How to Take Apple Cider Vinegar Capsules

Vinegar has been used throughout history for its supposed medicinal properties. Apple cider vinegar, in particular, has gained popularity in recent years due to claims that it can aid in weight loss or control blood sugar. As a result, apple cider vinegar capsules can now be found on any grocery or drugstore shelf. The nutritional claims made by these supplements are not evaluated by the FDA, so take them with a grain of salt. Katherine Zeratsky, a registered dietitian, believes there is no evidence that apple cider vinegar can help you lose weight. If you do decide to take these supplements, do so only under the advice and instruction of your doctor.

Things You'll Need

• Apple cider vinegar capsules
• Glass of water

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Instructions

• 1

  Talk to your doctor before you start taking apple cider vinegar supplements, especially if you are pregnant or have a medical condition like diabetes. Your doctor can determine if these supplements are necessary or if they will interact with other medications you are taking. According to the MD Anderson Cancer Center, apple cider vinegar may lead to low potassium levels or a decrease in bone density.

• 2

  Purchase apple cider vinegar capsules at your local grocery or natural foods store. Choose a supplement with the lowest concentration of apple cider vinegar to start. You can switch to a higher dose in the future if you find that apple cider vinegar works for you.

• 3

  Take one or two apple cider vinegar capsules up to three times per day, or follow the individual product instructions. Apple cider vinegar capsules vary in size depending on the product, but most contain between 300 and 600 mg of apple cider vinegar per capsule.

• 4

  Take the capsules with a large glass of water at meal times. Taking the capsules with food can reduce any stomach upset you may experience due to the acidity of the vinegar.

• 5

  Continue taking apple cider vinegar capsules until your doctor instructs you to stop. Stop taking the supplements immediately if you notice any throat or stomach irritation that does not go away.