Uses of Raw Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)

1. Dandruff

• Mix equal parts of ACV and Water (1tbsp each)
• Mix it in a bottle
• Spray to your hair after shampooing for dandruff treatment.

2. Hair Mask For Silky Soft Hair

• ACV – 1 tsp
• Olive oil- 2 tsp
• Honey-3tbsp

Mix all the ingredients apply on the scalp for soft hair.

3. For Common Cold

Is your sinus troubling you? Are you irritated because of a stuffy nose from common cold? Then Apple Cider Vinegar can help you.

• 1 tsp of honey
• Mix it with 2 tsp of ACV
• Take it with lukewarm water

This helps get rid of a sinus infection and is useful in getting rid of nasal congestion.

4. For Skin Toner 

• Mix 1 tbsp of ACVand 2 cups of water
• Soak cotton balls in it
• Dab gently on the face.

This can help tighten your skin by reducing the pores.

5. Face Pack

• Take 2tbsp of honey with 1 tbsp of ACV
• Mix it properly
• Gently apply on face

This helps moisturize your face and can also restore the pH level of the skin.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How is apple cider vinegar made?

It is prepared by a fermentation process in which bacteria and yeast are mixed into the juice from crushed apples, first converting sugars to alcohol and then to acetic acid.

Is apple cider vinegar safe?

Yes, apple cider vinegar is safe to use. It is generally well-tolerated in quantities typically consumed in foods and is safe for short-term medicinal purposes.

What are the constituents of apple cider vinegar?

Flavonoids, phenolic compounds (gallic acid, catechin, caffeic acid, epicatechin, chlorogenic acid and p-coumaric acid) are the constituents of apple cider vinegar.

What are the common names of apple cider vinegar?

The common names of apple cider vinegar are cider vinegar and apple vinegar.

Does apple cider vinegar cause dandruff?

No, apple cider vinegar is used for the management of dandruff.

Is apple cider vinegar acidic?

Yes, apple cider vinegar is acidic due to the presence of acetic acid and malic acid.

Can we drink apple cider vinegar?

Yes, we can drink apple cider vinegar. As per one of the studies, drinking a cup of apple cider vinegar in the middle of the meal induced a reduction in postprandial (after meal) glucose levels.

Is apple cider vinegar good for the liver?

Yes, it is good for the liver. According to a study, the polyphenolic compounds present in apple cider vinegar improved the oxidative enzyme activity in the liver associated with adenosine triphosphate synthesis.

Does apple cider vinegar show side effects?

Hypokalaemia (low potassium blood level), hyperreninemia (high blood renin enzyme level), osteoporosis, oesophageal injury, skin irritation and chemical burns (due to topical application) are the reported side effects of apple cider vinegar.

Can apple cider vinegar raise blood pressure?

No, apple cider vinegar lowers elevated blood pressure.

Is apple cider vinegar good for weight loss?

Yes, apple cider vinegar is good for weight loss.