Overall Benefits of Vinegar

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Vinegar is easily available and affordable and is known for the many health benefits it offers. Have you ever realized what this common kitchen item can do for your health and wellness? Continue reading...

The development of the word 'vinegar' can be traced to the times of the old French. The term is derived from the word vin aigre , which means 'sour wine'.

Traditionally, wine was oxidized to prepare vinegar. These days, vinegar is made with wine as well as fruits, grains, and cereals, through the fast process of fermentation. It is mainly used to flavor and preserve foods, and as an ingredient in salad dressings and marinades.

Vinegar has many flavors, because it is made from a variety of substances. Apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, white vinegar, coconut vinegar, red wine vinegar, and also vinegar made from honey and raisins are quite popular. It is seen on the shelves of various beauty stores and departments. It has been traditionally used for silky hair and smooth skin.

The benefits of vinegar are in abundance, especially when it comes to white vinegar and apple cider vinegar. Some of the vinegar benefits for hair and for skin have been discussed here.

For Health

Since the time it has come into existence, vinegar health benefits have been of prime importance.

► Respiratory Congestion: Inhaling the vapors of vinegar by mixing a teaspoon of vinegar in boiling water, is a perfect home remedy for chest congestion. ► Sinus Infection: Inhalation of the steam of vinegar helps relieve the symptoms of cough and cold, nasal congestion, and sinus infection.

► Blood Pressure: Consumption of apple cider vinegar helps make the blood thinner, and thus helps control blood pressure. ► Muscle Fatigue: The consumption of cider vinegar in appropriate quantity can reduce muscle fatigue that is generally observed after exercising.

For Hair

Benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair are given here. The use of the vinegar can solve many of your problems regarding hair care. This liquid has many nutritive properties. It is rich in multiple vitamins, pectin, and mineral salts.

► Soft Hair: Just applying apple cider vinegar to moist hair will end your problems of rough and tangled hair. Apply the diluted form of vinegar daily for shiny and lustrous hair. ► Dandruff Treatment: Do you have a dandruff problem? Then stop using harsh chemicals and try vinegar. This is the quickest way to get rid of the irritation caused by dandruff.

► Lice Treatment: Vinegar also helps to kill head lice in adults as well as children. You can mix it with tea tree oil, and can apply over your hair. After 15-20 minutes, you may rinse your hair thoroughly with plain water.

► Promotes Hair Growth: The essential minerals and vitamins present in apple cider vinegar also promote a healthy hair growth. When an equal amount of water and vinegar are mixed together, along with a few drops of sage essential oil, and used before shampooing for rinsing, the effects are doubled.

► Hair Loss Treatment: Regular use of apple cider vinegar for two months would help you get back all the lost nourishment of your hair. The vinegar can help prevent hair loss.

For Skin

Vinegar benefits are widely ranged, and now that we have discussed how this product is useful for hair growth, let us now discuss the apple cider benefits for skin. You can reap maximum benefits by using natural organic vinegar.

► Acne Treatment: Apple cider vinegar works great for acne as it carries anti-bacterial properties. It also cleans the skin pores and washes away the excessive oil, as it acts like a detoxification agent and a disinfectant. It reduces the swelling. However, it should be used in a diluted form.

► Age Spot Treatment: Vinegar is also said to be a good treatment for age spots, also known as liver spots. Topical application of vinegar would help get rid of the patches on the skin.

► Nail Fungus Treatment: Topical application of the vinegar helps reduce the symptoms of toenail infection. ► Insect Bite Treatment: The inflammation and irritation caused due to insect bites can be reduced by the topical application of vinegar.

So, these were some of the health benefits of vinegar for hair and skin. But the list of benefits does not end here. A proper vinegar diet helps in fighting diabetes, strengthening bones, reducing the symptoms of heart diseases, relieving chest and nasal congestion, improving the digestive health, and helping in killing cancerous cells.

After reading about the various vinegar uses for health, you would never ever treat this item as ordinary, would you?

Disclaimer: The information provided here is solely for educating the reader. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a medical expert.