Treat Sinus Infections and Chest Colds
Add 1/4 cup or more vinegar to the vaporizer. (Be sure to check vaporizer instructions for additional water measurement.)
Soothe a Sore Throat
Put a teaspoon of vinegar in a glass of water. Gargle, then swallow. For another great gargle: 1 cup hot water, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon vinegar, gargle then drink.
Fight Dandruff
After shampooing, rinse with a solution of ½ cup vinegar and 2 cups of warm water.
Relieve Dry and Itchy Skin
Add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to your bath water.
Relieve Sunburn
Lightly rub white distilled or cider vinegar on skin. Reapply as needed.
Soothe a Bee or Jellyfish Sting
Douse with vinegar. It will soothe irritation and relieve itching.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Machine for Sleep Apnea
To clean the calcium deposit of the humidifier reservoir, heat 450 ml (1 ¾ cups) of vinegar in the microwave for 2 minutes. Pour vinegar into reservoir and replace cap. Let sit for 1 hour. Remove vinegar. Reservoir should be clean and calcium free. Contact manufacturer before cleaning with this method or review manufacturer’s directions.
Relief from Heartburn
For relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, take 1-2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar.
Manage your blood glucose
If you take 1 to 2 tablespoons of vinegar diluted in water at the start of your meal, it lowers the amount of glucose (sugar) entering your blood stream. According to Dr. Carol Johnston of Arizona State University, it is believed that the acetic acid in vinegar blocks enzymes, preventing the sugar from entering the […]
Diminish the appearance of bruises
As a natural anti-inflammatory, apple cider vinegar can help diminish the appearance of a bruise within just three days. Dip a wash cloth or paper towel in a mix of apple cider vinegar and water and apply to the affected area for 10 minutes a day for best results.