Kitchen Secret Drops Blood Sugar 7+ Points
Let’s face it… controlling blood sugar isn’t easy.
It takes time, commitment, sacrifice, and perseverance. Even if you do everything “right,” success isn’t guaranteed.
It’s no wonder so many people turn to drugs to help them along the way.
One ancient natural remedy has been making a comeback for its ability to help. Millions of people swear by it.
But is it really worth the hype?
The verdict is in, and science has finally proven that this folk medicine fix can do exactly what it promises—it helps you lose weight and regulate your blood sugar levels.
Discover how it could help YOU reign in your blood sugar and win the battle of the bulge.
Here’s the thing—I’m not opposed to anecdotal evidence.
After all, some of my favorite remedies are backed more by common sense and experience than scientific evidence.
Why? Research is expensive and mainstream medicine doesn’t want to pay to study non-drug solutions.
For centuries, there’s been one kitchen cure that’s fallen into this category. This remedy has long been heavy on anecdotes and short on science… until now.
But now that the evidence is in, it proves what our mothers and grandmothers knew all along… apple cider vinegar (ACV) deserves a place in your disease-fighting arsenal.
Research shows that consuming ACV can improve blood sugar levels in both diabetics and non-diabetics.
In one systematic review and analysis, apple cider vinegar decreased fasting glucose levels by 7.97 mg/dL (a modest but meaningful improvement) and reduced total cholesterol by 6.06 mg/dL (a small but significant improvement).
A study on overweight volunteers found that consuming ACV led to drops in body weight, BMI, and visceral fat. And another confirmed that when dieting, taking ACV helped participants keep the weight off.
Plus, it helps regulate blood sugar by slowing digestion, improving insulin sensitivity, and reducing the absorption of carbohydrates.
How does it work? Its key component, acetic acid, helps you feel fuller, longer by delaying gastric emptying.
Plus, it slows carbohydrate digestion, improves insulin sensitivity, and reduces post-meal blood sugar spikes by delaying glucose absorption from the gut.
Here’s how to take advantage of ACV’s benefits for yourself:
- Take 1-2 tablespoons per day.
- Dilute the ACV in water (otherwise you can cause irritation to your esophagus).
- Take it either after a meal or at bedtime for the most beneficial blood sugar effects.
- Be sure to purchase ACV with “the mother.” This is the cloudy mass of beneficial bacteria, yeast, and enzymes that give ACV its superpowers. It’s what creates acetic acid during fermentation.
While ACV is now available in other forms like tablets and gummies it’s best to skip them. Sure, they’re easier to take, but you won’t be getting nearly as many benefits because they lack “the mother.”
Remember, apple cider vinegar isn’t a magic bullet. It should never be used as a substitute for lifestyle changes to maintain a healthy weight and blood sugar—but it can give you that extra boost to support you on your journey.
P.S. Ancient herb heads off hidden metabolic timebomb.
View Sources
Sofia Kausar, et al., “Effect of Apple Cider Vinegar on Glycemic Control, Hyperlipidemia and Control on Body Weight in Type 2 Diabetes Patients,” International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, 2019, 8(5): 59-74, ISSN No: 2319-5886
Solaleh Sadat Khezri, et al., Beneficial effects of Apple Cider Vinegar on weight management, Visceral Adiposity Index and lipid profile in overweight or obese subjects receiving restricted calorie diet: A randomized clinical trial, Journal of Functional Foods, Volume 43, April 2018, Pages 95-102
