If you’ve got a bottle of apple cider vinegar collecting dust in the back of your kitchen cupboard, it’s time to bust it out. With multiple health-boosting benefits, the all-natural (and inexpensive) ingredient has been a go-to beauty remedy since ancient times. Ahead, eight easy ways to add this grocery staple to your daily routine now.
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Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits
Prevent dandruff and itching by combining two ounces of apple cider vinegar and equal parts water to apply on your scalp. Its acidity eliminates germs, flakes and dryness. Bonus: Rinse your hair with it to restore shine and remove buildup.
Got a pesky pimple? Mix ACV with water, apply to a cotton pad and sweep it across your face to remove bacteria, oil, dirt and leftover makeup.
Avoid the mid-day slump by opting for a glass of apple cider vinegar instead of coffee. Drink one tablespoon with a glass of water to allow its enzymes and potassium to wake you up sans the crash.
Prevent bloating and discomfort by drinking two tablespoons of ACV with water 15 to 20 minutes prior to eating. This increases stomach acid, which is crucial to digesting all your food properly and completely.
Gargle one teaspoon of ACV with a cup of water to remove plaque, which is a major culprit of a smelly mouth.
Refuse to spend $50 on a teeth whitening kit? Swish the vinegar through with water to remove stains and kill bacteria on teeth and gums.
No matter how cute your shoes are, stinky feet are never desirable. Tackle foul odor by soaking your feet in half a cup of ACV and five cups of warm water for 15 minutes. Its anti-fungal properties will eliminate the stench.
Whether it’s a bug bite or a sunburn, ACV's ability to balance pH levels soothes pain, swelling and redness.
