I Drank Apple Cider Vinegar Every Day For A Month, And The Effects Were Transformative

Why? When consumed daily, the fruity vinegar is said to have several positive effects — all of which sound pretty tempting.

Why I’m doing the apple cider vinegar self-test

I attach great importance to my health and well-being, which is why I am a big fan of immune cures and supplements. However, it is important to me that the things I put in my body are of a natural origin — and are relatively easy to integrate into my everyday life. Apple cider vinegar ticks all of my boxes.

For one thing, my sensitive stomach often gives me a hard time. Apple cider vinegar is said to have a special effect on the gastrointestinal tract. This was reason enough to incorporate vinegar into my morning routine for four weeks and observe the possible effects.

Apple cider vinegar benefits

Apple cider vinegar is made from apple cider and contains valuable acetic acids in addition to a few nutrients from the fruit. These in particular are said to have several positive effects on our health:

• Due to its antibacterial properties, apple cider vinegar is said to be able to kill germs and bacteria in the body.
• Acetic acid in particular can boost our metabolism and thus keep all the important defence and regeneration processes in the body running.
• The bacteria it contains can balance our intestinal flora.
• Apple cider vinegar has a slightly alkaline effect and is said to be particularly good for heartburn as it can neutralise stomach acid.
• The vinegar can also have a regulating effect on blood sugar levels and thus counteract food cravings.
• Apple cider vinegar is also said to have a positive effect on cholesterol levels.
• Vinegar stimulates the production of gastric fluids and therefore digestion in general. This can counteract a bloated stomach and a feeling of fullness.
• The intake of apple cider vinegar is said to prolong the feeling of satiety after a meal.

While the list of positive properties of apple cider vinegar is surprisingly long, there is still very limited research available.

How to add apple cider vinegar to your diet

I drank apple cider vinegar every morning on an empty stomach about 15 minutes before breakfast.

Because of the acidity, you should always do this with water and dilute about two teaspoons of vinegar in 200 ml of water. This is not only important for the taste, but also protects your teeth enamel from the acidity of the vinegar.

The taste of apple cider vinegar is not exactly a treat! However, you do quickly get used to the routine.

My verdict:

The taste of the apple cider vinegar was definitely a hurdle for me. Nevertheless, I went through with the test, mainly because I noticed the effects of it after just a few days.

By drinking apple cider vinegar in the morning, I actually had the feeling that my entire body was able to get going more quickly. I felt fit and ready for the day more quickly.

I also had the impression that the subsequent breakfast I ate was being digested better and faster. Due to my rather sensitive stomach, I usually feel full or even bloated after breakfast. This feeling was completely absent whenever I drank apple cider vinegar.

After four weeks of drinking apple cider vinegar, my intestinal health had definitely improved and my bloating was much less frequent.

I also noticed that in the month during which I carried out the test, some friends and family members in my immediate circle had a cold or even some kind of summer flu. I, however, was spared any infections or colds. Whether my strong immune system was due to the apple cider vinegar cure or something else, I can’t say for sure.

Tips for drinking apple cider vinegar

Protect your tooth enamel: When drinking the vinegar, it can be useful to use a straw to protect your teeth from the acid.

Sweeten your drink: Try adding a drop of honey, agave syrup or maple syrup. This helps to soften the sour taste.

Drink a glass of water straight afterwards: This way, the biting sensation in the upper part of your nose won’t occur.

Incorporate apple cider vinegar into your food: You can easily incorporate your daily ration of apple cider vinegar into delicious recipes. For example, you can replace the vinegar in any dressing with apple cider vinegar — its fruity flavour makes salads really tasty, especially in the summer. You can also add around a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the dough in baked goods such as bread, rolls or baguettes. The fruity vinegar mimics the taste of sourdough and gives a wonderful light acidity.

What you should look out for when buying apple cider vinegar

We add vinegar to our bodies in the hope that it will have positive effects on our health and well-being. Buying good quality apple cider vinegar is imperative because some very low-priced products are made only from apple scraps or even just from concentrate.

You will get the fullness of nutrients and good vinegar bacteria if you make sure that the vinegar is made from whole fruit and has not been pasteurised or heated. It is also advisable to choose naturally cloudy apple cider vinegar, as no valuable particles have been filtered out of it.

If you want to be on the safe side when it comes to quality, you should opt for an organic product.