Organic Apple Cider Vinegar Diet

Organic apple cider vinegar is made from fresh, organically-grown apples. Once picked, the apples mature in wooden barrels before fermenting. Although the effects of an apple cider vinegar diet are debated, the substance is rich in potassium and calcium. It also acts as a natural stimulant for vitality by supplying the body with amino acids, vitamins, minerals and propionic acid, a substance that may support a healthy immune system.

Warning

• Before beginning an apple cider vinegar diet, it is important to speak with your physician to determine the proper amount and frequency of use of apple cider vinegar. Contact your physician immediately upon beginning any new diet regimen.

Where to get it

• Organic apple cider vinegar is available from local grocery and health food stores. The product is usually sold in glass or plastic bottles, and organic varieties can usually be purchased for under $10. The organic version is free of harmful pesticides and toxins that may otherwise accumulate in the apples used in non-organic varieties.

Routine

• Consume organic apple cider vinegar daily. Two to three teaspoons should be taken before each meal. Because of the high acidity content, consumption may be difficult initially.

The Controversy

• Although many holistic experts claim an organic apple cider vinegar diet is good for the health, results are inconclusive and the effects must be more thoroughly studied. Proponents of the diet claim it results in a faster metabolic rate and a rapid conversion of fat into energy, making weight loss occur faster naturally (see Apple-Cider-Vinegar-Benefits.com). The site also claims the natural cholesterol-reducing properties of apple cider vinegar may also assist in weight loss.

  The product is often used by consumers who are also following a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and a moderate diet. Studies have not concluded how the product helps such a regimine.