- 500mg
- Organic apple cider vinegar (Malus pumila Mill.)(fruit)(5% acetic acid)
- 250mcg
- Chromium(picolinate)
Vegetarian capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), vegetable grade magnesium stearate (lubricant).
Keep out of reach of children.
Veggie Caps
90 V-caps
1 capsule daily or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Take with a full glass of water before/with meals.
- Helps maintain normal blood glucose levels
- Supports the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats
- Helps prevent chromium deficiency
- Aids digestion of dietary fats
- Provides a source of antioxidants
- One a day formula
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Apple Cider Vinegar
By: Articles by a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D.)
AGE OLD CURE ALL NATURAL FOLK REMEDY – DISCOVER ALL IT’S CLAIMED TO DO AND WHAT THE SCIENCE SAYS...
What is It?
Apple cider vinegar has been a tried tested and true folk remedy for centuries. Some people swear by its positive and broad spectrum health effects. Made from apples in a process of fermentation by bacteria and yeast, the apples are first fermented into alcohol and then, left long enough, it turns into vinegar. The word vinegar literally means sour wine… The end product contains mostly acetic acid and, although the USDA claims it has no vitamins and minerals, some say it has small amounts of amino acids, mineral salts, vitamins, and other acids. It is correct that it is a highly acidic liquid which may be the reason for its broad range of effects.
The challenge with Apple Cider Vinegar is that very little research has been done with human subjects. Most of its notoriety is simply from peoples’ experience over the centuries. This is called empirical data because it is not research that was conducted as a double-blind placebo-based laboratory study. There are a few studies that have been conducted on animals but these studies have been limited. Despite the lack of formal research, people still claim Apple Cider Vinegar has helped them with many of their health concerns.
What is it Used For?
Traditionally Apple Cider Vinegar has been used to treat just about everything…from Diabetes to high cholesterol to digestive complaints, like acid reflux.
Some formal research conducted on humans by the American Diabetes Foundation in 2004 tested Apple Cider Vinegar’s effects of Diabetes Type 2. It showed that taking Apple Cider Vinegar before meals increased insulin sensitivity and lowered insulin and glucose spikes after meals. Another study conducted in 2007, quoted by WebMD, showed a 4-6 % decrease in morning fasting glucose in those who took 2 Tbsp of Apple Cider Vinegar before bed. These studies show promising results from using Apple Cider Vinegar in the treatment of Diabetes Type 2.
Although people claim to have seen improvements in their cholesterol levels by taking Apple Cider Vinegar, there have been no human trials to support this. One study conducted in 2006 however did show Apple Cider Vinegar decreased total cholesterol in one animal study. But again many claim it helps reduce their LDL cholesterol.
Mainly though Apple Cider Vinegar is used for healthy digestion and helping establish a neutral ph in your body.
How Does it Work?
Theoretically, its claim to fame as a cure all for so many symptoms could be related to the fact it is an ‘acidic tonic’ for your stomach. It contains acetic acid, lactic acid, citric and malic acids. How these acids benefit and work in your system is as follows… Your stomach secretes acid to kill organisms and breakdown your food when you eat. This acid also helps you absorb minerals and B12, which need an acidic environment for absorption. Having proper acid levels in your stomach is necessary for the proper breakdown of food. Without proper breakdown food can ferment leading to gas formation, indigestion and the growth of Candida yeast and other organisms. So Apple cider vinegar aids in digestion by way of its nature as an ‘acid tonic’ for your stomach.
Furthermore, acid reflux, despite popular medical belief, is more often caused by too low stomach acid, called hypochlorhydria. Increasing stomach acid by taking Apple Cider Vinegar will reduce symptoms of acid reflux because your food will be digesting properly with sufficient stomach acid.
Another benefit of this ‘acid tonic’ comes as a result of normalizing stomach acid. As mentioned, normalizing stomach acid results in better digestion and absorption of minerals. This leads to an overall balance of ph in your body. A balance of ph is important for numerous reasons. Your body needs to keep a very narrow ph window, especially in your blood. When your body becomes acidic your body uses Calcium from your bones to neutralize this acidity. This over time can lead to diseases like Osteoporosis. Your body operates ideally at a ph of 7, which is considered neutral. You can measure ph via saliva or urine using ph strips, readily found at health food stores.
So although your stomach need to be acidic it is very important for optimal health that your body remains neutral ph.
Apple Cider Vinegar – Quick Facts
Food Sources
· Apples
Applications
· Digestion, Ph, Mineral Absorption, Diabetes, Cholesterol
Optimum Dosage
· 1 – 2 Tbsp Before Meals
Works Well With
· Probiotics And Digestive Enzymes
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