Apple Cider Vinegar

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molokai_duo@... writes:

> I totally agree with you... Apple Cider Vinegar is the

> best cold remedy I have ever had. I mentioned once

> before that I spray it into my mouth, down the throat

> and it helps immediately.

> When my daughter first told me, I just disregarded it,

> because it sounded too strange... but one day I had

> nothing else at home (because I hardly get colds

> anymore) and used it for a sore throat... it was gone

> in minutes!

People have disregarded it when I've told them about it, too. AND they've

looked at me like I had two heads just for suggesting it. But I don't

know anything else that works as well for a scratchy sore throat. Gargling

with ACV does the trick for me. Colds are much shorter-lived when I've used

it. I think it's great stuff.

in health,

rachel~

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--- Rachd1961@... wrote:

> In a message dated 2/24/02 5:21:18 PM Eastern

> Standard Time,

> dianatrudeau@... writes:

>

I totally agree with you... Apple Cider Vinegar is the

best cold remedy I have ever had. I mentioned once

before that I spray it into my mouth, down the throat

and it helps immediately.

When my daughter first told me, I just disregarded it,

because it sounded too strange... but one day I had

nothing else at home (because I hardly get colds

anymore) and used it for a sore throat... it was gone

in minutes!

> For the chest congestion, though, I'd suggest Apple

> Cider Vinegar. An

> incredible item also is Dr. Schulze's " SuperTonic " .

> When I had a cold a

> while back, a dose of that (it's in liquid form)

> would really help to break

> up the congestion. It's awesome stuff!!

>

> Hope you feel better soon,

> rachel~

>

>

> [Non-text portions of this message have been

> removed]

>

>

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[Guest guest]

What do you do with it... drink it straight? gargle? my ACV has lots of

" mother " in it. Use that as well? Mix it with water?

I'm so sick of being sick, I haven't been to work since Thursday and it

seems to be worse instead of better. I really need to go to work tomorrow.

Hoping for an overnight recovery.... yeah right sigh

Diane

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dianatrudeau@... writes:

> What do you do with it... drink it straight? gargle? my ACV has lots of

> " mother " in it. Use that as well? Mix it with water?

> I'm so sick of being sick, I haven't been to work since Thursday and it

> seems to be worse instead of better. I really need to go to work tomorrow.

> Hoping for an overnight recovery.... yeah right sigh

Well, hopefully you got your overnight recovery. But if you didn't,

here's what I do with the ACV. If it's for a sore throat, I take it as

straight as I can (but I still need to dilute it at least a little) and

gargle with it and spit it out. Supposedly the ACV absorbs the germs or

something, so you don't want to swallow it after gargling.

If it's for congestion, I put some in a glass of water and drink it down.

Maybe 2 tablespoons in 8 oz of water. I'd have that a couple of times

through the day.

I wish I could email you some of my SuperTonic, because that is just amazing

stuff (has cayenne and garlic and all sorts of good stuff in it.) But since

that's not possible...do you have any cayenne? Usually anything hot like

that is helpful for breaking up congestion. I've never tried it, though,

because I never had cayenne when I had a congestion problem.

Good luck - I hope you feel better soon!

rachel~

[Guest guest]

No overnight recovery. I'll go into the office and see how much damage I

can cause. sigh....

I'll bring some ACV, cayenne, aerobic oxygen, GSE, 4 boxes of tissues,

salve. the most pitiful look I can muster and maybe they'll send me home

: )

I'll have to look into some of the stuff mentioned. Unfortunately, by the

time I order anything and it arrives, I won't be in need of it anymore.

Canada is sooooo great, but you can't get anything!!! grrrrrr

Diane

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Good article, .. what is the source?

Apple Cider Vinegar as a Remedy

SUBSTANCES IN APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

Scientists have measured ninety different substances in apple cider vinegar,

such as thirteen types of carbolic acids, four aldehydes, twenty ketones,

eighteen types of alcohols, eight ethyl acetates etc. It also contains

minerals, trace elements and vitamins as well acetic acid, propionic acid,

lactic acid, enzymes, amino acids and roughage in the form of apple pectin.

MINERALS AND TRACE ELEMENTS:

Potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, chlorine, sodium, sulfur (the

mineral, not the antibiotic sulfa), copper, iron, silicon and fluorine.

If I had to highlight one of the above ingredients I would really like to

draw attention to potassium. Potassium is as important to tissue as what

calcium is to bones.

With potassium lacking many health problems can arise, whereas sufficient

potassium can help with problems such as aching legs and keeping arteries

working properly.

VITAMINS:

Vitamin C, E, A, B1, B2, B6, Provitamin betacarotene, Vitamin P.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HISTORY

Apple cider vinegar is not a " new " folk remedy, but has its origin since the

Phoenician times, when they drank Shekar, a type of apple cider vinegar, for

its healing properties.

The father of modern medicine, Hippocrates (400 B.C.), also used apple cider

vinegar to treat his patients, using it as a healing elixir.

The Roman army issued its soldiers with a ration of vinegar to take daily

for

general health, and the sponge offered to Jesus Christ when He was on the

cross, was not necessarily torture, but could have been a sign of

compassion,

since the Romans drank vinegar and water as a thirst quencher.

When the Black Plague swept Europe, the healers of the time protected

themselves by taking apple cider vinegar because of its disinfectant

properties.

MODERN DAY APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

Apple cider vinegar never disappeared from folk medicine, but has also not

gained huge popularity, for two reasons.

Firstly, few people actually like the taste of apple cider vinegar liquid,

and secondly, supplement manufacturers never believed that there would be a

market for an apple cider vinegar capsule.

Some people complain that apple cider vinegar is too acid to drink, and to

make it easier to swallow; we developed the apple cider vinegar capsule with

Gotu Kola.

It is the addition of Gotu Kola, which makes our capsule an effective

supplement to take, since the two different components work in synergy and

form a formidable and powerful combination.

USEFUL FOR:

Well functioning metabolism. Reducing cholesterol (the dangerous LDL

cholesterol type). Regulating the water content in the cells and body.

Reducing water retention in the body. Reducing excess sodium from the body.

Helps to regulate blood pressure. Assists with preventing circulatory

problems. Helps with diminishing premature calcification of the arteries.

Helps increase concentration and memory. Assists in blood circulation.

ARTHRITIS:

This condition of inflammation of the joints is a major chronic disease in

the West, and is believed to be partly caused by a buildup of toxic wastes

in

the tissues, causing irritation.

Arthritis sufferers have reported a positive influence that apple cider

vinegar has on the pain experienced as well as slowing down the progression

of this disease.

ASTHMA:

Although orthodox allopathic medicine might not agree with this remedy, some

people have found relief from asthma by ingesting apple cider vinegar, as

well as applying pads, soaked in apple cider vinegar, under pressure to the

inside of the wrists.

BLOOD PRESSURE:

The potassium in apple cider vinegar is said to be beneficial to the heart,

and in some quarters this remedy is said to assist in making the blood

thinner, and thereby assisting with blood pressure and the prevention of

strokes.

BONES:

The manganese, magnesium, silicon and calcium found in apple cider vinegar

has been linked to sustaining bone mass, which is important in the fight

against osteoporosis.

CANCER:

Although apple cider cannot cure cancer, it is a valuable ally to have

around

to help fight free radicals in the body, which have been shown to be

indicative in the formation of various cancers. Betacarotene, found in apple

cider vinegar, is a powerful antioxidant, which helps to neutralize the free

radicals formed in our bodies through oxidation.

The pectin in apple cider vinegar adds fiber to the diet, and even the

American Cancer Society promotes a high fiber diet to help prevent cancer,

especially colon cancer. The reason for this is that fiber binds with

certain

cancer causing (carcinogenic) compounds in the colon, and speeds up their

elimination from the body.

CHOLESTEROL:

A good warning system for heart disease is the presence of high blood

cholest

erol in the system. To help prevent this, follow a lifestyle, which includes

eating a diet, high in fruit and vegetables, maintaining your ideal weight,

getting enough exercise while avoiding processed foods, junk foods and

hydrogenated oils.

Another way is to add fiber to your diet, especially water soluble fiber

such

as the pectin found in apple cider vinegar. Water soluble fiber soaks up

water, which adds bulk and interacts with your body.

Fiber also soaks up fats and cholesterol in the body and they are then

excreted instead of being absorbed.

Non water soluble fiber soaks up moisture in the body, but cannot interact

with the body.

Apple cider vinegar has been used as a folk remedy for helping to fight

cholesterol for some time but please consult your doctor if you need medical

assistance.

COLDS:

It has been found that the pH factor (the acidity factor) of the body

becomes

a bit more alkaline prior to a cold or flu striking you down. When you take

apple cider vinegar it helps to rebalance the acid level of your body.

CONSTIPATION:

Not having proper bowel movements is blamed for many illnesses and diseases

that befall us. As we age our bodies produce less, and start to lag behind,

in the manufacture of digestive acids (hydrochloric acid), pepsin and

digestive enzymes, which can cause constipation. When we add fiber to our

diet, such as the pectin in apple cider vinegar, we assist our body by

having

regular bowel movements and proper elimination.

CRAMPS:

If you have never woken up in the middle of the night with cramps tearing

through your calves, feet or legs, you would not understand the agony. A

useful remedy to assist with this is to take apple cider vinegar.

DIABETES:

This disease is becoming more and more common, and there may be various

reasons for this phenomena, but it must be remembered that it is not only

extremely serious, but needs proper medical supervision, and a strict

adherence to dietary rules and medication, as prescribed by your medical

practitioner.

It is however interesting to note that added dietary fiber, such as

contained

in apple cider vinegar, is beneficial in controlling blood glucose levels.

DIARRHEA:

There are various causes for diarrhea, and although it should not be left

untreated, it sometimes is a way for the body to rid itself of harmful

compounds and ingested materials. The pectin in apple cider vinegar is great

to take when suffering from this problem, since this water soluble fiber

swells up, and forms bulk.

Apple cider vinegar can also be an effective item to use against certain

bacteria, which causes diarrhea, and the intestinal flora also transforms

pectin into a protective coating, which soothes the irritated lining of the

colon.

DEPRESSION:

Some Eastern medicines believe that depression is the symptom of a

" stagnant "

or tired liver. If you believe in this philosophy, then apple cider vinegar

could help to fight depression, since it is a great medium to help detoxify

and clean the liver.

EYES:

Cataract development in the eye is associated to oxidation of the lens of

the

eye due to alterations caused by free radicals changing the structure of the

lens. With this in mind apple cider vinegar can be of use since the

antioxidant properties of apple cider vinegar are great in combating free

radicals.

FATIGUE:

Lactic acid is released in the body during exercise as well as periods of

stress, and this can lead to fatigue, which in turn can be combated by the

amino acids contained in apple cider vinegar. The enzymes, as well as the

potassium contained in apple cider vinegar can also be of great help in the

quest for more energy and vitality.

FOOD POISONING:

Because of the great disinfectant qualities inherent in apple cider vinegar,

some people when suffering from mild cases of food poisoning use it with

success. If you suffer from violent symptoms, and suspect serious food

poisoning, please contact your medical practitioner immediately.

GALLSTONES AND KIDNEY STONES:

A theory exists that the acids found in apple cider vinegar are beneficial

in

breaking up kidney stones and gallstones, by softening or dissolving them.

Although we cannot guarantee any results, it might be worth your while to

supplement your diet with apple cider vinegar, should you be suffering from

gallstones or kidney stones.

HEADACHES:

The cause of headaches can be stress, allergies, tiredness, and problems

with

your gallbladder, liver, kidneys or a variety of other factors. Although

apple cider vinegar cannot be touted as a headache treatment, is has been

found that people have slightly more alkaline urine when suffering from a

headache, and with this apple cider vinegar can be effective, since it will

assist in bringing your body's acid level back into sync.

HEART:

Since apple cider vinegar is used to promote the health of veins and

capillaries, it is by implication also useful in assisting in the health of

the heart and blood pressure. The potassium found in apple cider vinegar is

also beneficial to the heart.

INDIGESTION:

When people start talking about indigestion they immediately start referring

to the " excess " stomach acid that they have! In most cases it is NOT a case

of an excess of stomach acid, but a shortage of it.

Hydrochloric acid and pepsin, an enzyme working in an acid environment, are

needed to break down the food effectively, and a shortage of these two

ingredients will lead to a sluggish digestion of food and resultant

indigestion. Taking apple cider vinegar may assist in effecting a remedy.

METABOLISM:

The quest for achieving the ideal weight always will include effective and

efficient metabolism. Without it your dietary intake will not be metabolized

correctly, the nutrients will not be available to the body, and this will

result in excess weight being added to the body frame. Apple cider vinegar

has been used for centuries in aiding the liver to detoxify the body and to

help with digesting rich, fatty and greasy foods, and for proper

metabolizing

of proteins, fats and minerals.

An added extra to help with this is the malic acid and tartaric acid found

in

apple cider vinegar, since it helps to bring the acid content into balance,

while killing off unwanted and unfriendly bacteria in the digestive tract.

MUSCLES:

Lactic acid in muscles is the cause of the muscles feeling sore and stiff,

but by adding some apple cider vinegar to your diet, it could assist the

body

to get rid of it at a faster pace, since it will help to break down the acid

crystals, making it much easier to be flushed out of the body.

NASAL CONGESTION:

A constant draining of mucus from the sinus cavities can be both sore and

uncomfortable. It is best to cut out, or eat as little as possible, mucus

forming food, which traditionally, in most cases would be dairy products.

Apple cider vinegar is not an anti allergy substance as such; but some

people

experience an improvement in hay fever as well as headaches associated with

allergies when taking it.

STIFF JOINTS:

A shortage of potassium in the body may cause stiff joints. Another remedy

is

to relax in a warm tub, with some apple cider vinegar added to the water.

ULCERS:

Apple cider vinegar is showing great promise in helping to heal alcohol

induced ulcers, since it activates the body into starting up its own

defensive mechanism. This, together with other indicators suggests that

apple

cider vinegar may in the near future be drawn into the fold of alternative

ulcer preventing remedies.

WEIGHT LOSS:

Apple cider vinegar has been used as a weight loss remedy for centuries, and

although the mechanics are not always clear on how it works, it really does

work.

It has been suggested that apple cider vinegar works because it makes the

body burn calories better, that it reduces the appetite or simply that it

gets the entire metabolism working at top efficiency.

But whatever the reason for apple cider vinegar helping to lose weight, the

fact remains; it has stood the test of time as a fat busting supplement, and

has helped

countless people to achieve their ideal weight.

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source was handy tips and hints from group

Apple Cider Vinegar as a Remedy

>

> SUBSTANCES IN APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

> Scientists have measured ninety different substances in apple cider

vinegar,

> such as thirteen types of carbolic acids, four aldehydes, twenty

ketones,

> eighteen types of alcohols, eight ethyl acetates etc. It also contains

> minerals, trace elements and vitamins as well acetic acid, propionic

acid,

> lactic acid, enzymes, amino acids and roughage in the form of apple

pectin.

>

> MINERALS AND TRACE ELEMENTS:

> Potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, chlorine, sodium, sulfur

(the

> mineral, not the antibiotic sulfa), copper, iron, silicon and fluorine.

>

> If I had to highlight one of the above ingredients I would really like

to

> draw attention to potassium. Potassium is as important to tissue as what

> calcium is to bones.

>

> With potassium lacking many health problems can arise, whereas

sufficient

> potassium can help with problems such as aching legs and keeping

arteries

> working properly.

>

> VITAMINS:

> Vitamin C, E, A, B1, B2, B6, Provitamin betacarotene, Vitamin P.

>

> APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HISTORY

> Apple cider vinegar is not a " new " folk remedy, but has its origin since

the

> Phoenician times, when they drank Shekar, a type of apple cider vinegar,

for

> its healing properties.

>

> The father of modern medicine, Hippocrates (400 B.C.), also used apple

cider

> vinegar to treat his patients, using it as a healing elixir.

>

> The Roman army issued its soldiers with a ration of vinegar to take

daily

> for

> general health, and the sponge offered to Jesus Christ when He was on

the

> cross, was not necessarily torture, but could have been a sign of

> compassion,

> since the Romans drank vinegar and water as a thirst quencher.

>

> When the Black Plague swept Europe, the healers of the time protected

> themselves by taking apple cider vinegar because of its disinfectant

> properties.

>

> MODERN DAY APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

> Apple cider vinegar never disappeared from folk medicine, but has also

not

> gained huge popularity, for two reasons.

>

> Firstly, few people actually like the taste of apple cider vinegar

liquid,

> and secondly, supplement manufacturers never believed that there would

be a

> market for an apple cider vinegar capsule.

>

> Some people complain that apple cider vinegar is too acid to drink, and

to

> make it easier to swallow; we developed the apple cider vinegar capsule

with

> Gotu Kola.

>

> It is the addition of Gotu Kola, which makes our capsule an effective

> supplement to take, since the two different components work in synergy

and

> form a formidable and powerful combination.

>

> USEFUL FOR:

> Well functioning metabolism. Reducing cholesterol (the dangerous LDL

> cholesterol type). Regulating the water content in the cells and body.

> Reducing water retention in the body. Reducing excess sodium from the

body.

> Helps to regulate blood pressure. Assists with preventing circulatory

> problems. Helps with diminishing premature calcification of the

arteries.

> Helps increase concentration and memory. Assists in blood circulation.

>

> ARTHRITIS:

> This condition of inflammation of the joints is a major chronic disease

in

> the West, and is believed to be partly caused by a buildup of toxic

wastes

> in

> the tissues, causing irritation.

> Arthritis sufferers have reported a positive influence that apple cider

> vinegar has on the pain experienced as well as slowing down the

progression

> of this disease.

>

> ASTHMA:

> Although orthodox allopathic medicine might not agree with this remedy,

some

> people have found relief from asthma by ingesting apple cider vinegar,

as

> well as applying pads, soaked in apple cider vinegar, under pressure to

the

> inside of the wrists.

>

> BLOOD PRESSURE:

> The potassium in apple cider vinegar is said to be beneficial to the

heart,

> and in some quarters this remedy is said to assist in making the blood

> thinner, and thereby assisting with blood pressure and the prevention of

> strokes.

>

> BONES:

> The manganese, magnesium, silicon and calcium found in apple cider

vinegar

> has been linked to sustaining bone mass, which is important in the fight

> against osteoporosis.

>

> CANCER:

> Although apple cider cannot cure cancer, it is a valuable ally to have

> around

> to help fight free radicals in the body, which have been shown to be

> indicative in the formation of various cancers. Betacarotene, found in

apple

> cider vinegar, is a powerful antioxidant, which helps to neutralize the

free

> radicals formed in our bodies through oxidation.

> The pectin in apple cider vinegar adds fiber to the diet, and even the

> American Cancer Society promotes a high fiber diet to help prevent

cancer,

> especially colon cancer. The reason for this is that fiber binds with

> certain

> cancer causing (carcinogenic) compounds in the colon, and speeds up

their

> elimination from the body.

>

> CHOLESTEROL:

> A good warning system for heart disease is the presence of high blood

> cholest

> erol in the system. To help prevent this, follow a lifestyle, which

includes

> eating a diet, high in fruit and vegetables, maintaining your ideal

weight,

> getting enough exercise while avoiding processed foods, junk foods and

> hydrogenated oils.

> Another way is to add fiber to your diet, especially water soluble fiber

> such

> as the pectin found in apple cider vinegar. Water soluble fiber soaks up

> water, which adds bulk and interacts with your body.

> Fiber also soaks up fats and cholesterol in the body and they are then

> excreted instead of being absorbed.

> Non water soluble fiber soaks up moisture in the body, but cannot

interact

> with the body.

> Apple cider vinegar has been used as a folk remedy for helping to fight

> cholesterol for some time but please consult your doctor if you need

medical

> assistance.

>

> COLDS:

> It has been found that the pH factor (the acidity factor) of the body

> becomes

> a bit more alkaline prior to a cold or flu striking you down. When you

take

> apple cider vinegar it helps to rebalance the acid level of your body.

>

> CONSTIPATION:

> Not having proper bowel movements is blamed for many illnesses and

diseases

> that befall us. As we age our bodies produce less, and start to lag

behind,

> in the manufacture of digestive acids (hydrochloric acid), pepsin and

> digestive enzymes, which can cause constipation. When we add fiber to

our

> diet, such as the pectin in apple cider vinegar, we assist our body by

> having

> regular bowel movements and proper elimination.

>

> CRAMPS:

> If you have never woken up in the middle of the night with cramps

tearing

> through your calves, feet or legs, you would not understand the agony. A

> useful remedy to assist with this is to take apple cider vinegar.

>

> DIABETES:

> This disease is becoming more and more common, and there may be various

> reasons for this phenomena, but it must be remembered that it is not

only

> extremely serious, but needs proper medical supervision, and a strict

> adherence to dietary rules and medication, as prescribed by your medical

> practitioner.

> It is however interesting to note that added dietary fiber, such as

> contained

> in apple cider vinegar, is beneficial in controlling blood glucose

levels.

>

> DIARRHEA:

> There are various causes for diarrhea, and although it should not be

left

> untreated, it sometimes is a way for the body to rid itself of harmful

> compounds and ingested materials. The pectin in apple cider vinegar is

great

> to take when suffering from this problem, since this water soluble fiber

> swells up, and forms bulk.

> Apple cider vinegar can also be an effective item to use against certain

> bacteria, which causes diarrhea, and the intestinal flora also

transforms

> pectin into a protective coating, which soothes the irritated lining of

the

> colon.

>

> DEPRESSION:

> Some Eastern medicines believe that depression is the symptom of a

> " stagnant "

> or tired liver. If you believe in this philosophy, then apple cider

vinegar

> could help to fight depression, since it is a great medium to help

detoxify

> and clean the liver.

>

> EYES:

> Cataract development in the eye is associated to oxidation of the lens

of

> the

> eye due to alterations caused by free radicals changing the structure of

the

> lens. With this in mind apple cider vinegar can be of use since the

> antioxidant properties of apple cider vinegar are great in combating

free

> radicals.

>

> FATIGUE:

> Lactic acid is released in the body during exercise as well as periods

of

> stress, and this can lead to fatigue, which in turn can be combated by

the

> amino acids contained in apple cider vinegar. The enzymes, as well as

the

> potassium contained in apple cider vinegar can also be of great help in

the

> quest for more energy and vitality.

>

> FOOD POISONING:

> Because of the great disinfectant qualities inherent in apple cider

vinegar,

> some people when suffering from mild cases of food poisoning use it with

> success. If you suffer from violent symptoms, and suspect serious food

> poisoning, please contact your medical practitioner immediately.

>

> GALLSTONES AND KIDNEY STONES:

> A theory exists that the acids found in apple cider vinegar are

beneficial

> in

> breaking up kidney stones and gallstones, by softening or dissolving

them.

> Although we cannot guarantee any results, it might be worth your while

to

> supplement your diet with apple cider vinegar, should you be suffering

from

> gallstones or kidney stones.

>

> HEADACHES:

> The cause of headaches can be stress, allergies, tiredness, and problems

> with

> your gallbladder, liver, kidneys or a variety of other factors. Although

> apple cider vinegar cannot be touted as a headache treatment, is has

been

> found that people have slightly more alkaline urine when suffering from

a

> headache, and with this apple cider vinegar can be effective, since it

will

> assist in bringing your body's acid level back into sync.

>

> HEART:

> Since apple cider vinegar is used to promote the health of veins and

> capillaries, it is by implication also useful in assisting in the health

of

> the heart and blood pressure. The potassium found in apple cider vinegar

is

> also beneficial to the heart.

>

> INDIGESTION:

> When people start talking about indigestion they immediately start

referring

> to the " excess " stomach acid that they have! In most cases it is NOT a

case

> of an excess of stomach acid, but a shortage of it.

> Hydrochloric acid and pepsin, an enzyme working in an acid environment,

are

> needed to break down the food effectively, and a shortage of these two

> ingredients will lead to a sluggish digestion of food and resultant

> indigestion. Taking apple cider vinegar may assist in effecting a

remedy.

>

> METABOLISM:

> The quest for achieving the ideal weight always will include effective

and

> efficient metabolism. Without it your dietary intake will not be

metabolized

> correctly, the nutrients will not be available to the body, and this

will

> result in excess weight being added to the body frame. Apple cider

vinegar

> has been used for centuries in aiding the liver to detoxify the body and

to

> help with digesting rich, fatty and greasy foods, and for proper

> metabolizing

> of proteins, fats and minerals.

> An added extra to help with this is the malic acid and tartaric acid

found

> in

> apple cider vinegar, since it helps to bring the acid content into

balance,

> while killing off unwanted and unfriendly bacteria in the digestive

tract.

>

> MUSCLES:

> Lactic acid in muscles is the cause of the muscles feeling sore and

stiff,

> but by adding some apple cider vinegar to your diet, it could assist the

> body

> to get rid of it at a faster pace, since it will help to break down the

acid

> crystals, making it much easier to be flushed out of the body.

>

> NASAL CONGESTION:

> A constant draining of mucus from the sinus cavities can be both sore

and

> uncomfortable. It is best to cut out, or eat as little as possible,

mucus

> forming food, which traditionally, in most cases would be dairy

products.

> Apple cider vinegar is not an anti allergy substance as such; but some

> people

> experience an improvement in hay fever as well as headaches associated

with

> allergies when taking it.

>

> STIFF JOINTS:

> A shortage of potassium in the body may cause stiff joints. Another

remedy

> is

> to relax in a warm tub, with some apple cider vinegar added to the

water.

>

> ULCERS:

> Apple cider vinegar is showing great promise in helping to heal alcohol

> induced ulcers, since it activates the body into starting up its own

> defensive mechanism. This, together with other indicators suggests that

> apple

> cider vinegar may in the near future be drawn into the fold of

alternative

> ulcer preventing remedies.

>

> WEIGHT LOSS:

> Apple cider vinegar has been used as a weight loss remedy for centuries,

and

> although the mechanics are not always clear on how it works, it really

does

> work.

> It has been suggested that apple cider vinegar works because it makes

the

> body burn calories better, that it reduces the appetite or simply that

it

> gets the entire metabolism working at top efficiency.

> But whatever the reason for apple cider vinegar helping to lose weight,

the

> fact remains; it has stood the test of time as a fat busting supplement,

and

> has helped

> countless people to achieve their ideal weight.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Which group?

Apple Cider Vinegar as a Remedy

>

> SUBSTANCES IN APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

> Scientists have measured ninety different substances in apple cider

vinegar,

> such as thirteen types of carbolic acids, four aldehydes, twenty

ketones,

> eighteen types of alcohols, eight ethyl acetates etc. It also contains

> minerals, trace elements and vitamins as well acetic acid, propionic

acid,

> lactic acid, enzymes, amino acids and roughage in the form of apple

pectin.

>

> MINERALS AND TRACE ELEMENTS:

> Potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, chlorine, sodium, sulfur

(the

> mineral, not the antibiotic sulfa), copper, iron, silicon and fluorine.

>

> If I had to highlight one of the above ingredients I would really like

to

> draw attention to potassium. Potassium is as important to tissue as what

> calcium is to bones.

>

> With potassium lacking many health problems can arise, whereas

sufficient

> potassium can help with problems such as aching legs and keeping

arteries

> working properly.

>

> VITAMINS:

> Vitamin C, E, A, B1, B2, B6, Provitamin betacarotene, Vitamin P.

>

> APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HISTORY

> Apple cider vinegar is not a " new " folk remedy, but has its origin since

the

> Phoenician times, when they drank Shekar, a type of apple cider vinegar,

for

> its healing properties.

>

> The father of modern medicine, Hippocrates (400 B.C.), also used apple

cider

> vinegar to treat his patients, using it as a healing elixir.

>

> The Roman army issued its soldiers with a ration of vinegar to take

daily

> for

> general health, and the sponge offered to Jesus Christ when He was on

the

> cross, was not necessarily torture, but could have been a sign of

> compassion,

> since the Romans drank vinegar and water as a thirst quencher.

>

> When the Black Plague swept Europe, the healers of the time protected

> themselves by taking apple cider vinegar because of its disinfectant

> properties.

>

> MODERN DAY APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

> Apple cider vinegar never disappeared from folk medicine, but has also

not

> gained huge popularity, for two reasons.

>

> Firstly, few people actually like the taste of apple cider vinegar

liquid,

> and secondly, supplement manufacturers never believed that there would

be a

> market for an apple cider vinegar capsule.

>

> Some people complain that apple cider vinegar is too acid to drink, and

to

> make it easier to swallow; we developed the apple cider vinegar capsule

with

> Gotu Kola.

>

> It is the addition of Gotu Kola, which makes our capsule an effective

> supplement to take, since the two different components work in synergy

and

> form a formidable and powerful combination.

>

> USEFUL FOR:

> Well functioning metabolism. Reducing cholesterol (the dangerous LDL

> cholesterol type). Regulating the water content in the cells and body.

> Reducing water retention in the body. Reducing excess sodium from the

body.

> Helps to regulate blood pressure. Assists with preventing circulatory

> problems. Helps with diminishing premature calcification of the

arteries.

> Helps increase concentration and memory. Assists in blood circulation.

>

> ARTHRITIS:

> This condition of inflammation of the joints is a major chronic disease

in

> the West, and is believed to be partly caused by a buildup of toxic

wastes

> in

> the tissues, causing irritation.

> Arthritis sufferers have reported a positive influence that apple cider

> vinegar has on the pain experienced as well as slowing down the

progression

> of this disease.

>

> ASTHMA:

> Although orthodox allopathic medicine might not agree with this remedy,

some

> people have found relief from asthma by ingesting apple cider vinegar,

as

> well as applying pads, soaked in apple cider vinegar, under pressure to

the

> inside of the wrists.

>

> BLOOD PRESSURE:

> The potassium in apple cider vinegar is said to be beneficial to the

heart,

> and in some quarters this remedy is said to assist in making the blood

> thinner, and thereby assisting with blood pressure and the prevention of

> strokes.

>

> BONES:

> The manganese, magnesium, silicon and calcium found in apple cider

vinegar

> has been linked to sustaining bone mass, which is important in the fight

> against osteoporosis.

>

> CANCER:

> Although apple cider cannot cure cancer, it is a valuable ally to have

> around

> to help fight free radicals in the body, which have been shown to be

> indicative in the formation of various cancers. Betacarotene, found in

apple

> cider vinegar, is a powerful antioxidant, which helps to neutralize the

free

> radicals formed in our bodies through oxidation.

> The pectin in apple cider vinegar adds fiber to the diet, and even the

> American Cancer Society promotes a high fiber diet to help prevent

cancer,

> especially colon cancer. The reason for this is that fiber binds with

> certain

> cancer causing (carcinogenic) compounds in the colon, and speeds up

their

> elimination from the body.

>

> CHOLESTEROL:

> A good warning system for heart disease is the presence of high blood

> cholest

> erol in the system. To help prevent this, follow a lifestyle, which

includes

> eating a diet, high in fruit and vegetables, maintaining your ideal

weight,

> getting enough exercise while avoiding processed foods, junk foods and

> hydrogenated oils.

> Another way is to add fiber to your diet, especially water soluble fiber

> such

> as the pectin found in apple cider vinegar. Water soluble fiber soaks up

> water, which adds bulk and interacts with your body.

> Fiber also soaks up fats and cholesterol in the body and they are then

> excreted instead of being absorbed.

> Non water soluble fiber soaks up moisture in the body, but cannot

interact

> with the body.

> Apple cider vinegar has been used as a folk remedy for helping to fight

> cholesterol for some time but please consult your doctor if you need

medical

> assistance.

>

> COLDS:

> It has been found that the pH factor (the acidity factor) of the body

> becomes

> a bit more alkaline prior to a cold or flu striking you down. When you

take

> apple cider vinegar it helps to rebalance the acid level of your body.

>

> CONSTIPATION:

> Not having proper bowel movements is blamed for many illnesses and

diseases

> that befall us. As we age our bodies produce less, and start to lag

behind,

> in the manufacture of digestive acids (hydrochloric acid), pepsin and

> digestive enzymes, which can cause constipation. When we add fiber to

our

> diet, such as the pectin in apple cider vinegar, we assist our body by

> having

> regular bowel movements and proper elimination.

>

> CRAMPS:

> If you have never woken up in the middle of the night with cramps

tearing

> through your calves, feet or legs, you would not understand the agony. A

> useful remedy to assist with this is to take apple cider vinegar.

>

> DIABETES:

> This disease is becoming more and more common, and there may be various

> reasons for this phenomena, but it must be remembered that it is not

only

> extremely serious, but needs proper medical supervision, and a strict

> adherence to dietary rules and medication, as prescribed by your medical

> practitioner.

> It is however interesting to note that added dietary fiber, such as

> contained

> in apple cider vinegar, is beneficial in controlling blood glucose

levels.

>

> DIARRHEA:

> There are various causes for diarrhea, and although it should not be

left

> untreated, it sometimes is a way for the body to rid itself of harmful

> compounds and ingested materials. The pectin in apple cider vinegar is

great

> to take when suffering from this problem, since this water soluble fiber

> swells up, and forms bulk.

> Apple cider vinegar can also be an effective item to use against certain

> bacteria, which causes diarrhea, and the intestinal flora also

transforms

> pectin into a protective coating, which soothes the irritated lining of

the

> colon.

>

> DEPRESSION:

> Some Eastern medicines believe that depression is the symptom of a

> " stagnant "

> or tired liver. If you believe in this philosophy, then apple cider

vinegar

> could help to fight depression, since it is a great medium to help

detoxify

> and clean the liver.

>

> EYES:

> Cataract development in the eye is associated to oxidation of the lens

of

> the

> eye due to alterations caused by free radicals changing the structure of

the

> lens. With this in mind apple cider vinegar can be of use since the

> antioxidant properties of apple cider vinegar are great in combating

free

> radicals.

>

> FATIGUE:

> Lactic acid is released in the body during exercise as well as periods

of

> stress, and this can lead to fatigue, which in turn can be combated by

the

> amino acids contained in apple cider vinegar. The enzymes, as well as

the

> potassium contained in apple cider vinegar can also be of great help in

the

> quest for more energy and vitality.

>

> FOOD POISONING:

> Because of the great disinfectant qualities inherent in apple cider

vinegar,

> some people when suffering from mild cases of food poisoning use it with

> success. If you suffer from violent symptoms, and suspect serious food

> poisoning, please contact your medical practitioner immediately.

>

> GALLSTONES AND KIDNEY STONES:

> A theory exists that the acids found in apple cider vinegar are

beneficial

> in

> breaking up kidney stones and gallstones, by softening or dissolving

them.

> Although we cannot guarantee any results, it might be worth your while

to

> supplement your diet with apple cider vinegar, should you be suffering

from

> gallstones or kidney stones.

>

> HEADACHES:

> The cause of headaches can be stress, allergies, tiredness, and problems

> with

> your gallbladder, liver, kidneys or a variety of other factors. Although

> apple cider vinegar cannot be touted as a headache treatment, is has

been

> found that people have slightly more alkaline urine when suffering from

a

> headache, and with this apple cider vinegar can be effective, since it

will

> assist in bringing your body's acid level back into sync.

>

> HEART:

> Since apple cider vinegar is used to promote the health of veins and

> capillaries, it is by implication also useful in assisting in the health

of

> the heart and blood pressure. The potassium found in apple cider vinegar

is

> also beneficial to the heart.

>

> INDIGESTION:

> When people start talking about indigestion they immediately start

referring

> to the " excess " stomach acid that they have! In most cases it is NOT a

case

> of an excess of stomach acid, but a shortage of it.

> Hydrochloric acid and pepsin, an enzyme working in an acid environment,

are

> needed to break down the food effectively, and a shortage of these two

> ingredients will lead to a sluggish digestion of food and resultant

> indigestion. Taking apple cider vinegar may assist in effecting a

remedy.

>

> METABOLISM:

> The quest for achieving the ideal weight always will include effective

and

> efficient metabolism. Without it your dietary intake will not be

metabolized

> correctly, the nutrients will not be available to the body, and this

will

> result in excess weight being added to the body frame. Apple cider

vinegar

> has been used for centuries in aiding the liver to detoxify the body and

to

> help with digesting rich, fatty and greasy foods, and for proper

> metabolizing

> of proteins, fats and minerals.

> An added extra to help with this is the malic acid and tartaric acid

found

> in

> apple cider vinegar, since it helps to bring the acid content into

balance,

> while killing off unwanted and unfriendly bacteria in the digestive

tract.

>

> MUSCLES:

> Lactic acid in muscles is the cause of the muscles feeling sore and

stiff,

> but by adding some apple cider vinegar to your diet, it could assist the

> body

> to get rid of it at a faster pace, since it will help to break down the

acid

> crystals, making it much easier to be flushed out of the body.

>

> NASAL CONGESTION:

> A constant draining of mucus from the sinus cavities can be both sore

and

> uncomfortable. It is best to cut out, or eat as little as possible,

mucus

> forming food, which traditionally, in most cases would be dairy

products.

> Apple cider vinegar is not an anti allergy substance as such; but some

> people

> experience an improvement in hay fever as well as headaches associated

with

> allergies when taking it.

>

> STIFF JOINTS:

> A shortage of potassium in the body may cause stiff joints. Another

remedy

> is

> to relax in a warm tub, with some apple cider vinegar added to the

water.

>

> ULCERS:

> Apple cider vinegar is showing great promise in helping to heal alcohol

> induced ulcers, since it activates the body into starting up its own

> defensive mechanism. This, together with other indicators suggests that

> apple

> cider vinegar may in the near future be drawn into the fold of

alternative

> ulcer preventing remedies.

>

> WEIGHT LOSS:

> Apple cider vinegar has been used as a weight loss remedy for centuries,

and

> although the mechanics are not always clear on how it works, it really

does

> work.

> It has been suggested that apple cider vinegar works because it makes

the

> body burn calories better, that it reduces the appetite or simply that

it

> gets the entire metabolism working at top efficiency.

> But whatever the reason for apple cider vinegar helping to lose weight,

the

> fact remains; it has stood the test of time as a fat busting supplement,

and

> has helped

> countless people to achieve their ideal weight.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Ken..

I make up my drink once a day before bedtime...

1T calcium pwder (gluconate)

1/2 t magnesium

1T apple cider vinegar

warm water

honey

by the way.. I am no longer plagued with candida so can use honey..

I am not advising people on this board to take honey if they have not gotten

their problem under control first with the CS, MSM and O of O

anyway... this mixture works wonderfully and you will sleep like a baby

Here is a breakdown of what each ingredient does for you (taken from

www.bobhurt.com

1.. The magnesium relaxes the muscles (so it cures jitters, DTs, tension,

backache, menstrual cramp, headache, other aches and pains).

2.. The calcium calms the nerves (so it settles you down, soothes you,

helps to regulate body temperature, makes you less anxious, reduces

irritability, and it increases calcium to reduce chance of osteoporosis).

3.. The cider vinegar allows the calcium and magnesium to be absorbed into

body tissue. Without it, the calcium would just run right through you. It

also gives you a great dose of potassium that is needed for balanced body

chemistry (balances the sodium or salt). This can work to eliminate migrane

headaches and other serious aches and pains.

4.. The honey is a bacteriostat, and a pre-digested food that acts as a

relaxant and soporific.

5.. The whole combination is a natural sedative that does not leave you

with a " drugged " effect. It helps to

Expected Results

Here is what CalMag will do for you:

a.. Get you a good night's sleep,

b.. Mellow you out during the day,

c.. Make you more effective at work AND play,

d.. Calm you down after a strenuous muscle exercise,

e.. Eliminate muscle cramps, back pains, PMS, headaches

f.. Build strength in bones and teeth,

g.. Improve the health of your hair and nails,

h.. Reduce infections from viruses and bacteria,

hope that helps!

jen

p.s also, use only Braggs apple cider vinegar http://www.bragg.com

if you use any other type of vinegar will not have same results

ACV

> Who knows how much to take and how often?

> Ken

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

, only one Tablespoon of ACV. Can you take it straight?

Ken

ACV

> Who knows how much to take and how often?

> Ken

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

JENNY, could you send me the artice again on the apple cider vinegar ? I ment to

keep it and I deleted it Thanks Ruth ruthannreul@...

ken <schw9883@...> wrote:, only one Tablespoon of ACV. Can you

take it straight?

Ken

ACV

> Who knows how much to take and how often?

> Ken

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Donna > wrote:

I just heard of using apple cider vinegar as a weight loss product.

Donna

That diet has been around forever and is only a gimmick. . .

Sheryl Illustrations

http://dovedesignsrus.com/

[Guest guest]

I just picked up a bottle of this and have already started to take it -- can

somebody let us know if they know more about it and if it interferes with our

already taking meds...

Charmaine

I just heard of using apple cider vinegar as a weight loss product.

Does anyone know if there is a conflict with apple cider vinegar and

thyroid disease?

thanks,

Donna

[Guest guest]

As for as I know Apple Cider vinegar is good for candida, I once read something

that some practioners use it to treat candida. I use it regularly on salad etc

and am fine

Jane

apple cider vinegar

Can anyone comment on apple cider vinegar? I know it's vinegar, therefore

fermented but was just kinda hopin' maybe there was a loophole.

[Guest guest]

Speaking along these lines, is there a salad dressing that is candida legal?

apple cider vinegar

Can anyone comment on apple cider vinegar? I know it's vinegar, therefore

fermented but was just kinda hopin' maybe there was a loophole.

[Guest guest]

salad dressing: lemon and olive oil or safflower oil. then add

herbs: Mrs. Dash, fennel, ... experiment...

Kari Trautman wrote:

> Speaking along these lines, is there a salad dressing that is candida

> legal?

> apple cider vinegar

>

>

> Can anyone comment on apple cider vinegar? I know it's vinegar,

> therefore

> fermented but was just kinda hopin' maybe there was a loophole.

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Truth is...some people can tolerate so called healthy ferments like natural

apple cider vinegar & Kombucha etc...some cant...unfortunately I cant atm &

most Candida people will fall under the cant tolerate camp....If you are in

tune with your body you should soon be able to tell which you are , but even

healthy fermented foods are banned from most Candida diets .

The reason Candida diets are slightly confusing is not all Dr;s &

Researchers (those Dr's who believe in Candida) agree on where to draw the

line(s)...so it is not black/white ...but rather shades of gray.

In the end your own commonsense has to come into it somewhere...to help

custom fit your own requirements around the Candida rough basics (imo)

Re: apple cider vinegar

>

> I may be incorrect but I thought raw(unpasturized) apple cider vinegar

> like Braggs is fermented and is safe for Candida. Another group that I

> have been on for a long time discussed this a while back.

> SheilaN

>

>

[Guest guest]

I may be incorrect but I thought raw(unpasturized) apple cider vinegar like

Braggs is fermented and is safe for Candida. Another group that I have been on

for a long time discussed this a while back.

SheilaN

[Guest guest]

I thought anything fermented was bad... <throws hands up>

Re: apple cider vinegar

I may be incorrect but I thought raw(unpasturized) apple cider vinegar

like Braggs is fermented and is safe for Candida. Another group that I

have been on for a long time discussed this a while back.

SheilaN

[Guest guest]

I think there are a lot of variables defining the right answer to the

burning question we all have which is what is in and what is out. Would

explain why one person/doctor/nutritionalist can totally swear by some

thing. I bet years to come when this is all scientifically proven, we will

be able to answer some of these variables. Such as:

How severe is it. A means to measure to what extent the over growth has

done and what level it is at. Determine if it has damaged the intestinal

walls and such. We all get colds but to varying degrees. I'm one of those

freaks that can OD on vitamin C and literally stop/reverse getting a

cold-it's been 8 years since one set in officially.

Which strand of yeast is the culprit. Heard there are many. Each of them

having their own sensitivities coupled with an individuals personal body

chemistry giving different outcomes.

Determine what role an individual's other factors play in the equation.

Such as allergies/sensitivities; other diseases; environmental factors.

Duncan's good point of how hard to you want to hit this? Get your

boundaries and know when you are comprising your attempt to kill it off in

exchange for something else. Kind of like dieting. No real right answer.

Crash course is great as long as you have a good maintenance plan to not

regress, yet exercising alone will not make an obese person lose weight if

they don't change their eating habits.

Moral of the story is to take it all in, test it out on yourself. Noting

that I'm sure we will find under any of the circumstances noted above

certain restrictions apply, such as no refined sugar. In the future bet we

will be able to simply go down a more detailed list to better determine our

particular needs. Problem is we all need our answers now. So we are

essentially our own test cases. Makes you realize why they haven't figured

it out. Not because the answers not out there, but because it is extremely

complex.

Kari

Re: apple cider vinegar

> Truth is...some people can tolerate so called healthy ferments like

natural

> apple cider vinegar & Kombucha etc...some cant...unfortunately I cant atm

&

> most Candida people will fall under the cant tolerate camp....If you are

in

> tune with your body you should soon be able to tell which you are , but

even

> healthy fermented foods are banned from most Candida diets .

> The reason Candida diets are slightly confusing is not all Dr;s &

> Researchers (those Dr's who believe in Candida) agree on where to draw the

> line(s)...so it is not black/white ...but rather shades of gray.

> In the end your own commonsense has to come into it somewhere...to help

> custom fit your own requirements around the Candida rough basics (imo)

>

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 11/11/2004 1:25:59 PM Eastern Standard Time,

rcombis@... writes:

http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/acvinegar.html

thanks very much, very informative site!

M

[Guest guest]

from what ive read, vinegar is not good.

lemon juice should be substituted.

dawn.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Does anyone take apple cider vinegar? I thought I read about it on this

forum but I couldn't seem to locate any postings on it.

Just bought some containing " mother " but not sure if it's good or bad for

yeast??

thanks,

[Guest guest]

apple cider vinegar is fine. It has great healing properties...

http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/acvinegar.html

Re: Apple Cider Vinegar

from what ive read, vinegar is not good.

lemon juice should be substituted.

dawn.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Does anyone take apple cider vinegar? I thought I read about it on this

forum but I couldn't seem to locate any postings on it.

Just bought some containing " mother " but not sure if it's good or bad for

yeast??

thanks,

[Guest guest]

VInegar feeds yeast.

~inga

on 11/11/04 7:28 AM, mfalz13@... at mfalz13@... wrote:

Does anyone take apple cider vinegar? I thought I read about it on this

forum but I couldn't seem to locate any postings on it.

Just bought some containing " mother " but not sure if it's good or bad for

yeast??

thanks,

[Guest guest]

i have heard about apple cider myself but i have the tablet s and i

read on a site not to use apple cider vinegar because it's acidica nd

will make the problem worse...so i havent taken any cause i dont want

to risk it until i kno..do u suffer from bv too?