Apples ranked the second for total content of phenolic compounds, including quercetin, catechin, phloridzin and chlorogenic acid, all of which are strong antioxidants.
Vinegar has been used as a remedy since the days of Hippocrates. The ancient Greek doctor treated wounds with it. In recent years, people have explored apple cider vinegar as a way to lose weight, improve heart health, and even treat dandruff.
The most successful application of vinegar to date is in patients with type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is characterized by high blood sugar levels, either because of insulin resistance or an inability to produce insulin.
Studies show that vinegar can help to lose weight. Several human studies show that vinegar can increase satiety, help the person eat fewer calories and lead to actual pounds lost on the scale.
Animal studies suggest that apple cider vinegar can reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels, along with several other heart disease risk factors.
Honey can be added to apple cider vinegar drinks to improve the flavor without adding unnecessary calories. A small amount of apple cider vinegar, taken just prior to a meal, will stimulate production of digestive juices. Some alternative practitioners recommend using apple cider vinegar to restore alkaline acid balance.
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