If there’s one product we should all have in our cupboard, it has to be apple cider vinegar. Not only is it great for cooking, but it has been proven to assist in beauty, hygiene and skincare routines as a natural agent. Ditch the nasty chemicals in favour of some apple cider vinegar – your body will thank you for it!

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Health

Blood sugar levels

Apple cider vinegar has been proven to lower blood sugar levels, especially for those suffering from type 2 diabetes. Vinegar improves insulin sensitivity, reduces blood sugar and lowers blood glucose levels.

Weight loss

Enjoy 1-2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar after every meal to aid digestion and kickstart your metabolism.

Heart health

Apple cider vinegar contains chlorogenic acid which protects LDL cholesterol from becoming oxidised. This slows down heart disease and reduces blood pressure at the same time. Pretty impressive!

Stimulate digestion

Kick-start your metabolism by indulging in 1-2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar after every meal. It’s ideal if you’re feeling bloated or sluggish.

Antimicrobial benefits

Feeling a little under the weather? Apple cider vinegar can help kill pathogens including some types of bacteria which can make us feel seriously ill.

Beauty

Bad breath

Banish bad breath by combining 1/2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar in 1 cup of water. Gargle every 10 seconds, spit, then repeat the process. You will be left with fresh breath.

Toner

Use apple cider vinegar as an all-natural toner to combat fine lines and wrinkles. It’s also safe to use over scars and pimples!

Remove dandruff

After washing your hair in the shower, rinse with apple cider vinegar to remove excess build-up of dandruff and dry skin.

Whiten teeth

Gargling with apple cider vinegar will help to remove stains and kill bacteria sitting in your mouth – eek!

Acne treatment

Combine one part apple cider vinegar to three parts water, and apply this solution over your face and body as an acne treatment. Rinse, then apply a nourishing moisturiser over the top.

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