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Apple cider vinegar is a familiar cooking ingredient, and many people report that it also helps them lose weight, boost their immune system and regulate blood sugar. You can add apple cider vinegar to your daily diet to cleanse your body and detoxify it. The apple cider vinegar detox is made easy by simply adding this ingredient to a drink or meal.

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Method 1 of 2: Drink pure apple cider vinegar

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   Buy raw, unrefined apple cider vinegar. You can find this product at the apple cider vinegar counter in the supermarket. Choose apple cider vinegar with a residue on the bottom of the bottle. That residue is said to be "female vinegar" and contains beneficial enzymes along with beneficial bacteria. Avoid buying pasteurized apple cider vinegar because it doesn't have the same properties as unrefined apple cider vinegar.
   • If you can't find pure apple cider vinegar at any store, look online.

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   Dilute apple cider vinegar with 1 cup (240 ml) of water. Apple cider vinegar is so acidic that it can harm your teeth and throat if left undiluted. Shake the bottle of apple cider vinegar before measuring 1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) and mix with water.
   • Use hot or cold water.
   • Try mixing apple cider vinegar with another liquid like fruit juice, tea or fermented apple juice for a different flavor.

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   Drink apple cider vinegar 20 minutes before meals to reduce cravings and control glucose. Drinking apple cider vinegar before a meal can help stimulate the digestive system and regulate blood sugar while eating. Always dilute apple cider vinegar to reduce acidity.
   • Talk to your doctor before starting to use apple cider vinegar if you are taking insulin or a diuretic. Apple cider vinegar may decrease the effectiveness of the drug.

   Advice: Use a straw when drinking the apple cider vinegar mix if you have sensitive teeth or weak enamel. The acidity in apple cider vinegar can easily damage tooth enamel over time.

   
   

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   Continue to drink apple cider vinegar for 2 to 4 weeks. To achieve the health benefits, you should drink apple cider vinegar 2-3 times a day. Divide the number of apple cider vinegar drinks throughout the day and take it on an empty stomach. Continue taking this dosage of apple cider vinegar for a month before reducing it to 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml) each morning.
   • You can either continue to drink apple cider vinegar every day, or repeat the detox 3-4 times per year.
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Method 2 of 2: Reduce the taste of apple cider vinegar

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   Add 1-2 teaspoons of sugar or a sweetener to reduce the acidity of the vinegar. Use your favorite sweetener and stir in apple cider vinegar for a better taste. Stir the drink until all the sugar has dissolved.
   • Replace the sweetener with 1 tablespoon (20 grams) of honey for a natural sweetness.

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   Add cinnamon powder or cayenne pepper powder to increase the nutritional content. You can sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder or cayenne pepper powder to add antioxidants to your drink. Cinnamon, along with peppers, makes the drink hot and spicy and helps the body burn calories. Stir the spices well in the drink.
   • Add 1 cinnamon stick to hot drinks for a richer flavor.

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   Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of lemon juice to make the drink taste more sour. You can squeeze 2 lemons for water or use canned lemon juice. Adjust the amount of lemon juice added to the drink to suit your taste.
   • Warm the drink and add 1 tablespoon (20 grams) of honey to relieve sore throats.

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   Add apple cider vinegar to salad dressings. You will stir 3 tablespoons (45 ml) of olive oil, ¼ cup (60 ml) of apple cider vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove and ½ teaspoon salt in a bowl. Stir the ingredients until you have an even sauce. Pour ⅓ sauce into salads and store the rest in the refrigerator.
   • You can also mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of apple cider vinegar with commercially available salad dressing.

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   Marinate meat and vegetables with apple cider vinegar. Put 2 parts cooking oil and 1 part apple cider vinegar in a plastic zipper bag, and add other spices like cayenne pepper powder, salt and garlic powder. Once the marinade is stirred well, add your own meat or vegetable of your choice and marinate it for 3-4 hours before preparing it.
   • Try out different flavors. If you prefer a more salty marinade, add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of Worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of soy sauce.

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   Add vinegar to soups or stews. Soups and stews often have a variety of spices that reduce the acidity of the apple cider vinegar. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of apple cider vinegar to the soup bowl and stir well. When using the soup, make sure to dribble on the broth to fully absorb the apple cider vinegar.
   • You can add apple cider vinegar to commercial or homemade soups.
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Warning

• Since October 2018, there haven't been many studies supporting the health benefits of apple cider vinegar.
• Apple cider vinegar can affect the effectiveness of insulin and diuretics if you have diabetes. Talk to your doctor before starting the detox process.
• Pure apple cider vinegar can damage tooth enamel because it is extremely acidic. So make sure to dilute apple cider vinegar before using it.