ACV for Health & Beauty

What is ACV  ??

Have you ever heard of ACV ( Apple Cider Vinegar) ? Most of us heard of Vinegar which is mainly used in cooking of Fried Rice, salads and some other household purpose. ACV is one of most popular Vinegar type. Apple Cider Vinegar is prepared by crushing apples and squeezing out the liquid - in a way similar to preparation of other fermented drinks like Apple Fuzz and wine.

Few days back, I took my mom to a nature therapy for her Rheumatic pain relief, There I heard of this ACV for the first time.  There the physician mentioned ACV for most of the remedies. I googled it and came to know how beneficial ACV for both Beauty and Health  And I thought of Sharing these benefits with all of you.

Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

The ACV is more than just an addition for salads, it is an antiseptic too. This item makes a great detox for cleansing waste and toxins too.

Here are the best uses of ACV for the health:

Arthritis – in a glass of water, mix 2 tsp honey and 2 tsp ACV. Take this drink 3 times daily for removal of pain. Also soak the painful area in ACV for 10 minutes, 3 times per day.

Headache– the ACV gives relief for joints, migraines and is a detox item too. It also regulates blood pressure, helps in weight loss, balances the sugar in blood and helps in constipation.

Asthma– prepare inhalations with ACV and breathe in the steam for treating asthma.(This can also cure sinus infection).

Diarrhea– to treat this and remove bacteria, drink a mixture of 2 tbsp ACV and 8 oz water, 3 times per day.

Cough– for cough relief consume unrefined ACV

Eye health– to relieve the sore eyes, drink 2 tbsp ACV with 2 tsp honey, 3 times per day.

Dizziness– ACV reduces blood pressure and blood sugar too, so it helps in vertigo or dizziness too.

Hemorrhages– to stop cut bleeding, take 2 tsp ACV and glass of water, 6 times daily.

Eczema– mix ACV, honey and water and take this 3 times per day.

Heartburn– take 1 tsp ACV and water before eating and relieve heartburn and acid reflux.

Blood clots-ACV stimulates blood clotting so take 2 tbsp ACV in glass of water, 3 times per day and stop nosebleeds.

Insomnia– before you sleep, take a mixture of 1 tbsp ACV and 8 oz water. This will help you sleep and make you energetic the next day.

Fatigue– Take a cup of honey with 3 tbsp ACV for treating fatigue and relaxing muscles.

Food Poisoning– ACV soothes the GI and removes bacteria from food poisoning. Take a mixture of 2 tbsp ACV and a cup of water before eating.

Hiccups– to prevent this, mix 1 tbsp ACV with water, a glass, before a meal.

High fever– to reduce allergies, take a mixture of 3 tbsp ACV in a glass of water daily.

Ear discharge– take water and ACV in same ratio, dip cotton in this and put it in the ear. Let this sit 5 minutes and lie down. This will drain the ear and treat the infection.

Hearing– ACV has zinc, manganese, magnesium, potassium and they all aid hearing.Take 3 glasses water and 1 tsp honey and ACV, 3 times daily.

Hormonial Imbalance– mix 1 to 2 tablespoons of raw, unfiltered ACV and 1 teaspoon of honey in a glass of water, and drink it twice daily on a regular basis. This drink helps fight hormonal imbalance in the body, one of the key causes of weight gain.

ACV for Beauty

This multi-tasking ingredient can be used to prevent acne and make nail polish last longer, but that's just the beginning. Check out all of the ways in which apple cider vinegar can help you look your best—from speeding up the healing time for bruises to tightening and toning your skin. ACV  not only useful for Skin but also for  Hair. Lets see all those benefits.

Skin Soother

Add eight ounces of apple cider vinegar to a bathtub filled with warm water, and soak in it for 15 minutes. Since the pH level of apple cider vinegar is similar to the pH level of the protective acid .

Facial Toner

Mix together one tablespoon apple cider vinegar and two cups water. Moisten a cotton ball, and swipe the mixture over a clean, dry face to tighten skin. Don't rinse (the scent will dissipate quickly). Apple cider vinegar's natural alpha-hydroxy acids and acetic acid will stimulate circulation, as well as minimize pores.

Sunburn Relief

Mix together 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar and four cups water. Douse a washcloth with the solution, and apply to sunburned skin. Apple cider vinegar helps balance pH levels of skin, promote healing, and prevent blistering.

Razor Bump Remedy

Moisten a cotton ball with undiluted apple cider vinegar, and swipe over problem area. For especially aggravated bumps, try applying a light layer of honey to the area first, let stand for five minutes, then rinse, dry, and apply the vinegar. The anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar soothe irritated skin, and acetic acid softens skin to help ingrown hairs grow out more easily.

Warts Remover

Dip a cotton ball  in ACV  and apply that on warts and cover that area with a Band-Aid. Leave it  overnight  and remove in the morning. Repeat it every day and you can see the results in a week or a little longer.

Bruise Healer

Soak a cotton ball or pad with undiluted apple cider vinegar, and secure it with a bandage. Leave on for one hour. For especially bad bruises, follow with any cream. Apple cider vinegar's anti-inflammatory properties calm injured skin, and its acetic acid increases circulation and healing.

Bug Bite Treatment

Moisten a cotton ball or pad with undiluted apple cider vinegar, and dab on bug-bitten skin for instant relief. The acids in the vinegar neutralize the itch, while its anti-inflammatories ease swelling and its pH-balancing properties speed healing.

Foot Deodorizer

Mix one cup apple cider vinegar with four cups water in a basin. Soak feet for 15 minutes, the rinse and dry. Apple cider vinegar's antiseptic properties help to deodorize rank odor and disinfect feet. Plus, its anti-fungal attributes prevent and combat fungal conditions like athlete’s foot.

Teeth Whitener

If you have stained and yellow teeth that are keeping you from smiling, then try apple cider vinegar. Stains and discoloration can occur due to drinking coffee or tea, using tobacco products and other factors.
The acidic nature of ACV helps reduce the yellow tinge on your teeth. It even destroys bacteria inside your mouth to maintain oral health. To restore your teeth’s natural pearly white sheen, prepare a mixture with 1 part ACV and 3 parts water. Use this solution as a mouth rinse twice daily.
But, use it cautiously since it is acidic and might damage the enamel of teeth.
Hair loss
 ACV makes hair grow more and balances the pH of the scalp. It also prevents dandruff, removes itchiness and removes dead skin cells in the hair follicles.

Hair Rinse

Mix two tablespoons apple cider vinegar with one cup water, and pour this mixture on your hair after washing, Massage it into your scalp and  allow it to sit for 5 minutes . Rinse thoroughly, and follow with a light conditioner. The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar will remove residue from product buildup and help you get shiny, lustrous locks.

Dandruff Treatment

Mix together a solution of equal parts apple cider vinegar and water, then Add 10 to 15 drops of tea tree oil. Massage into your scalp before shampooing. You can also mix one teaspoon apple cider vinegar into your regular shampoo and use to wash hair, massaging and concentrating on your scalp. Apple cider vinegar has natural anti-fungal properties to combat and mitigate dandruff. Plus, its acidic properties balance pH levels and restore the scalp’s protective acid mantle layer to ward off further fungal growth.

So, Go and Get a bottle of ACV and  start using it ...

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