Apple cider vinegar recipes have been used for centuries to heal ailments of all kinds—from removing dandruff and alleviating toothaches to healing mushroom poisoning and getting clearer skin [1]! Recently, apple cider vinegar for health has become more and more popular among the natural health community to reduce body fat, decrease cholesterol levels, and fight off other lifestyle conditions we face today. Although there are many different ways to drink apple cider vinegar, I am going to share with you 5 of the best apple cider vinegar recipes to boost longevity, improve your health, and help you lose a few extra pounds!
What is Apple Cider Vinegar?
Apple cider vinegar is mainly made from apples, sugar, and yeast. In order for apple cider vinegar to contain all of its health benefits, it must go through a process called fermentation. The juice from the apples is mixed with sugar, yeast, and some “bad bacteria”—these are the bacteria that are great for your gut! Once the bacteria and yeast are added to the liquid the mixture begins to ferment and the sugars are turned into alcohol.
The fermented mixture then goes through a second fermentation process where the alcohol is turned into vinegar! Pretty cool, huh? The vinegar that is created is called acetic acid and is shown to fight off cravings, lower blood sugar, and insulin levels, and blast belly fat! Additionally, high doses of apple cider vinegar lower your levels of low-density lipoproteins or LDLs (the bad cholesterol in your blood) [2].
Because apple cider vinegar is so great for your health, we use it in our fat-burning appetite suppressant, SkinnyFit Snack Attack! To read more about how you can fight off cravings and accelerate your fat loss with the powerful ingredients in SkinnyFit Snack Attack, click here!
What Does Apple Cider Vinegar Do?
Apple cider vinegar is a wildly popular at-home remedy for a culmination of health and beauty conditions. It is by no means an end-all-be-all cure for everything, but science doesn’t lie when it comes to a few of the major health benefits!
Apple Cider Vinegar Health Benefits
These are the top 4 benefits of apple cider vinegar for health to boost longevity.
- Lowers Cholesterol & Improves Heart Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, killing nearly 650,000 people annually [3]. However, apple cider vinegar contains pectin, which is a type of soluble fiber that eliminates bad cholesterol. The bad cholesterols, such as low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), attach themselves to pectin and are then eliminated. - Increases Fat Loss
Apple cider vinegar for weight loss is extremely common and is probably one of the most studied benefits of apple cider vinegar. Studies show that foods with high acetic acid protect against weight gain and increase the gene correlated to the storage of belly fat [4]. Additionally, ACV is an appetite suppressant and increases satiety so you can feel fuller for longer and prevents you from overeating. - Lowers Blood Sugar and Fights Against Diabetes
In 2005, a study conducted at the Applied Nutrition and Food Chemistry in Sweden showed that when participants consumed vinegar containing acetic acid when eating high-carb meals it significantly lowered their blood sugar and insulin levels afterward [5]. High blood sugar is a major concern, especially for those who already have pre-existing diabetic conditions, all of which can lead to, in serious cases, a diabetic coma. However, having high blood sugar and high insulin levels can lead to prediabetes. - Can Kill Harmful Bacteria
Because it is loaded with a bunch of friendly bacteria and antibiotic properties, apple cider vinegar is great for your gut! The vinegar kills harmful bacteria that live in your stomach and restores a healthy balance of good bacteria to increase nutrient absorption!RELATED: 7 Signs You Need To Detox For Better Health (+How To Fix!)
Ways To Drink Apple Cider Vinegar
There are lots of ways to drink apple cider vinegar but there is one common denominator no matter how you drink it— dilute! Apple cider vinegar is acetic acid and can be very harsh on your oral health. Over time, the acids inside can burn the enamel from your teeth and drinking too much of it can become potentially harmful to your health. It is recommended that you drink no more than 1-2 tablespoons in no more than 2-3 doses throughout the day. So no matter how you drink your apple cider vinegar, diluting it with water, or SkinnyFit Detox is ideal.
SkinnyFit Detox contains 13 powerful superfood ingredients that boost the natural benefits of ACV. Mixing SkinnyFit Detox and apple cider vinegar in the morning can improve digestion and release toxins all while helping boost your metabolism! The combination of whole tea leaves, berries, and herbs help you shed water weight, lose excess pounds, and feel leaner. All of the ingredients in SkinnyFit Detox are 100% natural, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, non-GMO, and contain absolutely no laxatives. The delightfully subtle peach flavor of SkinnyFit Detox is enough to eliminate the acidic taste of apple cider vinegar and helps you drink it with ease!
Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes For Health
If you want to boost longevity, increase fat loss, and lower your blood sugar then these are the 5 best apple cider vinegar recipes for health! We use SkinnyFit Detox to dilute the apple cider vinegar in all of these recipes—you can order a 28-day supply through this link, right here.
RELATED: How To Naturally Detox Your Body For Sustainable Weight Loss
Lemon-Honey Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Recipe
Ingredients:
16 oz SkinnyFit Detox, (use 2 bags)
2 tbs lemon juice
2 tbs apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Steep 2 bags of SkinnyFit Detox into a 16 oz of water (for a cold Detox drink, chill in the fridge before proceeding to step 2. If you’d like a warm Lemon-Honey ACV Detox then proceed to step 2 after steeping for 6-7 minutes)
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar or SkinnyFit bottle. Add ice for a cold Detox.
Fall Caramel Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Recipe
Ingredients:
16 oz SkinnyFit Detox (use 2 bags)
5 oz apple juice
1 1/2 tbs apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon caramel syrup
2 pinches of ground ginger
Instructions:
- Steep 2 bags of SkinnyFit Detox into a 16 oz of water (for a cold Detox drink, chill in the fridge before proceeding to step 2. If you’d like a warm caramel apple AVC Detox then proceed to step 2 after steeping for 5-7 minutes)
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar or SkinnyFit bottle. Add ice for a cold Detox.
For all hot ACV Detox drinks use our heat-safe, BPA-free SkinnyFit glass bottle! It’s made of high-quality Borosilicate glass and its double-wall design keeps your drink insulated to keep the heat in. Its wide lid lets you add in garnishes or fruits easily and its built-in handle allows you to carry it with ease! It’s perfect to take with you on your commute to work, picnics, workouts, hair appointments…anywhere!
Blueberry Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Recipe
Ingredients:
8 oz of SkinnyFit Detox (1 bag)
1 tbs apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp fresh blueberries
2 tsp pure maple syrup
Instructions:
- Steep 1 bag of SkinnyFit Detox into an 8 oz of water (for a cold Detox drink, chill in the fridge before proceeding to step 2. If you’d like a warm Lemon-Honey ACV Detox then proceed to step 2 after steeping for 6-7 minutes)
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar or SkinnyFit bottle. Add ice for a cold Detox.
Apple Cider Vinegar and Cranberry Juice Detox Recipe
Ingredients:
8 oz of SkinnyFit Detox (1 bag)
1 tbs apple cider vinegar
2 tbs cranberry juice
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp pure maple syrup
Pinch of cayenne pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
- Steep 1 bag of SkinnyFit Detox into an 8 oz of water (for a cold Detox drink, chill in the fridge before proceeding to step 2. If you’d like a warm Lemon-Honey ACV Detox then proceed to step 2 after steeping for 6-7 minutes)
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar or SkinnyFit bottle. Add ice for a cold Detox.
Mixed Berry Citrus Apple Cider Vinegar Detox Recipe
Ingredients:
8 oz of SkinnyFit Detox (1 bag)
1 tbs apple cider vinegar
2 tbs fresh orange juice
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp honey
3-4 fresh blackberries
2 strawberries, sliced
Instructions:
- Steep 1 bag of SkinnyFit Detox into an 8 oz of water (for a cold Detox drink, chill in the fridge before proceeding to step 2. If you’d like a warm Lemon-Honey ACV Detox then proceed to step 2 after steeping for 6-7 minutes)
- Mix all ingredients into a glass jar or SkinnyFit bottle. Add ice for a cold Detox
Resources
[1] Rose, V. 2006. Apple Cider Vinegar: History and Folklore-Composition-Medical Research-Medicinal, Cosmetic, and Household Uses-Commercial and Home Production. Retrieved from: https://www.herbhedgerow.co.uk/apple-cider-vinegar-natural-beauty-throughout-history/#ixzz5SQLFglDB
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2837006/
[3] https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/leading-causes-of-death.htm
[4] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26176799
[5] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16015276