Hello Everyone.
I hope you are all doing good and staying motivated, driven and most importantly committed to what you are doing that is going to help you reach your goals through fitness.
So , if you follow me on any social media sites, you have probably noticed I have been using and even suggesting to some to use Apple Cider Vinegar to help with their goals in becoming leaner.
I am having about 6-8 oz of vinegar per day. I take 6-7 16 oz water bottles and use those with an oz or a little over in each one I have but I add some MIO water additives or an off brand of water additive to the water and cider, by doing so, you can't really taste the vinegar at all.
* I use Braggs unfiltered cider. if you don't get the kind with the "Mother" at the bottom, it will not benefit you in ways that you are about to see.
These are quotes from other sites that have listed the benefits of the products. Anyone I train can add this to their daily plan.
"Apple cider vinegar is a helpful health tonic that has shown promise in
helping diabetes, cancer, heart health, high cholesterol, and weight
loss, and for years people have used apple cider vinegar as a folk
remedy to lower fever and aid indigestion. Reach for apple cider vinegar
to cure everything from the hiccups to common cold symptoms." Via Readers Digest Online & Kitches Cures
I quote everything I am about to post!
1. Apple cider vinegar helps tummy troubles.
"Sip some apple cider vinegar mixed with
water. If a bacterial infection is at the root of your diarrhea, apple
cider vinegar could help contain the problem, thanks to its antibiotic
properties. What's more, some folk remedy experts contend that apple
cider vinegar contains pectin, which can help soothe intestinal spasms.
Try mixing one or two tablespoons into water, or clear juice like apple
juice.
2. Apple cider vinegar cures hiccups.
Take a teaspoonful of apple cider vinegar. Its sour taste could stop a hiccup in its tracks.
3. Apple cider vinegar prevents indigestion.
Sip before eating, especially if you know
you're going to indulge in foods that will make you sorry later. Try
this folk remedy: add 1 teaspoon of honey and 1 teaspoon apple cider
vinegar to a glass of warm water and drink it 30 minutes before you
dine.
4. Apple cider vinegar clears a stuffy nose.
Mix a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water and drink. This helps sinus drainage.
5. Apple cider vinegar soothes a sore throat.
As soon as you feel the prickle of a sore
throat, employ germ-busting apple cider vinegar to help head off the
infection at the pass. Turns out, most germs can't survive in the acidic
environment vinegar creates. Just mix ¼ cup apple cider vinegar with ¼
cup warm water and gargle every hour or so.
6. Apple cider vinegar beats exhaustion.
Exercise and sometimes extreme stress
cause lactic acid to build up in the body, causing fatigue.
Interestingly, the amino acids contained in apple cider vinegar act as
an antidote. What's more, apple cider vinegar contains potassium and
enzymes that may relieve that tired feeling. Next time you're feeling
beat, add a tablespoon or two of apple cider vinegar to a glass of
chilled vegetable drink or to a glass of water.
7. Apple cider vinegar cuts down on nighttime leg cramps.
This old folk remedy is worth a try: add 2
tablespoons apple cider vinegar and a little honey to a glass of water
and drink to ease nighttime leg cramps. Of course, by the time you walk
to the kitchen to put the drink together, your cramp is likely to be
history—but maybe that's the point.
8. Apple cider vinegar whitens teeth.
Gargle with apple cider vinegar in the
morning. The vinegar helps remove stains, whiten teeth, and kill
bacteria in your mouth and gums. Brush as usual after you gargle. You
can also brush your teeth with baking soda once a week to help remove
stains and whiten your teeth; use it just as you would toothpaste. You
can also use salt as an alternative toothpaste. If your gums start to
feel raw, switch to brushing with salt every other day."
What are the benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar?
- "Rich in potassium, a mineral that is often times lacking in adult
diets. This mineral is key for growth, building muscles, transmission of
nerve impulses, heart activity etc. It also helps to prevent brittle
teeth, hair loss and runny noses.
- Rich in acetic acid. This acid is said to slow the digestion of
starch which can help to lower the rise in glucose that commonly occurs
after meals.
- Rich in ash which gives ACV its alkaline property. This aids your
body in maintaining proper pH levels for a healthy alkaline state. (It
is particularly important if you drink a lot of coffee or wine.)
- It can help regulate blood pressure and reduce bad cholesterol.
- Rich in malic acid which gives ACV its anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
- May help improve bowel irregularity and helps to remove toxins from the body at a faster rate.
- It can help clear up skin conditions and blemishes.
- ACV helps with weight loss by breaking down fats so that your body can use them rather than store them.
- A few lab studies have found that ACV may be able to kill cancer cells or slow their growth."
The above was from "Eatingbirdfood.com
Aloe Vera Juice: Via Fitsugar.com
"After reading about aloe vera's healing benefits, I decided to pick
up a bottle. Forewarning: aloe vera juice has a strong pungent taste, so
if you can't cope with taking it straight, mix it in your morning
smoothie or add it to a fruit drink. The recommended serving of this
non-toxic beverage is
one teaspoon after meals.
Although the juice is reputed to help with asthma and boost immune
system, keep reading to see what it has been proven helpful for.
Curing constipation: Aloe vera juice encourages the bowels to move and
helps with elimination if a person is constipated.
After sipping the juice, it takes about 10 hours for aloe to get things
going. Be careful about relying on this cure, using aloe for a long
time can be dangerous for the lining of the intestines.
Blood sugar level: Early research suggests that aloe vera juice can help
lower blood sugar levels
in people with type 2 diabetes. However, more thorough testing is
needed to determine how beneficial aloe is in the situation, since
studies have had conflicting results.
Lower cholesterol: Although the data is considered insufficient to support this claim, there is a small amount of evidence that suggests
taking aloe orally can lower cholesterol. Once again, more studies are needed to see if aloe fulfills this promise.
Drinking aloe vera has
not been shown to
strengthen the immune system, nor is there any evidence to suggest
aloe can cure ulcers or reduce inflammation and pain."
Continued via :
http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/health-risks-benefits-taking-aloe-vera-juice-internally-5017.html
"Aloe vera juice contains leaf pulp that is rich in natural
nutrients and fiber. This well-known herbal remedy for the skin also has
many benefits for internal healing, cleansing and repair when ingested
as a nutritional drink. However, it can cause adverse side effects and
reactions and should only be taken as directed. Do not consume aloe vera
that is not made for internal, use and consult your doctor before
self-medicating for any reason.
Digestive Benefits
Aloe vera contains nutrient compounds that help to heal and soothe
the skin when used externally. It may also have similar benefits on the
lining of the digestive tract, when ingested as a drink. A review
published in the "British Journal of General Practice" notes that aloe
vera decreases irritation and enhances healing and repair of ulcers in
the stomach and intestines. Aloe vera juice also helps to decrease
inflammation in irritable bowel syndrome, colitis and other inflammatory
disorders of the gut. Additionally, aloe vera can increase healthy
bacteria in the intestines that aid digestion.
Immune Benefits
Research published in the "Journal of Environmental Science and
Health" notes that aloe vera contains anti-bacterial, anti-viral and
anti-fungal properties that aid the immune system to cleanse the body of
toxins and invading pathogens. Additionally, aloe vera helps to balance
the immune system to reduce the effects of seasonal allergies,
rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory immune disorders.
Heart Benefits
Taking aloe vera internally may also help improve blood circulation
in the body. A clinical study published in the medical journal
"Angiology" reported that aloe vera may help decrease total fat levels
in patients with high cholesterol. This helps to reduce fatty deposits
and blood clots in the arteries of the heart and body. The research
noted that patients with diabetes showed the highest improvement in
cholesterol level; however, the exact mechanism of these benefits are
not yet determined.
Diarrhea Risk
The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center warns that drinking aloe
vera can cause adverse effects such as diarrhea. This occurs because
aloe juice and aloe latex contain a substance called anthraquinone,
which is a laxative. Severe diarrhea can cause pain, cramping and
dehydration. Consult your doctor or nutritionist before ingesting this
herb and do not consume aloe vera that is not produced for internal use.
Drug interactions
Like other herbal supplements, taking aloe vera internally can
cause adverse interactions with prescription and over-the-counter
medications. Aloe vera may inhibit or increase the effects of some
drugs, according to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. For
example, it may increase the blood-sugar-lowering effects of some
diabetes medications and may cause potassium loss if taken with water
pills or diuretics for heart conditions."
So there you have a few benefits from each of these items.
You can find Braggs unfiltered Cider at almost any local grocery store.
You can find the Aloe Vera Juice at many stores also or you can get it from amazon.com
Thanks everyone.
Have a great day.
Steve Poynter
