can drink at any time, there is no hard and fast rules. Best way to take it is:
add 1 tbsp of Apple Cider Vinegar mix 1/4 baking soda let it fizzle out then add 1 glass of water, mix it and drink. Preferably early in the morning.
