The saying goes, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Knowing what I know today, I believe that still stands true, but best in liquid form. I am talking specifically, about Braggs Organic, Raw, Unfiltered, with the ‘Mother’ Apple Cider Vinegar. The magnitude of nutritional benefits that cider yields is unparalleled. Uses ranging from health and beauty to an all natural house cleaning solution.

When I was about 12 years old, a fungal/bacterial rash developed around my hairline. My mom brought me to the dermatologist and with a simple shampoo prescription, that was to be used as part of a daily regimen, the rash disappeared over time. However, we never found out the etiology for the rash and it never really came back until I got older. I started reading about ACV(apple cider vinegar) and one of the uses was a hair rinse- ACV balances the scalps PH level. Our bodies contain PH levels which are composed of acidity and alkalinity. When our PH levels are off balanced, diseases and illnesses become susceptible especially, cancers. In my case, I attribute it to not washing my hair everyday after sweaty workout sessions and for the simple fact, I hate washing my long locks. It literally makes my shower an extra 15, sometimes 20, minutes longer than usual when I have to wash it. Eventually, I started to notice the rash coming back and my scalp getting itchy and dry. I came across a solution for ACV; ACV, water, raw honey and lavender. Mix in a spray bottle, spray onto the scalp, leave on scalp for 20-30 minutes and then rinse. After a couple of treatments the rash disappears, my hair is clean, shiny and smells like lavender. I found my own natural treatment without the use of harsh chemicals and ingredients. This is just one example of the various ways to utilize this elixir.

Many people suffer from acid reflux or heartburn or indigestion, are you one of them? I’m here to tell you ACV will help treat them ALL! My boyfriend suffered from acid re-flux for years and for years, his doctor prescribed him Prilosec. He still suffered and was never cured, the meds just masked the symptoms and that’s if you remembered to take it before you had a meal. With the use of taking ACV before each meal, his acid reflux disappeared. You wouldn’t think to take an acid to treat an acid, but in this case it counter-reacts with the acid in the stomach. Try to take ACV before each meal and see if you notice your symptoms dissipate. You can dilute it with water or take it by the spoonful. I happen to like the taste of vinegar and drink it straight 3 times a day. I used to douse my corned beef and cabbage with vinegar when I was younger, drinking it straight doesn’t bother me. I do not, nor did I ever suffer from any of these conditions, but I do take ACV to aid in digestion and boost my energy. Sometimes I add it to my tea, my lemon water, use it as salad dressing, there are just so many uses for it. This is just a teeny bit of information on the wonders of ACV, click on the links to see how you can incorporate ACV in your life!

http://greatist.com/grow/ways-use-apple-cider-vinegar